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Croft says Russell deserved equal strategy call after Mercedes cost him Monza win
Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft argues George Russell had every right to feel aggrieved after Mercedes pitted team-mate Kimi Antonelli during a virtual safety car period at Monza but left the race leader out, a decision that ultimately handed Antonelli victory.
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Nathan Jones accuses linesman of staring at him 'like I'd volleyed his cat' after disallowed goal costs Charlton
Charlton manager Nathan Jones launched a colourful attack on assistant referee Bhupinder Gill after Tyreece Campbell's first-half goal was ruled offside in a 0-0 Championship draw with QPR at The Valley on Wednesday — his second public criticism of officials in four days.
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Christian Wade backs Newcastle Red Bulls to become one of rugby's best after Red Bull Salzburg immersion
Christian Wade says a pre-season visit to Red Bull's 'James Bond-style' Athlete Performance Centre in Salzburg has convinced him Newcastle Red Bulls have everything in place to become one of the best teams in the world.
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Dembélé scores twice and playfully taunts Kvaratskhelia, left on the bench all evening
Starting and decisive against Slovan Bratislava (6-1) on Wednesday in the Champions League, Ousmane Dembélé scored a brace and provided two assists before gently ribbing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who remained on the bench throughout the match.
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Luis Campos suspended for one match by the LFP for his conduct at Lille
PSG's sporting advisor has been handed a one-match suspension by the LFP's disciplinary commission following his conduct during Lille's 2-2 draw with PSG on August 28 in Ligue 1.
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Ethan Mbappé faces up to five Champions League matches suspension for blow to Natan's face
Sent off in the 56th minute for an intentional blow to the face of Natan during Lille's 3-2 defeat to Real Betis on September 17, Ethan Mbappé faces between three and five matches suspension in the Champions League according to UEFA's disciplinary regulations.
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Mount backs Man United's £155m midfield overhaul despite his own fight for minutes
Mason Mount has publicly welcomed Manchester United's summer signing of Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba, calling the increased competition a 'must-have' — even as the 27-year-old is yet to make a single appearance this season.
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Manchester United replace back-of-shirt sponsor with club foundation for Champions League return
Manchester United will carry the Manchester United Foundation logo on the back of their shirts throughout this season's Champions League campaign, replacing a vacant sponsorship slot as the club return to European football against Azerbaijani side Sabah FK at Old Trafford.
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Jones fields dozen low-cap players as Japan target World Cup depth in PNC semi-final
Eddie Jones has named 12 players with fewer than 10 caps in Japan's squad for their Pacific Nations Cup semi-final against the USA, with the Brave Blossoms deliberately building experience ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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Etzebeth defends Springboks' ageing squad ahead of series-deciding clash with All Blacks
Eben Etzebeth, who turns 35 next month, says South Africa's veteran-heavy squad is working harder than ever as the Springboks seek to seal their series against the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday.
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Premier League moves Christmas fixture release forward after Manchester United pressure
The Premier League will publish its December fixture schedule earlier than last season after clubs including Manchester United lobbied for an earlier announcement, giving supporters more time to plan travel over the festive period.
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Premier League relents on Christmas fixtures after Manchester United and clubs push for earlier announcement
The Premier League is set to confirm its Christmas fixture schedule on Thursday after Manchester United and several other clubs pressured the organisation to bring the announcement forward, giving fans more time to plan travel and attendance.
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Verstappen calls 2026 F1 cars 'numb' as Lawson and Tsunoda form his evidence
Max Verstappen has sharpened his criticism of Formula 1's 2026 machinery, arguing that the energy-management demands make the cars so unresponsive to driver input that even stand-ins Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda were immediately competitive.
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Griezmann scores brace to give Orlando fourth consecutive win
Antoine Griezmann struck twice on Atlanta United's pitch, extending his streak to four consecutive matches with a goal. Orlando City consolidates sixth place in the East in MLS.
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Kane leads Ballon d'Or 2026 contenders as 30-man shortlist is revealed for London ceremony
Harry Kane heads the betting as the Ballon d'Or 2026 nominees are confirmed, with the Bayern Munich striker seeking to become the first Englishman to claim the award since Michael Owen in 2001. Kylian Mbappe, Rodri and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are among the other leading candidates.
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Barcola's cramp not an injury concern as Liverpool expect winger fit for Fulham
Bradley Barcola limped off during Liverpool's 2-1 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, but manager Andoni Iraola confirmed the £106m winger suffered only cramp and is expected to be available against Fulham on Saturday.
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Rashford shines on return as United pundits value reintegrated winger at £70m
Marcus Rashford delivered another encouraging display on the left wing in Manchester United's Premier League win over Everton, prompting MEN analysts to argue the club have effectively landed a £70m-calibre winger for free by reintegrating him.
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Charlton boss Jones erupts over disallowed goal with 'volleyed his cat' linesman rant
Nathan Jones delivered one of the season's most memorable post-match interviews after Tyreece Campbell's first-half goal was ruled out for offside in Charlton Athletic's 0-0 Championship draw with QPR at The Valley on Wednesday.
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Shaw doubtful and Baleba still out as United return to Champions League against Sabah FK
Manchester United face Azerbaijani side Sabah FK at Old Trafford in their Champions League opener, but Michael Carrick must navigate a handful of fitness concerns, with Luke Shaw a doubt, Carlos Baleba sidelined by an ankle injury, and Marcus Rashford monitored after a precautionary substitution.
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Akliouche struggles to impress at PSG despite five starts in six matches
Deployed on the left flank against Bratislava, Maghnes Akliouche managed only one assist while Torres and Dembélé shone. Emmanuel Petit questions his use in attack.
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