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• Jackie Groenen hits extra-time winner to send Holland to World Cup final

  03-07-2019 23:49
  Every World Cup needs a game like this. The anti-climax that reminds you excitement is not guaranteed, that football can, every now and again, be boring, but even when it is there are moments of beauty that light them up.
  
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• Steph Houghton can reflect on tournament in which she showed her class

  03-07-2019 23:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  IAN HERBERT IN LYON: The England captain has been willing to discuss every bump in the road in this Women's World Cup, but she did not stop to talk late into the evening in the Stade de Lyon.
  
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• England stars to be given luxury aircraft on way back from France

  03-07-2019 23:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE BY IAN HERBERT: England's players will fly home from the World Cup on a private jet, having travelled standard class on a commercial flight to the tournament.
  
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• Jofra Archer sets England World Cup record by claiming 17th wicket against New Zealand 

  03-07-2019 23:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  As Archer lined up for the national anthems, he allowed himself a quick joke with Stokes and Rashid. On the morning of England's latest must-win World Cup game, he was having the time of his life
  
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• Arsenal to hold talks over increasing transfer budget this summer

  03-07-2019 23:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE BY ADRIAN KAJUMBA: The discussions could result in Arsenal's transfer chiefs making an appeal to owner Stan Kroenke to release more funds this summer.
  
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• Fear has been cast aside as fortune favours brave England at the World Cup

  03-07-2019 23:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  NASSER HUSSAIN: This was another display that showed England have every base covered and why they are justifiably viewed as favourites for this World Cup on home soil.
  
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• Geraint Thomas: 'If I end up a one-hit wonder, it’s a pretty good hit to have'

  03-07-2019 23:30
  Champion concedes the absence of Chris Froome leaves a big hole in this year’s Tour de France but describes his Team Ineos co-leader Egan Bernal as a ‘massive talent’‘“I’ve got nothing to prove to anyone,” says Geraint Thomas, his baritone lilt failing to mask an unexpectedly spiky dash of defiance. “If I end up as a one-hit wonder, it’s still a pretty good hit to have. A lot of guys just dream of riding the Tour de France. I have won it.&rdq
  
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• FA confident Phil Neville will not walk away after leading Lionesses to semi-final of World Cup

  03-07-2019 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  IAN HERBERT IN LYON: The Football Association are convinced Phil Neville will stay as England women's manager and want to retain his services until the 2021 European Championships.
  
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• Reigning champion Novak Djokovic sails into third round with straight-sets victory over Denis Kudla

  03-07-2019 23:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Novak Djokovic sailed smoothly into the third round of Wimbledon after a trouble-free straight-sets win over Denis Kudla. The reigning champion's defence of his title was never threatened.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Thursday, July 4

  03-07-2019 23:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Thursday's meetings at Haydock, Yarmouth, Perth, Newbury and Epsom.
  
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• It is time for Rafael Nadal and Nick Kyrgios to get ready to rumble

  03-07-2019 23:26 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Despite the 41 places which separate them in the world rankings, this feels like anybody's game in their first meeting since February's fiery clash in Acapulco lit the touch paper for a war of words.
  
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• Chris Gayle aims to go out on a high at World Cup after West Indies dash wish for final Test

  03-07-2019 23:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Chris Gayle will aim to go out on a high in the World Cup at Headingley on Thursday but is set to be snubbed in his wish for a farewell Test next month. He's reversed his decision to retire from ODIs.
  
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• Wood: Booking World Cup semi-final spot at my home ground is a career high

  03-07-2019 23:08
  Fast bowler Mark Wood claimed England’s crucial 119-run over New Zealand on his home ground in Durham as one of the proudest days of his career.
  
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• Danny Cipriani likely to be included in England's World Cup training squad

  03-07-2019 23:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Gloucester's playmaker was recalled by national coach Eddie Jones last week, after not appearing at Test level throughout last season, despite the glittering form which saw him win two awards.
  
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• American star Cori Gauff brushes aside Magdalena Rybarikova to reach third round of Wimbledon 

  03-07-2019 23:03 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT WIMBLEDON: They closed the new roof on Court One and the newest star in the world of tennis went and blew it right back off again.
  
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• Eoin Morgan hails win over New Zealand after 'rollercoaster' World Cup campaign – video

  03-07-2019 23:00
  Eoin Morgan has said his England team are looking forward to a break after securing their passage into the World Cup semi-final with a win over New Zealand Eoin Morgan vows England will keep up their aggressive approach  Continue reading...
  
