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Yamal included in Spain's World Cup squad despite hamstring injury uncertainty
Lamine Yamal has been named in Spain's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup despite suffering a hamstring injury on April 22 that has kept him sidelined since. Barcelona expect the 18-year-old to be available for the tournament, but his level of involvement remains unclear.
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Strickland claims UFC banned him from White House card over Trump and Israel comments
Sean Strickland says he has been barred from attending the UFC's White House event on June 14, alleging the ban stems from his public criticism of President Donald Trump and Trump's relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Dvalishvili meets Cejudo as Real American Freestyle heads to Tbilisi in July
Real American Freestyle will stage its first international event in Tbilisi, Georgia on July 11, headlined by former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili against two-division UFC champion and Olympic gold medalist Henry Cejudo.
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Slot's sacking leaves assistant Reijnen jobless after he quit Feyenoord for Liverpool role
Etienne Reijnen left his position at Feyenoord in May to join Arne Slot's backroom staff at Liverpool, only for Slot to be sacked on Saturday. With his old role at Feyenoord already filled, the 39-year-old coach is now without a club.
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Dias refuses to rule out Ronaldo, Messi and Modric playing beyond 2026 World Cup
Manchester City defender Rúben Dias has pushed back on the idea that the 2026 World Cup will be the final tournament for Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Luka Modric, saying simply 'let's see' when asked about their international futures.
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Man United target four more signings after Ederson deal agreed with Atalanta
Manchester United have reached an initial £35 million agreement with Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson and are pursuing four further signings this summer, including a striker and a left-back, as Michael Carrick looks to expand a squad returning to Champions League football.
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Spain and Argentina lead 2026 World Cup group stage odds as favourites emerge
With every team confirmed for the 2026 World Cup, sportsbooks have released group-winner odds. Spain (-310) and Argentina (-250) are among the most heavily favoured sides, while Brazil (-350) holds the shortest price of any group leader.
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Davies rejoins Canada squad for World Cup but hamstring return date stays unclear
Alphonso Davies has linked up with the Canadian national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup despite not yet being fit to play, after suffering a hamstring injury at Bayern Munich last month. The captain watched from the sideline as Canada beat Uzbekistan 2-0 in Edmonton on Monday.
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Kane says England World Cup win would make him Ballon d'Or favourite
Harry Kane believes he would be among the leading Ballon d'Or contenders if he guides England to World Cup glory in 2026, citing his 61-goal season and second European Golden Shoe as evidence of his claim.
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Every player named: Full 48-team squads for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
All 48 nations competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have confirmed their squads, with 1,248 players earning the call to represent their countries this summer. From Lionel Messi's Argentina to debutant nations, here are the complete rosters.
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Pereira targets 242 pounds for heavyweight debut against Gane at UFC White House
Alex Pereira has revealed he expects to weigh around 242 pounds when he faces Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title on June 14, after bulking up to 258 pounds earlier in camp. The Brazilian is chasing an unprecedented third UFC divisional title.
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Manchester United target five summer signings as Carrick prioritises midfield reinforcements
Manchester United are pursuing up to five new signings this summer, with Atalanta midfielder Ederson already agreed for an initial £35 million. Targets in midfield and at left-back are being explored, though manager Michael Carrick insists the club's academy pipeline must remain open.
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Topuria predicts first-round finish over Gaethje at UFC White House on June 14
Undefeated lightweight champion Ilia Topuria says he expects to stop interim titleholder Justin Gaethje inside the opening round at UFC White House on June 14, insisting he has the stamina to go far longer but won't need to.
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North American transit operators face defining test as 2026 World Cup approaches
With 104 matches across 16 cities in the US, Mexico and Canada, rail and bus operators are scrambling to meet unprecedented demand — and prove that North American public transit can handle soccer's biggest stage.
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UFC welterweight Daniel Rodriguez reveals eight months sharing a cell with a cartel leader in Tijuana
Daniel Rodriguez (20-5), who headlines UFC Belgrade against Uros Medic on August 1, has opened up about spending eight months in a Tijuana prison after being arrested for crossing the Mexican border with marijuana — including how he ended up as cellmate to a cartel boss.
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Walker targets Petersen at UFC Fight Night 282 in Abu Dhabi on July 25
Valter 'The Foot Hunter' Walker, who has tied Rousimar Palhares' UFC record for most heel hook submissions, faces Thomas 'The Train' Petersen in a heavyweight bout at UFC Fight Night 282 on July 25 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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Manchester United target Pierre Kalulu as Juventus contract talks complicate £35m move
Manchester United are monitoring Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu, valued at around £35 million, with Italian reports claiming the club could disrupt the Serie A side's efforts to extend his contract beyond 2029.
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Embolo stranded in Switzerland as Esta dispute delays World Cup travel to US
Breel Embolo visited the US Embassy in Bern on Wednesday to apply for an emergency visa after an Esta complication prevented the Switzerland striker from joining his teammates on their flight to California for their pre-World Cup training camp.
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Gaethje vows to press forward against Topuria at UFC White House, whatever the cost
Justin Gaethje says staying aggressive and refusing to retreat is the cornerstone of his game plan when he challenges Ilia Topuria for the UFC lightweight title on June 14, even if it means absorbing more punishment.
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Konate opens up on depression after losing Jota and his father within months
Ibrahima Konate has spoken candidly about battling depression following the deaths of Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota and his father Hamady, describing a year of profound grief that visibly affected his form and left him unsure whether to continue playing.
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