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England's Nico O'Reilly in action during the World Cup 2026
Soccer

Nico O’Reilly reveals England plan to stop Ghana star Antoine Semenyo

England defender Nico O'Reilly says doubling up on Manchester City team-mate Antoine Semenyo is crucial for their World Cup clash against Ghana.

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iGaming

Prediction Markets Reach Record Volume and Open Interest

Prediction markets set new records with $10.8 billion in weekly trading volume and $1.48 billion in open interest. Sports contracts, led by the FIFA World Cup, drove nearly half of total activity.

Sandro Tonali playing for Newcastle United in the Premier League
Soccer

Manchester City attempt late hijack of Tottenham move for Sandro Tonali

Manchester City are threatening to derail Tottenham Hotspur's pursuit of Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as the battle for the Italian intensifies.

Mohamed Salah and Egypt teammates reacting during a World Cup match
Soccer

US authorities block Egypt World Cup squad from travelling to Seattle

US security officials have denied Egypt permission to travel to Seattle ahead of their final World Cup group match, forcing a 280-mile detour.

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez giving instructions to captain Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch
Soccer

Roberto Martinez retains Cristiano Ronaldo for crucial World Cup clash

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez has refused to bow to pressure and will start Cristiano Ronaldo in their vital World Cup match against Uzbekistan.

Cristian Romero gesturing during a Tottenham Hotspur Premier League match
Soccer

Cristian Romero commits future to Tottenham in major transfer U-turn

Argentina defender Cristian Romero has reversed his decision to leave Tottenham Hotspur. The centre-back wants to stay and help drive a revival under Roberto De Zerbi.

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Crypto

South Korea Proposes Expanding Crypto Travel Rule to Smaller Transfers

South Korea’s FIU has proposed extending Travel Rule reporting to smaller crypto transfers at a FATF plenary. The move targets cross border AML gaps and offshore platform risks.

Enzo Maresca standing on the touchline in a manager suit
Soccer

Manchester City to appoint Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola successor

Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement to appoint former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's successor on a three-year contract.