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Wright condemns Arsenal's handling of Martinelli amid growing exit speculation
Ian Wright has publicly criticised Arsenal for leaving Gabriel Martinelli out of two pre-season squads without explanation, saying the Brazilian winger deserves more respect after years of service to the club.
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Barcelona and Aston Villa target Balogun as Monaco fears another departure
After Maghnes Akliouche's sale to Paris Saint-Germain, AS Monaco could lose a second key striker this summer. Folarin Balogun, who scored 19 goals last season, is in the sights of FC Barcelona and Aston Villa just days before the transfer window closes.
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F1 drivers bid farewell to Zandvoort as Dutch Grand Prix reaches its final lap
Formula 1 holds its last Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort this weekend after organisers opted against renewing their deal with F1 management, citing financial pressures and a plateauing of the sport's popularity in the Netherlands. Drivers including Oscar Piastri have expressed genuine sadness at losing one of the calendar's most distinctive circuits.
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Dvalishvili defeats Cejudo again via unanimous decision to claim RAF crossover title
Merab Dvalishvili secured a second consecutive unanimous decision victory over Henry Cejudo at RAF 12 in Cleveland on Saturday, claiming the RAF crossover championship in the main event at Rocket Arena.
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Arteta plays down Bruno Guimaraes injury fear ahead of Aston Villa clash
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that £75m summer signing Bruno Guimaraes faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines, expressing hope the Brazilian will return for Monday's match against Aston Villa after missing the 3-0 win over Coventry with a thigh strain.
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Topps Premier League 2026 Advent Calendar drops to £15 ahead of new season
The official Topps Premier League 2026 Advent Calendar, normally priced at £35, is available for as little as £15.63 through a cashback deal. The 120-card set features players from all Premier League clubs, including Bruno Fernandes and Nemanja Vidić.
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Genesio savors 4-0 win over Strasbourg but fears three to five more departures at OM
Olympique de Marseille dominated Strasbourg 4-0 in Ligue 1's opening day, with Amine Gouiri scoring twice. But Bruno Genesio warned that the wage bill must still be reduced, and several players could leave the club before the transfer window closes.
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Maddison Levi marks Wallaroos debut with two turnovers in 67-19 loss to Black Ferns
Sevens star Maddison Levi made an immediate impact on her Wallaroos debut, winning two turnovers in 30 minutes off the bench, though Australia fell heavily to the Black Ferns 67-19 in the 100th Test in Wallaroos history.
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Ligue 1 pays tribute to Éric Roy, former Brest manager who died at 58 from pancreatic cancer
Before the opening match of the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 season, a minute's applause was observed in all stadiums in memory of Éric Roy, former Stade Brestois manager who passed away on June 17 at age 58.
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Rooney returns to Match of the Day leaner and with a new United show after summer surgery
Wayne Rooney is set to rejoin the Match of the Day panel for the 2026/27 Premier League season having undergone surgery and a notable physical transformation over the summer, while also launching a new Manchester United-focused show under Gary Neville's Overlap brand.
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United target left-back after Baleba deal as Arsenal block Lewis-Skelly exit
Manchester United are closing in on a move for Carlos Baleba and will then turn their attention to signing a left-back as their fifth summer addition. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has ruled out any departure for Myles Lewis-Skelly, ending United's hopes of landing the teenager.
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Football Focus axed after 52 years as BBC overhauls Match of the Day with new pundits and Shearer pay cut
The BBC has scrapped Football Focus after 52 years and revamped Match of the Day ahead of the 2026/27 season, adding Ashley Young, Robbie Keane, Toby Alderweireld and Thomas Frank as pundits while Alan Shearer's annual pay drops by around £50,000.
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Alvarez to Barcelona, Atlético to Arsenal: the transfer going in circles
Atlético Madrid would accept selling Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, but the Argentine refuses to return to England and demands a transfer to FC Barcelona, which the Colchoneros categorically rule out.
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Parker's brace at Mansfield signals why Man City rejected United and Arsenal bids for 16-year-old
Xavier Parker, 16, scored twice as Manchester City's Under-21s beat Mansfield Town 4-1 in the Vertu Trophy, weeks after committing to a new scholarship deal that rebuffed interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.
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Carrick confirms De Ligt out as 13 players face Hull City fitness doubts on Premier League opening day
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has ruled out Matthijs de Ligt for Saturday's Premier League opener at Hull City, while Mason Mount and Benjamin Sesko remain touch-and-go. Eight Hull players are also sidelined, including four new signings.
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Carrick backs £160m midfield rebuild as United close in on third signing
Manchester United have spent £85m on Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this summer, with Carlos Baleba of Brighton the next target. Manager Michael Carrick says the club must evolve after Casemiro's departure.
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Endrick rejects Liverpool move to fight for Real Madrid place under Mourinho
Real Madrid forward Endrick has turned down reported interest from Liverpool, choosing to battle for a starting spot at the Bernabeu under José Mourinho despite fierce competition from Vinicius Junior, Mbappé and £100m signing Yan Diomande.
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Man United target left-back after Baleba deal as Arteta rules out Lewis-Skelly exit
Manchester United are set to pursue a new left-back once their Carlos Baleba signing is finalised, with Lewis Hall, Jorge Salinas and Alejandro Balde among the targets. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has firmly closed the door on a move for Myles Lewis-Skelly.
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Moffi leaves Nice for Hamburg for €2m, two years after €22m transfer
Unwanted at OGC Nice after incidents with supporters last November, Terem Moffi is set to join Hamburg for just €2 million plus €500,000 in bonuses — having cost €22m in 2023.
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Taumoefolau reaches 10 NPC tries as Tasman Mako demolish Southland 41-17
Tasman Mako winger Kyren Taumoefolau scored his 10th try of the NPC season on Saturday, adding a fifth-minute finish to his record-equalling five-try haul from the previous round as Tasman eased past Southland.
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