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Dorgu exits Denmark camp after 30 minutes with thigh injury in Nations League blow for Man Utd

Patrick Dorgu was withdrawn just 30 minutes into Denmark's Nations League clash with Wales on Sunday and will return to Manchester United for further assessment of a suspected thigh injury.

Football Sep 28

Bernardo Silva dismisses Odegaard fury with 'It's football' after ankle injury scare

Martin Odegaard hobbled out of Oslo after a late challenge from Bernardo Silva left the Arsenal captain with an ankle knock during Norway's defeat to Portugal. Silva's blunt response — 'It's football, my friend' — drew sharp criticism from Norwegian broadcasters.

Football Sep 28

Dorgu limps off for Denmark with thigh concern, leaving Manchester United sweating

Patrick Dorgu was substituted after 30 minutes of Denmark's Nations League match against Wales on Sunday, clutching his left thigh. The 21-year-old is now expected to leave the Denmark squad and return to Manchester United for assessment.

Football Sep 28

Gakpo faces ankle scan after early exit but Netherlands boss expects no serious damage

Cody Gakpo was substituted after just 17 minutes of the Netherlands' 2-1 Nations League win over Serbia on Sunday following a heavy challenge from Sasa Lukic. Netherlands head coach Xavi says a scan is scheduled for Monday but is cautiously optimistic the Liverpool forward has avoided a long-term injury.

Football Sep 28

Klopp defends £125m Wirtz signing as Isak returns injured from international duty

Jurgen Klopp has backed Florian Wirtz to come good at Liverpool, citing the 'unfortunate' timing of his arrival following Diogo Jota's death. Meanwhile, Alexander Isak has returned to Anfield with a toe injury sustained on Sweden duty.

Football Sep 28

Barcelos stable and responsive after stretcher exit at UFC Vegas 121

The UFC has confirmed Raoni Barcelos is stable, alert and responsive with full movement after he was stretchered out of the Octagon following a dramatic stoppage loss to Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121. The 39-year-old was transported to a Level 1 trauma center for a CT scan and comprehensive assessment.

MMA Sep 28

Mbappé suffers left knee hyperextension, out 10-12 days

Substituted due to injury during the match against Turkey, Kylian Mbappé was examined by Real Madrid's medical staff. Diagnosis: hyperextension of the posterior capsule of the left knee, with an estimated absence of between 10 and 12 days.

Football Sep 28

Kiss leaves Ikitau injury status unclear after Wallabies survive Springboks fightback

Australia coach Les Kiss has offered little clarity on centre Len Ikitau's ankle injury after the Wallabies held on to beat South Africa 42-38, with four yellow cards nearly costing them a 25-point lead late on.

Rugby Sep 28

Undefeated Zaynukov rules out UFC Qatar bout, sidelined by hand surgery until 2027

Magomed Zaynukov has dismissed rumors linking him to a fight against Manoel Sousa at UFC Qatar in November, confirming on Instagram that he never signed a contract and will not compete again until 2027 as he recovers from hand surgery.

MMA Sep 28

Moicano hails Barcelos as warrior after stretcher exit in UFC Vegas 121 main event

Renato Moicano praised compatriot Raoni Barcelos for his courage after the veteran bantamweight collapsed during a clinch in the final round against Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121, leaving the arena on a stretcher before regaining consciousness in hospital.

MMA Sep 28

Keane tells England fans to forget Palmer after 'bad habits' withdrawal criticism

Roy Keane has warned England supporters not to expect Cole Palmer to elevate the national team, accusing the Chelsea forward of having 'bad habits' after Palmer pulled out of Thomas Tuchel's latest squad with a minor injury.

Football Sep 27

Segun's late try seals Saracens comeback win at Leicester despite red card

Saracens edged a breathless Gallagher Premiership opener at Mattioli Woods Welford Road 29-26, with Rotimi Segun's 73rd-minute try proving decisive after the visitors survived a Nick Isiekwe red card and two separate Leicester leads.

Rugby Sep 27

Gakpo limps off after 17 minutes as Liverpool face double injury scare on international duty

Cody Gakpo was substituted in the 17th minute of the Netherlands' Nations League match against Serbia on Sunday, hours after Liverpool learned Alexander Isak had suffered a thigh injury with Sweden.

Football Sep 27

Manchester United hit by second Nations League injury as Dorgu limps off against Wales

Patrick Dorgu was forced off after just 30 minutes of Denmark's Nations League match against Wales on Sunday, compounding Manchester United's injury concerns following Bruno Fernandes's recent problem against the same opposition.

Football Sep 27

Dorgu limps off inside 30 minutes for Denmark with suspected hamstring injury

Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu was forced off early in Denmark's Nations League clash with Wales after appearing to suffer a hamstring injury, casting doubt over his availability for United.

Football Sep 27

Camavinga opens up about pain of Deschamps snub ahead of 2026 World Cup

Ahead of Belgium-France, Eduardo Camavinga admitted he was deeply affected by his exclusion from Didier Deschamps' 2026 World Cup squad, while praising the confidence Zinédine Zidane now shows in him.

Football Sep 27

South Africa lose record points scorer Janse van Rensburg to ankle injury ahead of Spain clash

Springbok Women playmaker Libbie Janse van Rensburg has flown home with an ankle injury sustained in Saturday's 41-29 win over Italy, ruling her out of next weekend's WXV Global Series crossover fixture against Spain in Seville. Wing Ayanda Malinga is also sidelined with a knee injury.

Rugby Sep 27

Militao clears surgeon's final check as Real Madrid return edges closer

Eder Militao has passed his final physical assessment with the surgeon who operated on his proximal hamstring tendon injury in April 2026, though the Real Madrid centre-back still needs to rebuild his conditioning before he can feature competitively.

Football Sep 27

Ireland list defender Dunne as goalkeeper after Bazunu boycotts Israel Nations League clash

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from the squad ahead of Sunday's UEFA Nations League match against Israel in protest at the conflict in Gaza, forcing the FAI to register outfield defender Jimmy Dunne as a third goalkeeper to comply with UEFA rules.

Football Sep 27

Isak ruled out of Sweden's remaining fixtures with thigh injury picked up against Romania

Alexander Isak has been sent back to Liverpool after a thigh problem sustained during Sweden's 2-1 Nations League win over Romania proved more serious than initially feared, ruling him out of the remaining three games in the international window.

Football Sep 27