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• England bowler's run out helps hosts to first World Cup semi-final in 27 years

  03-07-2019 23:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  England's first-wicket savagery set the tone for another crushing World Cup victory but Mark Wood's fingers pointed the way to their first semi-final in 27 years as they beat New Zealand.
  
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• Auger-Aliassime reaches Wimbledon third round after beating Moutet

  03-07-2019 22:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MATTHEW LAMBERT ON COURT NO 3: The 18-year-old had not played a single professional match on grass this time last month but now finds himself in the third round and fifth favourite for title.
  
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• Holland vs Sweden, Women's World Cup semi-final: live score and latest updates

  03-07-2019 22:20
  It seems a bit unwise that the referee is wearing black shorts and yellow shirt, while Sweden are wearing yellow shorts and dark blue shirts. The only person who seems to be getting confused with it is me so maybe I just need to get on with it. Grow. Develop.
  
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• Power Play: England secure semi-final spot by swatting New Zealand aside

  03-07-2019 22:07
  Adam Collins and Daniel Norcross discuss England's eventual progression to the semi-finals and look ahead to West Indies' clash with Afghanistan.
  
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• Eoin Morgan vows England will keep up their aggressive approach

  03-07-2019 21:57
  • Win over New Zealand seals first World Cup semi-final since 1992
  • ‘It’s awesome. We must stick to our mantra and not be cagey’Eoin Morgan promised England will stick to their typically aggressive approach after the “awesome” feeling of booking a first World Cup semi-final since 1992.A 119-run victory against New Zealand – powered by Jonny Bairstow’s second successive century – ensured Morgan’s side will play in the second semi-fi
  
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• Pulisic is showing in the Gold Cup why Chelsea parted with £58m

  03-07-2019 21:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Through no fault of his own, Pulisic has been thrust into the light - now he represents a beacon of optimism as clouds gather around Stamford Bridge during a difficult summer for the club.
  
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• Morgan's delight as England rediscover their winning formula

  03-07-2019 21:27
  England are in the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in 27 years – but it is the manner of getting there that has pleased Eoin Morgan more than the historic achievement itself.
  
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• Jonny Bairstow seizes the moment again – this time at New Zealand’s expense | Barney Ronay

  03-07-2019 21:05
  Bairstow is arguably England’s finest ever ODI batsman and, if in doubt, ask the question, ‘Who has been better?’What’s eating Jonny Bairstow? And whatever it is, can we have some more please? Preferably in large doses by the middle of next week.On a lovely soft summer day in Chester-le-Street England’s opening pair were once again the difference. At 10 o’clock Eoin Morgan had won the toss and chosen to bat. From there it took just 18 overs of regal, muscular
  
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• Manchester City re-sign Angelino for £5.3million buyback clause

  03-07-2019 20:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 22-year-old was in the North West on Wednesday to finalise a switch back to the Premier League champions. Manchester City activated a release clause and he will now act as back up at left back.
  
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• Kyle Edmund throws away two set lead as Fernando Verdasco dumps British No 1 out of Wimbledon 

  03-07-2019 20:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Kyle Edmund let a commanding lead slip and appeared to suffer an injury in a doubly painful five-set loss to Fernando Verdasco in the second round of Wimbledon.
  
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• Atletico Madrid announce signing of Joao Felix for £114m from Benfica 

  03-07-2019 20:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Atletico Madrid have smashed their own transfer record by making 19-year-old Joao Felix the fourth most expensive player in history. The club confirmed the deal on Twitter.
  
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• Frank Lampard pictured arriving at Stamford Bridge

  03-07-2019 20:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The club legend is close to sealing a return to Stamford Bridge after one year as manager of Derby and was seen arriving at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday evening.
  
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• Andy Murray can be best doubles player in world, according to former coach

  03-07-2019 20:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE BY NATHAN SALT: Murray begins his men's doubles campaign at Wimbledon on Thursday alongside four-time Grand Slam doubles champion Pierre-Hugues Herbert and expectations are high.
  
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• Ex-England rugby star Ben Cohen opens up on his battle with tinnitus

  03-07-2019 20:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 40-year-old was part of the 2003 England World Cup-winning side and still stands as the country's second highest top try scorer. However, he has now opened up on his battle with tinnitus.
  
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• England qualify for World Cup semi-finals after 119-run victory... but New Zealand face wait

  03-07-2019 19:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  PAUL NEWMAN AT THE RIVERSIDE: They looked down and out after successive defeats but the real England have stood up to be counted just in time to seize their semi-final place.
  
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• Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea fans join up to challenge UEFA on policy for major finals

  03-07-2019 19:51 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Supporters of the Premier League's four European finalists have joined forces to try and challenge UEFA's policy on major finals. They have come up with a six-point plan.
  
