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Milan happy to focus on Newcastle after derby defeat, says Pioli

AC Milan will look to put Saturday's humiliating 5-1 derby defeat by Inter Milan behind them when they host Newcastle United in their opening group game of the Champions League on Tuesday.Manager Stefano Pioli…

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Guardiola optimistic about Man City retaining Champions League title

Manchester City's bid to retain their Champions League title will be less difficult than their long endeavour to win Europe's top club competition, manager Pep Guardiola said on Monday. City…

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All GSSE anti-doping tests turn out negative

The Authority for Integrity in Maltese Sport has announced that the results of Anti-doping samples collected during the Games for the Small States of Europe, which were held between 29th…

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LeBron interested in joining Team USA at 2024 Paris Games

LeBron James may have sat out the last two Olympics but the NBA's all-time leading scorer is interested in making a return to the international stage with USA Basketball at…

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England’s Southgate rules out experimenting against Scotland

England will not use Tuesday's 150th anniversary friendly against Scotland as a chance to experiment, manager Gareth Southgate said ahead of the Hampden Park clash.Southgate's side were held to a…

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Juve’s Pogba provisionally suspended after failing doping test

Juventus' France midfielder Paul Pogba has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for a banned substance, Italy's national anti-doping (NADO Italia) tribunal said on Monday.The test, performed after Juve's 3-0 victory at…

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Juventus parent Exor denies planning to put club on sale

Juventus parent Exor, the holding company of the Agnelli family, said on Monday it had no plans to put the Serie A club up for sale, denying a report in…

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Spain’s Hermoso files criminal complaint over Rubiales kiss -prosecutor

Spanish soccer star Jenni Hermoso has lodged a criminal complaint over the unsolicited kiss by football federation boss Luis Rubiales after Spain's victory in the Women's World Cup, the national…

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All 10 Formula One teams in compliance with 2022 cost cap

All Formula One teams were in compliance with cost cap restrictions last year, the sport's governing body said. Media reports in Italy and Germany, dismissed at the time by the…

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Inter coach Inzaghi extends contract until 2025

Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2025, the Serie A side said on Tuesday. The 47-year-old Italian started…

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Italy’s Serie A could launch own video service if TV bids fall short

Serie A is ready to launch its own media operation to screen matches in Italy live if broadcasters vying for rights do not improve their offers, the head of the…

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Brazil’s Antony withdrawn from squad after assault allegations

Brazil's forward Antony has been withdrawn from the squad for their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Bolivia and Peru following assault allegations, the country's football confederation (CBF) said in a…

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Sergio Ramos returns to boyhood club Sevilla

Former Real Madrid and Paris St Germain center-back Sergio Ramos is returning to his boyhood club Sevilla as a free agent, the LaLiga side said on Monday. After his contract…

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UEFA will not follow ‘absurd’ added time rules, says official

The new stoppage-time rules that English soccer has enacted this season to avoid time wasting are "absurd" and will not be used in UEFA competitions, Zvonimir Boban, the European governing…

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Vinicius Jr sidelined for several weeks with thigh injury

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. is expected to be sidelined for a number of weeks after the LaLiga club said he had suffered a thigh muscle injury during last Friday's…

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Spanish labour minister denounces ‘systemic chauvinism’ after football chief kiss

Spain's Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz said on Monday male chauvinism was "systemic" in the country and had been shown in its worst form when national soccer chief Luis Rubiales grabbed…

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Mercedes lick wounds after worst result yet in 2023

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff promised a thorough review after Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix turned into the former champions' worst race yet of the 2023 Formula One season.George Russell started…

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Salah not for sale, says Liverpool boss Klopp

Mohamed Salah is not for sale and Liverpool have not received any offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, manager Juergen Klopp said on Friday.British media reported on Thursday that Al-Ittihad…

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Ancelotti rules out Real Madrid move for Mbappe in this window

Real Madrid have ruled out signing Kylian Mbappe before the transfer window closes next week, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Thursday as the Paris St Germain forward continues to be…

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Verstappen chasing record-equalling ninth win in a row

