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How important is a fast start for teams chasing the Premier League title?
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How important is a fast start for teams chasing the Premier League title?

Manchester City have kicked off the campaign with five victories in a row but the title race is a marathon not a sprint By Opta Analyst The first international window gives us time to take stock and make sense of what has happened in the early weeks of the Premier League season. Manchester City are the only team to have won all…

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Man Utd do not deserve Man City titles - Rooney
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Man Utd do not deserve Man City titles - Rooney

Wayne Rooney says former club Manchester United do not "deserve" to be awarded Premier League titles if rivals Manchester City are stripped of them for breaching financial rules.

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Australia go down fighting to Brazil in fiery 4-2 friendly defeat
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Australia go down fighting to Brazil in fiery 4-2 friendly defeat

Socceroos led 2-1 with goals from Metcalfe and Circati Two late goals sealed win for five-times world champions His first touch taking the ball goalward, Vanderson felt the pressure from Australian defenders closing in and laced a shot goalward, burying it in the top corner of Patrick Beach’s net and putting Brazil ahead. All…

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Australia 2-4 Brazil: men’s international football friendly – live
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Australia 2-4 Brazil: men’s international football friendly – live

Follow updates as Socceroos face Seleção in Brisbane Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email The lights of Lang Park have gone down, the flamethrowers are roaring, and the music is pumping as the stadium announcer reads the two line-ups.

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Turkish referees' chief arrested in corruption investigation
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Turkish referees' chief arrested in corruption investigation

The head of Turkey's referees' committee is detained along with six others as part of an investigation into corruption. head of Turkey’s referees committee, is among seven people detained in an investigation into alleged mobbing and document forgery

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Woodhouse calls for fans to get behind 'one-of-a-kind' Littler
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Woodhouse calls for fans to get behind 'one-of-a-kind' Littler

Luke Woodhouse called on fans to get behind Luke Littler and "appreciate" his talents, after the 19-year-old has been subjected to boos by crowds at recent events.

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Senate passes bipartisan Protect College Sports Act amid ‘chaos’ in industry
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Senate passes bipartisan Protect College Sports Act amid ‘chaos’ in industry

College sports have been upended by athlete payments Critics say legislation does not go far enough The Senate passed a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports , an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between…

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Toone and Kelly miss out on Lionesses squad
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Toone and Kelly miss out on Lionesses squad

Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone misses out on selection for England's Women's World Cup qualifying matches this month.

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Red Roses to return to Sunderland for Women's Six Nations
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Red Roses to return to Sunderland for Women's Six Nations

England will return to Sunderland's Stadium of Light – the venue for their record-breaking Women's Rugby World Cup opener – for the 2027 Six Nations.

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Keenum stars on return in Bears win over the Eagles
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Keenum stars on return in Bears win over the Eagles

The Chicago Bears put 27 points past the Philadelphia Eagles as they secured a 27-7 victory in game week three, as veteran quarterback Case Keenum makes his first appearance since 2023.

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Sam Gough’s journey from being ‘a hazard’ at PE to becoming Para Lionesses captain
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Sam Gough’s journey from being ‘a hazard’ at PE to becoming Para Lionesses captain

One of the best strikers in the world, the Scot talks about her career in blind football and the Euros Helga has spotted a pigeon just outside the changing rooms at Poltonhall Sports Complex in Bonnyrigg and it suddenly becomes clear from her ears, tongue and tail that she would very much like to chase it. But not today.

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Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history
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Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history

As memories of sandpapergate are rekindled by Australia's upcoming tour of South Africa, rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket's history.

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Former snooker world champion Graeme Dott jailed for child sexual abuse
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Former snooker world champion Graeme Dott jailed for child sexual abuse

Dott, 49, receives seven-year sentence after abusing a boy and a girl in what judge says was ‘gross violation of trust’ The former snooker world champion Graeme Dott has been jailed for seven years at the high court in Edinburgh after being convicted of sexually abusing two young children. In August, Dott was found guilty of…

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Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?
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Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?

Everyone is talking about Lexi Potter, the uncapped midfielder named in Sarina Wiegman's England squad for their World Cup qualifiers. Here is why.

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'Nice try!' | Wiegman swerves speculation over England future
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'Nice try!' | Wiegman swerves speculation over England future

SSN reporter Anton Toloui gets a light-hearted response from England boss Sarina Wiegman about her future with her contract set to end after next summer's World Cup in Brazil.

