Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Russell reveals 12-year Wolff bond as Mercedes chase first title in years
George Russell has spoken candidly about his deepening relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, tracing a journey from the junior programme in 2017 to a genuine 2026 championship challenge — with Russell currently third in the standings on 106 points.
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Yahia slams Algeria after 3-0 defeat to Argentina: "Fighting spirit was absent"
Messi hat-trick, 3-0 defeat in Kansas City: Algeria's World Cup 2026 opener against Argentina sparked outrage from former captain Anthar Yahia, who denounces an unacceptable lack of commitment.
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Saka and Rice fitness doubts grow as Curacao goalkeeper Room makes World Cup history
Bukayo Saka missed England training on Saturday while Declan Rice revealed his injury dates back to Christmas. Meanwhile, Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made a record 15 saves to earn a shock draw against Ecuador at the 2026 World Cup.
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Iraola puts Liverpool squad on notice with uncompromising fitness demand
Newly appointed Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has made clear that peak physical condition is non-negotiable under his system, warning players they must push hardest precisely when they are most tired.
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Dias urges Portugal unity after Ronaldo scrutiny follows World Cup opening draw
Rúben Dias has called for calm within Portugal's squad after their 1-1 draw with DR Congo in Kansas City drew widespread criticism, much of it aimed at 41-year-old captain Cristiano Ronaldo following another goalless World Cup display.
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Tuchel set to bench Saka again against Ghana as Achilles concern shapes England's World Cup plan
Thomas Tuchel has signalled Bukayo Saka will not start England's second World Cup group game against Ghana on Tuesday, with the manager carefully managing the Arsenal winger's Achilles tendinitis ahead of the knockout rounds.
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Bellingham vows to give everything for England at World Cup to honour late grandfather
Jude Bellingham has revealed that memories of his late grandfather — who died just before his senior England debut — drive him every time he lines up for the Three Lions, as he targets World Cup glory.
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Tuchel backs Stones to start again despite defensive wobbles in England's Croatia win
Thomas Tuchel has reaffirmed his commitment to John Stones as England's first-choice centre-back ahead of their World Cup 2026 group game against Ghana, despite the 32-year-old looking rusty in a two-goal concession against Croatia.
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Zubimendi defends Rodri after Spain's shock World Cup draw with Cape Verde
Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi has backed Rodri following widespread criticism of the Manchester City star after Spain were held to a 0-0 draw by Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente also rallied to the Ballon d'Or winner's defence.
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Santos sees opportunity in UFC bantamweight uncertainty ahead of Rosa clash
Luana Santos is unconcerned by fears the UFC could shut down the women's bantamweight division after Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes eventually meet. The Brazilian contender, who faces Karol Rosa at UFC Vegas 119 on June 20, believes the division's quiet roster only improves her own path to a title shot.
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Jean Silva declares himself ahead of Evloev in line for UFC featherweight title shot
Jean Silva insists he is the next contender for Alexander Volkanovski's UFC featherweight title, dismissing long-standing top contender Movsar Evloev as stagnant and unlikely to secure a fight with the champion before year's end.
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Roy Keane mocks England WAGs for wearing partners' names at the World Cup
Roy Keane has sparked debate after criticising England players' wives and girlfriends for wearing shirts bearing their partners' surnames at the World Cup, drawing a swift rebuttal from fellow pundit Ian Wright.
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Nagelsmann dismisses Klopp's 'still' quip as Germany prepare for Ivory Coast
Julian Nagelsmann says he 'did not expect an apology' from Jürgen Klopp after the former Liverpool manager joked about replacing him during Germany's 7-1 World Cup win over Curacao, drawing criticism from Stefan Effenberg.
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Makhachev claims Topuria's $20m demand ended their title unification fight
Islam Makhachev says he accepted a welterweight title fight against Ilia Topuria immediately, only for negotiations to collapse after Topuria's team reportedly demanded $20 million — a figure the UFC refused to meet.
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Ronaldo defends João Neves with unity message after cyberbullying campaign
After João Neves was targeted by a cyberbullying campaign following comments about Cristiano Ronaldo that were misinterpreted, the Portuguese captain posted a group photo with two words: "Always united!"
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Casemiro singled out by five Brazilian pundits after Haiti win raises fresh World Cup concerns
Five of eight O Globo columnists named Casemiro as Brazil's worst performer in their 3-0 win over Haiti at the 2026 World Cup, calling the ex-Manchester United midfielder 'lost' and 'worrying' across both group-stage appearances so far.
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Hurricanes crush rivals by 60 points as Ruben Love crowns first full season at fly-half
The Hurricanes claimed the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific title with the biggest winning margin in grand final history, a 60-5 demolition, as 25-year-old fly-half Ruben Love was named Man of the Match in his first full season in the No.10 jersey.
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Ackermann admits Bulls 'didn't give themselves a chance' in 36-7 URC final hammering by Leinster
Johan Ackermann conceded the Vodacom Bulls were beaten before they had barely started after Leinster dismantled them 36-7 in the URC Grand Final at Croke Park, a fourth defeat in five finals for the South African side.
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Cullen dismisses outside criticism as Leinster demolish Bulls to retain URC title
Leo Cullen pushed back against the negative narrative surrounding Leinster's season after his side crushed the Bulls 36-7 at Croke Park on Friday, securing a 10th league title and becoming the first back-to-back champions of the URC era.
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Deschamps warns France against complacency ahead of Iraq clash at 2026 World Cup
Ahead of France's second group match against Iraq on Monday night (23:00), Didier Deschamps cautioned his players against overconfidence, reminding them of Iraq's recent results against Bolivia and Spain.
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