Press conference
Manager / player media briefings.
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Moyes stays tight-lipped on Grealish return as Everton target fresh signings
David Moyes refused to confirm interest in Jack Grealish at his pre-match press conference, saying the Manchester City winger 'is not at our club' — though Grealish has reportedly named Everton as his preferred destination if City move him on.
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Mercedes defends Antonelli-Russell team orders, insisting call would have been identical in reverse
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has confirmed the team's decision to instruct George Russell to yield to Kimi Antonelli at the Dutch Grand Prix was the correct one, securing a double podium at Zandvoort and would have been mirrored had the positions been reversed.
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Carrick faces media as United prepare for Ipswich with Baleba signed and Champions League draw made
Michael Carrick held his pre-match press conference ahead of Manchester United's Premier League home game against Ipswich Town on Sunday, with questions expected on new signing Carlos Baleba, the Champions League group draw, and the fitness of Mason Mount and Amad.
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Iraola defends Liverpool's high-press system despite Carragher's midfield concerns after Newcastle draw
Andoni Iraola insists he will not curb Liverpool's attacking instincts following their 2-2 draw at Newcastle, where both goals conceded came from counter-attacks. The head coach pushed back on Jamie Carragher's criticism of his midfield structure ahead of Nottingham Forest's visit to Anfield.
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Vowles admits Williams share blame for Albon-Sainz clash at Dutch GP
Williams team principal James Vowles has accepted partial responsibility for the late-race collision between Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz at Zandvoort, saying a strategic call left his drivers fighting each other for no points.
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Amorim wants to extend Rabiot after stunning AC Milan debut
Decisive from the moment he came on as a substitute against Torino, Adrien Rabiot immediately impressed Ruben Amorim. The AC Milan coach publicly expressed his desire to extend the French midfielder's contract, which currently runs until 2028.
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Maresca admits Man City rebuild makes early Premier League form 'complicated'
Enzo Maresca has acknowledged that a major squad overhaul, late-returning World Cup players, and his new ideas all make it difficult to hit the ground running at Manchester City, despite a narrow opening-day win over Bournemouth.
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Luis Enrique defends Dembélé's rest and rules out any disciplinary action
Substituted at half-time against Rennes, Ousmane Dembélé will miss Friday's trip to Lille. Luis Enrique clarified his decision at a press conference, emphasizing workload management rather than punishment.
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Kiss rests skipper Wilson for Argentina clash as Alaalatoa takes Wallabies captaincy
Wallabies coach Les Kiss has rotated Harry Wilson out of the matchday 23 for Sunday's Test against Los Pumas in San Salvador de Jujuy, with Allan Alaalatoa set to captain Australia for the seventh time and Rob Valetini starting at No. 8.
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Danis pulls out again as Perry calls out replacement Jenkins on 48 hours' notice
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his scheduled MMA bout against Mike Perry just 48 hours before the event, with UFC and MVP MMA veteran Brandon Jenkins stepping in to headline the Dual Arena card on Saturday.
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Holland confirms he is Dana White's $11 million man — but says little of it remains
Kevin Holland reversed his initial denial and confirmed he is the Contender Series fighter Dana White cited as having earned $11 million in the UFC, though Holland was quick to note that taxes, three divorces, and four children have taken a significant toll on that figure.
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Alonso confirms Enzo Fernandez dropped from Chelsea squad as £120m City move looms
Xabi Alonso revealed it was 'decided' that Enzo Fernandez would not feature in Chelsea's Carabao Cup match against Luton Town, a day after suggesting the midfielder would be involved. Manchester City are expected to return with a bid for the £120m-rated Argentina international before next Tuesday's transfer deadline.
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Vasseur admits Ferrari squandered stronger-than-Mercedes pace at Dutch Grand Prix
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur says his cars had the pace to beat Mercedes at Zandvoort but a poor qualifying preparation, a slow second start from Leclerc, and a sluggish pitstop left Hamilton and Leclerc finishing third and fourth behind George Russell.
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Rennie names fresh All Blacks XV for Cape Town Test as injured duo force two changes
Dave Rennie has made three changes to his All Blacks starting XV for Saturday's Cape Town Test against South Africa, with injuries to Ethan de Groot and Josh Lord forcing two of them and a defensive concern prompting a wing swap.
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Fernandez-Pardo Excluded from Lille Squad Until End of Transfer Window
Davide Ancelotti confirmed in a press conference that striker Matias Fernandez-Pardo is no longer training with Lille's squad. The Argentine is demanding to leave, Newcastle are reportedly interested, and the transfer window closes on September 1st.
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Arteta confirms Jesus and Martinelli personal situations as Arsenal push for double exit
Mikel Arteta has hinted that Gabriel Jesus could follow Gabriel Martinelli out of Arsenal before the September 1 deadline, after the striker missed training at London Colney on Thursday. Martinelli is closing in on a record £50m move to Al-Hilal.
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Rodri fit, Baldé recalled: Flick confirms bold squad choices before Barça-Athletic
Hansi Flick unveiled his squad for Barcelona's delayed Liga match against Athletic Bilbao on Thursday. Rodri, signed for €60 million, is available, Alejandro Baldé returns to the squad, while Marc Casado, Hector Fort and Alvaro Cortes are left out.
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Rennie warns All Blacks of Springbok bounce-back ahead of Cape Town decider
Scotland coach Dave Rennie has urged the All Blacks to raise their level significantly in Cape Town on Saturday, citing South Africa's historic 43-10 Wellington demolition as a stark reminder of what a wounded Springbok side can deliver.
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Du Toit warns All Blacks scrum will bounce back despite Ellis Park battering
South Africa tighthead Thomas du Toit expects New Zealand's scrum to respond sharply in the second Test in Cape Town, pointing to the All Blacks' mid-week performance against the Lions as evidence of their improvement.
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Rodri set for Barcelona debut against Athletic Club as Gavi ruled out with knee injury
Hansi Flick has confirmed Rodri will make his Barcelona debut against Athletic Club, likely as a substitute, while Gavi faces around a week on the sidelines after sustaining a knee bruise in the La Liga opener against Elche.
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