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Milan leads Virtus Bologna and Rome for largest budget in Italy
A La Gazzetta dello Sport report shows Armani Olimpia Milan outspending fellow Italian clubs as budgets rise.
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Man City legal fight could spiral out of control - Purslow
Manchester City's legal fight with the Premier League has the potential to "spiral out of control" a former top club executive has warned.
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Republic of Ireland news conference delayed before controversial Israel game
The Republic of Ireland delay the pre-match news conference planned for Sunday's Uefa Nations League game against Israel in Hungary - a fixture campaigners have called on...
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Ngumoha not in England squad to face Spain
Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha is not named in England's matchday squad for Saturday's Nations League opener against Spain.
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Partizan’s Carlik Jones nets EuroLeague Round 1 MVP honors
The first Most Valuable Player of the Round for the 2026–27 EuroLeague Regular Season, Carlik Jones, leads Partizan Mozzart Bet to victory with a dominant performance.
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The teething troubles with Man Utd's tactics under Olid
Eva Olid promised high-possession attacking football at Manchester United, so why has it not worked yet?
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The issues Mourinho is struggling to fix at Real
Jose Mourinho only returned to Real Madrid in July but a lot needs to improve in order for there to be a title race in La Liga.
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Bellamy support crucial after serious injury - Wales' Burns
Winger Wes Burns hopes to repay Craig Bellamy's support during a long-term injury by making an impact for Wales in the Nations League.
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Yabusele survives Celtics jersey gift in ‘Feeling Awkard’ season premiere
The season premiere of Eurohoops’ comedy series with Nikos Pantelis features Guerschon Yabusele facing uncomfortable questions about his career, buyouts, and bench roles.
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Ward appointed Liverpool's sporting director
Julian Ward becomes Liverpool's sporting director for the second time following the departure of Richard Hughes.
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Celtic have McKenna among standby targets - gossip
Celtic hierarchy have list of options if a mid-season change of manager is required...
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Atkinson counts on Hezonja to deliver: “He’s going to surprise some people”
Mario Hezonja prepares for training camp with the Cleveland Cavaliers as head coach Kenny Atkinson expects a major impact.
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Pocognoli may require patience to deliver on Scotland shake-up
A new era begins for Scotland, with Sebastien Pocognoli leading a refreshed squad into the Nations League campaign.
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Why are Northern Ireland playing Ukraine in Slovakia?
Northern Ireland will head to Slovakia to face Ukraine in the Nations League.
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The MMA fighter helping Brighton - and filling stadiums
From helping Brighton with set pieces to fighting in front of nearly 60,000 people - meet MMA star Christian Eckerlin, who competes at Oktagon 94 in Frankfurt on Saturday...
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Alperen Sengun aims beyond the paint: “Probably corner threes”
A new training regimen helps Alperen Sengun expand his shooting range under shooting coach Chip Engelland's expert guidance at the Houston Rockets.
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Do England have a problem against top-10 teams?
As England prepare to take on Spain in their opening Nations League match, BBC Sport takes a look at whether they have a problem when faced with teams in the world top 10...
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Charles brothers 'brilliant' in NI's landmark win
The Charles brothers led the way for Northern Ireland at both ends of the field during the side's Nations League win over Georgia in Tbilisi.
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The computer hacker who tried to take down Man City
BBC Sport travelled to Portugal to find out more about Rui Pinto - the computer hacker who sparked the Manchester City investigation.
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Sergio de Larrea reflects on Spanish childhood idols: “Tried to be like them”
Instant chemistry with Santi Aldama and learning from Kyrie Irving, Sergio de Larrea is ready to take the next step with the Dallas Mavericks.
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