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Football gossip: Pickford, Lewandowski, Zidane, Osula, Rashford, Araujo

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Jordan Pickford set to sign new long-term Everton deal, Barcelona not planning to extend Robert Lewandowski's contract, while Newcastle United could allow William Osula leave.England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, 31 is set to extend his spell at Everton by signing a new long-term deal with the Toffees. (Times - subscription required), external Barcelona will not renew the contract of Poland striker Robert Lewandowski, 37, when his deal expires next summer. (Sport - in Spanish), externalBarcelona are ready to take up the option to make 27-year-old forward Marcus Rashford's loan move from Manchester United a permanent one following his impressive early season…

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Ben Davies: Wales and Tottenham Hotspur’s reluctant star

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When Davies was asked about that block before Wales met Slovakia again three years later, he simply remarked: "It's a good memory, but hopefully I won't have to do it again this time around."Those moments are all well and good, Davies thought, but he would prefer a straightforward victory, a clean sheet and, frankly, less of a fuss.By this time, however, he had already joined Tottenham, with whom he would play in one of the most extraordinary ties in Champions League history.Just 24 hours after Liverpool had overturned a 3-0 first-leg deficit to stun Barcelona at Anfield, Spurs mounted another…

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Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: Australia’s record win over India leaves captain Alyssa Healy one mountain left to climb

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That it took until Sunday's three-wicket win over India for them to complete their first ODI chase over 300, taking back their record for the highest in the women's 50-over format, is, in truth, a compliment to the bowlers that have worn canary yellow (OK, Australia gold) over the past 50 years.It is hard for their batters to hold a record if never given the chance.Ultimately, the result of Australia conceding 330 was captain Alyssa Healy being given an opportunity to produce her latest masterpiece.Then best known as the 19-year-old niece of renowned former Aussie wicketkeeper Ian, she debuted in…

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World Cup 2026: Which countries have qualified for the tournament?

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Ghana are the 21st team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup - and at least six more of the 48 places will be decided this week.Asia and Africa are where all of the latest guaranteed spots will come from, with two from Asia and four more from Africa up for grabs.Ghana booked their spot thanks to a 1-0 win over Comoros with Tottenham's Mohammed Kudus claiming the only goal. Mohamed Salah scored twice on Wednesday as Egypt beat Djibouti 3-0 to seal their place at a fourth World Cup.Algeria joined them on Thursday with Riyad Mahrez scoring in a…

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World Grand Prix Darts 2025 results: Luke Littler demolishes Luke Humphries to win title

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World champion Luke Littler clinically defeated world number one Luke Humphries 6-1 in Leicester to win his first World Grand Prix title.Littler, 18, was knocked out in the first round of the 'double-in and double-out' tournament on debut last year, but was more impressive throughout this campaign.His average was lower than Humphries' in the final, but he was ruthless throughout, winning five of his six sets in final-leg deciders to claim the £120,000 prize money.It gives Littler his seventh PDC major televised title - the joint seventh-highest in history.He has closed the gap between himself and leader Humphries to just…

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Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez released from hospital after stabbing

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Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez has been released from hospital and prison after he was stabbed in Indianapolis and arrested for his role in the incident.In a condition set by a judge, the 38-year-old had to be processed, which involved him having his fingerprints recorded and a head and shoulders photo taken, at Marion County Jail after leaving hospital.He was then released and briefly spoke to a reporter, saying he was slowly recovering from multiple stab wounds to his torso. "Sorry I can't answer all your questions," he said, adding that his recovery would be "a long process".Sanchez, a pundit…

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Wales v Belgium: Boss Craig Bellamy says ‘special moment coming’

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Wales' World Cup qualifier at home to Belgium on Monday already had the feel of a big game. Now, it has the makings of a defining night.That is because Wales' fate is back in their own hands, thanks to Belgium's goalless draw at home to North Macedonia on Friday.If Craig Bellamy's side win their three remaining games, they will top Group J and qualify automatically for next summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.That, though, is quite a big if.The most imposing hurdle to clear is arguably their next one.This might not be the Belgium that finished third…

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Shanghai Masters final: World number 204 Valentin Vacherot beats cousin Arthur Rinderknech

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The pair had played against each other at junior level and in college at Texas A&M University, but never at professional level.Rinderknech, 30, converted his first break point of the match in the third game as his opponent made a nervy start.With legendary 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer watching in the stands, Vacherot regained his composure as the rest of the set went with serve and Rinderknech took it 6-4.The second set was equally close before a superb backhand down the line gave Vacherot a crucial break to go 5-3 up, before holding to set up a decider.There was…

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Lionel Messi scores twice for Inter Miami after being rested by Argentina

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Lionel Messi scored twice in Inter Miami's 4-0 MLS win over Atlanta United, a day after being rested by Argentina for their friendly against Venezuela.Argentina captain Messi, 38, was called up for Friday's match against Venezuela at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, home of NFL side the Miami Dolphins, and Tuesday's game against Puerto Rico, which has been relocated from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale.With the MLS continuing during the international break it was not clear if Messi would play for Inter Miami on Saturday in their penultimate regular season match.The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner trained with Argentina during the…

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Baycurrent Classic: Xander Schauffele wins first title since 2024 Open

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Xander Schauffele won his first title since last year's Open Championship at the Baycurrent Classic in Japan.American Schauffele carded a final-round 64, featuring eight birdies, to finish one shot clear of compatriot Max Greyserman on 19-under at Yokohama Country Club.It was Schauffele's first event since the United States' Ryder Cup defeat by Europe at Bethpage Black in New York.The 31-year-old struggled with a rib injury at the start of the year which disrupted the momentum generated by his 2024 Open victory at Royal Troon, which came only two months after his maiden major win at the PGA Championship."It feels good,…

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