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Gane accepts blame for UFC 320 eye poke that ended Aspinall fight in no contest
Ciryl Gane has publicly taken responsibility for the accidental eye poke that turned his heavyweight title fight against Tom Aspinall at UFC 320 into a no contest. The Frenchman now targets Alex Pereira for an interim belt on June 14, with Aspinall still recovering.
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Tuchel's first England speech revealed: 'Brotherhood' the key to World Cup glory
The FA has released footage of Thomas Tuchel's opening address to England's squad from March 2025, in which the head coach outlined winning the World Cup as the mission's sole objective and cited a conversation with an unnamed World Cup winner to stress unity over individual quality.
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Mourinho shuts door on Tchouaméni departure despite Manchester United and Liverpool interest
Back on the Real Madrid bench, José Mourinho has reportedly told the club's hierarchy that he is counting on Aurélien Tchouaméni for next season, blocking approaches from Manchester United and Liverpool.
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Four Hall of Famers join Rogan and Anik to call UFC's White House card on June 13
The UFC has confirmed its broadcast team for the historic White House event on June 13, with Jon Anik and Joe Rogan on commentary alongside Daniel Cormier, while Michael Bisping, Chris Weidman and Dominick Cruz provide desk analysis.
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UN climate chief warns World Cup 2026 players face heat stroke risk at 26 hazardous matches
UN Climate Change warns that extreme heat conditions have doubled since the 1994 US World Cup, with 26 of 104 matches expected to be played in hazardous heat and five potentially at postponement-level temperatures across host cities including Miami, Kansas City and Philadelphia.
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Snubbed by Tuchel, Maguire heads to World Cup as Netflix pundit instead
Harry Maguire, who described himself as 'shocked and gutted' after being left out of Thomas Tuchel's England squad, will cover the 2026 World Cup as a pundit on Gary Lineker's Netflix show 'The Rest is Football'.
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Mbappé backs Ronaldo to outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup — then picks himself above both
Kylian Mbappé has predicted Cristiano Ronaldo will outshine Lionel Messi in front of goal at the 2026 World Cup, before declaring himself the tournament's likeliest top scorer. The Real Madrid forward also tipped Lamine Yamal and Vinícius Jr among the next generation of threats.
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Seven women accuse West Ham chairman David Sullivan of sexual exploitation in BBC Panorama investigation
A BBC Panorama documentary has gathered seven women who allege David Sullivan abused his power to prey on them for sex when they were young models at his newspapers. Sullivan denies all allegations and says he will sue the BBC for libel.
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Monterrey release Martial after training ban, leaving him a free agent for the third time in three years
Anthony Martial has been released by Mexican club Monterrey after being barred from first-team training following a dressing-room confrontation with manager Nicolas Sanchez. The 30-year-old, who managed just one goal in 20 appearances, is now a free agent for the third time since leaving Manchester United in 2024.
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Barcelona and Manchester City compete for Bayer Leverkusen prospect Ibrahim Maza
With 5 goals and 7 assists for Bayer Leverkusen this season, 20-year-old Ibrahim Maza has attracted the interest of FC Barcelona and Manchester City, according to Catalan media Mundo Deportivo.
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Topuria warns Gaethje 'I'll put you to sleep in front of your whole family' after divorce jab
Ilia Topuria has fired back at Justin Gaethje after the interim lightweight champion mocked his recent divorce, vowing to finish him inside two minutes at UFC White House on June 14.
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Oliver and Taylor set for $100,000 World Cup 2026 windfall with final bonus on offer
Premier League referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will each earn $100,000 (£75,000) for officiating at the 2026 World Cup — roughly double the 2014 rate — with additional bonuses available if either reaches the final on July 19.
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Eriksen confirms ICD saved him after second on-pitch collapse in five years
Christian Eriksen has returned home and says he is 'feeling good' after his implantable defibrillator activated during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Saturday, five years after his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.
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Black Knight takeover puts Exeter Chiefs on spending spree footing, Rowe warns rivals
Exeter Chiefs CEO Tony Rowe has put the Gallagher Premiership on notice, revealing that incoming owners Black Knight — led by American billionaire Bill Foley — bring a "big chequebook" and the intent to use it ahead of a potential deal completing next month.
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Divock Origi retires at 31, calling his Liverpool legacy a 'fulfilled' purpose
Divock Origi has announced his retirement at 31, ending a career defined by iconic moments at Liverpool — including a goal in the 2019 Champions League final and a decisive strike in the famous semi-final comeback against Barcelona.
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Eriksen discharged and 'doing well' after ICD fires during Denmark friendly
Christian Eriksen has been released from hospital and says he is 'doing well' after his implantable defibrillator activated during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, causing the match to be abandoned.
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Amazon docuseries to chart Guardiola's emotional farewell and Man City's era-ending rebuild
A four-part behind-the-scenes docuseries covering Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at Manchester City — including the departures of Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones — is set to arrive on Amazon Prime this summer.
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Giroud extends at LOSC for one more year and will play Champions League at 39
Despite a mixed season, Olivier Giroud has signed a new one-year contract with LOSC. The 39-year-old striker will compete in the Champions League next season under the direction of Davide Ancelotti.
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France vs Norway at 2026 World Cup: Haaland impresses, but Les Bleus remain favorites
Norway, France's third group opponent at the 2026 World Cup, has drawn mixed assessments despite Erling Haaland's presence. Former footballer Pierre Bouby argues the gap between the two teams remains substantial.
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LEGO FIFA World Cup 2026 Emblem set returns to Argos shelves after selling out
Argos has restocked the LEGO Editions FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Emblem set, priced at £20, after the 298-piece build sold out following its initial release. A TopCashback deal brings the price down to under £3 for eligible new customers.
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