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Chile vs Georgia moved behind closed doors in Santiago as storm forces World Rugby to act
Saturday's World Rugby Nations Cup top-of-the-table clash between Chile and Georgia has been relocated from La Serena to Santiago's CARR Mahuida and will be played without spectators after a red weather alert was issued for an approaching storm.
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Bowen commits to West Ham's promotion push, ending Manchester United's summer pursuit
Jarrod Bowen has pledged his future to West Ham and signed revised contract terms, ruling out a move to Manchester United this summer. The 29-year-old captain says helping the Hammers return to the Premier League is his clear priority.
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Ainsworth-Cave leads England against New Zealand haka in Junior World Championship third-place play-off
England Under-20 skipper Aiden Ainsworth-Cave says facing the New Zealand haka is the first thing his squad thought of when the third-place play-off draw was made. The two sides meet at Tbilisi's Mikheil Meskhi Stadium on Saturday, their first encounter since the 2017 Junior World Championship final.
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Dual international Hilsenbeck leads USA's Nations Cup charge after switching from Germany
California-born fly-half Christopher Hilsenbeck, who spent seven years representing Germany, is now starring for the USA Eagles — sealing a last-gasp Nations Cup win over Portugal with a penalty two minutes from time.
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Guardiola had verbal agreement to manage England before FA turned to Tuchel
Pep Guardiola agreed in principle to succeed Gareth Southgate as England manager before opting to extend his stay at Manchester City, forcing the FA to appoint Thomas Tuchel in January 2025. With Tuchel now under pressure after a semi-final exit at the hands of Argentina, Guardiola's name has resurfaced.
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Former referee warns Kane his 'irritating' questions cost England 50-50 calls
Ex-Premier League referee Graham Scott has criticised Harry Kane's habit of pestering officials with sarcastic questions, warning it actively turns referees against him. His comments follow England's 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the World Cup.
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Barcelona target John Duran from Al Nassr to bolster attack on a budget
After the arrivals of Gordon and Adeyemi, FC Barcelona is studying a loan with option to buy for 22-year-old Colombian striker John Duran, currently at Al Nassr, with Benfica also in the running for the player.
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Rashford's £40m release clause expires as Barcelona move permanently to Gordon
Marcus Rashford will return to Manchester United for pre-season after Barcelona allowed their £26m purchase option to expire on June 15, instead signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for €80m. The 27-year-old's £40m release clause has also now lapsed, meaning any interested club must negotiate a fresh fee.
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Osuchukwu rejects new deal and leaves Manchester United for Athletic Bilbao at 16
Darlington Osuchukwu, a 16-year-old goalkeeper and Spanish youth international, has turned down a new contract at Manchester United after four years in the academy and is set to join Athletic Bilbao.
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Tuchel vows to stay as England boss despite World Cup semi-final exit and sack calls
Thomas Tuchel has reaffirmed his commitment to leading England through to Euro 2028 after their 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, insisting he is '100% committed' to the role despite growing pressure.
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Canadian wildfire smoke triggers New York air quality warning days before World Cup final
New York City's air quality reached 'Very Unhealthy' levels on Thursday due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, raising concerns ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium. Officials expect conditions to improve before the match.
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Silvestre joins Rooney and Valencia in offering to return to United under Carrick
Mikael Silvestre has become the third former Manchester United player to publicly offer his services to Michael Carrick, saying he would take a director of football role at Old Trafford — a position currently held by Jason Wilcox.
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Alexander-Arnold embraces Mourinho's intensity as Real Madrid preseason begins
Trent Alexander-Arnold has praised José Mourinho's high standards and demanding double sessions at Valdebebas, describing his first preseason under the Portuguese coach as intense but welcome after a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
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Ireland can topple All Blacks at Eden Park and seize second in world rankings
Ireland travel to Eden Park with a genuine shot at ending New Zealand's 32-year, 52-match unbeaten home record. A victory for Andy Farrell's side would lift them above the All Blacks to second in the World Rugby Men's Rankings.
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Arsenal target Cardiff's Axel Donczew, the youngest player in Welsh club's history
Arsenal are reported to have strong interest in Cardiff City midfielder Axel Donczew, who made his debut at 15 years and 234 days last season to become the youngest player in the Welsh club's history. The move would see Donczew join the Gunners' academy set-up.
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Rashford set for August return to United as Barcelona permanent move collapses
Marcus Rashford is expected back at Manchester United's Carrington training ground around 10 August after a post-World Cup rest period. Barcelona declined to sign him permanently for £26m despite his 14 goals and 14 assists on loan, instead spending £69m on Anthony Gordon.
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Beth Blacklock leaves Saracens for newly promoted Stade Rochelais in personal homecoming
Scotland centre Beth Blacklock has departed Premiership Women's Rugby champions Saracens to join newly promoted French Élite 1 Féminine side Stade Rochelais, a city where her father once lived and played rugby.
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Lille president backs Bouaddi to stay despite £85m Man City interest
Lille president Olivier Letang says there is a 'strong chance' 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi remains at the club this summer, even as Manchester City pursue the Morocco international following his World Cup performances.
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Falkland Islands Government urges FIFA to sanction Argentina over post-match political banner
The Falkland Islands Government has called on FIFA to punish the Argentine national team after several players displayed a banner reading 'The Falklands are Argentinian' following Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England.
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Morocco Federation Renews Confidence in Ouahbi After 2026 World Cup
After leading Morocco to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, Mohamed Ouahbi has had his mandate extended by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation as part of the 'Morocco 2030' roadmap.
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