Sport

Dundee United

Ray McKinnon states “facts” following comments made by Dundee United boss Csaba Laszlo

Neil Alexander determined to bring winning mentality with him to Dundee United

June 22 2018

St Johnstone’s Brian Easton aiming to put season of ‘torture’ behind him

June 22 2018

Dundee looking for a ‘few more pieces of the puzzle’

June 22 2018

Dundee United boss Csaba Laszlo hopes he won’t be so lonely thanks to 25-mile rule

June 21 2018

Dundee United manager Csaba Laszlo determined to shake Tangerines out of “comfort zone”

June 20 2018

St Johnstone boss hits out at Jack Ross over Paul Mathers approach

June 20 2018

World Cup

Watch as women in Iran make history watching live-streamed World Cup match

June 21 2018

Uruguay coach defends Luis Suarez by saying superstars are not ‘robots’

June 19 2018

This woman’s hair-based England updates for her boyfriend had people in stitches

June 19 2018

Watch England fans everywhere go wild after Harry Kane’s World Cup winner

June 19 2018

Focus on Harry Kane – England’s captain and match-winner

June 19 2018

Focus on Harry Kane – England’s captain and match-winner

June 18 2018

Roberto Martinez praises his team’s commitment as Belgium win first game

June 18 2018

What was it like to play against England’s golden generation at a World Cup?

June 18 2018

15 of the most questionable homemade World Cup stickers from Panini Cheapskates

June 17 2018

England players sense grim war history of city they prepare to play in

June 17 2018

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How England and Panama compare ahead of their World Cup clash

June 22 2018

England face World Cup debutants Panama on Sunday in a David-versus-Goliath clash.

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Shakira congratulates partner Gerard Pique on winning 100 Spain caps

June 22 2018

Pop star Shakira took to social media to recognise her partner Gerard Pique’s achievement in winning 100 caps for Spain.

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Hats and canals – 5 things about England’s World Cup opponents Panama

June 22 2018

England meet Panama in their second game of the 2018 World Cup on Sunday as they look to continue their winning start in Russia.

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5 things not to be missed on day 10 of the 2018 World Cup

June 22 2018

Belgium can edge ahead of England in Group G as Germany look to respond to their opening defeat to Mexico.

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Peter Shilton trolls Maradona after Argentina’s World Cup misery

June 22 2018

Diego Maradona was left in tears after Argentina lost to Croatia on Thursday, leaving his country on the brink of an embarrassing World Cup elimination.

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England forward Sterling hails mother and sister and dismisses criticism of lifestyle

June 22 2018

World Cup star Raheem Sterling has praised England as a country where “a naughty boy who comes from nothing can live his dream”.

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Panama defender Cummings fires warning to England

June 22 2018

Panama defender Harold Cummings has raised the prospect of a physical World Cup battle with England by warning them they will “play hard” in Nizhny Novgorod on Sunday.

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Talking points ahead of England’s final Test against South Africa at Newlands

June 22 2018

England have already surrendered their series to South Africa ahead of Saturday’s third and final Test at Newlands.

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Series win Down Under ‘one of biggest challenges in rugby’, says Ireland skipper

June 22 2018

Ireland captain Peter O’Mahony reckons a series win in Australia would rank alongside his team’s Grand Slam success.

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Ardiles lashes out at ’embarrassing’ Argentina

June 22 2018

Ossie Ardiles has launched a scathing Twitter attack on Argentina after the South American heavyweights were left facing World Cup elimination following their chastening defeat to Croatia.

Angus & The Mearns

Wimbledon 2018: Angus ace Jonny O’Mara earns another wildcard call-up

June 22 2018

Arbroath tennis player Jonny O’Mara is the toast of Courier country after receiving his second wildcard entry to Wimbledon’s doubles event in two years.

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Football rumours from the media

June 22 2018

Maurizio Sarri is plotting a four-man raid on former club Napoli if he is made the new Chelsea boss, according to reports. Striker Dries Mertens, winger Jose Maria Callejon, full-back Elseid Hysaj and defender Raul Albiol have been linked as transfer targets if Sarri ends up in Antonio Conte’s office.

