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FootballWrexham answer criticism with 4-1 win over Preston
After a midweek home defeat, Wrexham beat Preston in the Championship. Phil Parkinson said his side had to shut out the criticism.
FootballLampard believes Sakamoto has earned a stronger case for more Coventry City chances
Tatsuhiro Sakamoto made an impact against Newcastle United and strengthened his case for more playing time. Frank Lampard, though, says selection must continue to be based on merit.
BasketballBarça erase 14-point deficit but fall to Olympiacos in overtime
Barça reversed the momentum after trailing by 14 and pushed Olympiacos into extra time. The Greek side eventually took control during the five-minute overtime period.
GeneralLiverpool reportedly target Johan Manzambi for the winter transfer window
Liverpool are planning a move for Aston Villa midfielder Johan Manzambi. His contract runs until June 2030, while his club does not want to let him leave during the season.
FootballBordeaux make a winning start in Régional 1
Five months after their last official match, Bordeaux opened their campaign with a 2-0 win at the Stade Didier Deschamps de Bayonne.
GeneralEder García’s late goal earns Córdoba victory at Butarque
A late strike from Eder García gave Córdoba their second away win of the campaign. Leganés suffered a fourth straight defeat and finished with ten men after Morata was sent off.
GeneralDietmar Hamann says Luis Díaz is out of form at Bayern
The former player says the Colombian winger is well below his best. Luis Díaz has scored only twice this season, while Hamann is concerned about Bayern’s reliance on Olise.
GeneralInfantino apologises amid controversy over World Cup rights sale
In Zurich, the FIFA president apologised to Council members but provided neither the documents nor the answers sought about the proposed sale.
FootballSergio V. Jodar’s World Cup book reaches beyond Spain’s campaign
In “El Mundial de todos”, Sergio V. Jodar brings together 40 notes written during the competition. The book blends a record of the tournament with a personal, literary perspective.
GeneralChabab Belouizdad postpones first leg against AS Douanes
Chabab Belouizdad’s management has announced the postponement of its first-leg match in the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. The decision followed an official letter from the Confederation of African Football’s competitions committee.
BasketballVidorreta regrets not being able to persuade Sima to return
Txus Vidorreta explains why Yankuba Sima’s signing did not happen and discusses the response to the possibility. Unicaja is still looking for reinforcements in the paint.
GeneralHabib Oueslati’s brace gives Nawroz victory
Nawroz beat Al-Minaa 2-0 in the tenth round of the Iraq Stars League. Habib Oueslati scored twice, including a spectacular first goal.
FootballEzzalzouli has become a Betis threat beyond Barcelona’s reach
Hansi Flick praised Abdessamad Ezzalzouli ahead of Barcelona’s meeting with Real Betis. The winger’s rise also sheds light on the changing terms of his departure from the Catalan club.
FootballMaresca welcomes the return of inflatable bananas at City
At a press conference before Manchester City-Ipswich Town, Enzo Maresca celebrated the return of a historic symbol and discussed several issues concerning his team.
FootballDubois and Wardley reach career-heaviest weights before WBO title rematch
Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley both weighed in at career highs ahead of their WBO heavyweight title rematch. Dubois says they are both looking for power, while Wardley expects a battle of the same kind as their first.
FootballZidane’s son wants to write his own story in football
Zidane’s son says he wants to follow his father into football while building a career under his own name.
FootballJJ Gabriel set to announce his choice between Real Madrid and Barcelona
The young player’s family and agent say his destination will be revealed after his time at Manchester United ends. Real Madrid are reportedly in front, while Barcelona remains an option Gabriel wants.
FootballKompany leaves Bayern’s goalkeeping decision open before Leipzig
Vincent Kompany has yet to settle on Manuel Neuer for Bayern Munich’s match against Leipzig. A later report from Sky Sport names Jonas Urbig as the expected starter.
GeneralAnder Herrera says Manchester City should be stripped of its titles
The former Manchester United player believes Manchester City should not keep its Premier League titles after the club’s conviction in a financial-infractions case.
FootballArbeloa brushes off dismissal rumours: “One more week”
Asked about a possible sacking, Arbeloa shifted the focus to the club, players and supporters before describing preparations for the next match.
FootballIñigo Pérez wants Liverpool out of mind before Elche match
Ahead of the meeting with Elche, Iñigo Pérez says he is not thinking about Liverpool and wants his squad focused on La Liga.
GeneralYassine Khalifi targets Morocco’s senior team and dreams of the 2030 World Cup
The Sporting Charleroi midfielder wants to break into Morocco’s senior team and play at the 2030 World Cup. At 21, he says continued development and strong club performances will matter.
FootballRamón Planes says he wanted Abde Ezzalzouli “at any cost”
The former Barça executive revisited his decision to back the winger, describing a competitive player determined to improve.
FootballBarcola’s European hat-trick sparks debate over the Premier League
After scoring three times in Liverpool’s win over LASK, Barcola shared his view of football in England. His comments on the Premier League’s tactical level have sparked controversy.
FootballSaudi journalist says Salem Al-Dawsari’s Al-Hilal spell will end
A Saudi journalist says Salem Al-Dawsari will leave Al-Hilal at the end of the current season, citing the expected arrival of Humam Al-Hamami.
FootballAllegri downplays De Bruyne rift after Champions League clash
After Napoli’s defeat by Villarreal in the Champions League, Allegri described a misunderstanding with De Bruyne and denied being unhappy with the player.
GeneralTwo crucial matches lie ahead for Arbeloa’s Fulham
Fulham host Hull before travelling to face Coventry. The two fixtures matter for Álvaro Arbeloa, amid a fine and reports of discontent around his team.
Formula 1Colapinto urges fans to stop online abuse
The driver says he values his supporters but warns that attacks on others do not help him or his future.
GeneralHamza Abdelkarim is set to miss Barcelona’s match against Real Betis
The player trained with Barcelona’s reserve side ahead of a fourth-division match. Víctor Navarro says he will not feature for the first team against Real Betis.