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Minnesota governor Tim Walz recruits LeBron James to the Timberwolves
In a unique lifestyle-driven pitch, Minnesota governor Tim Walz publicly boosts the free-agency chase for LeBron James to help the Minnesota Timberwolves land the legenda...
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Three killed in Mexico City World Cup celebrations
More than one million people took to the streets of Mexico City on Tuesday to mark the country's win over Ecuador.
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ASVEL officially secures defensive mastermind Nick Weiler-Babb until 2028
Nick Weiler-Babb completes his move to LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne, inking a two-year contract.
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Beccacece reign as Ecuador manager over after exit
Ecuador manager Sebastian Beccacece says he is leaving his role following his side's World Cup exit against Mexico.
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Neil wants to meet 'expectation' after joining Rangers
Dan Neil expects "a very similar feeling" of trying to meet expectations after joining Rangers from Sunderland on a three-year deal.
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Where and how to watch World Cup Qualifiers live this week
Top nations are back with the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers and the first of two FIBA summer windows.
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Rangers sign Neil following Sunderland exit
Rangers have signed midfielder Dan Neil on a three-year contract.
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Time for Tuchel to show hand as England enter World Cup danger zone
England coach Thomas Tuchel must now play his strongest hand as he enters the danger zone in a World Cup of shocks, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
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Kameron Taylor pens two-year extension with Valencia
Valencia retains its star swingman long-term as Kameron Taylor signs a contract extension keeping him in Spain through 2028.
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Villa sign Denmark striker Vangsgaard
Amalie Vangsgaard says she is "very excited for this new adventure" after joining Aston Villa from Juventus.
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Jacquet completes £60m move to Liverpool
Liverpool have completed the £60m signing of Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.
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New Sky research reveals postcode lottery leaving girls behind in sport
The sports participation gap between girls and boys is significantly wider in certain parts of the UK, new research commissioned by Sky has revealed.
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Brissett extends with Maccabi: “I’m so excited to continue playing for Oded”
Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv announces a two-year contract extension with 28-year-old Oshae Brissett.
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I've had death threats over Clark incident - Thomas
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas says she has received death threats and racist abuse after an incident with Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark.
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Transfers, Palmer and Fernandez: The big Chelsea problems Alonso must solve
Xabi Alonso has officially started work as Chelsea manager, inheriting one of the biggest jobs in football.
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Shaquielle McKissic inks contract with Turk Telekom after leaving Olympiacos
After becoming a EuroLeague champion, 35-year-old Shaquielle McKissic takes his talents to the BKT EuroCup.
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Celtic may seek to sign Gineitis as Engels replacement - gossip
Celtic linked with Lithuania midfielder, Rangers player liked by Atalanta and Dundee defender set for seven-figure move.
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Fifa explains decision to rule out Germany goal
Fifa says coaches and players were told before the World Cup referees will punish the type of foul that saw Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay ruled out.
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Mexico rampant at fortress Azteca - and England could be next
Mexico have won all four games and not conceded a goal at this World Cup. Their last-16 opponents must also contend with playing at the Azteca Stadium.
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I'd have done the same to get him sent off - 20 years since Rooney's red card
Former England striker Wayne Rooney talks about his red card in the 2006 World Cup quarter-final against Portugal, and the reaction of his then teammate Cristiano Ronaldo...
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