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The Guardian view on Gianni Infantino: in the interests of the game he professes to love, he should go | Editorial
The Guardian editorial argues that Gianni Infantino should resign as Fifa president after plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private equity were leaked and then abandoned. It says the episode has seriously damaged his authority and could trigger a wider conflict within world football if he remains in office. Infantino issued…
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I love football, so I support lots of clubs | Letters
Readers debate football loyalty after an article about changing allegiances. One writer says Millwall remains his main club but argues that affection for other teams can grow through friendships, family and memorable matches, while another insists switching sides risks being labelled a “plastic fan”. A QPR supporter takes a more personal view, describing decades of…
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Sunrisers knock out three sides with win over Phoenix
Sunrisers Leeds beat Birmingham Phoenix by nine wickets at Edgbaston, ending Phoenix’s hopes of reaching The Hundred’s knockout stage and also eliminating MI London and London Spirit. The emphatic result boosts Sunrisers’ own qualification prospects, moving them into fourth place and close to the final knockout position. Phoenix made 107-9 from 100 balls, led by…
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NBA star Kyrie Irving got his apology, but four COVID-era athletes still waiting for theirs from the media
The article argues that Dallas Mavericks player Kyrie Irving has received a belated media apology for his decision not to be vaccinated against COVID-19, which reportedly cost him millions of dollars in earnings. It presents ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith’s comments as unusual accountability and suggests other athletes from the pandemic period should receive similar…
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Sheffield Wednesday Should Sign Former Striker – vitalfootball.co.uk
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McGregor begins knee rehabilitation after UFC 329 injury
Conor McGregor says he is beginning his recovery and intends to return to fighting after successful surgery on the knee injury that ended his UFC comeback against Max Holloway. His remarks underline his determination to resume his career despite a run of defeats and serious injuries, although questions remain over whether he can return to…
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Mexico and Peru restore diplomatic relations after asylum row
Mexico and Peru have restored diplomatic relations after a nine-month dispute over Mexico granting asylum to former Peruvian prime minister Betssy Chávez. The move signals a thaw following a change of leadership in Peru and reopens formal co-operation between two countries that cited their historic friendship and commitment to international law. Chávez sought asylum at…
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Barca cancel friendly in Morocco after Ceuta border crisis
Barcelona have cancelled a planned pre-season friendly against Ittihad Riadi Tangier in Morocco, citing uncertainty amid the Ceuta border crisis. The decision highlights how the humanitarian and political tensions surrounding the Spanish enclave are affecting sporting events and preparations for the new football season. Around 78,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Ceuta by sea last…
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Palace sign defender Tomiyasu after pre-season trial
Crystal Palace have signed Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu after he impressed during a pre-season trial. The 27-year-old arrives as a free agent and adds versatility and top-level experience to a Palace side rebuilding under new manager Pierre Sage following Maxence Lacroix’s move to Chelsea. Tomiyasu, who has 46 Japan caps and was in the country’s…
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Ex-Obama, Biden diplomat blasts former boss’ border failures: ‘They woke up too late’
Former Interior Secretary and US Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar criticised the Biden administration’s handling of the southern border, saying it “woke up too late” to the crisis. He argued that insufficient priority for Mexico and the wider Americas, alongside weak planning and communication, allowed Donald Trump to make border security a major political advantage.…