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West Ham co-owner David Sullivan steps down as chair amid sexual exploitation allegations
David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham chairman after BBC Panorama and The Times uncovered allegations from multiple women of sexual exploitation spanning several decades. The Met Police has confirmed it is investigating one allegation relating to the 1980s.
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Platini files criminal complaint against Infantino days before World Cup begins
Michel Platini has launched criminal and civil proceedings in French courts against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, alleging Infantino worked to exclude him from the 2016 FIFA presidential race. The complaint arrives just days before the World Cup kicks off.
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Antony reveals Liverpool made £82m Man United signing a firm offer to replace Salah in 2022
Former Manchester United winger Antony has disclosed that Liverpool submitted a concrete offer for his services in 2022, with Jurgen Klopp exploring attacking reinforcements amid uncertainty over Mohamed Salah's contract future.
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Platini files criminal complaint against Infantino days before World Cup kicks off
Michel Platini's legal team have launched criminal proceedings in Paris against FIFA president Gianni Infantino and two former FIFA officials, alleging malicious prosecution and influence peddling that derailed Platini's bid to lead world football.
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Sainz retires from Monaco GP after Hulkenberg and Colapinto collisions at restart
Carlos Sainz was eliminated from the Monaco Grand Prix after being struck by Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto within seconds of the second standing restart, prompting the Williams driver to accuse his rivals of taking 'stupid risks' at the Loews hairpin.
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Barcelona's Nou Camp debt crisis threatens to derail £26m Rashford deal
Barcelona are struggling to fund a permanent move for Marcus Rashford after a £1.25bn Goldman Sachs loan proved insufficient to complete their Nou Camp renovation, leaving the club seeking an increased credit limit and reluctant to meet Manchester United's asking price.
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Jota's widow urges Robertson to carry his World Cup dream to the finals
Rute Cardoso, the widow of Diogo Jota, has written a heartfelt letter to Scotland captain Andy Robertson asking him to live the World Cup dream the two friends had shared, weeks after Robertson's emotional tribute following Scotland's qualification.
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Scotland rest two Lions for inaugural Nations Championship fixtures against Argentina, South Africa and Fiji
Scotland have named their squad for three consecutive Nations Championship Tests in July, giving two British & Irish Lions a summer rest. Scott Cummings, Pierre Schoeman and Rory Sutherland are each within reach of 50 caps.
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France's Defence Worries Despite Olise Hat-trick Ahead of World Cup
France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 on Monday night, powered by Michael Olise's hat-trick, but the performance failed to ease concerns as the World Cup approaches. Defensive frailties have been exposed again: five consecutive matches conceding at least one goal, porous flanks, and Dembélé deployed as a false 9 dividing opinion.
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England's Florida training camp shaken by 6.1-magnitude earthquake ahead of Costa Rica warm-up
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake — the strongest in the region for 150 years — struck off the Cuban coast and was felt across Florida on Tuesday, rattling England's World Cup training base in West Palm Beach a day before their warm-up against Costa Rica in Orlando.
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ECB issues statement on alleged incident involving Stokes, Atkinson and Saracens player
The England and Wales Cricket Board have released an official statement after an alleged incident involving Test captain Ben Stokes and opening bowler Gus Atkinson with a Saracens rugby player came to light.
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Quiet against Northern Ireland, Dembélé reassures ahead of 2026 World Cup
Starting as number 10 in France's 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland in Lille, Ousmane Dembélé delivered a subdued performance, earning L'Équipe's lowest French rating of 4/10. Deschamps and the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner downplay the concern.
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Rodri survives training scare to play 60 minutes in Spain's 3-1 win over Peru
Manchester City midfielder Rodri came through a training-ground scare — caused by a strong challenge from Barcelona's Gavi — to feature for 60 minutes as Spain beat Peru 3-1 in their final World Cup warm-up.
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Free-agent Darwin Nunez offered back to Liverpool as Iraola eyes first signing
Darwin Nunez has been offered to Liverpool as a free agent after his contract with Al-Hilal was mutually terminated, with reports suggesting the Uruguayan striker has already signalled his willingness to return to Anfield.
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Earthquake strikes England's Florida World Cup base as buildings shake across Orlando
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake originating off Cuba's western coast sent tremors through Orlando and surrounding Florida cities on Monday night, rattling the region where Thomas Tuchel's England squad are preparing for the World Cup. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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England and Nike unveil retro-inspired Energy Top ahead of 2026 World Cup
England and Nike have launched a '90s-inspired lifestyle shirt as part of the new Energy Pack range. The blue Energy Top, priced at £69.99, will not be worn during the 2026 World Cup but has already drawn mixed reactions from supporters.
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Montpellier heading towards end of Nicollin era after fifty years at helm of club
Laurent Nicollin confirmed to L'Équipe that a group of investors is in exclusive negotiations to buy MHSC, relegated to Ligue 2 at the end of the 2024-2025 season after eighteen years in the top flight.
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Ratcliffe backs Anderson wage demands as United re-enter £100m race with City
Manchester United have revived their interest in Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly willing to meet the 23-year-old's £150,000-a-week wage demands despite Manchester City's competing bid and Forest's £100m asking price.
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Manchester United dismiss Argentine reports linking them with Tottenham's Cristian Romero
Claims from Argentina that Manchester United were preparing a bid for Tottenham defender Cristian Romero have been firmly dismissed by club sources, with the 28-year-old not on United's summer wishlist.
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NZR CEO Lancaster insists Tony Brown's 2028 deal poses no threat to Rennie's coaching group
New Zealand Rugby CEO Steve Lancaster has moved to reassure fans that Tony Brown's appointment as an All Blacks assistant coach from 2028 will not displace Dave Rennie or his staff, who remain on 18-month contracts through the Rugby World Cup.
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