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Townsend urges Scotland to seize rare Springbok test as huge underdogs in Pretoria
Gregor Townsend has called on his Scotland squad to embrace Saturday's Nations Championship clash against world champions South Africa at Loftus Versfeld — their first away test against the Springboks in 12 years.
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Arsenal's 16-year-old record-breaker Dowman compared to Yamal ahead of pre-season audition
Max Dowman, the youngest player ever to score in the Premier League, has been likened to Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal by former US prodigy Freddy Adu, with the Arsenal teenager set for extended pre-season minutes.
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Ex-Leicester head coach Bundy joins Exeter Chiefs as forwards and defence coach
Ross Bundy, who spent one season as Leicester Tigers head coach in the Premiership Women's Rugby, has been appointed as an assistant coach at Exeter Chiefs for the 2026/27 campaign, taking charge of forwards and defence.
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Barcelona submit official Adeyemi bid as Flick leads Dortmund winger pursuit
Barcelona have made a formal approach to Borussia Dortmund for winger Karim Adeyemi, with Hansi Flick identified as the driving force. The 24-year-old German international has already given his personal approval to the move.
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Fiji Rugby Union chairman demands 'return on investment' from players after Wales defeat
John Sanday, chairman of the Fiji Rugby Union board, has publicly criticised the Flying Fijians following their 39-24 loss to Wales, warning that unpaid board members expect better performances and results from well-paid players and management.
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Olympic gold medallist Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang set for France debut against Wallabies in Brisbane
Paris Olympics gold medallist and Pau winger Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang is poised to earn his first France cap against Australia in Brisbane, headlining a weekend in which several sevens stars stepped up in the fifteen-man game across multiple tournaments.
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Brahim Diaz left stifling laughter as journalists brawl at Morocco World Cup press conference
Brahim Diaz's pre-match media session ahead of Morocco's World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France descended into chaos on Tuesday when two journalists began fighting, forcing a press officer to intervene and leaving the Real Madrid star visibly amused.
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New York City Mayor backs Egypt's VAR 'robbed' claim after Argentina World Cup defeat
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly sided with Egypt after their 3-2 round-of-16 loss to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, calling them 'robbed' during a public address — as the Egyptian Football Association filed an official complaint against the referee.
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Manchester United reveal 100,000-seat stadium plans at heart of £7.3bn Trafford Wharfside district
Manchester United have confirmed plans for a new 100,000-seat stadium 350 metres from Old Trafford, forming the centrepiece of the Trafford Wharfside regeneration project projected to generate £7.3bn annually for the UK economy.
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Newcastle eye Camara and Danois as Arsenal circle Bruno Guimaraes
Newcastle United have identified Monaco's Lamine Camara and Auxerre's Kevin Danois as potential midfield replacements for Bruno Guimaraes, after the Brazilian captain confirmed his desire to leave St James' Park with Arsenal poised to bid.
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Auxerre signs 18-year-old Chinese forward Xiangxin Wei
AJ Auxerre officially announced on Thursday the signing of Xiangxin Wei, an 18-year-old forward from MZ Hakka. The fourth summer recruit for the Burgundy club, the young Chinese U17 international has committed for five seasons.
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Russell warns 2026 cars in wet conditions will be completely unknown territory at Spa
George Russell says Formula 1 drivers cannot properly prepare for a wet race this season, admitting the 2026 machinery's behaviour in the rain remains a mystery. The warning comes ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, a circuit notorious for unpredictable weather.
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Failed Panenka at AFCON: Altercation between Brahim Diaz and Hakimi confirmed
According to L'Équipe, Brahim Diaz and Achraf Hakimi had a heated altercation during Morocco's March gathering following the Real Madrid forward's missed panenka in the 2025 AFCON final. Their relationship remains strained despite Diaz's apologies.
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Burn relishes Haaland duel as England target improvement for Norway quarter-final
Dan Burn has warned England must deliver a significantly better performance than their 3-2 win over Mexico if they are to beat Norway and reach the World Cup semi-finals, while welcoming the prospect of a physical battle with Erling Haaland.
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Manchester United reveal exact site for 100,000-seat stadium in Trafford Wharfside masterplan
Manchester United have confirmed their proposed 100,000-seat stadium will sit 350 metres north-west of the current Old Trafford ground, forming the centrepiece of a sweeping Trafford Wharfside regeneration plan that promises 48,000 jobs and 15,000 new homes.
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Haaland calls out Rooney over River Mersey rowing bet after Norway reach World Cup quarter-finals
Wayne Rooney promised to row down the River Mersey if Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals — and Erling Haaland is holding him to it, publicly demanding the BBC pundit make good on his word ahead of Saturday's clash with England in Miami.
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Arsenal's £75m bid could unlock Bruno Guimaraes deal as Newcastle express astonishment at Berta silence
Arsenal are weighing a £75m offer for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, who has reportedly told the club he wants to move to the Emirates. Newcastle are said to be astonished that sporting director Andrea Berta has yet to make formal contact.
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Maresca brings seven trusted coaches to Man City as backroom staff confirmed
Manchester City have confirmed the coaching staff joining new head coach Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium, with seven additions including former City goalkeeper Willy Caballero and long-time Maresca lieutenant Roberto Vitiello.
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Chelsea's £75m asking price for Malo Gusto stalls Maresca's Man City rebuild
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca is targeting his former Chelsea right back Malo Gusto, but the Blues have set a £75m asking price that City consider prohibitively expensive, leaving the move in serious doubt.
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Three-quarters of Manchester United fans back move from Old Trafford to new 100,000-seat stadium
A poll of 4,463 Manchester United supporters found 75 per cent in favour of leaving Old Trafford, as the club confirmed its new 100,000-seat stadium will be built 350 metres from the current ground on land purchased from Indurent.
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