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Manager / player media briefings.
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Volkanovski and Sucupira back underdog Ruffy to knock out Tsarukyan at UFC 331
Mauricio Ruffy enters his UFC 331 co-main event bout against Arman Tsarukyan as a significant underdog, but former coach Pablo Sucupira and new training partner Alexander Volkanovski insist the Brazilian's overhauled takedown defence makes him a genuine knockout threat.
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Dembélé's Ballon d'Or jab at Mbappé was carefully orchestrated
Ousmane Dembélé's remarks against Kylian Mbappé following PSG's victory at Brest were not spontaneous: the club and the player's entourage had imposed the Ballon d'Or question on the broadcaster before kickoff.
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Scott Coker launches Ki MMA with 32-fighter global Grand Prix planned for 2027
Scott Coker has unveiled Ki MMA, his new MMA promotion set to launch in early 2026, with a 32-fighter Grand Prix tournament spanning four continents planned for 2027. Veteran matchmaker Rich Chou joins Coker on the venture.
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Damm urges Eagles to learn from 63-14 Japan rout as Canada clash looms
USA captain Jason Damm says the Eagles' heavy defeat to Japan in the Pacific Nations Cup semi-finals has exposed clear areas for improvement, with the side now focused on bouncing back against Canada.
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Lopeti vows USA Eagles will settle the score against Canada in Pacific Nations Cup bronze match
USA Eagles centre Tavite Lopeti has declared his side 'owe them one' ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup 2026 third-place playoff against Canada in Tokyo, after the Canadians ended a long American winning run with a 34-20 victory in Edmonton last August.
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Mbappé's Ballon d'Or campaign fractures France dressing room, says Rothen
Kylian Mbappé's public candidacy for the Ballon d'Or has allegedly deeply irritated Ousmane Dembélé and part of the France squad, to the point of dividing the dressing room into two camps on the eve of the Zidane era.
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Scott Coker reveals details of new MMA promotion alongside Rich Chou and Peter Lin
Scott Coker is set to unveil his new MMA promotion at a Monday evening press conference. The announcement features Coker alongside Rich Chou and Peter Lin, with the veteran promoter returning to the sport early next year.
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De Zerbi confirms Richarlison will miss Carabao Cup trip to Liverpool as contract saga drags on
Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed Richarlison will not feature in Tottenham's Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool, with the forward still frozen out after rejecting a contract extension and turning down a move to Vasco da Gama.
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Richarlison publicly questions De Zerbi after Spurs boss rules him out of League Cup squad
Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed he will not select Richarlison for Tottenham's Carabao Cup third-round tie at Anfield, and the Brazilian striker has responded on Instagram with a pointed one-word challenge to his manager's decision.
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Carragher condemns Fernandes for 'disappointing' reaction that sparked Foden's red card in derby
Jamie Carragher has criticised Bruno Fernandes for his role in the incident that led to Phil Foden's sending-off during Manchester United's loss to Manchester City, saying he was 'really disappointed' by the United captain's reaction to a minor contact.
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Carragher brands Arteta 'the Sir Alex Ferguson' of modern football after Arsenal's referee complaint
Jamie Carragher has compared Mikel Arteta to Sir Alex Ferguson after the Arsenal manager publicly condemned a penalty awarded against his side in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sunderland, with the club also contacting refereeing chief Howard Webb for an explanation.
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Tchouaméni in France squad: Mourinho gives green light but demands caution
With Zinédine Zidane's first France squad list imminent, José Mourinho has weighed in on Aurélien Tchouaméni's potential selection, backing the call-up but urging careful management of the midfielder who has only recently returned from injury at Real Madrid.
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Patrick Vieira unveils first Senegal squad, eyes Marseille clash
Newly appointed Senegal manager Patrick Vieira will hold his first press conference on Friday in Dakar before two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and a friendly against Comoros at the Vélodrome on October 4.
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De Zerbi confirms Richarlison will not feature in Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool amid Spurs dispute
Roberto De Zerbi has left Richarlison out of Tottenham's squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup trip to Anfield, with the Brazilian still locked in a standoff with the club after rejecting a move to Vasco da Gama and being omitted from Spurs' Premier League list.
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Arsenal to demand answers from Pro Ref after disputed Sunderland penalty amid VAR controversy
Arsenal will seek an official explanation from Pro Ref after referee John Brooks penalised Ezri Konsa for a foul on Dan Ballard — a call Mikel Arteta branded 'unacceptable'. The row follows Pro Ref's admission that VAR made an error in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.
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Iraola warns Liverpool fans to expect more inconsistency as squad adapts to new style
Andoni Iraola has acknowledged Liverpool's performances will continue to fluctuate after a goalless draw with Fulham at Anfield, admitting he is still learning which players can handle the physical demands of a congested schedule.
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Carrick dismisses Pro Refs apology after VAR error gifts Haaland's derby winner
Michael Carrick reacted with barely concealed contempt when told he might receive an apology from Pro Refs after VAR incorrectly overturned an offside call to allow Erling Haaland's goal in Manchester United's defeat in the 199th Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
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Grosjean apologises to McLaren after misreading Zak Brown's praise of Norris as attack on Piastri
Romain Grosjean publicly apologised to McLaren and Zak Brown after misinterpreting the team principal's post-qualifying comments during Canal+ coverage of the Spanish Grand Prix, wrongly claiming Brown had "cut Oscar Piastri to pieces" with his assessment of Lando Norris.
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Foden 'gutted' after red card as 10-man City beat United 1-0 in controversial derby
Phil Foden was sent off for violent conduct after 23 minutes at Old Trafford on Sunday, yet Manchester City held on to win the Manchester derby 1-0 through Erling Haaland's 60th-minute goal. Foden now faces a three-match ban.
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Dembélé hits back at Mbappé over Ballon d'Or: tension between two France stars erupts into open
After Kylian Mbappé's comments presenting himself as 'the chosen one' against his France teammate, Ousmane Dembélé replied publicly following PSG's victory at Brest, reigniting speculation about a rivalry between the two forwards ahead of the Ballon d'Or verdict.
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