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Eoin Morgan in awe of England’s batting against Australia

June 22 2018

Eoin Morgan hopes England have established a ‘new normal’ after again overpowering Australia to put themselves on the verge of an unprecedented 5-0 one-day international whitewash of their Ashes rivals.

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Jorge Sampaoli concedes Lionel Messi is limited by Argentina team-mates

June 21 2018

Jorge Sampaoli has admitted Lionel Messi is limited by the current Argentina team, with the two-time World Cup winners facing possible early elimination after a 3-0 loss to Croatia.

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England defender Stones thankful to Southgate and Kompany

June 21 2018

John Stones is thankful to Gareth Southgate for keeping the faith during his difficult end to the season – and World Cup rival Vincent Kompany for inadvertently boosting England’s chances.

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Morgan hopes match-winning intensity is England’s new ‘normal’ in ODI cricket

June 21 2018

Eoin Morgan is hoping England can sustain the new level of intensity which has put them on course for an unprecedented 5-0 one-day international whitewash of Australia.

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Marcus Willis: Everyone is punished when Dan Evans is forced to qualify

June 21 2018

Marcus Willis claims the All England Club “punished everyone” when they forced Dan Evans to enter pre-qualifying for Wimbledon by overlooking him for a wildcard.

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Henderson happy to take on Panama in physical battle

June 21 2018

Jordan Henderson has welcomed the prospect of a physical battle against Panama, insisting England will not be outmuscled at the World Cup.

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Ryan Patel and Ollie Pope put Surrey in control against Somerset

June 21 2018

Ryan Patel took six wickets in just 23 balls as Surrey made Somerset follow-on in the top-of-the-table Specsavers County Championship Division One clash.

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Story of the match: England make it four in a row against Australia

June 21 2018

Jason Roy’s century headlined another breathtaking display as England trounced Australia by six wickets at Chester-le-Street to put themselves on course for a 5-0 whitewash.

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Jason Roy century leads England to fourth straight victory against Australia

June 21 2018

Jason Roy’s century headlined another breathtaking display as England trounced Australia by six wickets at Chester-le-Street to put themselves on course for a 5-0 whitewash.

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Switzerland and Serbia determined to let football do the talking

June 21 2018

Switzerland boss Vladimir Petkovic has refused to ignite a political row ahead of their key World Cup clash with Serbia.

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Croatia stun Argentina to leave Messi’s men at risk of early elimination

June 21 2018

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team-mates face the possibility of being eliminated from the World Cup at the group stage after Croatia progressed to the last 16 with a comprehensive 3-0 victory.

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Deschamps not bothered by unconvincing display in win over Peru

June 21 2018

France boss Didier Deschamps was satisfied to reach the World Cup second round despite a unconvincing 1-0 win over Peru.

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Novak Djokovic not getting carried away with Wimbledon on the horizon

June 21 2018

Novak Djokovic has played down suggestions he can win Wimbledon despite looking ominously good at Queen’s.

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Villarreal land Everton defender Ramiro Funes Mori

June 21 2018

Defender Ramiro Funes Mori has left Everton to join LaLiga side Villarreal after three years at Goodison Park.

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Edmund encouraged by improvement on grass ahead of Wimbledon

June 21 2018

British number one Kyle Edmund feels he is improving on grass even though he went out of Queen’s in the second round.

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No more moping around for England’s discarded keeper Joe Hart

June 21 2018

Joe Hart admits he was “moping around” after his omission from England’s World Cup squad but has vowed to come back stronger.

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Hallgrimsson expects Iceland to beat Nigeria

June 21 2018

Bullish Iceland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson insists he expects nothing less than victory against Nigeria.

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France fail to impress despite reaching World Cup knockout stages with Peru win

June 21 2018

Kylian Mbappe fired unconvincing France into the World Cup knockout stages after a nervy 1-0 win over plucky Peru.

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Neymar to start against Costa Rica despite ankle issue

June 21 2018

Neymar will start for Brazil against Costa Rica despite suffering an ankle issue earlier this week, with coach Tite insisting he does not want the “genius” to alter his style.

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Lewis Hamilton admits England game against Panama will be a distraction

June 21 2018

Lewis Hamilton has admitted that England’s World Cup match against Panama immediately before the start of Sunday’s French Grand Prix is a distraction he will be unable to resist.

