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Willis named Top 14 Player of the Month as Bordeaux climb to second
Tom Willis has earned the Top 14 Player of the Month award for October after driving Bordeaux-Bègles to four consecutive league wins, lifting the reigning European champions to within one point of leaders Toulouse.
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Dana White confirms Ilia Topuria will return to UFC action in early 2027
UFC CEO Dana White has confirmed that Ilia Topuria is being lined up for a return in early 2027, following the former two-division champion's upset loss to Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House card in June.
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Manchester United approaches Deschamps, but former France manager remains cautious about Old Trafford
Free since leaving the France national team, Didier Deschamps has been contacted by Manchester United, who are anticipating a possible departure of Michael Carrick. The former manager, however, does not appear convinced by the Manchester project.
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Coleman handed hybrid coaching role as Ireland boss aims to revive defender's playing career
Seamus Coleman has joined the Republic of Ireland camp in a hybrid player-coach role under manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, who hopes the arrangement will encourage the 38-year-old free agent to continue playing after leaving Everton last summer.
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Jones returns to Scotland midfield as Townsend names side to end 33-Test New Zealand drought
Huw Jones is back in the starting XV after missing the entire July Nations Championship window, partnering Sione Tuipulotu in midfield as Scotland seek a first-ever victory over New Zealand at Murrayfield on Saturday.
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Belmadi named Qatar Stars League manager of the month after four consecutive wins with Al-Duhail
Djamel Belmadi has been named October manager of the month in Qatar Stars League. The former Algeria national team coach guided Al-Duhail to four wins in four matches, including a 3-2 victory over defending champions Al-Sadd, propelling his team to the top of the championship.
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Ex-United chairman Edwards backs fans opposing £2bn new stadium as Carrick's side sit 17th
Former Manchester United chairman Martin Edwards has sided with fans protesting against the club's plans to leave Old Trafford for a new £2bn, 100,000-seat stadium, arguing results on the pitch must come first while the team languishes 17th in the Premier League.
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Manchester United approached Deschamps, but former France manager remains unmoved
According to Foot Mercato, Manchester United officials have approached Didier Deschamps in recent days to succeed Michael Carrick. The former France manager, free since the 2026 World Cup, is reportedly not attracted by the Manchester project.
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Death of Jesus de Miguel: Spanish Players' Union Demands Weekend Match Suspension
Following the death of CD Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel, the Spanish Players' Union (AFE) has called for all weekend matches in Spain to be postponed. La Liga has only granted three postponements so far.
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Tandy names record nine England-based starters as Wales shift selection reality for Japan clash
Steve Tandy has selected a record nine England-based players in Wales's starting XV to face Japan, defending the policy as a reflection of where Welsh rugby's best talent now plays rather than a compromise.
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Wolff reveals the split-second call that handed Antonelli Hamilton's Mercedes seat
Toto Wolff has described the morning Lewis Hamilton confirmed his move to Ferrari and how, within seconds, the Mercedes boss had already decided teenage prodigy Kimi Antonelli would take his place — a gamble that ended with Antonelli claiming the 2026 World Drivers' Championship.
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INEOS sack Lausanne-Sport manager after five months as Ratcliffe's football empire faces scrutiny
Jim Ratcliffe has parted ways with Lausanne-Sport manager Luka Elsner just five months into his tenure, days after the Swiss club was put up for sale. The move intensifies questions about the INEOS owner's broader football strategy, with Manchester United also struggling under his watch.
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Beckham admits United ownership 'would mean the world' as Scholes backs £5bn consortium bid
David Beckham has said involvement with Manchester United 'would mean the world' to him, after being linked with a UAE-backed £5bn takeover approach. Former team-mate Paul Scholes and ex-Premier League striker Djibril Cissé have both publicly endorsed the idea.
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Buffalo Thunderbolts sign MLR letter of intent to launch franchise by 2028
Buffalo has taken its first formal step toward joining Major League Rugby, with the prospective Thunderbolts franchise signing a letter of intent with MLR. The ownership group, led by film producer Joe DiPasquale and former Miami Sharks CEO Mark Winokur, is targeting a 2028 launch.
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McGregor plans bare-knuckle move after final UFC fight: 'Teeth come and go'
Conor McGregor has confirmed he intends to leave the UFC after one remaining contracted fight and transition to bare-knuckle boxing. The Irishman, recovering from a knee injury suffered at UFC 329, is expected back in the octagon next summer before making the switch.
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Ex-Tottenham defender Ramon Vega formally enters race to unseat Infantino as FIFA president
Ramon Vega, the former Tottenham and Celtic defender, has officially announced his candidacy for the FIFA Presidential election scheduled for 18 March 2027 in Rabat, Morocco, setting up a direct challenge to incumbent Gianni Infantino.
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Family of Tenerife forward Jesús de Miguel issue first statement after fatal collision
The family of Jesús de Miguel, the Tenerife forward who died following a collision with Andorra FC goalkeeper Jesús Owono in a second division match on Monday, have released their first public statement, thanking supporters for their messages of condolence.
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Real Madrid target JJ Gabriel with plan to avoid repeating the Odegaard mistake
Real Madrid are closing in on Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, with the club determined not to repeat the mishandling of Martin Odegaard, who made just 11 first-team appearances at the Bernabeu before eventually thriving at Arsenal.
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Ronaldo retires from international football without informing manager Jorge Jesus
Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football with Portugal on Thursday at age 41, without informing manager Jorge Jesus — a decision apparently linked to a personal dispute and an imminent squad announcement.
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USA and Georgia lead the pack as World Rugby Nations Cup resumes with title races wide open
The World Rugby Nations Cup returns this month with matches across Lisbon, Angoulême and Hong Kong, as the United States and Georgia hold commanding positions atop their respective pools heading into the decisive November rounds.
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