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Gordon admits surprise at Tuchel substitution after scoring in England's World Cup semi-final loss

Anthony Gordon says he will never fully recover from England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, revealing he was surprised to be withdrawn just 11 minutes after putting his country ahead in Atlanta.

Football Sep 24

Genesio backed into a corner: his public complaints turn OM supporters against him

After five consecutive defeats and a 17th-place finish in Ligue 1, Bruno Genesio is facing criticism not just for results, but for communication deemed defeatist that is beginning to frustrate even Marseille supporters.

Football Sep 24

Rooney joins Scholes and Butt in questioning Sesko's shin injury absence

Wayne Rooney has backed Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt in publicly doubting Benjamin Sesko's shin complaint, after the Manchester United striker missed the 0-0 draw at Fulham and subsequently withdrew from Slovenia's international squad.

Football Sep 24

Ronaldo at 41: «I Will Tell the World» Before Retiring with Portugal

Called up by new coach Jorge Jesus, Cristiano Ronaldo refused to set a date for his international retirement, insisting he lives «day by day» while targeting 1,000 career goals.

Football Sep 24

Gordon reveals surprise at Tuchel's substitution after scoring against Argentina at World Cup

Anthony Gordon has admitted he was surprised to be substituted by Thomas Tuchel shortly after putting England ahead against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, with the Newcastle winger saying he was in an 'untouchable mode of confidence' when he was hooked.

Football Sep 24

Rosas Jr. targets UFC title as youngest-ever signee faces first five-round test at Vegas 121

Raul Rosas Jr. headlines UFC Vegas 121 against Raoni Barcelos on Sept. 26 in Las Vegas, embracing his first five-round fight as deliberate preparation for a future title shot. The 'El Nino Problema' enters on a five-fight winning streak after defeating Rob Font.

MMA Sep 24

Gane labels Aspinall 'mentally fragile' as UFC heavyweight feud spills into public war of words

Ciryl Gane has publicly criticised Tom Aspinall, calling the vacated UFC heavyweight champion 'mentally fragile' and accusing him of excessive complaining following their controversial October no-contest, which ended after a double eye poke left Aspinall unable to continue.

MMA Sep 24

Wallaroos vow to fix second-half collapse after France snatch 29-26 WXV win

Australia led 19-12 at half-time in Aix-en-Provence and held a four-player advantage, only for France to score 17 unanswered points and seal a 29-26 victory. Vice-captain Kaitlan Leaney says the Wallaroos must sharpen their processes ahead of a three-Test series against Scotland.

Rugby Sep 23

Ronaldo reveals two goals before retirement: 1,000 career strikes and another Nations League title

Cristiano Ronaldo admitted he considered retiring from international football after Portugal's round-of-16 exit at the World Cup, but confirmed he is targeting 1,000 career goals and a second Nations League title before calling time on his Portugal career.

Football Sep 23

Cantona says he would never have joined Man Utd under Ratcliffe after immigration remarks

Manchester United legend Eric Cantona has said he would not have signed for the club if Sir Jim Ratcliffe were owner, citing the co-owner's recent comments on immigration. Cantona argued that football's greatest players have historically come from successive waves of immigration.

Football Sep 23

Cambridge boss Harris demands 'severe' FA ban for Eckert over Southampton Spygate

Cambridge United manager Neil Harris has called for Southampton boss Tonda Eckert to receive a heavy ban from the FA, which is set to announce its ruling on Thursday after charging Eckert with misconduct for ordering a staff member to spy on rival clubs' training sessions.

Football Sep 23

Ronaldo vows to play on for Portugal at 41 and targets 1,000-goal milestone

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will continue representing Portugal despite their World Cup exit at the hands of Spain, with the 41-year-old sitting on 979 career goals and openly targeting the 1,000-goal landmark.

Football Sep 23

Kane admits Argentina defeat hurt more than his Qatar penalty miss as England reset

Harry Kane says England's Nations League opener against Spain at Wembley marks the start of a new chapter, with the captain revealing the semi-final loss to Argentina was the most painful defeat of his international career — worse even than his missed penalty against France at the 2022 World Cup.

Football Sep 23

Kane backs Rice after Arsenal midfielder withdrew from England Nations League squad

Harry Kane has defended Declan Rice's decision to pull out of England's Nations League squad, revealing the Arsenal midfielder personally messaged him to explain his absence. Rice was one of five players to withdraw, alongside Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento.

Football Sep 23

Van Dijk brands claims he dictated Netherlands' World Cup tactics 'utter nonsense'

Virgil van Dijk has forcefully rejected accusations that he influenced Ronald Koeman's tactical decisions during the Netherlands' World Cup campaign, which ended in a penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the last 16.

Football Sep 23

Packer urges Red Roses to embrace tougher tests after Canada draw ends 39-match winning run

England flanker Marlie Packer says the Red Roses welcome the growing challenge from rivals after a 26-26 draw with Canada halted their 39-match unbeaten run, with a home clash against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium now the immediate focus.

Rugby Sep 23

Ronaldo vows to stay with Portugal at 41 as 1,000-goal landmark looms

Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed retirement talk and confirmed his commitment to Portugal ahead of their UEFA Nations League clash with Wales, with the 41-year-old just 21 goals short of 1,000 in his career.

Football Sep 23

Black Ferns hooker Roos warns England: 'We must be prepared to go to dark places'

Maia Roos is one of only five current Black Ferns players to have beaten England in a Test match, a feat last achieved at the 2022 Women's Rugby World Cup final. With New Zealand facing a Red Roses side fresh off a shock draw with Canada, Roos says her side must match England's physicality at the set-piece.

Rugby Sep 23

Northampton's Davison targets October return after three knee operations and Texas rehab

England tighthead Trevor Davison, 34, is closing in on a return to action after a gruelling rehabilitation that included specialist treatment in Texas following three operations on the knee injury he sustained in March.

Rugby Sep 23

Real Madrid threatens legal action after journalist compares club TV channel to ETA-linked newspaper

Real Madrid issued a formal statement warning of unspecified measures after Cope broadcaster Juanma Castaño compared Real Madrid TV to the newspaper Gara in an ABC column, with the club calling the comparison deplorable and unacceptable.

Football Sep 23