FIFA sets December 15 as release date for AFCON-bound players

FIFA has announced December 15 as the official date for releasing players participating in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, providing relief to European clubs that were worried about losing important players too early in the season. The updated date allows clubs to keep their African players for an extra week before they join their […]

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Strasbourg Suspend Chelsea-Bound Emanuel Emegha Over Breach of Club Values

Strasbourg have suspended striker Emanuel Emegha ahead of their Ligue 1 match against Toulouse, citing a failure to adhere to the club’s values and regulations. The move comes just months before the Dutch forward is set to join Chelsea in the summer. Emegha agreed to a pre-contract deal with the Premier League side in September […]

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Pimblett to Face Gaethje for Interim Lightweight Title as Harrison Battles Nunes at UFC 324

Las Vegas is set to host one of the biggest UFC events of early 2026 as Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett challenges Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324 on January 24. The Liverpudlian secured his title shot after a dominant knockout of Michael Chandler in April, continuing a six-fight winning streak that […]

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England Cricket Legend Robin Smith Dies Aged 62

Robin Smith, former England batsman renowned for his fearless strokeplay and signature square cut shot, has died at the age of 62, his family has confirmed. Smith represented England in 62 Test matches and 71 one-day internationals between 1988 and 1996, including as part of the squad that finished runners-up in the 1992 Cricket World […]

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Serena Williams Rules Out Tennis Comeback Despite ITIA Registration

Serena Williams has dispelled rumours of a return to professional tennis, even after registering with the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA). The 23-time Grand Slam champion, widely regarded as one of the sport’s all-time greats, has not competed since her farewell at the 2022 US Open. In a social media post on Tuesday, Williams wrote: […]

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Chris Eubank Jr Vows Comeback After Health Setbacks in Rematch with Conor Benn

Chris Eubank Jr has confirmed he plans to return to boxing, but only once he is “back to 100 per cent,” with no clear timeline for his comeback. The 36-year-old, who defeated Conor Benn in their first fight in April, lost last month’s rematch on points after being knocked down twice and showing a noticeably […]

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Tom Aspinall Diagnosed With Rare Eye Condition After UFC Title Fight Ends in No-Contest

Tom Aspinall has been diagnosed with Brown’s syndrome in both eyes following an accidental eye poke that cut short his UFC heavyweight title defence against Ciryl Gane in October. The rare condition, which affects upward movement in the eye, has left the Salford-born fighter experiencing double vision, reduced eye mobility, impaired visual function, and significant […]

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Emma Raducanu Finds Renewal After Stalking Ordeal, Says She No Longer Feels the Need to Hide

Emma Raducanu says she has moved beyond the emotional distress caused by a stalking incident earlier this year, explaining that the experience initially left her in tears during a match at the Dubai Open. Speaking at the National Tennis Centre, the British tennis star shared how the ordeal affected her both on and off the […]

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Brazil Coach Ancelotti May Exclude Vinicius and Neymar from 2026 World Cup Squad

Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil’s head coach, has hinted that star forwards Vinicius Jr. and Neymar might not make the cut for the 2026 World Cup. In a recent conversation with Esporte Record, Ancelotti stressed the importance of fitness and consistent performance for players aiming to join his squad. He noted that only those at peak condition […]

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EPL: Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo to Miss Three Matches After Red Card Against Arsenal

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has been handed a three-match suspension following his dismissal in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Premier League leaders Arsenal. The Ecuadorian was penalised for a heavy challenge on Mikel Merino late in the game. Referee Anthony Taylor initially issued a yellow card, but the decision was overturned after VAR advised a review […]

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