Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Madueke backs England's World Cup chances after Arsenal's first title in 22 years
Noni Madueke says the fierce competitive drive that fuelled Arsenal's first league title in 22 years is now powering his belief that England can go all the way at the 2026 World Cup, with the winger preparing for Wednesday's last-16 tie against DR Congo in Atlanta.
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Ben Earl urges England to block out South Africa's world-champion reputation at Ellis Park
Ben Earl has called on England to focus on their own game rather than South Africa's status as back-to-back world champions ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash at Ellis Park. Jamie George will captain the side after Maro Itoje was rested for the tour.
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Magomedov brands Strickland a 'domestic champion' who is too scared to leave America
Fresh off a come-from-behind win over Sean Strickland's teammate Michel Pereira at UFC Baku, Sharabutdin Magomedov has accused the middleweight champion of refusing to fight outside the United States out of fear.
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Erasmus names Pollock England's biggest threat ahead of Ellis Park Test opener
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has singled out 21-year-old Henry Pollock as England's most dangerous player ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship Test at Ellis Park, calling the Northampton number eight 'a flipping good rugby player' despite the back-rower's polarising reputation among Springbok fans.
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Dana White hints at Mayweather collaboration after boxer sues over $175m fraud
UFC president Dana White has hinted he could work with Floyd Mayweather after the retired boxing champion filed suit in a New York court against a former investment manager accused of defrauding him out of $175 million.
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Enzo Maresca names squad verdict and playing style in first Manchester City interview
Enzo Maresca has spoken for the first time as Manchester City manager, describing the current squad as 'young but very good' and pledging to maintain the style of football that defined the Pep Guardiola era.
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New UFC champion Gaethje eyes McGregor fight after stunning Topuria upset
Justin Gaethje, the newly crowned UFC lightweight champion following his victory over Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House event, has expressed strong interest in fighting Conor McGregor and plans to attend UFC 329 to watch McGregor face Max Holloway.
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Keane says injured Saka 'shouldn't be here' as Neville warns England winger doesn't look right
Roy Keane has called into question Bukayo Saka's place in England's World Cup squad, arguing the Arsenal winger should be resting if not fully fit. Gary Neville and Ian Wright share the concern, suggesting Saka can only realistically contribute from the bench.
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Erasmus eyes double milestone as Kolbe and Willemse reach 50 caps against England
Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse are both set to earn their 50th Test caps when South Africa open their Nations Championship campaign against England at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday 4 July.
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Neville warns Saka 'doesn't look right at all' as England fitness concerns grow
Gary Neville and Ian Wright have raised doubts over Bukayo Saka's fitness after the Arsenal winger was substituted in the 63rd minute of England's 2-0 win over Panama, with Wright questioning whether Saka has been rushed back too soon.
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Havertz fires back at Lineker after 'weakest Germany ever' World Cup verdict
Gary Lineker labelled this Germany side one of the weakest he has ever seen ahead of their World Cup Round of 32 clash with Paraguay. Arsenal forward Kai Havertz responded bluntly, saying he "couldn't care less" about outside criticism.
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Jason Ryan hails Dave Rennie's 'unbelievable' clarity as All Blacks prepare for France opener
All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan has praised new head coach Dave Rennie's immediate impact on the squad, describing his messaging as 'tremendously clear' ahead of the Nations Championship Test against France in Christchurch.
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Mainoo watches from the bench as Tuchel picks Henderson over him against Panama
Kobbie Mainoo remained an unused substitute as England beat Panama in their final World Cup group game, with Thomas Tuchel opting to bring on 36-year-old Jordan Henderson in the 84th minute instead.
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Codie Taylor reveals Rennie's standards as All Blacks prepare for France opener
Veteran hooker Codie Taylor has offered an early glimpse into Dave Rennie's coaching style ahead of Saturday's first Test against France in Christchurch, saying the new All Blacks head coach 'doesn't take mediocrity lightly'.
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Pickford backs England to thrive in knockouts as DR Congo tie looms in Atlanta
Jordan Pickford has dismissed concerns over England's defensive vulnerability and predicted the Three Lions will come into their own in the knockout rounds, beginning with Wednesday's last-16 clash against DR Congo in Atlanta.
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Wolff credits Verstappen himself, not Red Bull's upgrade, for Austria podium threat
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff says Max Verstappen's mastery of the Red Bull Ring — where he has won five times — was the primary reason Red Bull emerged as the main challenger in Austria, rather than the major upgrade the team brought to Spielberg.
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Jones backs Makhachev to defend welterweight title at UFC 330, names him a GOAT contender
Jon Jones has predicted Islam Makhachev will successfully defend his UFC welterweight title against Ian Garry at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia, citing Makhachev's elite wrestling as the decisive edge — and placing him alongside himself in the GOAT conversation.
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Magomedov survives early knockdown to outwork Pereira at UFC Baku
Shara 'Bullet' Magomedov was dropped by a right hand in the opening round but recovered to dominate Michel Pereira over the final two rounds, earning a unanimous decision victory in the UFC Baku co-main event on Saturday.
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Mbemba warns England that DR Congo will be ready for Atlanta World Cup showdown
DR Congo captain Chancel Mbemba has put England on notice ahead of their World Cup Round of 32 clash in Atlanta on Wednesday. Congo, who recorded their first ever World Cup win by beating Uzbekistan, face England after Gareth Southgate's side topped their group with a 2-0 victory over Panama.
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Russell ends Austrian GP drought with commanding win as Wolff hails his "cold-blooded" drive
George Russell converted pole position into a dominant victory at the Austrian Grand Prix, ending a winless run since the season-opener in Australia. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff praised the 28-year-old's composure and tyre management throughout the race.
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