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Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez
Chelsea have given interested clubs until 17:00 BST on Friday to make an offer of at least £120m for Enzo Fernandez, seeking to resolve uncertainty over the midfielder’s future before the new season. The deadline matters because Chelsea intend either to secure a sale at their valuation or fully reintegrate the Argentina international as a…
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Fernandes the centre of attention – but what next for Man Utd captain?
Bruno Fernandes received a rapturous reception from Manchester United supporters during a pre-season draw with Leeds at Croke Park, underlining his importance to the club and its fans. However, the captain’s future is uncertain as overseas clubs are reportedly interested and his contract is entering its final year, potentially creating a difficult decision for United.…
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Sophie Cunningham vs DiJonai Carrington: How two ex-football players collided in the ‘privilege’ debate
A confrontation between WNBA players Sophie Cunningham and DiJonai Carrington escalated a wider online argument about race and privilege. Carrington was ejected after striking Cunningham in the face during Saturday’s game, and a subsequent social-media post referring to “white privilege” intensified the debate. The article frames the incident as the culmination of months of conflict…
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Doue goal awarded on VAR after tight offside
Desire Doue’s goal gave Paris St-Germain the lead against Aston Villa in the second half of the Super Cup after a VAR review overturned an initial offside decision. The incident underlined VAR’s decisive role in closely contested matches, with the goal standing following a tight assessment. The BBC Sport clip was published 35 minutes ago…
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MI London hold on to beat Phoenix but fail to progress to eliminator
MI London beat Birmingham Phoenix by two runs at Edgbaston in the Men’s Hundred, but the narrow margin was insufficient to lift them into the top three. As a result, MI London were eliminated from the competition despite winning their final match. The result means MI London miss out on the eliminator, with qualification determined…
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Teenager Madgo scores equaliser for Villa
Seventeen-year-old Brian Madjo scored an equaliser for Aston Villa against Paris St-Germain in the Uefa Super Cup. The goal is notable because it came from a teenage player in a high-profile European match. The BBC clip reports that Madjo’s strike levelled the match for Villa against PSG. The video is available only to UK users…
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Guimaraes makes Arsenal debut in draw with Como
Bruno Guimaraes made an encouraging Arsenal debut in a 1-1 friendly draw with Como, shortly after completing his £75m move from Newcastle United. The Brazilian midfielder looked composed and quickly connected with supporters, offering early signs that he could strengthen Arsenal’s midfield before the competitive season begins. Myles Lewis-Skelly gave Arsenal a first-half lead, but…
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Atlético Madrid agree £34.2m deal for Cristian Romero
Atlético Madrid have agreed a £34.2m (€40m) fee to sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, with Spurs retaining a 15% sell-on clause. The move ends the Argentina defender’s five-year spell in north London and removes a key defensive leader following Tottenham’s narrow escape from Premier League relegation, while strengthening Atlético after their fourth-place La Liga finish.…
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Rybakina comeback knocks Osaka out of Canadian Open
Elena Rybakina recovered from a set and a break down to beat Naomi Osaka 4-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4 in the Canadian Open quarter-finals in Toronto. The victory sends Rybakina into the semi-finals, while Osaka’s defeat is followed by her withdrawal from the Cincinnati Open through fatigue ahead of the US Open. Osaka led 4-2 in…
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On This Day in 1969, Charley Pride Was Making Country Music History With His First Run at No. 1
On 12 August 1969, Charley Pride reached number one on the Hot Country Songs chart with “All I Have to Offer You (Is Me)”, marking his first chart-topper. The achievement was historically significant because he became the first Black artist to lead the country chart in 25 years and only the third to do so,…