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Soccer

Gunmen shoot dead referee Javier Ortega during match in Ecuador

Amateur referee Javier Ortega, 48, was fatally shot on the pitch during a match in Ecuador. Police are investigating the incident as a targeted assassination amid surging national violence.

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iGaming

bet365 Ends Credit Card Deposits in U.S. Market

bet365 no longer accepts credit cards for U.S. deposits as of April 13, 2026. The move aligns with increased regulatory pressure for consumer protection.

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Basketball

NBA confirms 86% viewership surge under new television agreements

The NBA has announced an 86% increase in domestic viewership, with 170 million fans tuning in during the first year of the league's new media rights deal.

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Soccer

Manchester United eye Bournemouth raid as Liverpool outline transfer plans

Manchester United are targeting a raid on Bournemouth, while Liverpool manager Arne Slot finalises his transfer shortlist ahead of a crucial Premier League weekend.

Cristian Romero looking dejected while wearing a Tottenham Hotspur shirt
Soccer

Cristian Romero could leave Tottenham this summer after season-ending injury

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero is expected to seek a summer transfer after a season-ending injury ruled him out of their relegation battle.

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Soccer

Fifa bans England and Scotland fans from tailgating at Boston World Cup

England and Scotland supporters will be barred from traditional American tailgating before their World Cup matches at Boston Stadium under strict Fifa rules.

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Crypto

UK FCA Launches Crypto Rules Consultation Ahead of 2027 Regime

The UK Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation on crypto guidance covering stablecoins, trading and staking before a planned 2027 regime.

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Baseball

Detroit Tigers sign rookie Kevin McGonigle to $150m contract extension

The Detroit Tigers have secured the future of rookie shortstop Kevin McGonigle with an eight-year, $150m contract extension. The mega-deal ties the highly-rated 21-year-old to the franchise until 2034.