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Australia end 1,300-day SVNS drought with Valladolid final comeback win over South Africa
Australia claimed their first men's SVNS trophy in more than 1,300 days in Valladolid, overturning a 14-0 deficit to beat South Africa 26-19 in the Cup Final. Henry Hutchison was named Player of the Final after leading the remarkable turnaround.
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Alex Scott embraces England training camp role after missing World Cup squad cut
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, 22, was left out of Thomas Tuchel's 26-man World Cup squad but accepted an invitation to join England's Florida training camp and is set to win his first cap against New Zealand in Tampa on Saturday.
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Alex Scott predicts Iraola will revive Klopp-era pressing football at Liverpool
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott says incoming Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola plays a style reminiscent of Jurgen Klopp's early teams, citing the Spaniard's aggressive pressing and the personal improvement he delivered to players at the Vitality Stadium.
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EFL chief executive Trevor Birch to step down at end of 2026-27 season
Trevor Birch has informed the EFL board of his intention to leave at the conclusion of the 2026-27 campaign, ending a six-year tenure that began in January 2021. The announcement follows the re-election of chair Rick Parry for a further three-year term.
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UFC to weave American history segments into White House card on June 14
The UFC will replace its usual promotional content with patriotic vignettes celebrating America's 250th anniversary during its White House event on June 14, headlined by Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title.
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Antonelli dismisses Russell's title-pressure claim with 43-point lead after five rounds
Kimi Antonelli has rejected George Russell's assertion that the 2026 Formula 1 championship is the 19-year-old's to lose. Antonelli leads Russell by 43 points after four consecutive wins, but insists it is too early to speak of a title with 17 races remaining.
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Berrada outlines United's summer transfer plan as Ederson deal nears completion
Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada has set out a disciplined transfer strategy for the summer, promising to replicate last year's recruitment model. A £35 million agreement with Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson is already understood to be in place.
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Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane favourite ahead of Dembélé and Declan Rice
With 61 goals in 51 matches for Bayern Munich, Harry Kane emerges as the clear favourite for the 2026 Ballon d'Or according to current odds, ahead of Ousmane Dembélé, winner of the Ligue des Champions, and Declan Rice, crowned Premier League champion with Arsenal.
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Jayden Nell targets Bordeaux title to cap breakthrough Blitzboks season
South Africa's Jayden Nell has been one of the standout rookies of the HSBC SVNS Series, and the 22-year-old is now chasing a Championship title this weekend in Bordeaux — the Blitzboks' first on French soil since 2018.
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PSG exit Kroupi race as Arsenal pursue Bournemouth's record-breaking teenager
Paris Saint-Germain are no longer considered active pursuers of Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, clearing the path for Arsenal and Chelsea to intensify their interest in the 19-year-old, who scored 13 Premier League goals this season.
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FFF Books Entire Four Seasons Boston for 2026 World Cup, Sparking Internal Debate Over Costs
The French Football Federation has privatized the entire Four Seasons Boston to house the France team during the 2026 World Cup, a decision raising serious questions internally as the FFF faces a deficit of 8.7 million euros in 2025. The total cost of the luxury hotel could exceed 12 million euros, while regional leagues struggle financially.
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Galatasaray make first official bid for Leao as Manchester United register interest
Galatasaray have submitted the first formal proposal for Rafael Leao after the AC Milan forward confirmed he wants to leave this summer. Manchester United have registered interest in the £43m-rated Portugal winger, though no formal offer has been made.
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Norris and Leclerc summoned by FIA stewards for late Monaco press conference arrival
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc must report to FIA stewards on Friday at the Monaco Grand Prix after arriving late to the official Thursday drivers' press conference, constituting a breach of Article B10.1.1a of the FIA Formula 1 sporting regulations.
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Australia chase historic SVNS double sweep heading into Bordeaux finale
Australia's men and women both won in Valladolid to put themselves in contention for a rare Championship sweep at the Bordeaux SVNS. The feat has only been achieved once before by the Aussies, in the 2021/22 series.
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Allan Saint-Maximin leaves Lens for Charlotte FC in MLS this summer
Six months after arriving from Mexico, Allan Saint-Maximin is set to leave RC Lens to join Charlotte FC in MLS. An agreement is imminent, according to L'Équipe.
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Ariana Ramsey becomes first USA woman nominated for World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year
USA winger Ariana Ramsey has made history at the HSBC SVNS World Championship finale in Bordeaux, becoming the first American woman ever nominated for World Rugby's Sevens Player of the Year award. She joins Australians Maddison Levi and Jorja Miller on the shortlist.
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Liverpool contact RB Leipzig over Yan Diomande as Salah replacement search intensifies
Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig to discuss signing 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, who scored 13 goals and added 10 assists in 36 games this season. Leipzig's £112m asking price and reluctance to sell this summer remain significant obstacles.
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Nike brings together Ronaldo, Mbappé and LeBron James in six-minute film ahead of 2026 World Cup
Nike unveiled on Thursday a six-minute advertising campaign titled "Rip The Script", mobilizing a star-studded cast — Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius, LeBron James, Erling Haaland and many others — days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.
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Konate opens up on depression after losing Jota and his father in the same season
Ibrahima Konate has spoken candidly about battling depression throughout Liverpool's 2024-25 season, following the death of teammate Diogo Jota and the loss of his own father, Hamady, in January. The France defender, out of contract at Anfield, is reportedly in advanced talks with Real Madrid.
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Ospreys sign Exeter Chiefs backline utility Dan John ahead of 2025-26 URC season
The Ospreys have secured the signing of Cardiff-born back Dan John from Exeter Chiefs, where he made 33 appearances over six years. The 24-year-old former Wales U20 international is the club's second recruit ahead of next season, following the arrival of Wales wing Tom Rogers.
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