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Pereira vows to skip Aspinall unification if he claims third-division UFC title at Freedom 250
Alex Pereira faces Ciryl Gane for the interim UFC heavyweight title on June 14 in Washington, D.C. A win would make him the first fighter to hold UFC gold in three weight classes — but he says he will not wait for an injured Tom Aspinall to unify the belts.
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Kane reaches out to Eriksen after 'scary' ICD activation ends Denmark friendly
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly with Ukraine on Sunday before his ICD device activated and he walked off the pitch. Former Tottenham team-mate Harry Kane said he was shaken by the news and has since contacted Eriksen to wish him well.
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Meulensteen urges Carrick to sign Kane and Elliot Anderson in first United transfer window
Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has called on new permanent manager Michael Carrick to pursue England internationals Harry Kane and Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this summer, warning that United must sign at least two or three midfielders ahead of their Champions League campaign.
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Manchester City confirms four-part Guardiola farewell documentary directed by BAFTA-winning filmmaker
Manchester City have announced a four-part documentary series covering Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at the club, directed by Academy and BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald. The series will cover the club's 26-game unbeaten run, Kevin De Bruyne's departure, and Guardiola's emotional farewell.
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Alvarez reveals calf kicks and counter-timing as Gaethje's best path to upsetting Topuria
Eddie Alvarez, who knocked out Justin Gaethje at UFC 218 in 2017, has outlined a tactical blueprint for the interim lightweight champion to dethrone Ilia Topuria on June 14, centred on leg kicks and catching Topuria in between exchanges.
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United dismiss Romero links as midfield overhaul and left-back search take priority
Manchester United have ruled out a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, with sources describing reports of a prepared offer as wide of the mark. The club's summer focus remains on midfield reinforcement and addressing the left side of the squad.
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Darren Till says UFC has lost its hype and he can no longer watch Dana White interviews
Former UFC middleweight contender Darren Till has publicly criticised the promotion's current direction, saying he no longer gets excited for fights and finds Dana White's media appearances unwatchable. The 33-year-old Englishman has since reinvented himself in boxing and bare-knuckle fighting.
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Lorenzi recruitment exposes OM to heavy damages in favor of Nice
Grégory Lorenzi had given his agreement to OGC Nice before joining OM as sporting director. According to Ouest-France, the Marseille club would be « clearly at fault » and risks a ruling against it by the labor court.
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Somali referee Omar Artan banned from US after 11-hour ordeal, sparking World Cup fury
Omar Artan, one of Africa's top referees, was held for 11 hours at Miami Airport before being refused entry to the United States and deported to Turkey. Somalia's Prime Minister and former England star Ian Wright are among those condemning the decision ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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Scott McTominay's goalscoring form at Napoli makes him one to watch at World Cup 2026
Scott McTominay has scored 13 goals in all competitions for Napoli this season and sits on 13 goals again with two games remaining, underlining his credentials as a genuine attacking threat for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup.
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John Fury bars Darren Till from Misfits Boxing event in Manchester, prompting furious response
Darren Till has revealed he is banned from attending Saturday's Misfits Boxing card in Manchester — where Tommy Fury headlines against Eddie Hall — after John Fury reportedly had a clause written into a contract preventing Till from any event his son appears at.
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Crystal Palace close in on Pierre Sage after Lens boss made Liverpool shortlist
Crystal Palace are set to appoint Lens manager Pierre Sage as Oliver Glasner's successor, with a compensation package of around €5 million (£4.3m) and a three-year deal at Selhurst Park reportedly close to completion.
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Iraola's 'all new signings' stance hands Harvey Elliott a Liverpool lifeline
Incoming Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has declared every player in his squad a 'new signing', offering 23-year-old Harvey Elliott renewed hope after a difficult loan spell at Aston Villa yielded just one goal in 11 appearances.
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Iran condemn FIFA and US after ticket allocation stripped ahead of World Cup 2026
The Iranian Football Federation has issued a furious statement after its official ticket allocation for World Cup 2026 group-stage matches was revoked, leaving Iranian fans unable to attend any of their team's fixtures in the United States.
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Garcia calls out 'disrespect' despite seven UFC knockouts ahead of White House card
Steve Garcia says he still feels overlooked despite eight UFC wins and seven knockouts, and is using that frustration as fuel heading into UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14.
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Garcia warns UFC White House heat could burn fighters after outdoor debut nightmare
Steve Garcia, who opens the UFC White House: Freedom 250 card against Diego Lopes on June 14, has drawn on two outdoor fights to flag real concerns — from insects at night to a scorching canvas that left fighters burning their feet and backs during his 2013 pro debut.
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White confirms Aspinall would have faced Pereira at UFC White House if fit
Dana White has revealed that a healthy Tom Aspinall would have defended his UFC heavyweight title against Alex Pereira at Freedom 250 on June 14, with Ciryl Gane only entering the picture due to Aspinall's eye injuries.
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Hadjar snatches maiden Red Bull podium in Monaco despite engine gremlins and radio meltdowns
Isack Hadjar claimed his first Red Bull podium with a third-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix despite battling persistent engine and driveability issues throughout, prompting heated radio outbursts that team principal Laurent Mekies said were entirely understandable.
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Maresca appointment delayed as Man City wait on Chelsea compensation talks
Manchester City's move to install Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's successor is taking longer than anticipated, with compensation talks between the clubs still ongoing. City remain confident the deal will be concluded without major complications.
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Topuria and Gaethje turn personal as UFC White House title fight nears
Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje have moved beyond sporting rivalry into personal territory ahead of their lightweight title clash at UFC White House: Freedom 250 on June 14, exchanging sharp words over Topuria's divorce and a dig at Gaethje's father.
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