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Verstappen ends Friday second and third at COTA as Red Bull targets low-speed weakness
Max Verstappen finished Friday practice at the United States Grand Prix in second and third place, within two tenths of pace-setter Charles Leclerc on both runs. Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache identified low-speed corner performance as the team's primary area for improvement ahead of qualifying.
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Joao Pedro ruled out injured as Chelsea host Tottenham in London derby
Joao Pedro has been left out of Chelsea's squad for Saturday's London derby against Tottenham at Stamford Bridge, with manager Xabi Alonso set to clarify the nature of the injury. Geovany Quenda comes into the starting XI in a reshuffled attack.
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Ronaldo's 982nd Goal Ruled an Own Goal by FIFA
The Saudi Pro League credited Cristiano Ronaldo with a goal in Al-Nassr's 3-1 victory over Al-Faisaly, but FIFA and major statistical platforms attribute the goal to Argentine defender Andrei Girotto, who scored an own goal.
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Jonjo Shelvey reveals how Voldemort chants over alopecia shaped his mental resilience
Former Liverpool and Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has opened up on enduring years of alopecia-related abuse from opposition fans, including crowds of 50,000 chanting Harry Potter references at him throughout his career.
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Barrow vs Forest Green Rovers abandoned after 14 minutes as waterlogged pitch defies pre-match inspection
The National League clash at Barrow-in-Furness was called off in the 14th minute on Saturday after Storm Boelo left the pitch unplayable, despite a lengthy pre-match inspection giving the game the go-ahead. Barrow had scored inside 15 seconds before conditions deteriorated beyond use.
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Steele's right hand floors Gugnon for first-round knockout at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi
Kody Steele extended his finishing streak to six of his last seven opponents at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, dropping Noah Gugnon with a right hand and sealing the knockout at 3:54 of the opening round.
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Cherki substituted at half-time for third time as Manchester City loses to Aston Villa
Rayan Cherki was replaced at half-time by Enzo Maresca for the third time this season as Manchester City suffered their first Premier League defeat, losing 2-1 at home to Aston Villa. The French international's continued substitutions raise questions about his role in Maresca's project.
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Maresca confirms Ndiaye cramp scare and Nunes return timeline after City's Villa defeat
Enzo Maresca has played down concerns over Iliman Ndiaye after the winger was substituted during Manchester City's Premier League loss at Aston Villa, while Matheus Nunes could return as soon as Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie against Brighton.
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Lammens backs Carrick as United dressing room unity questioned after dismal run
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has publicly backed manager Michael Carrick, insisting the squad remains united behind him despite criticism from Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez following a run of just two wins in 11 games.
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Rugby Canada secure $2.8m funding boost as women's team stuns England twice in a week
Rugby Canada confirmed an additional $2,815,000 in federal funding on Friday, raising their total government support for 2026/27 to $4,975,000 — news that arrived as the national women's team beat England 31-22 in Ottawa for a second consecutive victory.
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Hargreaves warns Fernandes' Carrick criticism would have ended his United career under Ferguson
Owen Hargreaves says Bruno Fernandes would never have publicly questioned Sir Alex Ferguson's tactics and would have been dropped immediately if he had. The former United midfielder made the remarks after Fernandes criticised Michael Carrick's approach following the Champions League defeat to Como.
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Kvaratskhelia out six months: Luis Enrique rules out emergency signing at PSG
After Khvitcha Kvaratskhelia's anterior cruciate ligament rupture, Luis Enrique stated in a press conference that PSG will not specifically recruit to compensate for this injury, while leaving the door open to a winter opportunity.
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Lammens insists United dressing room backs Carrick despite Fernandes and Martinez unrest
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has moved to quell talk of a dressing-room revolt, insisting the squad remains united behind manager Michael Carrick ahead of a must-win clash with Bournemouth.
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Nicolas Jackson stuns Manchester City twice as Aston Villa end their unbeaten start
Aston Villa ended Manchester City's perfect Premier League record with a 2-1 victory at Villa Park, as Nicolas Jackson scored twice to hand Enzo Maresca his first league defeat of the season.
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Canada inflict back-to-back defeats on England Red Roses for first time in a decade
Canada secured consecutive victories over the world champions with a 31-22 win in Ottawa on Friday, ending England's remarkable run of never losing two games in a row across a decade. Captain Meg Jones remained defiant, insisting the Red Roses still possess the best players in the world.
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Hargreaves warns Fernandes would never play for United again under Ferguson after Carrick criticism
Owen Hargreaves has said Bruno Fernandes would have been frozen out under Sir Alex Ferguson after publicly questioning Michael Carrick's tactics following Manchester United's Champions League defeat to Como.
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Martinez Munuera, experienced Clasico referee, appointed for Barcelona-Real Madrid on Sunday
La Liga has entrusted the Clasico of matchday 10 to José María Martínez Munuera, a seasoned referee who will oversee his fifth duel between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid this Sunday at 9 p.m.
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Volkov says UFC heavyweight belt has lost meaning with Gane vs. Hokit booked at UFC 334
Alexander Volkov, who holds a six-win run in the UFC heavyweight division and a narrow split-decision loss to champion Ciryl Gane, argues the title has been devalued by matchmaking that rewards fame over fighting merit — most recently the pairing of Gane against Josh Hokit at UFC 334.
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Infantino laughs off resignation calls and claims 'vast majority' back him for re-election
FIFA president Gianni Infantino dismissed calls to resign with laughter and insisted the 'vast, vast majority' of world football supports him, as the Asian Football Confederation reversed its position to back his re-election bid in March.
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Iraola urges Liverpool teenager Ngumoha to stay grounded after Champions League starring role
Andoni Iraola has called on 18-year-old Rio Ngumoha to block out the growing hype surrounding him after the winger delivered two assists in Liverpool's Champions League win over Villarreal.
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