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Liverpool coach Iraola downplays Frimpong injury concerns after Leeds defeat

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola was hopeful that Jeremie Frimpong ⁠had avoided injury during their 4-2 pre-season defeat by Leeds United in Chicago ‌on Sunday after the defender asked to be substituted ‌midway through the second half.

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Mukiele nets winner as Sunderland end US tour with tight victory over Wrexham

Sunderland ended their pre-season tour of the United States with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Wrexham at Philadelphia’s Subaru Park.

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Arsenal forward Kai Havertz feeling 'strong and ready to go' for new season

Kai Havertz says he feels “strong and ready to go” after scoring in Arsenal’s impressive 4-1 pre-season victory over Girona.

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Liverpool endure second-half collapse to suffer pre-season defeat to Leeds

Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the United States ended in disappointment as they suffered a 4-2 defeat to Leeds United at Chicago’s Soldier Field.

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Banyana Banyana's Group B permutations at WAFCON ahead of crunch clash with Burkina Faso

South Africa must beat Burkina Faso in Casablanca on Tuesday to have any chance of reaching the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with their hopes also relying on the outcome of the other Group B fixture between Ivory Coast and Tanzania.

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📰 Cricket

Greaves fifty keeps Pakistan at bay on rain-affected opening day

Justin Greaves made an unbeaten 64 to steer West Indies to 239-5 at stumps on a rain-shortened opening day of the second and final Test against Pakistan in Trinidad on Sunday.

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🎾 Tennis

Pegula leads Eala as Washington Open finals moved to Monday due to rain

World number three Jessica Pegula and rising star Alexandra Eala must wait until Monday to decide a Washington Open champion after thunderstorms postponed the completion of Sunday's WTA final.

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Braves land starting pitcher Tyler Mahle in trade deal with Giants

The San Francisco Giants traded starting pitcher Tyler Mahle to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in exchange for relief pitcher Anthony Molina.

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Blue Jays trade two-time All-Star Kevin Gausman to the Cubs for prospects

The Toronto Blue Jays traded starting pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday in exchange for prospects Brett Bateman (CHI's No. 21) and Ty Southisene (CHI's No. 13).

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Thorbjornsen earns first PGA Tour title on 26-foot putt at Rocket Classic

Michael Thorbjornsen sank a 26-foot putt on the final green to secure his first PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Classic on Sunday, pulling clear of a crowded field including Xander Schauffele to win by two shots.

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🎾 Tennis

16-year-old Kristina Liutova claims Memphis title in her first-ever WTA tournament

Russian 16-year-old Kristina Liutova won the WTA Memphis title on Sunday, beating Darja Vidmanova 1-6, 6-1, 6-3 to capture the crown in her first main-draw appearance.

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Rockies' Kyle Freeland earns first complete game of his 10-year career

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland earned his first complete game in his 10-year career in an 8-1 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday to complete the series sweep.

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Yankees acquire Luis Garcia Jr. from Nationals as MLB trade deadline heats up

The Washington Nationals traded first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. to the New York Yankees on Sunday in exchange for pitchers Yovanny Cruz, Jake Bird, Ben Grable, and Jack Cebert.

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'Good training': PSV manager Peter Bosz downplays heavy Johan Cruyff Shield defeat

PSV manager Peter Bosz called his team's 4-0 loss to AZ in the Johan Cruyff Shield "good practice" ahead of the new season.

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Ghana suffer defeat in their second match of WAFCON as Cameroon strike from the spot

Ghana suffered their first defeat of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday evening, losing 1-0 to Cameroon in their second Group C fixture at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca.

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UEFA threaten to take legal action against FIFA president Infantino

European football governing body UEFA has threatened to take legal action against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over the FIFA Forward Enterprise plans.

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Mavericks sign Naji Marshall to $52.2 million extension after career season

The Dallas Mavericks signed forward Naji Marshall to a three-year, $52.2 million contract extension on Sunday that'll keep him on the team through the 2029-2030 season.

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Oulu finally end winless run as Inter Turku keep tabs on Veikkausliiga leaders

One goal was enough to take AC Oulu from sixth to third in the Veikkausliiga and end their winless run, while Inter Turku also improved their recent patchy form with a narrow win.

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Flashscore sources: Liverpool calm over Cody Gakpo future as Tottenham monitor situation

Liverpool remain relaxed about Cody Gakpo’s future and will only entertain a sale if an offer is simply too good to turn down.

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📰 American-football

Back to where it began: Jadeveon Clowney signs with the Houston Texans

The Houston Texans signed defensive end Jadaveon Clowney on Sunday.

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Kuwaki beats Henseleit in playoff to win Women's British Open

Japan's Shiho Kuwaki claimed her first major title by defeating Germany's Esther Henseleit ⁠in a playoff to win the Women's Open at Royal Lytham on Sunday.

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World Cup winger furious with fans and Silkeborg management after failed Minnesota move

26-year old winger Callum McCowatt who took part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is furious with the Silkeborg management for not allowing him to co complete a transfer to Minnesota United in the North American MLS. Callum McCowatt is also upset with fans who displayed their dissatisfaction with the New Zealand international on a controversial banner during the match against FC Copenhagen on Sunday.

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Goteborg win six-pointer against Degerfors as Orgyryte stay in survival race

IFK Goteborg's new-manager bounce under Joachim Bjorklund continued in full flow as they won a relegation six-pointer with Degerfors, but remain just three points clear of the danger zone after Orgryte shocked AIK. Malmo, meanwhile, returned to winning ways against Brommapojkarna.

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Cubs trade Jameson Taillon to Toronto Blue Jays after being DFA'd

The Chicago Cubs traded starting pitcher Jameson Taillon and cash considerations to the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.