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Man Utd bring in Leicester goalkeeper Leitzig
Manchester United have signed goalkeeper Janina Leitzig from Leicester City for an undisclosed fee, strengthening their squad ahead of the new Women’s Super League season. The move gives United an experienced 27-year-old goalkeeper, while Leicester lose another player following their relegation from the WSL. Leitzig is believed to have agreed a three-year contract after United…
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The “15-year goal” Tom Holland set in 2017 that he’s no closer to achieving
Tom Holland has yet to fulfil a long-term ambition he set out in 2017: directing a film within 15 years. The actor, best known for playing Spider-Man, said he wanted to move behind the camera after gaining more experience, but there is no indication that he has begun directing professionally. Holland was around 21 when…
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You can be a hero or a coward, I’m trying to be the hero – Joshua
Anthony Joshua says he is trying to be “the hero” as he prepares to fight heavyweight Kristian Prenga on Saturday, his first bout since two close friends died in a car crash in December 2025. He acknowledged feeling slightly nervous, underscoring the personal significance of the return. Joshua believes a victory over Prenga would put…
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Who am I? Guess The Hundred cricket star No 4
BBC Sport has published the fourth instalment of its “Who am I?” quiz series for The Hundred, inviting readers to identify a player taking part in the 2026 tournament. The interactive game releases clues after incorrect guesses, with fewer attempts earning more points. The quiz is part of BBC Sport’s coverage of The Hundred, which…
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Gymnast Amankwaah following in Fragapane’s footsteps
Seventeen-year-old Shantae Amankwaah will make her Commonwealth Games debut for England in Glasgow, hoping to follow the path of fellow Bristol gymnast Claudia Fragapane. The youngest gymnast in England’s squad, Amankwaah says the opportunity is surreal and wants to enjoy the experience, while recognising that a medal would be welcome. Amankwaah, from the Bristol Hawks…
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Man Utd mascot, six, hit by club’s ticket tout crackdown
Manchester United has restricted the season-ticket account of six-year-old supporter and former mascot Ruairi as part of a wider effort to tackle ticket touting. His mother, Katie, says the decision prevents her from applying for an away ticket for the opening Premier League match against Hull and could mean he misses the game, despite the…
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What’s on for Team NI on first day of Commonwealth Games?
Team Northern Ireland athletes begin a busy first full day of competition at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with events across bowls, swimming, boxing and gymnastics. The schedule matters because several competitors could advance from morning heats or qualification rounds into evening medal-deciding sessions. Gary Kelly plays New Zealand’s Shannon McIlroy in men’s singles…
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Cristian Volpato’s licence suspended after alleged cocaine roadside test
Australia midfielder Cristian Volpato has had his international driving licence suspended for six months after police stopped him twice for alleged speeding in Sydney and said he returned a positive roadside cocaine test. The result remains subject to further analysis, while New South Wales Police continue their inquiries; Football Australia and the players’ union said…
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Multiple injured after floatplane makes emergency landing, catches fire off Washington coast
Multiple people were injured after a Kenmore Air floatplane made an emergency landing near Sucia Island off Washington state on Thursday, before catching fire. The incident prompted a large rescue operation involving the US Coast Guard and other emergency responders. Authorities said the aircraft came down in waters off the Washington coast, though the supplied…
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The two days which could make or break Fury-AJ
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are expected to meet later this year in what is being billed as British boxing’s biggest fight, but both must first win separate warm-up bouts on consecutive days. Fury faces Mariusz Wach in Thailand on Friday, while Joshua fights Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia on Saturday; their signed agreement remains…