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Premier League 2026-27 preview No 7: Coventry
Coventry City return to the Premier League after 25 years away, having won the Championship under Frank Lampard. Their promotion completes a long recovery from relegation, spells away from their home city and a period in League Two, although the team face a difficult task in adapting to a higher level with limited top-flight experience.…
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Kvaratskhelia and Madjo show us that the beautiful game can wash away Infantino’s stain | Nick Ames
Paris Saint-Germain beat Aston Villa to win the Uefa Super Cup, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s attacking display and Désiré Doué’s decisive contribution providing a vivid start to the European season. The article argues that the match offered a welcome reminder of football’s appeal amid continuing concern over Fifa president Gianni Infantino and the collapsed Fifa Forward…
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GB’s Hudson-Smith wins historic 400m gold on home track – highlights & report
Matthew Hudson-Smith won the men’s 400m gold at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, securing a third European title in the event on the track where he began competing as a child. The victory was especially significant because the 31-year-old, from Wolverhampton, raced at Alexander Stadium in front of a stand named after him.…
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More history made at Croke Park as Man Utd beat Leeds
Manchester United beat Leeds United on penalties after a 1-1 friendly draw at a sold-out Croke Park in Dublin, marking the first match there between two English clubs. The occasion underlined the stadium’s growing role beyond Gaelic games, following a summer of major sporting events and the relaxation of rules previously restricting ‘foreign’ sports. Joshua…
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How ‘hugely impressive’ Villa teen Madjo took fight to PSG
BBC pundits Nedum Onuoha and Stephen Warnock praised Aston Villa’s 17-year-old Brian Madjo after his goalscoring display against Paris St-Germain in the European Super Cup. Despite Villa’s 2-1 defeat, they said the teenager was “hugely impressive” for taking the game to one of Europe’s strongest sides. Madjo’s performance came in a high-profile match against PSG…
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Trump snaps back to economic warfare in struggle to make Iran tap out
President Trump’s efforts to bring the Iran war to an end have faltered several times. The U.S. military’s limited airstrike campaign did not move the needle. Trump’s threats to wipe Iran off the face of the earth didn’t either. Every time there appears to be a breakthrough in diplomatic talks, a wrench gets thrown in…
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Lukaku seals ’emotional’ move to Fenerbahce
Romelu Lukaku has joined Fenerbahce from Napoli, marking a return to Turkey for the Belgium striker, who lived there as a child while his father played professionally. The move gives Fenerbahce another high-profile forward as they attempt to end a long wait for the Turkish league title. The 33-year-old made only seven appearances for Napoli…
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Tulane Green Wave wins offseason ‘uniform wars’ with their Mardi Gras-inspired threads
Tulane’s Green Wave have been praised for their Mardi Gras-inspired football uniforms, with the article presenting the designs as a standout of the college football off-season. The focus is on the growing importance of alternate kits and helmets in helping programmes create excitement and strengthen their visual identity before the season begins. The article contrasts…
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Galatasaray submit Martinelli bid – Thursday’s gossip
Football transfer gossip reports several potential deals involving Premier League and European clubs. – Galatasaray have reportedly offered £38.4m for Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli. – Arsenal may sell Martin Zubimendi for at least £77m, with Chelsea interested. – Aston Villa have discussed signing Aaron Wan-Bissaka and proposed a Palhinha loan. – Newcastle are pursuing Benfica’s…
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Russell Westbrook retires after 18 wild NBA seasons, leaving behind one of basketball’s craziest careers
Russell Westbrook has announced his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons, ending a career defined by intense, high-energy play and a distinctive competitive style. The 37-year-old revealed the decision in a farewell video posted on X, signalling the end of one of modern basketball’s most memorable careers. The announcement was made on Wednesday and…