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Nick Kyrgios unmoved after turning the air blue at Queen’s

June 21 2018

Nick Kyrgios said he was not bothered the BBC had to apologise for his language during his win over Kyle Edmund at Queen’s Club.

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Aaron Finch and Shaun Marsh hit tons as Australia post 310

June 21 2018

Aaron Finch and Shaun Marsh both hit centuries as Australia set England a target of 310 for eight to go 4-0 up at Chester-le-Street.

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Wimbledon champion Muguruza will not dwell on Strycova defeat in Birmingham

June 21 2018

Garbine Muguruza insisted her Wimbledon preparations remain on track despite a second-round loss to Barbora Strycova at the Nature Valley Classic in Birmingham.

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Kyrgios downs Edmund to move into last eight at Queen’s

June 21 2018

Nick Kyrgios has followed up his win over Andy Murray by knocking Kyle Edmund out of the Fever-Tree Championships.

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England’s World Cup diary – Day nine

June 21 2018

Trent-Alexander Arnold has shed more light on the fun and games England have been enjoying in their hotel pool by revealing unicorn-racing is just one of several activities.

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VAR is removing charm from football – Denmark boss Age Hareide

June 21 2018

Denmark coach Age Hareide had no complaints over the award of a VAR-assisted penalty to Group C opponents Australia on Thursday – but believes the technology is removing the “charm” from the World Cup.

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5 things to look out for at the World Cup on Friday

June 21 2018

Five-time winners Brazil will attempt to secure a first win, while Serbia have an opportunity to make history.

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Cipriani ‘grateful’ for first England start in 10 years against South Africa

June 21 2018

Danny Cipriani will celebrate the realisation of his dream to return as England’s starting fly-half after ousting George Ford for Saturday’s final Test against South Africa.

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England training note suggests Raheem Sterling will be dropped against Panama

June 21 2018

Gareth Southgate is considering dropping Raheem Sterling against Panama, judging by a note spotted at England training.

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England unconcerned by VAR teething troubles – Alexander-Arnold

June 21 2018

Trent Alexander-Arnold suggested England are relaxed about the application of VAR at the World Cup, despite seeing two strong penalty shouts ignored in their opening match.

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Australia earn draw with Denmark following VAR penalty intervention

June 21 2018

Australia kept their World Cup hopes alive as a contentious penalty awarded using VAR technology earned them a 1-1 draw with Group C rivals Denmark.

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Emre Can joins Juventus on four-year contract

June 21 2018

Liverpool midfielder Emre Can has completed his move to Juventus after signing a four-year contract.

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Alexander-Arnold backing VAR despite World Cup controversies

June 21 2018

England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold insists VAR gives referees the best chance of making correct decisions despite some early controversies during the World Cup.

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Fred finally completes move to Manchester United

June 21 2018

Manchester United have completed the signing of Brazil midfielder Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk, the Premier League club have announced.

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5 things you may not know about Manchester United new boy Fred

June 21 2018

Manchester United have finally announced the signing of Brazil midfielder Fred on a five-year deal from Shakhtar Donetsk.

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Fraser Brown can handle back-row switch, says Scotland coach Gregor Townsend

June 21 2018

Gregor Townsend has no concerns about fielding Fraser Brown in the back row after naming his Scotland side to face Argentina on Saturday.

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Tite insists he would not risk Neymar against Costa Rica if forward was not fit

June 21 2018

Brazil coach Tite has insisted he would never risk the health of star man Neymar after selecting him in his team to face Costa Rica on Friday.

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Panama midfielder Anibal Godoy expecting tough test against England

June 21 2018

Panama are preparing to face the best England team of the last decade, according to midfielder Anibal Godoy.

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Sterling in line for England axe, note spotted at training suggests

June 21 2018

Gareth Southgate is considering dropping Raheem Sterling against Panama, judging by a note spotted at England training.

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Danny Cipriani to make first England start for a decade

June 21 2018

Danny Cipriani will make his first England start for a decade after being selected at fly-half for Saturday’s third and final Test against South Africa.

