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Liverpool and Chelsea chase Monaco's Camara in €40m deadline-day tug-of-war
Both Premier League clubs are weighing up moves for AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara before Tuesday's transfer deadline, with Chelsea's interest accelerated by Enzo Fernandez's likely departure to Manchester City.
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Championship leader Antonelli brings chaos to Dimoldenberg's Passenger Princess driving show
Mercedes F1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli appeared on Amelia Dimoldenberg's YouTube series Passenger Princess, swapping the cockpit for a coaching role — with predictably chaotic results involving tyre warm-ups, failed doughnuts, and a 5.5 out of 10 for the host.
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Paredes to serve ten-match ban in friendlies after 2026 World Cup final
FIFA has approved Argentina's request: Leandro Paredes, suspended for ten matches for assaulting Gavi and Eric Garcia after the final lost to Spain, will be able to serve his ban in Category A friendly matches.
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Petit Signs Petition Against Infantino but Predicts It Will Have No Effect
Emmanuel Petit has joined Luis Figo, Didier Drogba, Bixente Lizarazu and Robert Pirès in calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation. The former midfielder is nonetheless convinced that this initiative will change nothing about how FIFA operates.
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Rashford signals United commitment as Arsenal and Chelsea links persist before deadline
Marcus Rashford has publicly declared his focus on Manchester United's next home fixture against Ipswich Town, days before the transfer window closes, despite ongoing links to Arsenal and Chelsea following Barcelona's decision not to sign him permanently.
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Álvarez opens to Arsenal move as Barcelona's €100m bid leaves Atlético unmoved
Julián Álvarez is reportedly considering Arsenal for the first time after his dream of joining Barcelona collapsed, with Atlético Madrid demanding around €150m and flatly ruling out any sale to the Catalan club. The transfer window closes next Tuesday.
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All Blacks close in on nine-year rankings high ahead of Cape Town rematch with Springboks
New Zealand's 33-16 victory over South Africa in Johannesburg has moved the All Blacks within reach of 95 ranking points — a threshold they last crossed in 2017. A second straight win in Cape Town this weekend would push them further clear at the top.
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Fernandez exit could trigger Chelsea pursuit of Camavinga and force Arsenal's hand over Zubimendi
Manchester City are expected to bid for Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez before the September 1 deadline. Should the Argentine leave Stamford Bridge, Chelsea's reported interest in Eduardo Camavinga could set off a chain reaction involving Arsenal and Real Madrid.
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Transfer Market: Naples and Tottenham Battle for Amine Gouiri at €28M
As Olympique de Marseille faces multiple departures before the transfer window closes on September 1st, Amine Gouiri has attracted the attention of both Naples and Tottenham. The Algerian striker, valued at €28 million, is under contract until 2029.
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Akos Buzsaky confirms he is safe after missing persons report in Hungary
Former QPR and Plymouth midfielder Akos Buzsaky has released a statement confirming he is safe after Hungarian media reported he had not been seen for a week. The 44-year-old said he had stepped away from daily life during a difficult personal period.
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Injury-hit Munster eye Gloucester outcast Ross Byrne to fill fly-half void
Munster are weighing a move for former Ireland international Ross Byrne after Jack Crowley's lower limb vascular injury ruled him out until at least the New Year, leaving head coach Clayton McMillan short of options at fly-half.
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Europa League draw: Lyon and Marseille in pot 1, Rennes in pot 2
The UEFA Europa League league phase draw takes place on Friday, August 28 in Monaco. Lyon and Marseille are in pot 1, while Rennes is placed in pot 2 among 36 clubs competing.
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Zirkzee nears Fiorentina loan exit as Rashford handed No 9 shirt at Man Utd
Joshua Zirkzee is set to join Fiorentina on loan with an option to buy, while Marcus Rashford has returned to Old Trafford and been handed the No 9 shirt under Michael Carrick. A left-back remains on United's wishlist, with Lewis Hall looking out of reach.
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F2 championship leader Tsolov completes first F1 test as Red Bull eyes 2027 Racing Bulls seat
Nikola Tsolov, the current Formula 2 championship leader, drove Racing Bulls' 2025 car at Imola on Thursday, covering 690km in his first F1 test as Red Bull evaluates candidates for its 2027 driver line-up.
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Mourinho set to return to Stamford Bridge as Real Madrid face Shakhtar in Champions League
José Mourinho will manage at Stamford Bridge for the first time since leaving Chelsea when Real Madrid face Shakhtar Donetsk there on 8 September. The Ukrainian side are using the ground as their home venue this season due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Mercedes defends Antonelli-Russell team orders, insisting call would have been identical in reverse
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has confirmed the team's decision to instruct George Russell to yield to Kimi Antonelli at the Dutch Grand Prix was the correct one, securing a double podium at Zandvoort and would have been mirrored had the positions been reversed.
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Fifagate: The Jinkis plead guilty and lose $50 million
Hugo Jinkis and his son Mariano, executives of Argentine company Full Play, admitted in a New York federal court to paying tens of millions of dollars in bribes to obtain media rights to international football competitions.
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Spanish press hail Gordon's rapid Barcelona impact and urge Yamal to match his energy
Anthony Gordon earned a standing ovation on his first La Liga start as Barcelona beat Athletic Bilbao 2-0, with Spanish media awarding him a 7/10 and calling on Lamine Yamal to match the England winger's work rate.
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Carrick faces media as United prepare for Ipswich with Baleba signed and Champions League draw made
Michael Carrick held his pre-match press conference ahead of Manchester United's Premier League home game against Ipswich Town on Sunday, with questions expected on new signing Carlos Baleba, the Champions League group draw, and the fitness of Mason Mount and Amad.
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Iraola defends Liverpool's high-press system despite Carragher's midfield concerns after Newcastle draw
Andoni Iraola insists he will not curb Liverpool's attacking instincts following their 2-2 draw at Newcastle, where both goals conceded came from counter-attacks. The head coach pushed back on Jamie Carragher's criticism of his midfield structure ahead of Nottingham Forest's visit to Anfield.
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