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Black Ferns flanker Elinor-Plum King stuns France on WXV debut after almost missing her first call-up
Elinor-Plum King, 22, has made a remarkable start to her international career, earning player of the match in just her second Test before helping New Zealand defeat France 28-14 in Lyon to open the WXV Global Series.
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Newcastle's injury crisis deepens ahead of unbeaten Hull's visit to St James' Park
Newcastle United head into Saturday's Premier League clash with Hull City carrying six injury concerns after a 3-0 thrashing by Leeds United, with Anthony Elanga, Jacob Ramsey and Nico Gonzalez all doubts alongside three long-term absentees.
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Rodri reveals personal Mourinho call after choosing Barcelona over Real Madrid
Rodri has disclosed that he personally phoned José Mourinho to thank him after rejecting Real Madrid and completing a £65m move to Barcelona, where he has helped Hansi Flick's side win all six of their opening matches.
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FA urged to act on Fernandes after United star escapes punishment in Foden red-card row
Bruno Fernandes avoided a retrospective ban despite appearing to kick Phil Foden before the Manchester City midfielder was sent off in United's 1-0 derby defeat. Former professionals and journalists are divided over whether the FA should still intervene.
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Anderson's 'Kings of Manchester' call backed up by standout derby display against United
Elliot Anderson delivered his finest Manchester City performance yet in Sunday's derby win at Old Trafford, leading all City players in touches and accurate passes despite Phil Foden's early red card leaving the visitors a man down.
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Ruben Dias' father accidentally headbutted Noel Gallagher during City's dramatic 2022 title win
Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher was left with stitches and two black eyes after Ruben Dias' father accidentally headbutted him during Manchester City's chaotic Premier League title-clinching victory over Aston Villa in May 2022.
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Boudache chooses Algeria and closes door to Zidane before first squad
As Zinédine Zidane prepares to unveil his first France squad on September 18, Ligue 1 midfielder Kaïl Boudache has confirmed his definitive choice for the Algeria national team, citing his Kabyle roots.
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Dafydd Jenkins reveals shoulder surgery after playing through pain to reach Premiership final
Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins has disclosed he aggravated a shoulder injury during Exeter's run to the Gallagher Premiership final in June, requiring post-season surgery. Now racing to be fit for the new campaign, he says the taste of Twickenham has only sharpened his hunger.
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Lens sacks Toppmöller after just four Ligue 1 matches
RC Lens have decided to part ways with manager Dino Toppmöller after a record of one win, two defeats and a draw in four Ligue 1 matches. His assistant Yannick Cahuzac is expected to take over starting with the trip to Monaco on Friday.
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Vettel leads four-driver lineup for Race of Champions' inaugural New Zealand event in 2027
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel headlines the first confirmed entries for the Race of Champions' debut New Zealand event, set for Wellington's Hnry Stadium on 9-10 January 2027. Valtteri Bottas, Supercars champion Chaz Mostert, and WRC rally winner Hayden Paddon complete the initial lineup.
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Liverpool host Spurs in Carabao Cup third round at Anfield with Fowler and Ferdinand on punditry
Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur meet at Anfield in the Carabao Cup third round, with Mark Pougatch presenting and Robbie Fowler and Les Ferdinand serving as pundits for the midweek clash.
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Mbappé's Ballon d'Or 2026 campaign causing friction at Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappé's public campaign for the 2026 Ballon d'Or is creating tension at Real Madrid, where some close to the club view his claims as excessive given his record in La Liga.
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France hand first caps to Lagrandeur and Latonnelle for WXV clash with Wallaroos
Lock Sana Lagrandeur and prop Marion Latonnelle have been called into the France Women's squad for this weekend's WXV Global Series match against the Wallaroos in Aix-en-Provence, with both players set to earn their first international caps.
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Unconvincing win at Brest: tension simmers between Luis Enrique and his players
PSG secured their first Ligue 1 victory of the season away at Brest (0-1) thanks to Ferran Torres, but Luis Enrique showed his disappointment and internal tensions with several senior players appear to be emerging.
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Uefa awards 2029 Champions League final to renovated Nou Camp, snubbing Wembley
Uefa has chosen Barcelona's redeveloped Nou Camp over Wembley Stadium to host the 2029 Champions League final, with the Allianz Arena confirmed as the 2028 venue. Barcelona last staged the final in 1999.
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Canada lose star wing Corrigan to injury ahead of Six Nations clashes in Europe
Alysha Corrigan, who scored four tries at Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 and helped Saracens win the Premiership Women's Rugby title, has been ruled out of Canada's European WXV Global Series fixtures with injury.
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Newcastle face six-man injury crisis after 4-1 humbling at Leeds
Anthony Elanga, Jacob Ramsey, and Nico Gonzalez all emerged from Newcastle's 4-1 defeat at Elland Road on Monday with fitness concerns, compounding existing absences that leave head coach Matthias Jaissle severely short-handed ahead of the Hull City fixture.
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Audi junior Freddie Slater steps up to Formula 2 with Invicta Racing for 2027
Formula 3 runner-up Freddie Slater will race in Formula 2 with Invicta Racing next season, continuing his progression through the Audi Driver Development Programme after eight podiums and a victory in his debut F3 campaign.
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Scholes warns Manchester United jury still out on Lammens as title barrier
Paul Scholes believes Manchester United cannot seriously challenge for the Premier League title until they confirm whether goalkeeper Senne Lammens is truly world-class, pointing to elite stoppers at Liverpool, City and Arsenal as the blueprint.
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Lekjaa demands 2030 World Cup final for Morocco against Spain
Morocco's Football Federation president Fouzi Lekjaa maintains his claim to host the 2030 World Cup final in Morocco, invoking Africa's rights despite a recent FIFA clarification.
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