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Man City takes decision about defender's future as loan tenure nears its end

Man City decides defender's fate as loan tenure set to end this summer.

Former Man City star ‘hesitant’ to join Pep Guardiola’s side for one reason

Former Man City star is not keen on returning to Pep Guardiola’s side for one reason.

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Injured Man City star on track to beat Pep Guardiola's return prediction

Man City star is expected to return to the pitch sooner than Pep Guardiola's last update.

What Guardiola told Arteta ahead of Arsenal's UCL win over Real Madrid

Mikel Arteta has revealed that he spoke to Pep Guardiola ahead of Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid.

Ederson's simple solution for Man City to return to elite

Manchester City star has made a candid claim on what the club needs to do to get back to their winning ways.

Unai Emery reveals Aston Villa 'have a PSG plan' ahead of UCL quarterfinals

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Barcelona boss Hansi Flick provides injury update on furious Raphinha

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Mike Arteta just gave Arsenal supporters confidence boost

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Man City expected to battle Liverpool for 'true playmaker'

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Man City star reveals where he wishes to play 'next season'

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Guardiola reveals what he is 'concerned' about after Manchester derby

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How Guardiola's relationship with Barcelona star could help in signing De Bruyne replacement

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Pundits criticize players for what they did after final whistle in Manchester derby

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Man City on 'red alert' as Lamine Yamal's Barcelona contract talks stay blocked

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Lionel Messi 'ends' Premier League midfield GOAT debate with bold pick

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Pep Guardiola claims Man City 'had to make a decision' on De Bruyne's exit

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How Real Madrid could help Man City in signing Florian Wirtz this summer

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Man City cites £1.4 billion worth of Premier League preferential treatment of four clubs

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Real Madrid star set to sign new contract amid Saudi Arabia interest

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Where does Kevin de Bruyne rank amongst the all-time great Premier League midfielders?

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Pep Guardiola reveals Erling Haaland's injury return timeline

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Where can Kevin De Bruyne go next as Man City exit confirmed

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Pep Guardiola dampens Man City fan excitement on returning star

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Cooper Kupp injury updates: Rams WR not expected to land on IR

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Refs miss Azeez Al-Shaiir throwing punch during Texans-Bears skirmish

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Caleb Williams sacked seven times in hard-hitting loss vs. 2-0 Texans

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Dak Prescott can't keep Cowboys in Week 2 blowout loss to Saints

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Where does Houston-native Simone Biles' NFL allegiances lie?

We break down where USA gymnast Simone Biles' NFL allegiances between her hometown Houston Texans and the Chicago Bears, where her husband plays.

Christian McCaffrey Week 2 injury update

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Explaining concussion-related 'fencing response' exhibited by Tua Tagovailoa

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James Cook torches Dolphins with three first-half TDs in Bills blowout win

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Why is Josh Allen wearing protective padding on his hand?

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Where does Brandon Codrington rank among NFL's smallest players?

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How does Jaylen Wright's 40 time compare to speedy Dolphins teammates

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What kind of car does Tyreek Hill drive?

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Who is behind Garrett Wilson on the Jets' depth chart?

Garrett Wilson is the clear No. 1 wide receiver for the New York Jets. Who is behind him on the depth chart?

Aaron Rodgers' record against his hometown San Francisco 49ers

We break down Aaron Rodgers' career record against the San Francisco 49ers. The Jets will face the Niners in Week 1's Monday Night Football game.

Josh Allen injures non-throwing hand in win vs. Cardinals

The Buffalo Bills beat the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1. Quarterback Josh Allen finished the game but injured his non-throwing hand in the process.

Revisiting Leonard Floyd's season-ending tackle on QB Aaron Rodgers from 2023

It's been a year since Aaron Rodgers' season-ending injury in his first game in a Jets uniform. Let's revisit Leonard Floyd's hit on Rodgers that knocked him out for the year.

Why Scott Hanson issued an apology to Tom Brady

Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady made his NFL announcing debut in Week 1. NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson was critical of Brady and later issued an apology.

Deshaun Watson struggles in Week 1 matchup vs. Cowboys

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How Chris Boswell led the Steelers to a Week 1 win over the Falcons

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Detailing where Panthers' Week 1 blowout loss to Saints ranks in franchise history

We break down where the Carolina Panthers' blowout loss to the New Orleans Saints ranks in franchise history.

Sam Darnold impresses in Vikings debut vs. Giants

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Updates on Russell Wilson's Week 1 status vs. Falcons

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Travis Kelce, Josh Allen join forces in new Pepsi ad featuring Megan Thee Stallion

A new Gladiator movie deserves a new Gladiator Pepsi commercial. Travis Kelce, Josh Allen, Derrick Henry and Justin Jefferson join Megan Thee Stallion in a new Pepsi ad hyping up the NFL season and Gladiator sequel.

Leaked documents about Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce breakup 'entirely false'

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Real Madrid lead tributes to Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo

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Formula E 2024: Schedule, race calendar, results and how to watch every FE race

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Big Bash League 23/24: Dates, schedule, fixtures

Every score and result from the BBL.

Matthew Wade to captain Australia T20 side for tour of India

Matthew Wade will once again captain Australia after he was named in the 15-man T20 squad for their tour of India which will start following the conclusion of the ICC World Cup. 

NRL Draw 2023: Full schedule and results

The 2023 NRL season is just one round away from finals action.

When did Newcastle last qualify for the Champions League?

