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Slot faces calls to drop Gakpo for Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha
Arne Slot is under pressure to drop Cody Gakpo for Rio Ngumoha after the teenager's impressive cameo against Nottingham Forest highlighted the Dutchman's struggles.
Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni handed provisional Uefa ban over racism claim
Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni suspended for one game as Uefa investigates alleged racism towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr in the Champions League.
Ukraine to boycott ceremony after IPC clears Russia for Paralympics
Ukraine confirms it will boycott the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony after the IPC rules that Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete under their own flags. The decision has drawn criticism from the host nation, Italy, and support from Czech and Polish officials.
England confirm South Africa Test tour dates but T20 series postponed
Dates for England's three-Test tour of South Africa in 2026-27 have been confirmed, including Boxing Day and New Year fixtures, but the T20 series has been cancelled.
Bernardo Silva risks suspension for Man City vs Arsenal title clash
Bernardo Silva is two bookings away from a suspension that could rule him out of Manchester City's pivotal Premier League match against Arsenal.
Luis Diaz risks Bayern Munich fines over German language contract clause
Luis Diaz faces potential financial penalties at Bayern Munich due to a specific contract clause requiring him to learn German. The former Liverpool winger could be fined up to £44,000 if he fails to show progress with the language.
England and Scotland World Cup games at risk in stadium funding row
England and Scotland's World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium face uncertainty as local officials demand £5.8m in security costs before granting a licence.
Unlicensed betting firms face ban from sponsoring UK sports teams
Ministers propose banning unlicensed betting firms from sponsoring UK sports teams to improve customer safety and data protection.