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Raphinha faces Friday fitness tests to determine Getafe availability after thigh scare

Raphinha left Brazil's squad early with thigh discomfort and returned to Barcelona for medical checks. The results of Friday's examinations at the Joan Gamper complex will decide whether the captain is fit to face Getafe.

Football Oct 1

Ronaldo leaves Portugal before Denmark match and risks six-month ban

Cristiano Ronaldo left the Portuguese national team camp without official justification on the eve of the Denmark match. The Portuguese Football Federation's disciplinary regulations provide for an automatic suspension of up to six months.

Football Oct 1

Dorgu hamstring scare leaves Manchester United dangerously short at left-back

Patrick Dorgu is returning to Manchester United for assessment after limping off during Denmark's game against Wales, with Noussair Mazraoui also a doubt following his early exit for Morocco — leaving Michael Carrick with a threadbare left-back options.

Football Oct 1

Mbappé and his mother at the centre of investigation into former security officer

The IGPN is investigating Mohamed Sanhadji, former security chief for the French national team, suspected of obtaining over €300,000 from several international players. Kylian Mbappé and his mother Fayza Lamari are central to the case, which has led to raids and charges.

Football Oct 1

Carrick plans friendly tune-up as Sesko receives Rooney apology amid United's slow start

Manchester United are set to face Lausanne-Sport in a behind-closed-doors friendly during the international break as Michael Carrick seeks solutions to a sluggish start. Meanwhile, Wayne Rooney has apologised to Benjamin Sesko after publicly questioning the striker's commitment to playing through injury.

Football Oct 1

Guimaraes hands Vinicius penalty to lift spirits as Arsenal chase £40m Brazilian

Bruno Guimaraes stepped aside to let Vinicius Junior score Brazil's late penalty in a 4-2 win over Australia, with the Arsenal midfielder citing his teammate's need for confidence. Meanwhile, Arsenal are reportedly pursuing a £40m Brazilian transfer.

Football Oct 1

Paisami banned six weeks for high shot, ruling him out of Bledisloe Cup series against All Blacks

Wallabies centre Hunter Paisami has been handed a six-match ban, reduced to four Tests, after a dangerous tackle in the 78th minute of Australia's match against South Africa. The suspension rules him out of the upcoming Bledisloe Cup series.

Rugby Sep 30

Anthony Romero steps in on three days' notice to face Marcus McGhee at UFC 332

The UFC 332 card in Salt Lake City has been reshuffled after Bernardo Sopaj withdrew through injury. Newcomer Anthony Romero (7-2, 1 NC) will now face Marcus McGhee (11-2) at featherweight, with the bout shifted up from its original bantamweight billing.

MMA Sep 30

Ronaldo quits Portugal camp before Denmark clash and vows to reveal 'truth' about Jesus rift

Cristiano Ronaldo has left Portugal's training camp ahead of their Nations League fixture in Copenhagen, citing a falling out with manager Jorge Jesus. The 41-year-old, who was omitted from Sunday's win over Norway despite being promised a substitute appearance, says he will explain his reasons publicly in due course.

Football Sep 30

Caelan Doris ruled out until January as knee infection delays Leinster captain's return

Caelan Doris faces an extended spell on the sidelines after a knee infection complicated his recovery from foot and knee surgery, pushing the Leinster and Ireland captain's return beyond November's Nations Championship fixtures.

Rugby Sep 30

Ekitike begins light jogging and targets competitive return in December

Six months after rupturing his right Achilles tendon, Hugo Ekitike has resumed light running and hopes to return to action in December, according to L'Équipe. The Liverpool striker recently consulted a specialist in the United States.

Football Sep 30

Gilmour reveals McTominay's confidence has 'grown massively' since leaving Manchester United for Napoli

Billy Gilmour has praised Scott McTominay's transformation at Napoli, saying the Scottish midfielder's confidence has soared since his 2024 departure from Manchester United. McTominay, who has scored 27 goals in 82 appearances, is recovering from heart surgery but is expected back after the international break.

Football Sep 30

Jean-Marc Furlan Suffering from Neurodegenerative Disease, Wife Breaks Silence

Absent from football since leaving Caen in November 2023, Jean-Marc Furlan is suffering from a neurodegenerative disease likely linked to concussions sustained during his playing career. His wife Cécile Traverse Furlan testifies to this in a book released on October 1st.

Football Sep 30

Dana White confirms Barcelos is 'up and walking' after UFC Vegas 121 collapse scare

UFC president Dana White has confirmed that Raoni Barcelos is recovering well after collapsing unconscious in the fifth round of his main event fight against Raul Rosas Jr at UFC Vegas 121 on Saturday, with the Brazilian subsequently released from hospital.

MMA Sep 30

Amad hints at imminent United return as Carrick weighs up fresh injury concerns

Manchester United forward Amad has signalled he is close to ending a seven-game absence with a cryptic Instagram post, though manager Michael Carrick faces new fitness doubts over Noussair Mazraoui and Patrick Dorgu during the international break.

Football Sep 30

Tom Curry signs two-year Sale extension but long-term future remains open

Sale Sharks have secured Tom Curry on a new two-year contract, keeping the England and Lions back-row at the club until at least 2029. Head coach Alex Sanderson says both parties hope Curry finishes his career at Sale, though his long-term future will depend on how his body holds up after career-threatening hip surgery.

Rugby Sep 30

Ankle injury forces Ethan Mbappé out for several weeks

Ethan Mbappé was forced off after just 12 minutes during France U21's gathering due to a right ankle injury. The Lille midfielder will miss approximately three weeks, including the start of Ligue 1.

Football Sep 30

Barcelos discharged from hospital three days after going unconscious at UFC Vegas 121

Raoni Barcelos left hospital on Tuesday night, three days after collapsing in the fifth round of his UFC Vegas 121 main event loss to Raul Rosas Jr. The cause of the incident remains unconfirmed, though his coach has ruled out stroke and heart attack.

MMA Sep 30

Mazraoui forced off for Morocco to hand United a third injury blow of the international break

Noussair Mazraoui limped off in the 69th minute of Morocco's 2-0 AFCON qualifying win over Lesotho on Tuesday, becoming the third Manchester United player to pick up an injury on international duty this month after Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu.

Football Sep 30

Mazraoui injury adds to Manchester United's six-player fitness crisis before Spurs clash

Noussair Mazraoui was forced off during Morocco's win over Lesotho on Tuesday, becoming the sixth Manchester United player to pick up an injury concern during the international break ahead of a Premier League home fixture against Tottenham Hotspur.

Football Sep 30