Max Verstappen can equal Sebastian Vettel's record nine wins in a row this weekend as Formula One ends its August break and heads for the Dutch seaside dunes of Zandvoort.…

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Sewer problems in Seine behind cancellation of Paris 2024 run-up event – media

A faulty valve in Paris' sewage system was likely to have degraded the River Seine's water quality, leading to the cancellation of a pre-Olympics swimming event, Le Canard Enchaine and…

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Team boss says Ferrari need to improve in every area

Ferrari must take their chances and improve in all areas when the Formula One season resumes at Zandvoort this weekend, according to team boss Fred Vasseur. Speaking to reporters ahead…

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Thierry Henry appointed France Under-21 coach

Former France striker Thierry Henry has been named head coach of the country's Under-21s until 2025, the French Football Federation said in a statement on Monday.The Arsenal great will lead the team at…

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Pulisic shines as Milan kick off season with win at Bologna

AC Milan's new signing Christian Pulisic sparkled as they started the Serie A season with a 2-0 win at Bologna on Monday thanks in large part to the American who got…

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Greenwood to leave United to avoid distractions, despite being cleared of rape

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood will leave Old Trafford, he and the Premier League club said on Monday, to avoid being a "distraction" despite being cleared of allegations of assault…

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Neymar injury delays Al-Hilal debut by a month

Brazilian winger Neymar might have to wait until September to make his debut for Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal because of injury, coach Jorge Jesus said. Neymar joined Al-Hilal from Paris St…

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Juventus ease to win over Udinese, Lecce earn last-gasp victory over Lazio

Juventus secured a comfortable 3-0 win at Udinese on Sunday, while late goals from Pontus Almqvist and Federico Di Francesco gave Lecce a 2-1 comeback victory over last season's runners-up Lazio. Massimiliano…

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AC Milan spend big in attempt to reclaim Serie A title

AC Milan have been the most active Serie A club during the transfer window as they look to recapture the Scudetto, but still look like they need further investment in key areas. Stefano…

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Janet Richard to compete at Athletics World Championships

Janet Richard heads off to Budapest this weekend where she will compete at the World Championships in her speciality, the 400m. Richard has been performing consistently at her finest as…

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UEFA’s Ceferin calls on Europe to end “cancer” of soccer violence

UEFA president Alexander Ceferin urged Europe on Wednesday to help eliminate hooliganism, which he called "the cancer of football", days after a man was killed in clashes before a match…

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Man City sink Sevilla in shootout to win first Super Cup

Manchester City held their nerve to beat Sevilla 5-4 on penalties and win the UEFA Super Cup for the first time in their history after an enthralling game ended 1-1 after 90 minutes. The first…

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De Bruyne sidelined for up to four months – Guardiola

Kevin De Bruyne could be out of action for up to four months after suffering a hamstring injury in the opening Premier League game of the season, manager Pep Guardiola…

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Neymar set for Saudi’s Al Hilal after PSG agree deal

Brazil forward Neymar is headed for Saudi Arabia after Pro League side Al Hilal agreed a two-year deal with Paris St Germain, Saudi state media reported. There was no immediate comment from…

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Chelsea agree deal to sign midfielder Caicedo from Brighton – Sky

Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion, according to media reports which said the fee would be a British record. Sky Sports reported…

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Klopp takes positives from Liverpool’s season-opening draw at Chelsea

Manager Juergen Klopp said he was encouraged by Liverpool's performance in a 1-1 Premier League draw at Chelsea on Sunday, despite his side having had the advantage in the game.Liverpool started well, going ahead…

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Bayern sign England striker Kane from Tottenham on four-year deal

England captain Harry Kane has joined Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich from Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur on a four-year deal, the German club said on Saturday. Bayern, who kick off their season…

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Messi effect set to catapult Major League Soccer to ‘new level’

Lionel Messi could significantly raise the profile of Major League Soccer (MLS) and the game as a whole in the United States, experts said, with the Argentine forward's move to…

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Man City get a head-start to their title defence

The start of a new Premier League season is always a time of hope and dreams, even if defending champions Manchester City will probably be three points clear before their…

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Premier League investigating Chelsea over possible financial violations

