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English Championship ditches four-try bonus rule to align with Top 14 system
The Elior Championship has overhauled its try bonus point system ahead of the 2025-26 season, moving away from the Gallagher Premiership's four-try threshold and adopting a differential model already used in France's Top 14.
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Fifpro backs independent review of Infantino's abandoned World Cup sell-off plan
Global players' union Fifpro has endorsed calls for an independent review of Fifa's governance after Gianni Infantino scrapped a controversial plan to sell a 20 per cent stake in a business managing World Cup commercial operations.
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Yamal double and Adeyemi stoppage-time strike seal Barcelona's perfect five from five in La Liga
Barcelona survived a nervy second-half fightback to beat Levante 4-2 at the Ciutat de València on Sunday, with Lamine Yamal scoring twice and Karim Adeyemi settling matters in stoppage time to keep Hansi Flick's side three points clear at the top of La Liga.
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Patrick Vieira unveils first Senegal squad, eyes Marseille clash
Newly appointed Senegal manager Patrick Vieira will hold his first press conference on Friday in Dakar before two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and a friendly against Comoros at the Vélodrome on October 4.
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De Zerbi confirms Richarlison will not feature in Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool amid Spurs dispute
Roberto De Zerbi has left Richarlison out of Tottenham's squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup trip to Anfield, with the Brazilian still locked in a standoff with the club after rejecting a move to Vasco da Gama and being omitted from Spurs' Premier League list.
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Hokit demands Gane title shot after Aspinall vacates UFC heavyweight crown
Josh Hokit has called for a UFC heavyweight title fight against new undisputed champion Ciryl Gane, hours after Tom Aspinall vacated the belt due to a setback in his recovery from eye injuries sustained at UFC 321.
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Carabao Cup loophole hands exiled Richarlison his only route back into Spurs' attack
Richarlison has been frozen out of Tottenham's 25-man Premier League squad since the summer window closed, but Carabao Cup rules require no such registration — leaving Roberto De Zerbi free to call on his top scorer from last season against Liverpool.
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Van Persie becomes e-bike ambassador months after surprise Feyenoord exit
Robin van Persie has taken on a global ambassador role for e-bike brand ENGWE, his first public appointment since Feyenoord surprisingly ended his 16-month tenure as head coach despite him securing Champions League qualification.
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Montoya tips Williams for 'huge step' in Baku as B-spec upgrade arrives
Juan Pablo Montoya expects Williams to make a significant leap at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where the team will debut a B-spec upgrade package that team principal James Vowles has described as effectively a new chassis.
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France name 33 protected players under new nine-Test cap ahead of 2027 World Cup
The FFR and LNR have unveiled a 33-man list of French internationals who will be shielded from overuse under a new workload-management programme, capping their Test appearances at nine per season as France builds toward the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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Brunner faces suspension threat after controversial celebration at Strasbourg
Paris Brunner scored the decisive goal in Monaco's 0-1 victory at Strasbourg on Saturday, but his celebration—mimicking a throat-cutting gesture toward the Alsatian crowd—has triggered disciplinary proceedings. The LFP's disciplinary commission could impose a one to four-match suspension depending on the classification of his conduct.
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Hakimi injured in thigh, PSG awaits medical update before Classique decision
Achraf Hakimi suffered a mild right thigh injury and was substituted in the 39th minute during PSG's 1-0 victory at Brest on Sunday. The Paris club announced two days of treatment followed by a fresh medical assessment, leaving his status for the Classique against Marseille uncertain.
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Arsenal to demand answers from Pro Ref after disputed Sunderland penalty amid VAR controversy
Arsenal will seek an official explanation from Pro Ref after referee John Brooks penalised Ezri Konsa for a foul on Dan Ballard — a call Mikel Arteta branded 'unacceptable'. The row follows Pro Ref's admission that VAR made an error in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.
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Haaland apologises to Premier League after crashing their broadcast with Old Trafford selfie
Erling Haaland posted a solo selfie on the Old Trafford pitch after City's derby win, unaware he had wandered into the background of a live Premier League TV segment — prompting a playful apology in the comments.
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Camara says he has 'turned the page' after Monaco pulled £47m Chelsea move at the last minute
Lamine Camara has spoken publicly for the first time since Monaco abruptly cancelled his £47m deadline-day transfer to Chelsea, saying he is focused on the season after the Ligue 1 club reneged on a written agreement.
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Iraola warns Liverpool fans to expect more inconsistency as squad adapts to new style
Andoni Iraola has acknowledged Liverpool's performances will continue to fluctuate after a goalless draw with Fulham at Anfield, admitting he is still learning which players can handle the physical demands of a congested schedule.
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Police and football authorities investigate brawl involving adults and children at Welsh Under-15s match
A youth fixture between Hakin United and Pennar Robins in Pembrokeshire descended into a sideline brawl on 12 April, with adults and young players involved. Dyfed-Powys Police and the West Wales Football Authority have both launched formal investigations.
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Ait-Nouri dropped from Man City squad for derby on tactical grounds, not injury
Rayan Ait-Nouri was left out of Manchester City's 20-man squad for Sunday's Premier League win at Old Trafford for tactical reasons, with manager Enzo Maresca preferring other options for the Manchester derby.
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Russell's 2026 title bid branded a write-off as analyst urges focus on 2027
F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe has declared George Russell's championship challenge effectively over after the Spanish Grand Prix, where an Antonelli victory stretched the gap between the Mercedes team-mates to 81 points.
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Exeter's Ridl faces season-ending ACL injury after 17-try breakout campaign
Exeter Chiefs winger Campbell Ridl is expected to miss most or all of the 2026-27 season after scans confirmed an ACL injury, director of rugby Rob Baxter revealed. The 21-year-old scored 17 tries in 21 appearances during a standout debut campaign.
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