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Premier League CEO admits Man City's 115-charge ruling is taking longer than expected
Richard Masters has acknowledged the independent commission's verdict on Manchester City's 115 alleged financial rule breaches is overdue, more than 18 months after the disciplinary hearing concluded. City continue to maintain their innocence.
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Musiala collapses again in pre-season after similar Bayern Munich scare days earlier
Jamal Musiala fell to the ground and was removed by medical staff during Bayern Munich's pre-season game against Heidenheim, just days after a similar incident against RB Leipzig that was attributed to extreme heat.
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OM close to completing Todibo loan from West Ham
According to L'Équipe, Marseille has reached a contractual agreement with defender Jean-Clair Todibo, who is under contract with West Ham. The two clubs are still negotiating the terms of a loan with salary-sharing.
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Barcelona sign Rodri from Manchester City for €70m, Ballon d'Or returns home
FC Barcelona officially confirmed on Tuesday the signing of Rodri from Manchester City for €70 million. The 30-year-old Spanish midfielder and reigning Ballon d'Or winner returns to his home country after seven seasons in the Premier League.
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Premier League chief Masters accuses Infantino of pressing 'self-destruct button' over World Cup sell-off
Premier League CEO Richard Masters has sharply criticised FIFA president Gianni Infantino over his abandoned plan to sell a minority stake in World Cup tournaments to private investors, calling it a 'self-inflicted wound' as pressure on Infantino intensifies.
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Rooney urges Rashford to seize 'second chance' and break his 253-goal Man Utd record
Wayne Rooney believes Marcus Rashford can surpass his Manchester United record of 253 goals, but only if the forward improves his work rate and commits to the club after loan spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona.
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Premier League chief admits no timeline for Man City's 115-charge verdict
Premier League CEO Richard Masters has conceded he cannot say when an independent commission will deliver its verdict on Manchester City's 115 alleged financial rule breaches, almost 18 months after the disciplinary hearing concluded.
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Barcelona sign Rodri from Manchester City in £65.4m deal on four-year contract
Rodri has completed a £65.4million move from Manchester City to Barcelona, signing a four-year contract until 2030. The midfielder, player of the tournament at this summer's World Cup, spent seven seasons at City winning four Premier League titles.
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Real Betis reject £42.7m Antony bid, costing Manchester United £13m sell-on windfall
Manchester United stand to miss out on approximately £12.8m after Real Betis turned down a £42.7m offer for Antony. A sell-on clause inserted when the winger left Old Trafford permanently would have entitled United to around 50 percent of any profit Betis made on the deal.
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Lisa Neumann weighs London life against Wales return as club future stays unresolved
Wales wing Lisa Neumann says she has yet to sign with a new club following her Harlequins departure, with quality-of-life considerations shaping her decision as much as finances. A return to Wales remains possible but complicated by her established life in London.
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Uefa vice-president condemns Fifa's sacking of Infantino critic as 'deeply troubling message'
Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister has sharply criticised Fifa's dismissal of chief operating officer Kevin Lamour, who was ousted after publicly accusing president Gianni Infantino of deceiving the organisation over a private investment proposal.
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Zidane appoints Xavier Giraudon, Canal+ journalist, as France press officer
Zinédine Zidane has selected Xavier Giraudon to serve as press officer for the France national team, a position vacant since Raphaël Raymond's departure. The journalist has reportedly resigned from his permanent contract at Canal+ to join the Blues' staff.
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Strickland posts alleged Woodley DMs after threat over Din Thomas criticism
Sean Strickland has shared what he claims is a private message exchange with Tyron Woodley, in which the former welterweight champion warned him to stop criticising coach Din Thomas. Strickland responded with a blunt dismissal and posted Woodley's seven-fight losing streak as a punchline.
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Raphinha set to be named Barcelona's first captain ahead of De Jong for 2026-27
Raphinha is the leading candidate to become Barcelona's first captain for the 2026-27 season, ahead of Frenkie de Jong, according to Mundo Deportivo. The club has yet to officially confirm the captaincy order.
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Barcelona sell Torrents to Ajax permanently but retain buy-back clause and 50% resale stake
Barcelona have confirmed the permanent transfer of left-back Jofre Torrents to Ajax, with the deal structured to include a repurchase option and a 50% share of any future sale, in a move worth up to €5 million.
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All Blacks veterans warn rising star Lakai what Ellis Park has in store
Peter Lakai, 23, is in line for his first Test against the Springboks on Saturday in Johannesburg, with All Blacks centurions telling the 10-cap flanker that Ellis Park ranks among the toughest venues they have ever played.
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Rooney reveals nose surgery eight years after breaking it twice during playing career
Wayne Rooney has undergone surgery to fix a nose he first broke in an FA Cup match and then again at DC United in 2018, having delayed the procedure throughout the remainder of his playing and management career.
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Johnny Walker makes heavyweight debut among seven bouts added to UFC 332
UFC 332 on October 3 in Salt Lake City is filling out fast. Former light heavyweight contender Johnny Walker faces Mick Parkin in a heavyweight debut, while Deiveson Figueiredo meets Payton Talbott in a bantamweight clash — though a main event is still to be confirmed.
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Bezos consortium acquired 38% of Liverpool in £1.5bn deal valuing club at over £5bn
The 1892 Holdings group — led by Amit Bhatia and including Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin — purchased a 38% stake in Liverpool from Fenway Sports Group, a larger share than initially reported, with the club valued at more than £5bn.
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United move swiftly to shut down Galatasaray's audacious bid for Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United have made clear Bruno Fernandes is not for sale after Galatasaray launched a surprise approach for the club captain this summer, a sharp contrast to the uncertainty that surrounded him during last year's Al Hilal saga.
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