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Former Wolves and Everton forward Ernie Hunt dies aged 75

June 21 2018

Former Wolves, Everton and Coventry forward Ernie Hunt has died, aged 75.

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Stuart McInally to lead Scotland against Argentina after recovering from injury

June 21 2018

Stuart McInally will lead Scotland against Argentina on Sunday after recovering from injury.

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Five of the best EFL openers

June 21 2018

The EFL fixtures were announced on Thursday morning, giving fans plenty to look forward to when the 2018-19 season starts in August.

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Steven Gerrard urges Everton forward Wayne Rooney to complete MLS switch

June 21 2018

Former Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Steven Gerrard has encouraged Wayne Rooney to make his move to Major League Soccer.

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Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter offers England help to land 2030 World Cup

June 21 2018

Sepp Blatter has said he will use his “influence” to help a British bid win the right to stage the 2030 World Cup, providing his help is wanted.

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Alli absent as Southgate takes England training despite dislocated shoulder

June 21 2018

Gareth Southgate took England training on Thursday, despite the discomfort of a dislocated shoulder.

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Emre Can set to complete long-awaited Juventus move after arriving in Turin

June 21 2018

Liverpool midfielder Emre Can is set to complete his long-awaited move to Juventus after flying in to Turin on Thursday.

Sport

Next season’s EFL fixtures – the talking points

June 21 2018

Being Frank – Rams have the chance to get off on the right foot

Sport

Lampard starts Championship campaign at Reading

June 21 2018

Frank Lampard’s first competitive game as Derby manager will kick-off the Sky Bet Championship campaign.Former England midfielder Lampard, who took over as boss of the Rams three weeks ago, takes his team to Reading on Friday, August 3.Derby also figured in the opening game of the 2017-18 campaign, drawing 1-1 at Sunderland. They went on to finish sixth but lost out to promoted Fulham in the play-offs, with Gary Rowett since leaving to join Stoke following their relegation from the Premier League.

Scottish Championship

New Dunfermline signing Aidan Connolly so proud of pal Andy Robertson

June 21 2018

They started out as kids at Queen’s Park and have been pals ever since but Aidan Connolly admits it was still a simply surreal experience watching Andy Robertson starring for Liverpool in the Champions League final against the mighty Real Madrid last month.

Scottish League 1

Raith boss Barry Smith left frustrated as he misses out on signing target to part-time club

June 21 2018

Barry Smith has expressed his frustration that despite Raith deciding to remain a full-time club this season, they are struggling to compete with part-time outfits for transfer targets.

Sport

I could leave Chelsea in search of first-team football – Loftus-Cheek

June 21 2018

Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is hoping to play regular first-team football next season, whether that be with the Blues or away from Stamford Bridge.

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Football rumours from the media

June 21 2018

What the papers say

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Alex Hales aware his England spot is under threat despite recent ton

June 21 2018

Alex Hales knows he needs to keep smashing big hundreds for record-breaking England to stay in with a chance of being more than a fringe player.

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Somerset make Surrey pay for asking them to bat first

June 20 2018

Somerset were left to regret putting Surrey in after the home side’s top-order took advantage in their top-of-the-table Specsavers County Championship Division One clash at Guildford.

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Lingard trying to ‘create something new’ at World Cup

June 20 2018

Jesse Lingard loves trying to “create something new” with England at the World Cup.

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Holland rates Southgate favourably against some of best in Europe

June 20 2018

Gareth Southgate’s right hand man, Steve Holland, has compared the England manager favourably to some of the best in Europe.

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Fernando Hierro urges Spain to take nothing for granted after narrow Iran win

June 20 2018

Spain coach Fernando Hierro has warned his players to take nothing for granted despite a 1-0 win over Iran which puts them on the brink of qualifying for the World Cup knockout stages.

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Catalans Dragons fight back to pile more misery on Leeds

June 20 2018

Catalans Dragons staged a superb second-half fightback to inflict a sixth straight defeat on Leeds that dragged the Super League champions into the relegation battle.

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Danny Cipriani could be handed England fly-half role for third Test

June 20 2018

Danny Cipriani is in strong contention to start England’s final Test against South Africa as Eddie Jones gives serious consideration to making a change at fly-half.

