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Manager / player media briefings.
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Laporte accuses Deschamps of not backing him before choosing Spain
At 32, Aymeric Laporte reflects on his international switch and points to Didier Deschamps' lack of confidence as the main reason for his move to Spain, with whom he has since won the World Cup, the Euros and the Nations League.
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Pochettino says no punishment can repair damage of Man City's 114 proven breaches
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has declared that no sanction can undo the harm caused by Manchester City's 114 proven Premier League financial breaches, while also questioning why the league's financial controls were so inconsistently applied.
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Aguirre apologises to Gordon for World Cup expletive and asks him to sign a photo
Javier Aguirre has personally apologised to Anthony Gordon for telling him 'F*** you' during England's 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico, explaining the remark as a heat-of-the-moment reaction. Now Valencia manager, Aguirre revealed he may ask Gordon to sign a photo of the incident for his children.
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Norway boss Solbakken denies Manchester City pressured Haaland into skipping press conference
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken has firmly rejected claims that Manchester City asked for Erling Haaland to be withdrawn from a press conference following the club's Premier League financial charges verdict, calling the suggestion a lie that undermines his integrity.
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Rooney rejects potential 2011-12 Premier League medal if Man City are stripped of title
Wayne Rooney says he would not accept a Premier League winner's medal for the 2011-12 season even if Manchester City are stripped of the title, insisting United did not do enough that year to deserve the crown.
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Pochettino says no punishment can repair damage from Man City's 114 financial breaches
Mauricio Pochettino has spoken out on Manchester City's guilty verdict, arguing that no sanction can undo the harm caused by the alleged 114 Premier League financial breaches — and questioning why controls were not enforced sooner.
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Zidane forgoes image rights bonuses, ties earnings to France's results
After two wins in two matches as France head coach, Zinédine Zidane has opted for a contract without image rights bonuses, instead choosing a bonus system indexed to performance in major competitions.
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O'Reilly ruled out as Tuchel names England squad for Czechia Nations League trip
Nico O'Reilly has been ruled out of England's Nations League fixture against Czechia in Prague on Tuesday after picking up a minor injury, with Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha called into the matchday squad as cover. Ezri Konsa, who also missed Monday's training, is expected to be available.
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Pochettino condemns 'period of deception' after Man City found guilty of Premier League breaches
Mauricio Pochettino, now coaching the US men's national team, says Manchester City's reported guilty verdict on 114 of 115 financial rule breaches confirms a period in which 'sporting fairness didn't exist' — and warns no punishment can undo the damage.
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Ireland players 'all uncomfortable' as Hallgrimsson leaves second Israel fixture undecided
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has admitted his squad remains divided and uneasy ahead of Sunday's behind-closed-doors Nations League fixture against Israel in Serbia, with the team yet to confirm they will fulfil the match.
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Lucas Da Cunha dazzles on France debut and reignites criticism of Deschamps
Making his first start for France against Belgium, Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha delivered a standout performance under Zinedine Zidane, reviving questions about his prolonged absence from Didier Deschamps' selections.
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Evloev vows to finish Volkanovski and silence doubters at UFC 333
Unbeaten Russian contender Movsar Evloev says he is targeting his first UFC finish when he challenges Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight title at UFC 333 on 24 October at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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Zidane loses composure on the sideline and embraces his «ridiculous side» after Olise's winning goal
During France's victory over Belgium in the Nations League (0-1), Zinedine Zidane sprinted along the touchline and angrily kicked a loose ball near the bench as Michael Olise scored the winner. The manager acknowledged in his press conference that he was «a bit ridiculous», but expressed no regrets.
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Rennie reveals Barrett was 'reluctant captain' as All Blacks lock returns without armband
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has shed light on his conversations with Scott Barrett before handing the captaincy to Ardie Savea, with the 89-Test lock named in New Zealand's 34-man Bledisloe Cup squad after a frustrating injury-interrupted absence.
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Rennie warns All Blacks of 'excellent' Wallabies after eleven-man Springboks demolition
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has praised Australia's 'emphatic' victory over the Springboks in Perth, calling it a clear warning for his side ahead of the two Bledisloe Cup Tests in October. Rennie has named a 34-man squad recalling Scott Barrett and Shannon Frizell.
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Walker taunts Hokit after UFC title contender skips him in heavyweight callout spree
Valter Walker has called out Josh Hokit on social media after the undefeated heavyweight left him off a list of targets that included Alex Pereira, Tom Aspinall and Ilia Topuria. Walker claims Hokit deliberately avoided him because he could not survive a verbal exchange.
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Kiss opens door to Suaalii at wing or fullback after 42-38 thriller over Springboks
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii made his first Test start on the wing as Australia edged South Africa 42-38, setting up two tries and prompting coach Les Kiss to declare the 23-year-old a viable option at centre, wing, and fullback.
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Erasmus praises 'technically sharp' Wallabies after Springboks squander 25-point lead in Perth
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus lauded Les Kiss's Wallabies as a "technically sharp" side after Australia held on for a 42-38 win in Perth, having led by 25 points before four yellow cards reduced them to 11 men.
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Joe Hart backs Man City chairman and insists 'I know what we did' amid charges uncertainty
Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has voiced his trust in chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak's assertion that the club will be cleared of their Premier League charges, saying he has 'no reason not to trust' the chairman's public letter.
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Joe Hart backs Man City innocence after guilty verdict reports: 'I know what we did'
Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has become one of the first ex-players to publicly address the club's Premier League charges verdict, saying he trusts chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak's denial and remains confident City will not be found guilty.
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