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Regulation & Enforcement

MLS Issues Lifetime Bans to Two Players Over Gambling Violations

MLS has permanently banned Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah following an investigation into gambling policy violations. The league confirmed both players placed prohibited wagers.

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Soccer

Gianni Infantino insists World Cup will be a success despite Middle East war

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has dismissed concerns over the upcoming World Cup in North America, predicting a 'total party' despite ongoing geopolitical conflict.

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Other

Oleksandr Usyk confirms three-fight retirement plan ending against Tyson Fury

Oleksandr Usyk has outlined his final three fights before retiring, starting with Rico Verhoeven and concluding with a Tyson Fury trilogy.

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Tennis

Sonay Kartal stuns Madison Keys to reach Indian Wells fourth round

Britain's Sonay Kartal overcame a persistent back injury to defeat American 15th seed Madison Keys and advance to the Indian Wells fourth round.

Manchester City midfielder Rodri looking serious during a Premier League match
Soccer

Manchester City star Rodri faces police inquiry over drone complaints

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is facing a police inquiry after neighbours complained the player was flying a drone outside their apartment windows. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner was recently fined by the FA for comments about a referee.

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Motorsport

McLaren question Mercedes engine data after heavy Australian Grand Prix defeat

McLaren have expressed frustration over a lack of engine data sharing from Mercedes after struggling at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix. Lando Norris finished 51 seconds behind race winner George Russell.

Cristian Romero wearing the Tottenham Hotspur captain's armband looking frustrated on the pitch
Soccer

Tottenham plan to sell captain Cristian Romero amid relegation battle

Tottenham Hotspur plan to offload captain Cristian Romero this summer to finance a major squad overhaul. The decision comes amid a turbulent Premier League season and recent social media criticism from the defender.

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Soccer

Uefa warns Premier League financial rules threaten European balance

European football's governing body fears the Premier League's new financial regulations will destabilise the continental market and encourage risky spending.