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• Khabib Nurmagomedov deals blow to Conor McGregor rematch chances

  03-07-2019 19:25 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Khabib Nurmagomedov has admitted that he is 'somewhere near the end' of his career. His confession is a blow to Conor McGregor, who wants a rematch following his defeat last year.
  
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• Lucy Bronze defends England's penalty record

  03-07-2019 19:22 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Lionesses had the chance to equalise via a penalty in the 84th minute of the 2-1 defeat in Lyon, but captain Steph Houghton saw her effort from 12 yards kept out by Alyssa Naeher.
  
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• Cricket World Cup: Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy again lead the way as England confirm their semi-final place with New Zealand victory

  03-07-2019 19:15
  Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy once again did the early damage as England soared to victory against an out-of-sorts New Zealand.
  
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• Wimbledon 2019 LIVE: Novak Djokovic and Cori Gauff latest after Kyle Edmund loses plus schedule

  03-07-2019 18:44
  Follow the latest updates live from day three at Wimbledon where men’s world No 1 Novak Djokovic is back in second round action, as well as British No 1 Kyle Edmund and the American teenage sensation Cori Gauff.The second round proved the end of the road for Heather Watson as she was knocked out by Anett Kontaveit early in the day, with former men's Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka also a shock exit on Wednesday afternoon. Karolina Pliskova successfully negotiated Monica Puig on Centre Co
  
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• Wimbledon 2019 LIVE: Cori Gauff vs Magdalena Rybarikova latest, Novak Djokovic through, latest results

  03-07-2019 18:44
  Follow the latest updates live from day three at Wimbledon where men’s world No 1 Novak Djokovic is back in second round action, as well as British No 1 Kyle Edmund and the American teenage sensation Cori Gauff.The second round proved the end of the road for Heather Watson as she was knocked out by Anett Kontaveit early in the day, with former men's Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka also a shock exit on Wednesday afternoon. Karolina Pliskova successfully negotiated Monica Puig on Centre Co
  
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• Wimbledon 2019 - day three: Cori Gauff and Novak Djokovic through, Heather Watson knocked out

  03-07-2019 18:44
  Follow the latest updates live from day three at Wimbledon where men’s world No 1 Novak Djokovic is back in second round action, as well as British No 1 Kyle Edmund and the American teenage sensation Cori Gauff.The second round proved the end of the road for Heather Watson as she was knocked out by Anett Kontaveit early in the day, with former men's Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka also a shock exit on Wednesday afternoon. Karolina Pliskova successfully negotiated Monica Puig on Centre Co
  
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• Atletico Madrid confirm Man City have paid-up Rodri's £63m release clause

  03-07-2019 18:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Rodrigo Hernandez's move to Manchester City appeared to take a step closer on Wednesday as the Atletico Madrid player paid his release clause. His dream is to play for Pep Guardiola.
  
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• Stan Wawrinka accepts his standing in tennis has changed after defeat to Reilly Opelka 

  03-07-2019 18:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Stan Wawrinka accepts that his standing in the game has changed after his Wimbledon exit but is still excited about his future.
  
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• USA stars all smiles in training after beating England in World Cup semi-final

  03-07-2019 18:12 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The triumphant USA team beamed on their way into training after beating England Lionesses in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday night.
  
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• The US team are a bunch of brash, taunting prima donnas - but these winners also walk the talk

  03-07-2019 18:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  When Alex Morgan mercilessly lampooned tea drinkers after scoring against England, it hurt us badly. And initially, I hated her for it. But when I woke up this morning, I felt rather differently.
  
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• Manchester United's move for Bruno Fernandes takes step forward

  03-07-2019 17:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Manchester United's pursuit of Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Fernandes took a major step forward on Wednesday. The player's agent is expected to fly over from Portugal on Wednesday night.
  
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• England's 40-man World Cup training squad set to be named by Eddie Jones

  03-07-2019 17:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Eddie Jones is expected to name a maximum of 40 players in England's full World Cup training squad on Thursday. Saracens and Exeter's big guns will be rolled back in for the third training camp.
  
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• Fans mock Braga after Portuguese side unveil bizarre armour-themed third strip

  03-07-2019 17:29 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Kit designs emerge bolder and more brash season upon season, yet Portuguese top-flight side Sporting Braga may have pushed the boat out more than ever before.
  
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• Lionel Messi urged to fight on by Argentina's press after Copa America exit

  03-07-2019 17:26 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  TOM SANDERSON IN BRAZIL: Naturally, the Argentine press dug its heels in over the hours that followed yet another big stage disappointment. Messi, they feel, can lead new generation to glory.
  
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