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Sampaoli’s Argentina searching for identity ahead of Croatia clash

June 20 2018

Jorge Sampaoli admits he has yet to establish a clear footballing identity with Argentina as he prepares to make tactical changes for the clash with Croatia.

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Spain see off Iran to boost World Cup hopes

June 20 2018

Diego Costa’s second-half strike proved enough for Spain to squeeze past Iran in Kazan and move into a commanding position in their bid to qualify from Group B.

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World Cup player watch: Ronaldo to the rescue again

June 20 2018

The World Cup is a tournament where the superstar players need to produce big performances and Cristiano Ronaldo ensured that his legacy continued with another goal in Russia.

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Southgate joins the coaching casualties

June 20 2018

Gareth Southgate has become the first major injury casualty of England’s World Cup campaign after dislocating his shoulder on Wednesday.

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Tabarez hails ‘crucial’ Suarez after Uruguay beat Saudi Arabia to advance

June 20 2018

Oscar Tabarez hailed the importance of match-winner Luis Suarez after the striker fired Uruguay into the knockout stages of the World Cup.

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Freak injuries suffered by those associated with England

June 20 2018

England boss Gareth Southgate has dislocated his shoulder while out running during a day off from World Cup training.

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Wimbledon worry for Naomi Osaka following retirement in Birmingham

June 20 2018

Naomi Osaka could be a doubt for Wimbledon after the Japanese player was forced to retire during her second-round match at the Nature Valley Classic in Birmingham with an abdominal injury.

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Stan Wawrinka: Andy Murray will be feeling effects of comeback

June 20 2018

Andy Murray will still be feeling the effects of his comeback if Stan Wawrinka’s return from a long lay-off is anything to go by.

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Marin Cilic secures quarter-final spot at Queen’s

June 20 2018

Marin Cilic hopes he is sewing the seeds of another assault on the Wimbledon title after hitting his stride at Queen’s Club.

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England manager Gareth Southgate suffers dislocated shoulder while out running

June 20 2018

Gareth Southgate has suffered a dislocated right shoulder while running near England’s World Cup base in Repino.

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Gareth Bale’s agent claims talks are due with Real Madrid

June 20 2018

Gareth Bale will discuss his future with Real Madrid this summer with the forward seeking assurances over the amount of game-time he will get next season, according to his agent.

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Luis Suarez sends Uruguay through with goal on his 100th appearance

June 20 2018

Luis Suarez marked his 100th cap with the winner as Uruguay qualified for the World Cup knockout stages with an unconvincing victory which eliminated opponents Saudi Arabia.

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Alex Hales knows place is under threat despite Trent Bridge century

June 20 2018

Alex Hales has banked an unforgettable day at Trent Bridge, but knows it has changed nothing yet about his fringe status in England’s record-breaking team.

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Luis Suarez sends Uruguay through with goal on his 100th appearance

June 20 2018

Luis Suarez marked his 100th cap with the winner as Uruguay qualified for the World Cup knockout stages with an unconvincing victory which eliminated opponents Saudi Arabia.

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Experts criticise Morocco for playing ‘warrior’ Nordin Amrabat after concussion

June 20 2018

Concussion experts have heavily criticised Morocco’s decision to let Nordin Amrabat play against Portugal on Wednesday, only five days after he sustained a concussion in their match against Iran.

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Hugo Lloris demands improved performance from France as he reaches milestone

June 20 2018

Captain Hugo Lloris admits France will struggle to beat Peru if they replicate their opening World Cup performance.

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Luis Suarez sends Uruguay through with goal on his 100th appearance

June 20 2018

Luis Suarez marked his 100th cap with the winner as Uruguay qualified for the World Cup knockout stages with an unconvincing victory which eliminated opponents Saudi Arabia.

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Peter Thomson one of the greatest links players ever – Jordan Spieth

June 20 2018

Reigning Open champion Jordan Spieth has paid tribute to “one of the most masterful links players” to ever play the game after the death of Peter Thomson.

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Burnley drawn to face Aberdeen in Europa League qualifying

June 20 2018

Burnley have been handed a Battle of Britain tie against Aberdeen on their return to the European stage after a 51-year absence.