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McGregor’s UFC Comeback Ends in 69 Seconds After Knee Injury at UFC 329
Conor McGregor’s long-awaited return to professional fighting concluded almost immediately at UFC 329 in Las Vegas, where a knee injury forced the conclusion of his bout against Max Holloway just 69 seconds into the octa
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Footballers more likely to suffer depression and anxiety – study
A new study by Imperial College London has found that former professional footballers are considerably more likely than the general population to experience depression, anxiety and difficulties with thinking and decision-making in mid-life. Described as the first and largest study of its kind, the research adds to mounting scrutiny over the long-term impact of heading…
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McGregor injured 69 seconds into UFC comeback
Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon against Max Holloway at UFC 329 lasts just 69 seconds after the Irishman suffers a knee injury.
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Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham against dazzled England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time records.
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Embolo sent off as result of mistaken identity rule
Switzerland’s Breel Embolo becomes first player to be sent off as a result of a new law for mistaken identity at the World Cup.
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Alvarez’s stunning strike gives Argentina lead against 10-man Switzerland
Argentina have regained the lead against Switzerland in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final, with Julian Alvarez scoring what BBC Sport described as a stunning strike during extra time in Kansas City. The goal came with Switzerland reduced to ten men, and it moved Argentina back in front in a closely contested knockout tie. The…
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Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland in extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals
Argentina reached the World Cup semi-finals with a 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium, in a match that swung from comfort to jeopardy before a moment of individual brilliance settled it. Alexis Mac Allister’s early header put Argentina ahead, but a spirited Switzerland levelled through Dan Ndoye midway through the second half,…
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Pimblett makes title claim with 52-second win at UFC 329
Liverpool’s Paddy Pimblett submits Benoit Saint-Denis in just 52 seconds at UFC 329 to strengthen his claim for a lightweight title shot.
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Argentina provide reality check for Wales
After back-to-back Test wins against Italy and Fiji, Wales were well beaten in San Juan with Argentina more than good value for their 35-21 victory.
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Tuchel angry at ‘lucky’ and ‘sloppy’ England – can ‘mentality’ be enough?
England have reached the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup after an incident-filled quarter-final win over Norway in Miami, secured in extra time by a Jude Bellingham double. Despite the achievement, manager Thomas Tuchel was openly critical of his side, describing the performance as “lucky” and “sloppy” and saying England had “made life very, very…