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FootballPablo García, an under-21 international, says he wants to score against Real Betis at his first opportunity to face his former club. He maintains that his summer departure, after being with Betis since pre-benjamin level, was accepted by both parties.
GeneralThe Houston Rockets center believes GTA 6’s release on November 19 will temporarily lower performance levels across sports leagues. In the United States, companies are already expecting losses of several million dollars from absenteeism on the same day.
FootballThe 2-1 derby victory over Real Madrid at the Metropolitano provided a special birthday present for Alejandro Grimaldo, Johnny Cardoso and Jose Eulogio Gárate. The first two started the match, while the Atlético legend was also celebrating the special date.
FootballThree weeks after his departure, Pablo García has explained the shock he felt when he had to pack his bags and end a 15-year spell at Betis. Now at Racing de Santander, he says he is happy with his new start without denying his feelings for his former club.
FootballValencia have officially appointed Javier Aguirre as head coach of their first team. The 67-year-old Mexican takes over with the club in the relegation places after seven matchdays.
FootballBack in south-west London, Steven Sessegnon has reunited with his family and a familiar environment after a difficult spell at Wigan. His first league start for AFC Wimbledon ended in a 2-0 win over Bromley on September 7.
FootballChelsea, managed by Xabi Alonso, have conceded 12 goals, the highest total in the Premier League. Sitting 10th and without a win for three matchdays, the club has drawn concern from John Terry, who describes the situation as “really unacceptable”.
GeneralFerran Adrià has always made his position clear in the debate over tortilla with or without onion. The co-owner of elBulli places mastery of this traditional recipe at the heart of any culinary ambition.
GeneralMax Verstappen now knows his team-mate for 2027: Red Bull Racing have officially announced Isack Hadjar’s contract extension. The Frenchman is due to return to competition this weekend in Baku after an absence caused by a left-wrist injury.
FootballShort of playing time in San Sebastián, Take Kubo sees Japan’s training camp as an opportunity to get back on the pitch. The forward also says he has fully recovered from his knee sprain.
GeneralWayne Rooney says JJ Gabriel has a desire to play in Spain. His comments could help clarify the Manchester United youngster’s future.
GeneralAccording to Fabrizio Romano, Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba. The Austrian defender, a free agent since his Real Madrid contract expired in June, still has several steps to complete before the move can be made official.
FootballThe former Guardiola player explained his move from Manchester City to Al Qadsiah, citing both disagreement with his sporting role and the prospect of securing his family’s future.
FootballIn an interview published by Bild, Mbappé addressed the summer rumours linking Michael Olise with Real Madrid. The Real Madrid forward refuses to advise him to leave Bayern and also reflected on Liverpool, José Mourinho and Antonio Rüdiger.
FootballLionel Messi has announced the second edition of the Messi Cup, scheduled to take place in Miami from 25 October to 1 November. Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona’s under-16 teams will be among the participants.
GeneralThe Spanish Barcelona winger rejects the image of an arrogant or provocative player, which he attributes to his frankness when speaking. Just over three years after making his professional debut at 15, he already has a considerable record and is among the favourites for the 2026 Ballon d’Or.
FootballFederico Higuaín, 41, has been permanently removed from his role as Columbus Crew’s reserve-team coach. The club reconsidered its position after a referees’ association statement detailed comments and actions involving a female referee.
BasketballThe most frenetic market European basketball can remember has reshaped the landscape, on the benches as well as on the court. Jean Montero, Guerschon Yabusele, Nikola Mirotic, Mike James and Shane Larkin are among the most notable arrivals and changes.
FootballThe Como player, who has known Marcos Llorente since childhood, believes waking up with sunlight and going to bed early are matters of common sense. He was more cautious, however, when discussing aircraft trails.
FootballImages of a proposed FC Barcelona home shirt for 2027/28 have emerged, suggesting a return to more blue-and-garnet stripes and a polo collar. The design remains provisional, however.
FootballThe president of the referees, Fran Soto, made respect the focus of his meeting with coaches from the two divisions, who gathered the day before at the Ciudad del Fútbol de Las Rozas. The rules implemented this season were not discussed during the meeting.
FootballReal Madrid denounced an article by Juanma Castaño published in ABC on Tuesday afternoon after he compared the club’s official channel with the newspaper “Gara”. The journalist later withdrew the comparison and apologised, while maintaining his criticism of Real Madrid TV.
FootballSpain coach Luis de la Fuente has rejected the idea of manipulation in favour of or against a particular club. He spoke after the confirmation of his contract extension with La Roja through Euro 2032.
GeneralAfter the derby at the Metropolitano, Roberto Gómez challenged several decisions by Ortiz Arias as well as the referee’s handling of the match. The La Tribu contributor believes the discussion has moved away from football towards refereeing controversy, fuelled in his view notably by José Mourinho.
FootballAfter leaving Rangers without establishing himself there, Robbie Ure joined Sevilla and now hopes to earn his first Scotland cap. The 22-year-old striker arrives in a reshaped attacking unit ahead of Saturday’s Nations League trip to Slovenia.
GeneralIn Montreal, the 17-year-old Asturian won the junior world time-trial title, finishing six seconds ahead of Vic De Smet. The victory erases the memory of his crash in Kigali and comes before his scheduled move to Ineos Grenadiers.
FootballReal Madrid TV has again targeted Atlético de Madrid and refereeing in a lengthy video, responding to the club’s “Stop refereeing harassment” campaign.
GeneralTwo-time TrialGP champion Berta Abellán wants to pass on her passion by opening a school for girls. She also calls for equal visibility for women’s trial, notably through urban events.
FootballAfter Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat away to Atlético, Real Madrid TV responded on Tuesday to its rival’s mockery with a four-minute video focused on the Colchoneros’ past behaviour.
FootballAfter beating Celta and Atlético de Madrid, Athletic have stalled in their last two matches. The task now is to rediscover their best level while finding answers against very deep defensive blocks.