The Premier League is investigating potential financial rule breaches at Chelsea under Roman Abramovich's ownership, CEO Richard Masters told Britain's Times newspaper on Wednesday.Abramovich sold the club last year to…

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PFA chief Molango warns of disaster over added time rules

PFA chief Molango warns of disaster over added time rules English soccer's new regulations to prevent time wasting are unsustainable and increased added time in matches could be a path…

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Athletics: Zammit misses out on final spot at Euro U20 Champs

Jeremy Zammit recorded a jump of 7.39m at the Under 20 European Championships in Jerusalem, ensuring a final position ahead of representatives from elite sporting nations such as France, Poland,…

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Italian FA to treat British, Swiss players as EU citizens

British and Swiss players will be treated as European Union (EU) citizens in Italy following a request made by Serie A, Italy's football federation (FIGC) said on Wednesday, allowing Italian…

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Athletics: Mixed Results at Balkan Championships and EYOF Games

Maltese athletes reported mixed performances at the Balkan Championships held in Kraljevo, Serbia. At the end of the gruelling season, Maltese athletes competed alongside several strong athletes from Central and…

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Henderson bids Liverpool farewell to join Saudi league

Midfielder Jordan Henderson said farewell to Liverpool fans in a video posted on social media on Wednesday, confirming his departure from the club after 12 years ahead of a reported…

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Britain’s first million pound player Francis dies of heart attack

Former England forward Trevor Francis, Britain's first one million pound ($1.28 million) player, has died at the age of 69 after suffering a heart attack, his family said on Monday.Francis…

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Verstappen wins in Hungary as Red Bull make F1 history

Dominant Formula One leader Max Verstappen won the Hungarian Grand Prix by a mighty margin on Sunday as Red Bull made history with a record 12th victory in a row.McLaren's…

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Athletics: Five top Maltese athletes head off to Serbia for Balkan Championships

Five of the best Maltese talents in athletics head off to Karljevo in Serbia to compete in the Balkan Championships being held on the 22nd and 23rd July. This will…

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Victoria pulls out of 2026 Commonwealth Games over cost concerns

Australia's state of Victoria has scrapped the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to projected cost overruns, placing the future of the quadrennial multi-sport event in doubt.Victoria Premier Dan Andrews said the…

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Ryan Giggs retrial abandoned after charges withdrawn

The retrial of ex-Manchester United soccer player Ryan Giggs over domestic violence allegations has been abandoned, PA Media reported on Tuesday, after the charges were withdrawn by Britain's Crown Prosecution…

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Athletics: Maltese youngsters claim two gold, five silver and two bronze at FISEC Games

After the recent top performances by Malta’s elite athletes at events such as GSSE 2023 and the European Team Championships, the Maltese youngsters were not to be undone and came…

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Real Madrid closed financial year with 12 million euros profit

Real Madrid closed the 2022-23 financial year with a 11.8 million euro ($13.25 million) profit, the Spanish club said on Monday, around one million euros less than in the previous…

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Messi expects ‘great things’ at Inter Miami after glitzy unveiling

Not even the pouring rain could spoil Lionel Messi's Inter Miami welcome party in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where the new face of Major League Soccer (MLS) was introduced to a…

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Athletics: Gina McNamara shatters 1500m national record

Gina McNamara has established a new National Record on the 1500m this weekend while running at the Harry Jerome Classic in Vancouver, Canada. The US-based Maltese athlete came home in…

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Mercedes taking a close look at McLaren upgrade

Mercedes will be taking a good look at McLaren's latest upgrade for clues about how their Formula One rivals have made such a leap in lap time, technical director James…

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LeBron James announces he will return for 21st season

LeBron James acknowledged on Wednesday night that a few months ago he was questioning to himself his ability to keep performing "without cheating the game" and to still "give everything…

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Postecoglou hoping to present Kane with Spurs vision

New Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou said he hoped his vision for the Premier League club could persuade talisman Harry Kane to stay but added that he had not received…

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Former Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli given a 16-month ban

An Italian soccer court has imposed a 16-month ban from the game on former Juventus Chairman Andrea Agnelli in a case over irregularities in the club's payments to players, the…

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