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England could walk off if players racially abused in Argentina
England captain Jamie George has said the team are considering walking off the pitch if any player suffers racial abuse during Saturday’s Nations Championship match against Argentina, following an incident marred by such abuse during last year’s fixture in San Juan. That game saw England replacements Asher Opoku-Fordjour and Chandler Cunningham-South racially abused, an incident…
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Keep calm and carry on – Spain trust team identity to deliver World Cup
In a BBC column ahead of the World Cup 2026 final, former Chelsea and Spain defender Cesar Azpilicueta explains why he believes Spain’s consistency and collective mentality make them favourites to beat Argentina on Sunday and win a second World Cup, echoing their 2010 triumph. He argues Spain’s strength lies not in individual brilliance but…
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Genuine hope may have been fleeting for England. But it was still life-affirming | Max Rushden
In this Guardian opinion column, writer Max Rushden reflects on England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, using the match to explore the nature of sporting hope. He argues that hope in football is fleeting and often overshadowed by fear, but concludes that even brief hope is worthwhile rather than something to be dreaded, pushing…
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Two record-equalling 62s at The Open – and two different reactions
At Royal Birkdale, Australia’s Lucas Herbert and American Sam Burns both carded eight-under-par rounds of 62 during the second round of The Open, equalling the record for the lowest round in men’s major championship history. Herbert had a putt on the final hole to become the first player ever to shoot 61 in a major,…
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IPL 2026 Powers India’s JioStar to $1.14 Billion Quarter and Streaming Record
JioStar, India’s leading media platform, posted revenue of INR10,946 crore ($1.14 billion) for the quarter ending 30 June 2026, a 14% year-on-year rise fuelled by subscription growth and stronger digital advertising. The results were driven largely by the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament, which reached a combined 1.2 billion viewers across digital and linear…
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‘Fantastic finish’ – Burns holes out from bunker on 18 to tie round record
Sam Burns joins Lucas Herbert in equalling the record for lowest round at a men’s major, with a score of 62 during the second round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale golf club.
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Robbie Williams shares new version of Official Fifa Anthem ‘Desire’ featuring Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini ahead of World Cup final
Robbie Williams has released a new version of the official FIFA World Cup anthem ‘Desire’, now featuring Nicole Scherzinger alongside Laura Pausini, ahead of the tournament’s closing ceremony. The updated track builds on the original Williams-Pausini duet, which became the first-ever official FIFA anthem after Williams was named the organisation’s Music Ambassador, and the three…
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‘Oh dear’ – Herbert bogeys 18th to miss out on record-breaking round of 61
Australia’s Lucas Herbert came agonisingly close to setting the record for the lowest round ever shot in a men’s major championship, only to fall short after bogeying the final hole of his second round at the 2026 Open Championship. Herbert missed a five-foot putt on the 18th at Royal Birkdale Golf Club that would have…
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Liverpool midfielder Szoboszlai signs new five-year deal
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has signed a new five-year contract, ending months of speculation about his future and keeping him at Anfield until 2031. The deal, agreed after talks between his representatives and sporting director Richard Hughes accelerated in recent weeks, comes after the Hungarian was Liverpool’s standout performer last season and is seen as…
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Sheffield Wednesday Look To Boost Promotion Chances – Football Lowdown
Sheffield Wednesday are reported to be progressing in talks to sign former Millwall midfielder Billy Mitchell on a free transfer. The proposed move could strengthen their midfield as the club seek promotion from League One, following an active summer of recruitment. The 25-year-old was released by Millwall after helping them reach the Championship play-offs, making…