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Brunner faces suspension threat after controversial celebration at Strasbourg
Paris Brunner scored the decisive goal in Monaco's 0-1 victory at Strasbourg on Saturday, but his celebration—mimicking a throat-cutting gesture toward the Alsatian crowd—has triggered disciplinary proceedings. The LFP's disciplinary commission could impose a one to four-match suspension depending on the classification of his conduct.
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Hakimi injured in thigh, PSG awaits medical update before Classique decision
Achraf Hakimi suffered a mild right thigh injury and was substituted in the 39th minute during PSG's 1-0 victory at Brest on Sunday. The Paris club announced two days of treatment followed by a fresh medical assessment, leaving his status for the Classique against Marseille uncertain.
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Arsenal to demand answers from Pro Ref after disputed Sunderland penalty amid VAR controversy
Arsenal will seek an official explanation from Pro Ref after referee John Brooks penalised Ezri Konsa for a foul on Dan Ballard — a call Mikel Arteta branded 'unacceptable'. The row follows Pro Ref's admission that VAR made an error in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.
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Haaland apologises to Premier League after crashing their broadcast with Old Trafford selfie
Erling Haaland posted a solo selfie on the Old Trafford pitch after City's derby win, unaware he had wandered into the background of a live Premier League TV segment — prompting a playful apology in the comments.
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Camara says he has 'turned the page' after Monaco pulled £47m Chelsea move at the last minute
Lamine Camara has spoken publicly for the first time since Monaco abruptly cancelled his £47m deadline-day transfer to Chelsea, saying he is focused on the season after the Ligue 1 club reneged on a written agreement.
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Iraola warns Liverpool fans to expect more inconsistency as squad adapts to new style
Andoni Iraola has acknowledged Liverpool's performances will continue to fluctuate after a goalless draw with Fulham at Anfield, admitting he is still learning which players can handle the physical demands of a congested schedule.
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Police and football authorities investigate brawl involving adults and children at Welsh Under-15s match
A youth fixture between Hakin United and Pennar Robins in Pembrokeshire descended into a sideline brawl on 12 April, with adults and young players involved. Dyfed-Powys Police and the West Wales Football Authority have both launched formal investigations.
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Ait-Nouri dropped from Man City squad for derby on tactical grounds, not injury
Rayan Ait-Nouri was left out of Manchester City's 20-man squad for Sunday's Premier League win at Old Trafford for tactical reasons, with manager Enzo Maresca preferring other options for the Manchester derby.
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Russell's 2026 title bid branded a write-off as analyst urges focus on 2027
F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe has declared George Russell's championship challenge effectively over after the Spanish Grand Prix, where an Antonelli victory stretched the gap between the Mercedes team-mates to 81 points.
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Exeter's Ridl faces season-ending ACL injury after 17-try breakout campaign
Exeter Chiefs winger Campbell Ridl is expected to miss most or all of the 2026-27 season after scans confirmed an ACL injury, director of rugby Rob Baxter revealed. The 21-year-old scored 17 tries in 21 appearances during a standout debut campaign.
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Shaw close to return but Baleba, Amad and Ugarte remain doubts for Manchester United
Manchester United are managing a growing injury list after their 1-0 Premier League defeat to Manchester City, with Luke Shaw nearing a return while Carlos Baleba, Amad Diallo, Manuel Ugarte and Matthijs de Ligt all face uncertain timelines.
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Makhachev names Garry as welterweight's most dangerous threat and future champion
Islam Makhachev has singled out Ian Machado Garry as the welterweight division's most dangerous contender, predicting the Irishman will claim the title once the champion eventually departs. Makhachev is targeting a defence against Carlos Prates before Ramadan begins in February.
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Karius rescues Schalke with seven saves to fuel remarkable Bundesliga comeback at 33
Loris Karius, who once considered retiring at 25 after his traumatic 2018 Champions League Final, is producing some of the Bundesliga's most eye-catching goalkeeping displays for newly-promoted Schalke 04 — and international talk is growing.
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Carrick dismisses Pro Refs apology after VAR error gifts Haaland's derby winner
Michael Carrick reacted with barely concealed contempt when told he might receive an apology from Pro Refs after VAR incorrectly overturned an offside call to allow Erling Haaland's goal in Manchester United's defeat in the 199th Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
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10-man City stun United in derby as Haaland's VAR winner seals perfect start
Erling Haaland scored a controversial VAR-awarded goal to give Manchester City a 1-0 win at Old Trafford in the 199th Manchester derby, despite Phil Foden's red card after just 23 minutes. The result keeps City perfect through four Premier League games.
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Japan name 30-player squad for WXV European tour with 16 World Cup veterans
New Sakura Fifteen head coach Toshizumi Kitagawa has selected a 30-player squad for Japan's WXV Global Series European leg, featuring 16 players from Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 and scrum-half Moe Tsukui on the verge of 50 caps.
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From N2 to Ligue 1 and Soon Algeria National Team: Adil Bourabaa's Remarkable Rise
Midfielder Adil Bourabaa, 21, has made a stunning start to the season with Le Mans FC, promoted to Ligue 1. With two goals and one assist in four matches, a call-up to the Algeria national team appears imminent.
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Yamal puts himself on Mbappé's level and rules out Dembélé from Ballon d'Or race
In an interview with Movistar Plus, Lamine Yamal claims that Kylian Mbappé and he are the two best players in the world, citing his 24 goals, 18 assists and his titles in La Liga and Euro 2024 to stake his claim for the Ballon d'Or.
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Billy Searle extends Leicester Tigers stay after 217-point debut season
Fly-half Billy Searle has signed a new multi-year contract with Leicester Tigers, ending interest from Top 14 clubs Bayonne and Perpignan. The England A international scored 217 points and eight tries in 24 appearances during his first season at Welford Road.
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Tom Aspinall vacates UFC heavyweight title after eye injuries end his reign
Tom Aspinall has relinquished the UFC heavyweight championship after persistent eye complications — stemming from fouls in his October 2025 no-contest with Ciryl Gane — left him unable to obtain medical clearance to fight. The 33-year-old Briton says his return timeline remains unclear but insists he is not retiring.
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