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Elliott's Valencia nightmare deepens as manager faces sack after five winless games

Harvey Elliott is just two games into his season-long loan at Valencia, yet the Spanish club sit bottom of La Liga without a win and manager Carlos Corberan is under serious pressure to keep his job. Meanwhile, Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara has hinted at a future Liverpool move after his £47m Chelsea transfer collapsed on deadline day.

Football Sep 13

Shaw a doubt as United and City count injury costs ahead of Old Trafford derby

Manchester United and Manchester City both carry injury concerns into Sunday's Premier League derby at Old Trafford. Luke Shaw is uncertain for United after being rested midweek, while City will be without Jeremy Doku following his calf injury.

Football Sep 13

Guimaraes hamstring blow raises doubts as Odegaard opens up on injury-hit title season

Bruno Guimaraes has been sidelined by a hamstring injury since his £75m move from Newcastle, prompting former midfielder Nicky Butt to question whether he can replicate his impact at Arsenal. Captain Martin Odegaard, meanwhile, has spoken candidly about the physical struggles that limited him during last season's Premier League title win.

Football Sep 13

Vanhouter shakes off shoulder scare to flatten Akpejiori with brutal first-round knockout

Da'Mazion Vanhouter survived a mid-fight injury scare to stop Raphael Akpejiori with a single right hand in the first round of their heavyweight bout at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, keeping his unbeaten record intact at 13-0.

MMA Sep 13

Mo Hunt eyes inaugural Women's Lions tour after returning from knee injury at 37

England scrum-half Natasha 'Mo' Hunt is set to return from knee ligament damage in England's WXV Global Series opener against Australia, with the 89-cap veteran already targeting a place on the inaugural British & Irish Lions Women's tour to New Zealand in 2027.

Rugby Sep 12

Derby vs Birmingham halted as Henrik Meister stretchered off in Championship clash

Derby County's Championship match against Birmingham City was suspended for around seven minutes after forward Henrik Meister collapsed with no players near him, requiring careful treatment to stabilise his neck before being carried off on a stretcher.

Football Sep 12

Saliba and four others doubts as Arsenal head to Sunderland to extend perfect start

Mikel Arteta confirmed William Saliba remains sidelined with a back injury ahead of Arsenal's trip to Sunderland, with Jurrien Timber and Cristhian Mosquera also racing to be fit. The Gunners arrive at the Stadium of Light with three Premier League wins from three.

Football Sep 12

Seven players sidelined as United and City head into derby with mounting injury concerns

Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday with seven players unavailable between the two sides. Luke Shaw is a doubt for United, while City are set to welcome back Nico O'Reilly, leaving Jeremy Doku as their only absentee.

Football Sep 12

Baleba debut pushed to October as United rule out free-agent left-back signing

Carlos Baleba is unlikely to feature before the international break after joining Manchester United still recovering from an ankle ligament injury, while the club have confirmed they are not pursuing free-agent left-back options despite Luke Shaw's absence.

Football Sep 12

Iraola confirms Ekitike still far from return as Shearer urges Barcola to sharpen his finishing

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has revealed Hugo Ekitike remains a long-term absentee, though the French striker could feature in the final two Champions League group games in January. Meanwhile, Alan Shearer has called on Bradley Barcola to improve his conversion rate after two missed one-on-ones against Atlético Madrid.

Football Sep 12

Endrick returns to Real Madrid squad for Rayo Vallecano clash

Brazilian striker Endrick, sidelined since pre-season with tendinitis, has been called up by José Mourinho for Real Madrid's home match against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga matchday 5.

Football Sep 12

Makhachev targets pre-Ramadan return to defend UFC title in early 2027

Islam Makhachev, who extended his record UFC winning streak to 17 with a decision over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 in August, says he wants his next title defence before Ramadan begins in February 2027, though minor spinal injuries must heal first.

MMA Sep 11

Eight players set to miss Liverpool vs Fulham as Gakpo faces late fitness test

Cody Gakpo is doubtful for Liverpool's Premier League clash with Fulham at Anfield, joining Joe Gomez and Federico Chiesa among a lengthy list of absentees as Alvaro Arbeloa's winless side make the trip to Merseyside.

Football Sep 11

Michail Antonio signs for Watford to end 18-month absence after near-fatal car crash

Michail Antonio has joined Watford on a one-year deal, returning to English football for the first time since leaving West Ham. The 36-year-old Jamaican forward spent time in Qatar after a devastating car crash in December 2024 left him close to death.

Football Sep 11

Maresca confirms O'Reilly fit for Manchester derby as Doku remains sidelined

Nico O'Reilly is '100% available' for Manchester City's trip to Old Trafford after missing the Champions League win over Porto, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed. Jeremy Doku, however, will not feature after his calf injury in the Community Shield.

Football Sep 11

Malcolm vows to rebuild Scotland's defensive identity after soul-crushing Six Nations collapse

Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm has admitted her side lost their identity during the 2026 Women's Six Nations, conceding 267 points in five games. The 35-year-old back-row is now targeting a return to form as Scotland open their WXV Global Series campaign against Canada.

Rugby Sep 11

Tchouaméni-Valverde: Mourinho certifies feud is in the past

Back from injury with Real Madrid, Aurélien Tchouaméni reunited with Federico Valverde on the pitch Wednesday against Inter. José Mourinho assures that their altercation from last season is definitively resolved.

Football Sep 11

Wales lose Donna Rose and two others to injury ahead of WXV Global Series opener

Wales have been dealt a triple injury blow before their WXV Global Series campaign, with 42-cap prop Donna Rose ruled out alongside Kelsie Webster and Hanna Tudor. Scrum-half Sian Jones, Savannah Picton-Powell and Nia Fajeyisan have been called up as replacements.

Rugby Sep 11

Barcola suffered from cramps, Iraola deems him available for Fulham

Withdrawn after 60 minutes during Liverpool's victory against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League, Bradley Barcola is not injured. His manager Andoni Iraola confirmed on Friday that it was merely cramps, a consequence of a shortened preparation period at PSG.

Football Sep 11

Gakpo faces race against time to face Fulham as adductor injury lingers

Cody Gakpo is a doubt for Liverpool's Premier League clash with Fulham on Saturday after sitting out the midweek Champions League win over Atlético Madrid with a bilateral adductor problem. Manager Andoni Iraola says the Dutchman will be assessed before a decision is made.

Football Sep 11