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Travellers move on to football pitches at popular Steel City Sports Ground in Sheffield
An unauthorised traveller encampment occupied football pitches at a popular sports ground in Sheffield before later leaving, bringing the incident to a close. The main significance was the temporary disruption to a well-used community sports site and the concern such occupations can cause for clubs, players and nearby residents. The available reporting indicates the group…
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‘I didn’t think I’d live to this age’ – Howard’s inspiring journey to The Open
BBC Sport NI speaks to Irish golfer David Howard, who discusses being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis aged seven and qualifying for The Open at Royal Birkdale.
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American Elfath to referee England v Argentina
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
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Could England cause the Open final round to move?
The Open Championship could bring forward Sunday’s last round tee times to avoid a clash with the World Cup final, if England make it.
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Husband who raped and murdered wife before trying to make it look like suicide jailed for 33 years
‘Coercive and controlling’ Michael Thompson, 56, suffocated his ex, Kimberley Thompson, 43, a civil servant and award-winning basketball coach, in the middle of the night last August.
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The agony and ecstasy of World Cup penalty shootouts – in pictures
Ever since France midfielder Alain Giresse struck the World Cup’s first shootout penalty in 1982, a total of 342 players have stepped up to face the goalkeeper for the most nerve wracking test in football. We take a look at some of the players who took their shot at glory from the spot Continue reading…
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Half a million people stopped paying BBC licence fee in the past year – after it rose to £180
The BBC’s new director-general, Matt Brittin, pictured at Wimbledon, has described the broadcaster as facing a ‘moment of real jeopardy’.
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Wales keeper Darlow joins Man Utd after Leeds exit
Manchester United sign veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow after his contract expires at Leeds.
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What’s next at Liverpool for Argentina’s proven winner Mac Allister?
After a poor season at Liverpool, Alexis Mac Allister is back thriving for Argentina – so what does his future look like at Anfield?
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Barry’s journey from Accrington Stanley to World Cup semi-final
His playing career peaked at Accrington Stanley – now Anthony Barry is Thomas Tuchel’s right-hand man in England’s bid for World Cup glory.