Newcastle United are back in the UEFA Champions League after an excellent first full season under their new Saudi-backed owners in the Premier League. Here's what happened last time the Magpies were in Europe.

Villa's track record in Europe as they try to qualify again

Aston Villa's superb form since Unai Emery took charge early in the 2022/23 season secured the club UEFA Europa Conference League playoff qualifier spot as they aim for a return to European action.

Australia World Cup odds 2023

The Sporting News looks at what chances betting companies are giving the Matildas of winning the Women's World Cup on home soil

Premier League table predictions: Who wins the title? Who goes down?

A group of 10 staffers at The Sporting News compiled the predicted final table finish for all 20 clubs and the average position gives a snapshot for what's expected from each team in 2023/24.

Are Chelsea owned by Saudi Arabia PIF?

Football club ownership is a hot topic right now, particularly in the Premier League, with Chelsea's structure currently under scrutiny.

List of batsmen to bat on all five days of a Test match

Usman Khawaja is all set to join a very select few batsmen to have batted on all five days of a Test match.

Why are England and Australia players wearing black armbands?

England and Australian players are wearing black armbands in the opening match. 

How many overs are there in the Ashes?

The Ashes is one of the most intense series in cricket history.

WTC Final 2023: Ricky Ponting slams 'underprepared India' as Australia march on

The former Australia captain hit out at the Indian team for their lacklustre performance in the WTC.

Here's how much Premier League relegation costs football clubs

The stark financial realities between the Championship and the Premier League make promotion transformative and relegation potentially disastrous for English clubs. How costly is dropping out of football's most lucrative division?

CSK vs GT IPL Final: Live score updates, highlights and result

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Lampard vs. Gerrard: Here's who has achieved most in career

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London Marathon 2024: How to enter ballot

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London Marathon 2023: Start time, route, past winners

The 43rd annual edition of the London Marathon takes place on Sunday, here's all you need to know from the start time to the route.

Leicester City's last Premier League relegation revisited

Relegation-threatened Leicester City have found themselves in a precarious Premier League position before. Here's when they last dropped down and a look at the probability of the Foxes finishing in the bottom three again in 2022/23.

Finalissima 2023: England vs Brazil sells out Wembley tickets

Brazil coach Pia Sundhage, Selecao legend Formiga and England boss Sarina Wiegman have spoken of their expectations for the Finalissima 2023, which will see the Lionesses return to the setting where they earned the right to play at a sold-out Wembley Stadium when they won EURO 2022.

How to watch Masters 2023 golf on TV and streaming in the UK

Scottie Scheffler will defend his title and Rory McIlroy will be among the favourites when the Masters 2023 begins at Augusta on April 6. Here's how to watch the action in the UK when the world's top golf stars descend on the tournament.

Who's on the list of the most expensive managers of all time

Jose Mourinho and Brendan Rodgers feature more than once among the most expensive deals ever struck between football clubs to agree a managerial change, while Julian Nagelsmann and Graham Potter also made mega-money moves. Here's which coaches have cost the most.

Punjab Kings vs KKR: Time, TV channel, stream, team news

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Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings: Time, channel, stream

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Every fight on the Isaac Dogboe vs. Robeisy Ramirez undercard

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Why are Australia wearing black armbands against India?

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Transfer Deadline Day tracker: Fernandez to Chelsea, Sabitzer to Man United

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Australian Open 2023: Roundtable predictions

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Dhaka Test: Ashwin, Iyer save India from embarrassment, Pant does a Pant again

World Cup awards by The Sporting News: The best performers in Qatar

With staff based around the globe with their eyes focused on the 2022 FIFA World Cup for the full month, The Sporting News has collected the observations and votes to hand out our tournament awards.

India's ODI worries increase after Bangladesh series defeat

Kishan, Malik, Washington the positives but Dhawan's form and bowlers' failure to finish games are concerns.

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Brittney Griner's fight continues; Matthew Stafford's sore elbow; Angels hit 7 HRs and lose

The fight goes on for Brittney Griner’s return despite nine-year jail sentence, is Matthew Stafford a doubt for the start of the Rams’ season? And when seven home runs just aren’t enough.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Matt Fitzpatrick makes history at U.S. Open; Warriors keep paryting; Pirates rookie goes wild

Matt Fitzpatrick wins the U.S. Open and matches Jack Nicklaus, the party keeps going for the Warriors, and a three-HR game for Jack Suwinski ends in style.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Celtics strike back in NBA Finals; Rams lock up Cooper Kupp; Bryson DeChambeau is warned

Boston enjoys NBA Finals homecoming, Cooper Kupp commits to the Rams, and Bryson DeChambeau gets a warning from Rory McIlroy ahead of Saudi Super League switch.

India v South Africa: Fresh openers, old finishers and a new leader

IPL: The Marsh-Warner bond grows and Fort Chennai crumbles

Mitchell Marsh seals a crucial match along with his friend David Warner, Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians compete to show who’s worse, cracks appear in MS Dhoni’s fortress and franchises begin to let go the preference for chasing.

Kentucky Derby winners: A complete list of all-time race champions, records, Triple Crown horses

Here is a list of Kentucky Derby winners, every Triple Crown champion in history and other records from the "Run for the Roses" at Churchill Downs.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Heat KO Hawks, more beanballs in MLB, Katie Taylor talks to SN

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The Sporting News' must-follow MLB Twitter list for 2022

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