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The Breakdown | Hong Kong China’s minnows relish a Rugby World Cup baptism of fire
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The Breakdown | Hong Kong China’s minnows relish a Rugby World Cup baptism of fire

Debutants will face Australia and All Blacks and full-back Paul Altier admits he and his teammates are more used to ‘watching it as fans’ This time next year the Rugby World Cup will be looming large. Australia’s big party kicks off on 1 October 2027 when the host nation will be intent on replicating the feelgood factor…

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Ferrari back Vasseur amid speculation over future
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Ferrari back Vasseur amid speculation over future

Ferrari back Frederic Vasseur as their F1 team principal after former Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he would be interested in joining.

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American exodus: why do so many US NHL stars want out of Canada?
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American exodus: why do so many US NHL stars want out of Canada?

Players across the league are leaving their teams up north to return home. It’s prompted questions around money, tax rates, geopolitics and respect Back in September 1925, Frederick Wilson, sports editor at the Globe, explained the fear among hockey fans that Canadian teams might not be able to compete for players against the…

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Chloe Kelly and Ella Toone dropped by England after not hitting ‘expected’ level
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Chloe Kelly and Ella Toone dropped by England after not hitting ‘expected’ level

Chelsea’s Lexi Potter gets first call-up to face Greece Leah Williamson back after injury for World Cup playoff Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly have been dropped from England’s squad because of their performance levels by Sarina Wiegman, who has given a first call-up to the 20-year-old Chelsea midfielder Lexi Potter. Toone and Kelly…

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'Ferrari has made its choices' - Vasseur given full backing after Horner speculation
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'Ferrari has made its choices' - Vasseur given full backing after Horner speculation

Ferrari have reiterated their "full confidence" in Frederic Vasseur as team principal after speculation around his future was fuelled by Christian Horner suggesting interest in the role, with the Italian marque making clear it "has made its choices" around who leads the F1 team.

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Toone and Kelly left out of England squad for WC play-off with Greece
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Toone and Kelly left out of England squad for WC play-off with Greece

England manager Sarina Wiegman has named a 23-player squad for next month’s World Cup qualifying play-off against Greece, with Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly both missing out.

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Ex-snooker champion Dott jailed for child sex abuse
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Ex-snooker champion Dott jailed for child sex abuse

Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott has been sentenced to seven years in jail after being found guilty of sexually abusing two primary school-age children.

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Aston Villa sack manager Natalia Arroyo with club second-bottom of WSL
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Aston Villa sack manager Natalia Arroyo with club second-bottom of WSL

Villa have two points from first four league matches Arroyo took charge of women’s side in January 2025 Aston Villa have sacked their women’s manager Natalia Arroyo with the side second-bottom of the Women’s Super League with two points from four matches. Arroyo was appointed in January 2025 and guided Villa to safety before…

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Aston Villa sack boss Arroyo after winless WSL start
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Aston Villa sack boss Arroyo after winless WSL start

Aston Villa manager Natalia Arroyo is sacked following two defeats and two draws in their opening four matches of the Women's Super League season.

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MLB playoff predictions: are the Dodgers heading for an inevitable fall?
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MLB playoff predictions: are the Dodgers heading for an inevitable fall?

As the postseason starts with the wildcard round, our writers pick the dark horses, likely winners and the high seeds at risk of going out early The Mariners . The only active MLB team to have never appeared in a World Series came within a single win of ending that hoodoo last October and appeared poised to go one stage further…

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QB3 Keenum's 'extraordinary' effort lifts Bears over Eagles
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QB3 Keenum's 'extraordinary' effort lifts Bears over Eagles

In his first NFL start in 1,009 days, Chicago third-string quarterback Case Keenum, 38, led the Bears to a dominant 27-7 victory over the perennial NFC heavyweight Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, a performance coach Ben Johnson labeled "extraordinary."

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Bronny on LeBron's Lakers exit: 'He's got his own path'
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Bronny on LeBron's Lakers exit: 'He's got his own path'

Bronny James said he hasn't spoken much to his father, LeBron, about the decision to leave the Lakers this summer, but said he's excited to face him on Christmas.

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Poch: No punishment for Man City can repair severe damage done
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Poch: No punishment for Man City can repair severe damage done

United States manager, Mauricio Pochettino said Monday that it was "very difficult" to know what punishment Manchester City should receive for breaking the Premier League's financial fair play rules -- and severely damaging the competition.

