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Silva predicts two-round finish as he headlines Noche UFC 4 against late-replacement Delgado
Jean Silva expects a short night when he faces Jose Delgado in the Noche UFC 4 main event on 12 September at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Delgado stepped in as a heavy underdog after Yair Rodriguez withdrew through injury.
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France's lead over Portugal in UEFA coefficient shrinks dangerously
PSG and Lens secured victories on the opening day of the Champions League, allowing France to slightly extend its gap over Portugal. But with only 3.774 points separating them, France's fifth place in the UEFA rankings remains under pressure.
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Lawrence eyes 2027 World Cup edge as USA face Japan in Pacific Nations Cup semi-final
USA head coach Scott Lawrence has named a 23-man squad for Saturday's Pacific Nations Cup semi-final against Japan in Osaka, a fixture that doubles as an early look at a guaranteed 2027 Rugby World Cup group-stage opponent less than 400 days away.
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Moreno admits he became his own worst enemy after two straight UFC defeats
Former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno has opened up about a significant mindset overhaul ahead of his co-main event bout against Joseph Morales at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona, as he looks to end a two-fight losing streak.
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Donnarumma and pregnant girlfriend bound and knifed in £430,000 Paris robbery, court hears
Gianluigi Donnarumma and his then-pregnant girlfriend Alessia Elefante were punched, bound and threatened with a knife when armed intruders broke into their Paris flat in 2023, stealing £430,000 in luxury goods. The case has only now come to trial in France.
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Bruno Fernandes limps out of Old Trafford after United's Champions League rout, raising derby doubts
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was filmed leaving Old Trafford appearing to limp after United's 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah FK, casting doubt over his availability for the upcoming Manchester derby.
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Jake and Logan Paul to coach rival teams in new combat sports reality series for Hulu
The Paul brothers are producing an untitled combat sports reality series set to begin production in 2027. Fighters across MMA, boxing and martial arts will compete in two coached teams, with eliminations decided by fights rather than votes.
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Rahiki vows first-round knockout of unbeaten McMillen at Noche UFC 4
Unbeaten featherweight Marwan Rahiki (9-0) has predicted a first-round stoppage of fellow undefeated prospect Tommy McMillen (11-0) at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona, claiming his speed, power and size will be decisive.
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Fernandes limps out of Old Trafford after 4-0 win, raising doubts for Manchester derby
Bruno Fernandes was filmed appearing to limp as he left Old Trafford following Manchester United's 4-0 Champions League victory over Sabah FK, raising fitness concerns ahead of Sunday's derby against Manchester City.
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Zidane considering call-up for Ismaëlo Ganiou, never selected for France A
A week before his first official squad announcement, Zinédine Zidane is reportedly considering including RC Lens centre-back Ismaëlo Ganiou, a Ligue 1 and Champions League revelation who has never worn a France shirt.
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Ballon d'Or 2026: Olise backs Kane over Mbappé and Dembélé
In a campaign video released by Bayern Munich, Michael Olise has thrown his support behind Harry Kane for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, choosing the English striker over his French teammates Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé.
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Koné's knee injury disrupts Zidane's first France squad plans
A week before naming his first France squad as head coach, Zinédine Zidane faces a setback as Manu Koné suffers a knee injury during Roma's 1-1 Champions League draw with Fenerbahçe on Thursday.
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Dana White confirms Topuria is ready to return after first career defeat
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that Ilia Topuria is ready to fight again following his corner-stoppage loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250. White named a Gaethje rematch or a bout with Paddy Pimblett as the two most likely options.
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Premier League grants United's festive fixture request as academy system aligns with Carrick's style
Manchester United successfully lobbied the Premier League to release the festive fixture schedule earlier than usual, while the club's U21 side has adopted Michael Carrick's 4-2-3-1 system to ease the transition for academy prospects such as JJ Gabriel.
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Saint-Etienne beats Manchester United to sign Senegalese winger Etienne Mendy
Courted by Manchester United after a successful trial, 18-year-old Senegalese winger Etienne Mendy has chosen AS Saint-Etienne. The player, from Diambars academy, is already in the Forez awaiting official confirmation.
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Olise's decisive brace and puzzling silence: Bayern star dazzles but clams up in mixed zone
Michael Olise scored a brace in Bayern Munich's 5-0 victory over Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League on Thursday, delivering a commanding second-half display before offering reporters little more than monosyllabic responses.
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Undefeated dual champion Shaidullaev signs two-year MVP deal ahead of Rizin farewell
Rajabali Shaidullaev, the 20-0 PFL and Rizin featherweight champion, has agreed a two-year deal with Most Valuable Promotions beginning in 2027, per Ariel Helwani. The 25-year-old will first defend his Rizin title against Kyoma Akimoto on New Year's Eve.
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Barcola misses sitters on Liverpool debut start but Iraola backs £123m signing
Bradley Barcola squandered two clear chances in Liverpool's 2-1 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, drawing criticism from Tim Sherwood — though manager Andoni Iraola defended the £123m signing after his first start for the club.
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Dorgu's defensive struggles leave Carrick without a left-back answer despite United's 4-0 rout of Sabah
Patrick Dorgu started at left-back for the first time since joining Manchester United, assisting Matheus Cunha's opener in a 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah — but his defensive frailties raised fresh doubts about cover for the injured Luke Shaw.
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Fenerbahce manager Kartal resigns hours after Greenwood assists Champions League draw with Roma
Ismail Kartal stepped down as Fenerbahce head coach following a 1-1 Champions League draw with Roma, leaving Mason Greenwood — who provided the equalising assist — with a new manager less than two months after his £33m move from Marseille.
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