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Brazil’s Antony withdrawn from squad after assault allegations

Brazil's forward Antony has been withdrawn from the squad for their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Bolivia and Peru following assault allegations, the country's football confederation (CBF) said in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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No fractures for Bagnaia in Catalunya GP crash, Bastianini set for surgery

(Reuters) - MotoGP championship leader Francesco Bagnaia did not suffer any fractures in his crash on Sunday at the Catalunya Grand Prix, his team Ducati said following initial scans, while…

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Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz robbed in Milan hours after Monza GP

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz had his watch was stolen during a robbery hours after the Monza Grand Prix. Sainz was still in his Ferrari kit when he was targeted at around…

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Perfect 10 for Verstappen with record win in Italy: Team by team analysis of the Monza Grand Prix

MONZA, Italy, (Reuters) - Team by team analysis of Sunday's Italian Formula One Grand Prix at Monza (listed in current championship order): RED BULL (Max Verstappen 1, Sergio Perez 2)…

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Sainz sets Ferrari fans dreaming with Monza pole

Sainz puts Ferrari on pole at Monza Team mate Leclerc third fastest Verstappen on front row as he chases record 10th win Red Bull team mate Perez only fifth By…

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Formula One statistics for the Italian Grand Prix

Formula One statistics for Sunday's Italian Grand Prix at Monza (round 14 of the 22 race championship): Lap distance: 5.793km. Total distance: 306.720km (53 laps) 2022 pole position: Charles Leclerc…

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Verstappen goes for a record 10th win in a row

By Alan Baldwin Red Bull's Max Verstappen can chalk up a record 10th Formula One win in a row on Sunday but those hoping against hope for a different winner…

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Spanish soccer’s ‘Me Too’ moment was a decade in the making

By Fernando Kallas and Charlie Devereux World Cup kiss scandal has unleashed long-simmering complaints Women players say sexism rife in Spanish football Past dressing room rebellions ended some players' careers…

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Previews of Premier League matches

Match-by-match facts and statistics ahead of the next round of Premier League fixtures from Sept. 1-3 (all times GMT): Friday, Sept. 1 Luton Town v West Ham United (1900) *…

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Cowboys retain title of NFL’s most valuable team – Forbes

The Dallas Cowboys are the most valuable National Football League (NFL) team for a 17th consecutive year, according to the annual list published by business magazine Forbes. The Cowboys, who…

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Liverpool handed favourable draw in Europa League group stage

Sept 1 (Reuters) - Liverpool will take on LASK, Union Saint-Gilloise and Toulouse in the Europa League group stage while debutants Brighton & Hove Albion will face Ajax Amsterdam and…

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Rubiales kiss ‘spoiled’ Spain’s celebrations, says FIFA’s Infantino

Sept 1 (Reuters) - FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Luis Rubiales "spoiled" the Spanish team's celebrations at the Women's World Cup by kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips. The…

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Soccer transfer deadline day deals

Sept 1 (Reuters) - Latest news and highlights from top soccer leagues on transfer deadline day (times GMT, transfer fees either disclosed or as reported by media): 0915 BONUCCI LEAVES…

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PSG, Dortmund, Milan, Newcastle in tough Champions League group

MONACO, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Paris St Germain will kick off their quest for a maiden Champions League trophy in a strong Group F featuring Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and…

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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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Photo Story: Rome welcomes Romelu Lukaku

A mural by street artist "Anonimo74" depicts Belgian forward Romelu Lukaku on a wall in Rione Monti, Rome, Italy. Lukaku joined Serie A side AS Roma on loan from English…

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Haaland wins PFA Player of the Year award

LONDON, (Reuters) - Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was named the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Player of the Year. The 23-year-old was voted ahead of team mates Kevin de Bruyne…

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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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Brilliant Biles wins record eighth all-around national title

Simone Biles won a record eighth all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in San Jose, California on Sunday, looking as dominant as ever despite only recently returning to competition…

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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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Verstappen beats the rain for record-equalling ninth win in a row

ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (Reuters) -Formula One leader Max Verstappen celebrated a record-equalling ninth successive victory on Sunday after beating the rain to win a chaotic and red-flagged Dutch Grand Prix for…

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Mancini to be appointed Saudi Arabia’s new coach – Ansa

(Reuters) - Former Italy boss Roberto Mancini will be the new coach of the Saudi Arabia national team, Ansa news agency reported on Sunday. Mancini will leave for Riyadh on…

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Verstappen takes Dutch GP pole for third straight year

(Reuters) -Max Verstappen delivered the performance his home fans expected by taking pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix for the third year in a row on Saturday, after a…

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FIFA suspends Rubiales after Spanish federation threatened Hermoso

FIFA have provisionally suspended Spanish football federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales for 90 days pending an investigation into his actions at last week's Women's World Cup final. Rubiales is refusing to…

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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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Spain down England to win Women’s World Cup for first time

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Captain Olga Carmona scored the winner in the first half as Spain won the Women's World Cup for the first time by beating England 1-0 in front…

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Man City see off Newcastle, Man Utd lose at Spurs

By Martyn Herman Aug 19 (Reuters) - Premier League champions Manchester City racked up a club-record 17th successive home win in all competitions but had to graft to a 1-0 victory over…

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Italian legendary coach Carlo Mazzone dies at 86

Legendary Italian coach Carlo Mazzone has passed away. The Italian coach was 86 years old. One of the most beloved figures of Serie A, Mazzone coached several Italian clubs in…

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Spalletti named Italian national team coach

Luciano Spalletti will be the new head coach of Italy's national soccer team, the country's football federation said on Friday, replacing Roberto Mancini who resigned on Aug 13. Spalletti, 64,…

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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 joins Saudi club Al-Hilal from PSG on two-year deal

Aug 15 (Reuters) - Neymar has signed a two-year contract at Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal after six years with Paris St Germain in which the Brazil forward won several domestic trophies…

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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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Mancini resigns a Italy’s head coach

Aug 13 (Reuters) - Roberto Mancini has resigned as head coach of Italy's national team, the country's football federation (FIGC) said on Sunday, ending a five-year spell in which Italy…

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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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Women’s World Cup attendance record exceeded in last 16

SYDNEY (Reuters) - The ninth Women's World Cup became the best attended on Sunday, when 27,706 fans packed into Melbourne Rectangular Stadium for Sweden's penalty shootout win over the United…

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