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Mets exec Stearns: No 'mulligans' on Alonso's exit
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Mets exec Stearns: No 'mulligans' on Alonso's exit

David Stearns doesn't get a do-over. He knows that all too well, especially when it comes to getting players back that his organization let get away.

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Sirianni rues reaction to flagged hit on Hurts in Eagles' MNF loss
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Sirianni rues reaction to flagged hit on Hurts in Eagles' MNF loss

After a 27-7 loss to Chicago on Monday, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni expressed "remorse" over his reaction to a sideline hit by Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson on Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts that temporarily knocked his quarterback out of the first half.

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FIFA accuses European football chiefs of 'harassment' against Infantino
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FIFA accuses European football chiefs of 'harassment' against Infantino

FIFA has accused European football chiefs of "harassment" against Gianni Infantino and trying to influence the presidential election by "spreading misinformation" against him over the World Cup venture.

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Fifa accuses Uefa of 'misinformation campaign'
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Fifa accuses Uefa of 'misinformation campaign'

Uefa's suggestions that Fifa president Gianni Infantino "violated any law or ethical principle are categorically without merit" says world football's governing body.

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Fifa accuses Uefa of ‘harassment’ and ‘misinformation’ in push against Infantino
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Fifa accuses Uefa of ‘harassment’ and ‘misinformation’ in push against Infantino

Uefa accused of trying to influence presidential election Fifa court filing denies claim of FFE undervaluation Fifa accused Uefa of waging a “misinformation campaign” and trying to influence the race for its presidency as world football’s governing body urged a US ⁠court to reject a discovery ⁠request linked to a…

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How Manzambi became one of Europe's best young talents
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How Manzambi became one of Europe's best young talents

Aston Villa's summer signing Johan Manzambi has been nominated for the best young player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony. BBC Sport looks at his rise.

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‘Goodison Gazza’ Billy Kenny: ‘The only time I’ve had peace was when I was locked up’
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‘Goodison Gazza’ Billy Kenny: ‘The only time I’ve had peace was when I was locked up’

Everton’s great lost talent of the 90s explains the drinking culture that enveloped him as a teenager, his time in jail, struggles with depression and how he got clean “I was just a kid and no one was there for me,” Billy Kenny says as he wipes away the tears of hurt and regret on a September afternoon in Liverpool. “I’m angry…

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Every saint has a past: how man at heart of City’s first scandal became a United hero | Sean Ingle
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Every saint has a past: how man at heart of City’s first scandal became a United hero | Sean Ingle

Billy Meredith helped win City their first major honours more than a hundred years ago, was banned by the FA – then went and repeated the trick on the red side of Manchester When the Manchester City decision finally dropped, the Guardian’s verdict was damning. “FOOTBALL SENSATION – MANCHESTER CITY’S GRAVE OFFENCES – HEAVY…

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County cricket 2026 awards: the good, the bad and the best man
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County cricket 2026 awards: the good, the bad and the best man

Featuring: a teenager taking a debut hat-trick, a win for one of cricket’s nice guys, and a hard summer for ground staff Tom Norton Not many people take a hat-trick on their Championship debut. Even fewer when they’re a teenager.

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O'Reilly to miss Czech Republic game but Konsa in squad
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O'Reilly to miss Czech Republic game but Konsa in squad

Nico O'Reilly is ruled out of England's Nations League match against the Czech Republic on Tuesday night bu Ezri Konsa is set to be in the squad.

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Fury vs Joshua set to go ahead after issues resolved
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Fury vs Joshua set to go ahead after issues resolved

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua's first press conference is expected to go ahead in London on Wednesday after a number of issues were resolved.

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Keenum stars for Bears on first start since 2023
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Keenum stars for Bears on first start since 2023

Veteran quarterback Case Keenum throws for two touchdowns and rushes for another as the Chicago Bears beat the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL.

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Does Horner have a chance of Ferrari job? F1 Q&A
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Does Horner have a chance of Ferrari job? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

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Divide and Conquer and Al Qayed clash at Bath
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Divide and Conquer and Al Qayed clash at Bath

We have a busy day’s racing on Tuesday with action from Bath, Sedgefield and Wolverhampton, live on Sky Sports Racing...

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Czech Republic ready for Wembley 30 years after Euro '96
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Czech Republic ready for Wembley 30 years after Euro '96

The Czech Republic are returning to Wembley for a Nations League game with England, just over 30 years after their Euro '96 heartbreak there.

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