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Alonso calls Carabao Cup 'least important competition' after Chelsea's Anfield penalty exit

Xabi Alonso made no attempt to hide his priorities after Chelsea were knocked out of the Carabao Cup at Liverpool on Wednesday, losing on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Wesley Fofana missing the decisive spot-kick.

Football Oct 29

Excluded from 2026 World Cup by Deschamps, Camavinga calls it « one of the biggest disappointments » of his career

Left out of Didier Deschamps' squad for the 2026 World Cup, Eduardo Camavinga has expressed his deep disappointment, attributing his absence to a season marked by injuries and lack of consistency at Real Madrid.

Football Oct 29

Depression for Four Years: Jérémy Mathieu Breaks Silence on Life After Football

Forced to retire by a torn anterior cruciate ligament in 2020, former FC Barcelona defender Jérémy Mathieu reveals he suffered from depression for four years, before rebuilding himself through a temporary job as a sales assistant.

Football Oct 29

New Zealand Rugby merges Super Rugby and NPC operations from 2028 to close $20m deficit

New Zealand Rugby has announced plans to consolidate its Super Rugby and NPC structures from 2028, cutting spending by five per cent as it confronts a structural deficit of approximately $20 million NZD per year.

Rugby Oct 29

Horner reveals £67m Red Bull payout means he doesn't need to return to F1

Christian Horner has confirmed his £67 million severance package from Red Bull Racing gives him the financial freedom to walk away from Formula 1 for good — though he says any return would only come with team ownership.

Formula 1 Oct 29

Duncan Ferguson reveals he had to resuscitate a burglar he nearly killed at his home

Former Everton and Newcastle striker Duncan Ferguson has described the night in January 2001 when he confronted two intruders at his Formby home, unloading on one so severely that he feared he had killed him and was forced to perform CPR.

Football Oct 29

Carrick handed stay of execution as United chiefs draw up replacement shortlist

Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United manager for Saturday's trip to Chelsea after club chiefs disagreed over a successor, but a preferred list of replacements has already been drawn up as pressure mounts on the 45-year-old.

Football Oct 29

At 14, Deschamps chose Nantes over Bordeaux and its suitcase of cash

In 1983, young Didier Deschamps left Bayonne to join FC Nantes' academy, turning down a spectacular offer from Bordeaux whose president Claude Bez personally travelled to the family home with a sum of cash to secure his signature.

Football Oct 29

McCourt seeks investors to shore up OM finances this winter

Hampered by financial difficulties, OM made no signings during the last summer transfer window. According to journalist Jean-François Pérès, Frank McCourt does not wish to sell the club but is opening its capital to new partners, with CMA CGM cited among the candidates.

Football Oct 29

Wales chase historic third straight title as Deaf Rugby World Sevens heads to Tokyo

Nineteen teams from 11 nations will contest the 2026 World Deaf Rugby Sevens Championship in Tokyo from 31 October, with Wales defending both the men's and women's titles they have held since the tournament's sevens era began in 2018.

Rugby Oct 29

Henri Michel, 638 matches and three titles: Nantes honours its departed legend

FC Nantes pays tribute to Henri Michel, the club's second most-capped player with 638 appearances, three-time French champion and France manager until the 1986 World Cup.

Football Oct 29

Scholes says Fernandes is 'finished' at United and should move to Saudi Arabia

Paul Scholes has declared Bruno Fernandes' Manchester United career over, calling his public criticism of manager Michael Carrick 'unforgivable' and urging the captain to leave European football for the Saudi Pro League.

Football Oct 29

Horner brands Webber's 2013 Red Bull exit 'disrespectful' while hailing Ricciardo as a revelation

Christian Horner has revisited the bitter end of Mark Webber's Red Bull tenure, calling the Australian's decision to announce his 2013 retirement directly to the media — without telling Horner first — 'disrespectful to the team'. He also recalled how Daniel Ricciardo quickly silenced internal doubts by winning three races in his debut season.

Formula 1 Oct 29

Mainoo returns to training but Sesko ruled out until 2027 in mixed United injury news before Chelsea

Kobbie Mainoo is back in training ahead of Manchester United's Premier League trip to Stamford Bridge, but Benjamin Sesko's persistent shin complaint will keep him sidelined until 2027, with Luke Shaw, Marcus Rashford, Patrick Dorgu and Manuel Ugarte also unavailable.

Football Oct 29

Mac Allister set to leave Liverpool against his wishes as Kuyt prepares for Anfield return

Alexis Mac Allister is reportedly on his way out of Liverpool at the end of the season despite wanting to stay, while Dirk Kuyt is set for a sentimental Champions League reunion with his former club after being named Fenerbahce's interim manager.

Football Oct 29

Deschamps linked with Fenerbahçe job after Kartal's resignation

Free since stepping down as France manager, Didier Deschamps is among the candidates mentioned by Turkish media to succeed Ismail Kartal, who resigned from Fenerbahçe following a defeat to Galatasaray.

Football Oct 29

Ali Zarrak accuses Papin of spitting on memorial and lying about daughter's illness

Ali Zarrak, former reserve team manager at Olympique de Marseille, has responded point-by-point to moral harassment accusations made by Jean-Pierre Papin, painting a damning portrait of the ex-striker: lies, lack of professionalism and a disrespectful gesture toward Daniel Leclercq's memory.

Football Oct 29

Ballon d'Or 2026: Swiss juror propels Cubarsi onto podium, ahead of Upamecano

As Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or ahead of Mbappé and Yamal, some ballots from the 100 jurors raise questions. The Swiss representative notably ranked Pau Cubarsi third, well ahead of Upamecano, despite the latter having a season judged superior.

Football Oct 29

Scholes declares Fernandes 'finished' at United as Carrick plots recall for Chelsea clash

Paul Scholes has called Bruno Fernandes' Manchester United career over and urged him to move to Saudi Arabia, while manager Michael Carrick is reportedly set to restore the captain to his starting XI against Chelsea after an internal truce.

Football Oct 29

Volkov wins three straight yet UFC still offers no answer on heavyweight title shot

Alexander Volkov crashed the UFC 333 pre-fight news conference in Abu Dhabi to demand a title shot from Dana White — and left without one. The heavyweight contender, who lost a disputed split decision to champion Ciryl Gane in 2024, has since won three consecutive fights.

MMA Oct 29