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Manager / player media briefings.
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Kiss confirms Suaalii stays on wing and Henry starts against All Blacks in Bledisloe opener
Wallabies coach Les Kiss has named Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing for a second consecutive Test and handed Isaac Henry a starting berth against New Zealand, with Hunter Paisami's suspension forcing a midfield reshuffle.
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Verstappen says Red Bull is calmer and less stressful since Horner's departure
Max Verstappen has welcomed the atmosphere at Red Bull under new team principal Laurent Mekies, telling the Press Association he does not miss the tension that defined the Christian Horner era.
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Jorge Jesus responds to Cristiano Ronaldo with a single sentence that strikes home in Portugal
After Cristiano Ronaldo's public apology for his dramatic departure from the Portuguese national team gathering, coach Jorge Jesus replied in measured but loaded words, reigniting the controversy.
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Gilmore defiant after Harlequins' heaviest league defeat in 26 years leaves them bottom
Harlequins head coach Jason Gilmore insists he is the right man to reverse the club's fortunes after a 48-0 thrashing at Gloucester — their worst league defeat in 26 years — left them rooted to the bottom of the Gallagher Premiership.
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Quansah embraces right-back rivalry with Alexander-Arnold as Tuchel's trust grows
Jarell Quansah has spoken candidly about competing with Trent Alexander-Arnold for England's right-back spot, while revealing central defence remains his preferred position after impressing Thomas Tuchel across multiple roles.
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Tuchel warns Palmer and absentees that England's train is rolling without them
Thomas Tuchel has put Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo on notice after all three missed England's Nations League camp, insisting the squad members who showed up have earned his trust and priority going forward.
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Two red cards in 2026: Emmanuel Petit slams Upamecano's lack of discipline
Sent off against Italy during March's international break, Dayot Upamecano received his second red card of the year with France. World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit harshly criticized him for his repeated indiscipline.
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Jorge Jesus plays it cool after Cristiano Ronaldo's bombshell statement
Questioned about Cristiano Ronaldo's public declaration on his departure from the Portuguese national team, manager Jorge Jesus responded soberly on Wednesday, refusing to fuel the controversy.
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Eckert handed suspended ban and £28,000 fine as FA concludes Southampton Spygate case
Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has received a six-week ban — suspended until the end of next season — and a £28,000 fine from the FA after admitting he authorised staff to spy on rival clubs' training sessions last season.
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Bemand urges Ireland women to embrace physical test against South Africa on historic tour
Ireland women's head coach Scott Bemand has called on his squad to thrive against a physically imposing South Africa side in a two-match WXV Global Series tour to Cape Town — the first time the two nations have met in 20 years.
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Pirès captivated by 'Zizou-mania': Zidane makes successful start with France
Three wins and a draw in four Nations League matches: Zinédine Zidane has impressed as France manager. His former teammate Robert Pirès praises an aura that is 'more than great' and 'quite pleasant' football.
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Stella refuses to panic after Sepang struggles, eyes Singapore for McLaren's true 2026 pace
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says the abrasive Sepang track surface produced misleading data after rivals Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull outpaced Lando Norris at the relocated Bahrain Grand Prix. Stella is looking to the Singapore GP to reveal where McLaren genuinely stands in the 2026 order.
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Donnarumma agent says Man City squad 'calm' despite 115-case guilty verdicts
Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent Enzo Raiola says the Manchester City goalkeeper has received direct reassurances from the club following their guilty verdicts in the 115-case, with the squad preparing for upcoming fixtures against Liverpool and PSG.
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Richards backs Ronaldo to continue with Portugal and questions Shearer's England record
Micah Richards has defended Cristiano Ronaldo's place in the Portugal squad, insisting the 41-year-old still has "a couple of years left", while taking a swipe at Alan Shearer's 30-goal England record by questioning the quality of opposition he faced.
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Lorenzi rules out Genesio resignation despite four straight defeats at OM
As resignation rumours surrounded Bruno Genesio following a poor run in Ligue 1, OM sporting director Grégory Lorenzi affirmed that the head coach, contracted until 2028, has no intention of leaving the club.
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Dana White dismisses Eddie Hearn's offer to meet over Fury vs. Joshua role dispute
Dana White has rejected Eddie Hearn's suggestion that the two sit down to resolve their ongoing dispute over White's involvement in the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight, insisting he is already producing and promoting the event and calling the feud 'so f***ing silly now'.
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Baxter confirms Hooper available for Newcastle clash after Bledisloe omission
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter says Australia flanker Tom Hooper arrived back in England on Thursday morning and is in line for a bench role against Newcastle Red Bulls at Sandy Park this weekend, having been cut from Les Kiss's Bledisloe Cup squad.
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Bath attack coach Prendergast reunited with Finn Russell and full of praise for his 'incredible talent'
New Bath attack coach Mike Prendergast has spoken glowingly about his reunion with Finn Russell, having previously coached the 99-cap Scotland fly-half at Racing 92. Prendergast says the 34-year-old has matured significantly since arriving in England.
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Unbolted Boots, Dirty Kit: The Logistics Chaos Embarrassing Zidane's Staff
Despite three wins and a draw in Zinédine Zidane's first gathering as France head coach, serious logistical dysfunctions were reported internally, pointing to a lack of preparation by the French Football Federation.
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Zidane breaks with Deschamps: watching matches from stands and direct contact with players
New France manager Zinedine Zidane intends to personally oversee his international players' matches and maintain regular phone contact with them, marking a clear departure from his predecessor Didier Deschamps' methods.
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