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We’re at the business end of the group stage and 15 of the 18 counties are still in the hunt for knockout places By the 99.94 Cricket Blog This article is from The 99.94 Cricket Blog Continue reading...

The 25-year-old excelled during promotion campaign Brighton goalkeeper completes permanent switch Coventry have completed the club-record £22.5m signing of goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton as Frank Lampard’s side continue to prepare for their return to the Premier League after 25 years away. The 25-year-old excelled on loan at Coventry in the Championship last season, playing an instrument…

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Senior Fifa duo pile pressure on under-fire president Wenger reveals he knew nothing about investment plan Gianni Infantino’s authority was dealt a further blow after his No 2, the Fifa secretary general Mattias Grafström, called the failed World Cup private investment plan a “sad and reproachable series of events”. In further evidence that senior Fifa personnel continue to distance themselves fr…

Individual time trial – live updates from 13.34 BST/14.34 CET Threat of wildfires could force re-route of Mont Ventoux stage Email John | Sign up for The Recap Monday saw that amazing breakaway victory. Haugset’s spectacular solo effort surprised the peloton’s leading teams and on the eve of the 21km individual time trial, from Gevrey‑Chambertin to Dijon, she leads by 2min 2sec from Kim Le Court.…

Midfielder adapting to life under new manager Reds need ‘something special’ without further additions Dominik Szoboszlai believes last season’s frustration can push Liverpool to challenge for the title again but admits the squad must produce “something special” if no reinforcements arrive before the transfer deadline. The Liverpool midfielder upped his already impressive level last season, being …

Today’s rumours broke you once, made you strong Cody Gakpo ’s performances went south last season and now his entire personage might follow, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly preparing an offer in the region of £70m to bring him to north London. There appears to be some mixed messages floating around about this potential deal. The Mail say Liverpool “have no plans to sell Gakpo” and that “it woul…

Confederation which represents Americas unhappy Pressure growing on the beleaguered Fifa president A number of Concacaf countries are considering following Europe’s lead by formally removing their support for the Fifa president Gianni Infantino. All 41 members of Concacaf, the confederation which represents North America, Central America and the Caribbean, are understood to have submitted letters…

Their rise is down to smart scouting and clever links with celebrities such as Eduardo Camavinga and Travis Scott By Get French Football News Alverca have been busy in the last few years. They have shot up the Portuguese pyramid while changing owners, buying a whole new squad and bringing in one of the world’s most famous footballers as a co-owner. The club’s sporting director, Fernando Malta, sa…

Player has spoken for first time since he quit Test cricket Former captain expresses surprise Brook not given post Ben Stokes has rejected suggestions he could reverse his recent England retirement and return for the 2027 Ashes. The former national team captain says he wants to stay in the game and “would love to be coach of England one day”. Speaking for the first time since his shock decision i…

UFC says Nascimento died in his sleep Brazilian flyweight was 34 years old Last fought in split-decision loss in June UFC fighter Allan Nascimento has been found dead at home at the age of 34, the organisation has announced. The Brazilian flyweight was pronounced dead after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep. Continue reading...

The former player and one-time bin man admits he has not always believed he could be a head coach but the Blues’ recent formula suggests he may succeed in the State of Origin cauldron The retired winger was once likened to The Simpsons’ character Sideshow Bob for his distinctive hair. He was a late bloomer as a player who worked as a garbage collector and barman before winning rugby league’s high…

Cycling legend on living with a stage 4 diagnosis, fundraising with Miguel Induráin and why Andy Burnham could be key to his ambition of helping others Sir Chris Hoy arrives a couple of minutes late and the apologies roll from him. I don’t have a chance to tell the six‑time Olympic sprint cycling champion that waiting an hour for a star interviewee is more common. Hoy is already deep into a story…

Cooper misses final night of Commonwealth Games meet Relay gold medallist’s absence ‘in conflict with team expectations’ Gold medal-winning swimmer Isaac Cooper has stepped down from Australian swimming’s leadership group after preferring a drinking session to supporting his teammates at the pool at the Commonwealth Games. The 22-year-old missed the final night of competition in Glasgow as well a…

Benjamin Nygren was quickly back on the goal trail as Celtic began the defence of their Premiership title with a 1-0 home win over Dundee. Before the game, Celtic fans cheered as the captain, Callum McGregor, unfurled the flag which confirmed again a 14th title win in 15 seasons. It was all a bit flat in a first half with Martin O’Neill’s side struggling to get into their stride as the visitors p…