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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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Vowles admits Williams share blame for Albon-Sainz clash at Dutch GP
Williams team principal James Vowles has accepted partial responsibility for the late-race collision between Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz at Zandvoort, saying a strategic call left his drivers fighting each other for no points.
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Krack warns Monza and Baku will expose Aston Martin's straight-line weakness after Zandvoort reprieve
Fernando Alonso's ninth-place finish at the Dutch Grand Prix flattered Aston Martin, team boss Mike Krack has admitted, with Zandvoort's short straights masking the AMR26's lack of top speed ahead of power-circuit tests at Monza and Baku.
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Tuinakauvadra returns from knee injury to boost Wallaroos for WXV Global Series
Australia's reigning Wallaroos Player of the Year, Tabua Tuinakauvadra, has been recalled for the WXV Global Series after missing Tests since the Women's Rugby World Cup due to separate knee injuries. The 23-year-old back-row rejoins a squad tilted towards youth, with three uncapped players included.
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Jamie Vardy to host live Bundesliga matches on YouTube starting with Bayern vs Stuttgart
Jamie Vardy will front coverage of seven Bundesliga Friday-night fixtures on his YouTube channel 'Jamie Vardy's Having a Party', beginning with Bayern Munich's season opener against Stuttgart.
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Musiala back in training after collapsing twice with neurological condition in pre-season
Bayern Munich have confirmed Jamal Musiala is responding well and has returned to training after the 23-year-old collapsed in two consecutive pre-season matches against RB Leipzig and Heidenheim, caused by absence seizures linked to a neurological dysfunction.
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Spanish media urge Balde to reject Manchester United and stay loyal to Barcelona
Mundo Deportivo journalist Xavier Bosch has written an open letter imploring Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, 22, to reject reported interest from Manchester United and fight for his place under Hansi Flick.
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Bournemouth, Sunderland and Crystal Palace learn Europa League group-stage opponents in Friday draw
Three Premier League clubs — Bournemouth, Sunderland and Crystal Palace — will discover their Europa League league-phase fixtures on Friday, joined by Celtic after their Champions League play-off exit. Juventus, AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen are among the heavyweight opponents in the pot.
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Man City's 1989 and 1994 retro shirts discounted at Sports Direct this week
Manchester City's classic 'Brother'-era shirts from 1989 and 1994 are on sale at Sports Direct, with the 1994 home kit famously worn by Noel Gallagher in early Oasis promotional photos.
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Bristol sign Max Clark on short-term deal to cover injury-hit midfield
Bristol Bears have signed centre Max Clark on a short-term contract after the 30-year-old was released by Newcastle at the end of last season. Clark arrives to fill a depleted midfield ahead of the Premiership Rugby Cup opener.
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Hinshelwood doubt for Brighton's Chelsea trip after picking up training knock
Jack Hinshelwood, who scored twice on Brighton's opening day, is uncertain for Saturday's Premier League visit to Chelsea after picking up a knock in training, manager Fabian Hurzeler confirmed.
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OL, OM, Rennes and Monaco learn their European opponents this Friday in Monaco
The league phase draws for the Europa League and Conference League take place this Friday, August 28 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. Three French clubs are in the Europa League, with AS Monaco as the sole French representative in the Conference League.
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FIFA allow Argentina's World Cup final bans to be served in friendlies after AFA appeal
FIFA have approved the Argentine FA's request to let suspensions handed to Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada and coach Roberto Ayala be served in Class A friendlies, after the original ruling restricted bans to competitive matches Argentina won't play until 2028.
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Injury forces Pollard out as Kolbe recovers to start second Springboks-All Blacks Test
Handré Pollard has been ruled out of South Africa's second Test against New Zealand in Cape Town after picking up a training niggle, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu stepping in at fly-half. Cheslin Kolbe, who left last week's Ellis Park defeat with a hamstring and ankle concern, has been passed fit to start on the right wing.
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Europa League and Conference League 2026/27 draws set for Monte Carlo on August 28
The 2026/27 UEFA Europa League and Conference League league-phase draws will be held back-to-back at the Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo on Friday, August 28, with the Europa League draw kicking off at 12pm UK time.
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PSG target Javi Rodríguez from Celta Vigo to prepare for life after Marquinhos
Paris Saint-Germain has made enquiries with Celta Vigo about 23-year-old centre-back Javi Rodríguez, seen as a potential successor to Marquinhos in defence. A €40 million release clause governs the deal.
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Sainz dismisses Audi links and commits to Williams through difficult 2026 stretch
Carlos Sainz has denied reports linking him to a 2027 move to Audi, insisting he never seriously considered leaving Williams after signing a multi-year contract extension alongside team-mate Alexander Albon.
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Leicester sign Junior Wallaby Jack Bowen from Waratahs but must wait until 2027 to see him
Leicester Tigers have secured fly-half Jack Bowen from the NSW Waratahs on a multi-year deal, but the 22-year-old former Junior Wallaby will spend the 2026-27 season on loan at Japanese partner club Mitsubishi Dynaboars before joining the Tigers.
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Arsenal's patience on Julian Alvarez edges closer to paying off as Atletico block Barcelona
Arsenal have quietly maintained their pursuit of Julian Alvarez as Atletico Madrid's relationship with Barcelona collapsed publicly, with the 26-year-old now said to be giving serious consideration to a move to the Emirates. A fee of around €150m remains the key obstacle.
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Liverpool close in on £120m Barcola as Gakpo's Anfield future hangs in doubt
Liverpool have reached a breakthrough in negotiations to sign PSG winger Bradley Barcola for £120million, with manager Andoni Iraola admitting he cannot guarantee Cody Gakpo will remain at the club. Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr is also on the Reds' radar after a £50m bid was rejected.
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