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Kane reveals Rice has been 'struggling for a while' after Arsenal star withdraws from England squad

Harry Kane has confirmed he spoke personally with Declan Rice following the Arsenal midfielder's withdrawal from England's Nations League squad, revealing Rice has been managing a hamstring issue and a long-standing lower back problem.

Football Sep 25

Klopp fears Havertz hamstring blow as Arsenal face nine games in 27 days

Kai Havertz was substituted in the 30th minute of Germany's 1-1 Nations League draw with the Netherlands after a high challenge from Quinten Timber left him with a suspected hamstring injury. Germany boss Jurgen Klopp confirmed the Arsenal forward will undergo a scan.

Football Sep 25

Suaalii handed first wing start as Wallabies face world-champion Springboks in Perth

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will start on the wing for Australia against South Africa in Perth this weekend — a position he has never occupied at Test or Super Rugby Pacific level since switching from the NRL two years ago.

Rugby Sep 25

Ronaldo's goal ruled out by VAR as Portugal edge Wales in Nations League opener

Joao Felix's first-half strike proved the difference as Portugal defeated Wales 1-0 in Lisbon, with Cristiano Ronaldo seeing a second-half effort disallowed for offside. Elsewhere, Greece stunned Serbia with a 95th-minute winner and Cody Gakpo rescued a draw for the Netherlands against Germany.

Football Sep 25

Perez reveals Dumont confronted her in UFC PI bathroom ahead of Vegas 121 co-main

Ailin Perez has described a tense encounter with Norma Dumont at the UFC Performance Institute, where Dumont allegedly arrived at the bathroom with her team looking for Perez. The two meet in a women's bantamweight co-main event at UFC Vegas 121 on September 16.

MMA Sep 25

Rooney questions Sesko's mentality as Gabriel set to leave United for European giants

Wayne Rooney has cast doubt on Benjamin Sesko's resolve after the striker withdrew from international duty with a shin complaint, while teenage prospect JJ Gabriel is reportedly set to leave Manchester United for one of Europe's top clubs by next summer.

Football Sep 25

Medical issue forces Mickey Gall out of UFC Vegas 121 return after two-year absence

Mickey Gall has been pulled from his scheduled UFC Vegas 121 bout against Sedriques Dumas due to an undisclosed medical issue flagged in pre-fight testing. Luis Hernandez steps in on short notice to replace the 34-year-old, who last fought in 2024 and has not won since 2021.

MMA Sep 25

Hernandez steps in on two days' notice to face Dumas at UFC Vegas 121 after Gall withdraws

Mickey Gall has pulled out of UFC Vegas 121 due to medical issues flagged during fight-week checks, with unbeaten Contender Series signee Luis Hernandez stepping in on just two days' notice to face Sedriques Dumas this Saturday.

MMA Sep 24

Gordon warns Premier League intensity is breaking England players down ahead of internationals

Anthony Gordon believes the relentless physical demands of the Premier League leave England's domestic players more vulnerable to injury than those playing abroad, as five players have already dropped out of Thomas Tuchel's latest squad.

Football Sep 24

Havertz limps off with hamstring concern in Klopp's Germany debut against Netherlands

Kai Havertz was forced off after just 30 minutes of Germany's clash with the Netherlands on Wednesday, raising fears of a hamstring injury that could sideline the Arsenal forward during the international break.

Football Sep 24

Brendan Allen steps in at RAF 14 as Michael Page withdraws 13 days after UFC bout

Michael Page has been pulled from RAF 14, where he was due to face Alexander Shlemenko in his post-UFC debut. Brendan Allen replaces him, making his promotional debut just 13 days after a main event fight with Christian Leroy Duncan.

MMA Sep 24

Dorgu makes position preference clear as Carrick juggles options at Man Utd

Patrick Dorgu has stated he prefers playing left-back over a more advanced role at Manchester United, despite deputising on the wing under Michael Carrick. The 21-year-old Dane has made six appearances this season, contributing two assists.

Football Sep 24

France forced into three changes for Canada WXV clash after red-card suspensions

Coach François Ratier has reshuffled his France XV for Sunday's WXV Global Series match against Canada in La Rochelle, with bans for Ambre Mwayembe and Cloé Correa following their red cards against Australia forcing the changes.

Rugby Sep 24

Odegaard admits injury-plagued season dulled joy of Arsenal's first title in 20 years

Martin Odegaard has opened up about how persistent knee and muscle injuries limited him to just 17 Premier League starts last season, taking the shine off Arsenal's first top-flight title in over two decades.

Football Sep 24

John Stones makes promising Inter Milan start before injury disrupts his debut season

John Stones has made an encouraging beginning to life at Inter Milan after signing a two-year deal this summer, earning praise for a strong Champions League cameo against Real Madrid — only to be sidelined by injury shortly after earning his first league start.

Football Sep 24

Mbeumo takes Baleba under his wing as £70m signing edges closer to United debut

Carlos Baleba has kept his private chef, sister and long-time manager close since his £70m move from Brighton, while fellow Cameroonian Bryan Mbeumo has helped the injured midfielder settle into life in Manchester.

Football Sep 24

McTominay returns to Napoli training two weeks after heart surgery

Scott McTominay has resumed gym work at Napoli's training centre just two weeks after undergoing a successful procedure for mild benign arrhythmia, with the Scottish midfielder targeting a return for the club's next Serie A fixture.

Football Sep 24

Bristol Bears lose Staddon to ACL injury before competitive debut, Ravouvou also sidelined

New Bristol Bears signing Ethan Staddon will miss most of the season after suffering an ACL and possible MCL injury, head coach Pat Lam has confirmed. Fijian back Kalaveti Ravouvou is also out for around 12 weeks following a knee injury on international duty.

Rugby Sep 24

Springbok Women make sweeping changes to face Italy after Wales defeat in WXV opener

South Africa have overhauled their matchday squad for Saturday's WXV Global Series 2026 clash with Italy in Pordenone, following a chastening loss to Wales in Cardiff last week. Captain Babalwa Latsha drops to the bench as co-head coach Franzel September tests new combinations.

Rugby Sep 24

Baxter backs Feyi-Waboso to become England force at 2027 Rugby World Cup if he stays fit

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has tipped Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to be a standout performer at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, provided the winger can string together a consistent, injury-free season.

Rugby Sep 24