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Tchouaméni extends contract and closes door on Rodri at Real Madrid
Despite rumours, Real Madrid should not sign Rodri this summer. Aurélien Tchouaméni's imminent contract extension until 2031 or 2032 makes the operation unnecessary in the eyes of the Madrid club.
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Greenwood to Fenerbahçe, Traoré to Genoa: OM accelerates on two departures
In mid-July, Olympique de Marseille is set to part ways with Mason Greenwood and Hamed Junior Traoré. The English striker is headed to Fenerbahçe for €10 million net per season, while the Ivorian completes his medical at Genoa on Tuesday.
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Bilic's return to Croatia could convince Modric to extend international career
Luka Modric was planning to retire from international football after the 2026 World Cup, but Slaven Bilic's return as Croatia's head coach — a man he has worked with before — could change his mind, according to Spanish newspaper AS.
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium confirms England vs Argentina semi-final starts on time despite Atlanta storm threat
Stadium officials in Atlanta have dismissed fears that thunderstorms could delay England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina on July 15, confirming the Mercedes-Benz Stadium's retractable roof means the match will begin as scheduled at 8pm UK time.
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Manchester City target Bouaddi as £116m Anderson signing signals midfield overhaul
Manchester City are interested in Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, the 18-year-old who starred for Morocco at the World Cup. The move would continue a sweeping midfield rebuild that already includes a record £116m deal for Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
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Kane dismisses media 'division' claims after Bellingham-Tuchel furore ahead of Argentina semi-final
Harry Kane has defended England's camp unity after Jude Bellingham's pointed response to Thomas Tuchel's post-match interview following the 2-1 extra-time win over Norway, calling attempts to stoke division 'an English mentality' at major tournaments.
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Wales call up Dee and Thomas as Lake injury clouds Springboks trip to Durban
Hooker Elliot Dee and lock Freddie Thomas have been drafted into the Wales squad for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with world champions South Africa in Durban, with captain Dewi Lake doubtful after picking up a groin injury against Argentina.
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Heineken offers one F1 fan free access to every grand prix on the 2027 calendar
Heineken is inviting F1 fans to compete for a carbon-fibre season ticket covering flights, accommodation, and race access at every 2027 grand prix. The prize was inspired by Brandon Burgess, who spent his entire savings attending every race in 2025.
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Matt Brown says nerves cost McGregor as knee injury ends UFC 329 comeback
Retired UFC welterweight Matt Brown believes Conor McGregor was carrying hidden anxiety into his return against Max Holloway at UFC 329, arguing that deep-seated self-doubt — not a pre-existing injury — caused the spinning kick that blew out his knee on the very first exchange.
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Roma boss signals Manu Kone decision in weeks as United close in on third midfield signing
AS Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini has confirmed that Manu Kone's future will become clear within weeks, with Manchester United already having committed £85m to midfield signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
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Barbeary reveals 'bolt upright' reset that rescued his Bath career before Saracens move
Alfie Barbeary produced three consecutive player-of-the-match displays at Bath in January 2026 after being told his contract would not be renewed — a run he credits to abandoning coaching advice and returning to his instinctive upright carrying style.
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Infantino faces IOC complaint over Trump call that lifted Balogun's World Cup ban
Human rights organisation FairSquare has lodged a formal complaint with the International Olympic Committee alleging Fifa president Gianni Infantino breached political neutrality rules, citing his handling of Folarin Balogun's suspended ban following a call with Donald Trump.
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Ospreys CEO Lance Bradley steps down after two-and-a-half years at the helm
Lance Bradley has left his role as Ospreys chief executive after two-and-a-half years, with the club confirming his departure on Tuesday. Bradley oversaw the region's return to St Helen's and a significant improvement in finances during a turbulent period for Welsh rugby.
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UEFA federations push to unseat Infantino at next FIFA presidential election
Several UEFA member federations are actively seeking a candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino at the next FIFA presidential election, following a series of public disputes over the World Cup expansion, the Club World Cup, and FIFA's controversial reversal of Folarin Balogun's red card.
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Haaland returns to Norway with $750 taxidermied raccoon after World Cup quarter-final exit
Erling Haaland may have left the 2026 World Cup without a trophy, but the Manchester City striker arrived back in Oslo clutching a $750 taxidermied raccoon holding a whisky bottle, bought from a US western store.
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Karl Darlow joins Manchester United on free transfer from Leeds to back up Lammens
Manchester United have signed veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer from Leeds United. The 35-year-old Wales international turned down a new deal at Elland Road, signing a two-year contract at Old Trafford as cover for Senne Lammens.
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Manchester City ready to spend €100m to snatch Bouaddi from Lille
According to The Athletic's David Ornstein, Manchester City is pushing hard to recruit 18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer following his successful World Cup with Morocco. Lille values their midfielder at around €100 million.
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CoreCtrl, hidden Lucozade pouches and ice slushies: inside England's World Cup hydration strategy
Thomas Tuchel has his England players drinking a thermoregulation beverage called CoreCtrl and a custom high-sodium Lucozade electrolyte mix during mandatory hydration breaks, with Lucozade branding concealed by stickers as the brand is not an official FIFA sponsor.
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Brighton sign Tottenham teenager Luka Vuskovic for club-record £46m after zero Spurs appearances
Brighton have completed the signing of Croatian centre-back Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham for an initial club-record £46 million, with add-ons potentially taking the deal to £50 million. The 19-year-old, who never made a competitive appearance for Spurs, has signed a five-year contract at the Amex.
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Adesanya says McGregor 'owes' Chandler a fight after years of waiting
Israel Adesanya has called on Conor McGregor to face Michael Chandler in what he believes should be the Irishman's final UFC fight, arguing McGregor left Chandler waiting for a big-money bout for two to three years.
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