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Confederation of African Football unanimously backs FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid global dissent
The Confederation of African Football unanimously confirmed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino on August 6 amid criticism from other regions.
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Chelsea fined £10 million and given suspended transfer ban for FA agent rule breaches
Chelsea FC admitted 74 FA rule breaches and was fined £10 million with a suspended transfer ban until June 2027.
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England defender John Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer
John Stones has joined Serie A champions Inter Milan on a two-year deal after leaving Manchester City at contract expiry.
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F1 to End 2026 Season in Europe If Qatar and Abu Dhabi Races Canceled Due to Conflict
Formula 1 will conclude the 2026 season in Europe if Middle East Grands Prix in Qatar and Abu Dhabi are canceled amid regional conflict, CEO Stefano Domenicali said.
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Italy holds talks with Pep Guardiola for national team coach post with salary exceptions
Pep Guardiola has held talks with Italy's football federation to become head coach, with financial exceptions likely for his salary.
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WTA requires one-time SRY gene test for female tour eligibility starting July 21, 2026
The Women’s Tennis Association will mandate a one-time SRY gene test for all players to compete on the women’s tour starting July 21, 2026.
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Declan Rice cleared to start for England in World Cup semi-final against Argentina
England's Declan Rice is fit to start the World Cup semi-final versus Argentina despite recent illness and injury concerns.
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Michael Edwards leaves role as CEO of football at Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group
Michael Edwards stepped down as CEO of football at Fenway Sports Group on July 10, 2026, after overseeing key transitions at Liverpool FC.
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Alexia Putellas signs three-year deal with London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas signed with London City Lionesses on a three-year contract after leaving Barcelona.
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England defeats Mexico 3-2 in 2026 World Cup Round of 16 with Kane scoring key penalty
England beat Mexico 3-2 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 to reach the quarterfinals, with Harry Kane scoring a decisive penalty.
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Dallas police push Egypt team director and player during 2026 World Cup hotel incident
Dallas police pushed Egypt national team director Ibrahim Hassan and player Trezeguet at their hotel during the 2026 World Cup on July 3.
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Cape Verde exits 2026 World Cup after narrow extra-time loss to Argentina in Round of 32
Cape Verde made their World Cup debut in 2026, reaching the Round of 32 before losing 3-2 in extra time to Argentina.
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UEFA maintains World Cup boycott despite FIFA dropping private investment plan
UEFA continues to boycott men's and women's World Cups over failed private investment proposal involving FIFA President Infantino.
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Real Madrid sign Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in record €140m deal
Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig on a seven-year contract in a club-record transfer worth up to €140 million.
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Vinicius Jr extends Real Madrid contract until 2032 amid Arsenal interest
Vinicius Jr signed a six-year contract extension with Real Madrid through 2032, ending transfer speculation involving Arsenal.
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Djokovic and Sabalenka to Lead 16-Team Mixed Doubles Field at 2026 US Open
Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka will team up in the 2026 US Open mixed doubles, held August 25-26 before singles play begins.
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English football to trial rule penalizing teams for tactical goalkeeper injury stoppages
English football leagues will trial a new rule in 2026-27 penalizing teams that exploit goalkeeper injury breaks for tactical gain.
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Italy considered Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola for national team coach before Guardiola declined
Italy approached Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola to coach the national team after Gennaro Gattuso's April resignation before Guardiola declined the offer.
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Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert charged by FA over spying on opponents
Tonda Eckert faces three FA misconduct charges for spying on rival clubs' training sessions from December 2025 to May 2026.
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Consortium led by Amit Bhatia in talks to buy minority stake in Liverpool FC
Liverpool FC owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed talks with an Amit Bhatia-led consortium to sell a strategic minority stake.
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Chelsea signs England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for £117 million fee
Chelsea has signed 23-year-old England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a club-record £117 million.
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Manchester United sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million
Manchester United signed Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year contract for £35 million.
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Haeran Ryu sets LPGA major record with 11-under 60 to lead Evian Championship
Haeran Ryu shot a record 11-under 60 in the third round of the 2026 Evian Championship to hold a three-shot lead.
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Neymar signals international retirement after Brazil's shock World Cup loss to Norway
Neymar, Brazil’s all-time leading scorer, hinted at retiring from international football following their 2-1 World Cup round of 16 loss to Norway.