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• Smoke from wildfire stops play in Brazilian Serie C match

  26-08-2019 23:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The match between Atletico Acreano and Luverdense was interrupted in just the sixth minute with visibility increasingly curtailed by a wildfire near the stadium.
  
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• Liverpool starlet Bobby Duncan misses U23s Southampton clash ahead of sealing loan

  26-08-2019 23:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Liverpool wonderkid Bobby Duncan was left out of Monday night's Under 23s clash against Southampton with his future to be resolved in the coming days.
  
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• MARTIN SAMUEL: Confounding and thrilling... why a Test on the final day has no equal

  26-08-2019 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: So what's your favourite sport? In this job, you lose count of the times you get asked that question. And most probably feel they know the answer anyway.
  
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• Inter Milan 4-0 Lecce: Romelu Lukaku silences his doubters to score on his debut

  26-08-2019 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Romelu Lukaku silenced his critics over his reported weight issues by scoring on his Inter Milan debut as Antonio Conte recorded an impressive 4-0 win during his first game in charge. 
  
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• Ben Stokes sends TV viewings Sky high as his Headingley heroics attract record audience

  26-08-2019 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Ben Stokes' England heroics on Sunday that levelled the Ashes series attracted record viewing figures. Sky drew a peak audience of 2.1million during Sunday's dramatic day at Headingley.
  
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• Premier League to liquidation: Bolton are a battered emblem

  26-08-2019 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  There was a time in the not-so-distant past when Bolton Wanderers offered sublime evidence that every modest town had the right to a seat at football's top table.
  
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• Nemanja Matic demands Ole Gunnar Solskjaer talks over Man Utd future as clubs monitor star

  26-08-2019 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic reportedly wants sit-down talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to discuss the manager’s plans for him this season but has fears he needs to move on for the good of his career.
  
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• McIlroy versus Koepka is the best shot of a genuine rivalry since Woods and Mickelson 

  26-08-2019 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  DEREK LAWRENSON - WORLD OF GOLF: Are we about to see a genuine rivalry break out in golf? Goodness knows, there have been enough false dawns.
  
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• Boxing news: Luke Campbell confident he can de-throne Vasyl Lomachenko

  26-08-2019 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  JEFF POWELL: Luke Campbell will be one of a very exclusive group of boxing people who will be unsurprised if he beats the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world on Saturday night.
  
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• Bolton on the brink of liquidation as League One clubs call for decisive action

  26-08-2019 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Bolton, one of the founding members of the Football League, are in a desperate fight to survive with the club hurtling towards liquidation if a deal to buy it cannot be revived.
  
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• Ben Stokes looking to emulate Freddie Flintoff as England plot 2005 Ashes repeat of sorts

  26-08-2019 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Daily Express chief sports writer Neil Squires draws comparisons between the current Ashes series and England’s iconic 2005 triumph after an incredible third Test at Headingley.
  
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• Chelsea field their youngest team since 1994 but who played against Oldham and where are they now?

  26-08-2019 23:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Frank Lampard's arrival at Chelsea has brought about a fresh and exciting new era following the days of big-money signings and some of Europe's biggest managers.
  
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• After Ben Stokes' heroics, what is the greatest Ashes Test?  

  26-08-2019 23:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The scenes at Headingley on Sunday were among some of the most incredible ever witnessed in the Ashes. But where does it rank in an all-time list in the greatest clashes between the two sides?
  
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• Johnston ponders Irish Champion Stakes for Elarqam after impressive effort in the York Stakes

  26-08-2019 23:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Trainer Mark Johnston is considering the possibility of Elarqam being supplementary entered for the Qipco Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown.
  
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• Nathan Lyon bitten by mother cricket... few Englishmen will weep for Australia's sledger-in-chief

  26-08-2019 23:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  If England could have chosen an Australian cricketer to make the fatal fumble that may just have handed them the Ashes then the name of Nathan Lyon would have been on many lips.
  
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• Ben Stokes is a very modern genius... but we have to make sure he doesn't burn out

  26-08-2019 23:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's cricket experts including NASSER HUSSAIN and DAVID LLOYD reflect on a sensational Test, Ben Stokes' heroics and consider the destination of the Ashes now.
  
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• Jack Leach, England's new cult hero, puts on quite a spectacle

  26-08-2019 22:51 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The man who played the role of Clark Kent to Ben Stokes's Superman could be seen back on the Headingley outfield four hours after the drama, re-enacting the most vital single he will ever score.
  
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• The Duke of Headingley! Boris says he will give Ben Stokes maximum honour after Ashes heroics

  26-08-2019 22:37 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Ben Stokes' 135 not out at Headingley on Monday saved the match, the series, and set records tumbling. Today Boris Johnson said: ' I will give dukedoms, the maximum, the Garter King of Arms'.
  
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• Brighton news: Adam Webster braced for 'physical' debut in Bristol Rovers clash

  26-08-2019 22:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Centre-back Webster joined Premier League Albion from Rovers' bitter rivals Bristol City for a reported £22million at the start of the month. The 24-year-old makes a swift return to the west country.
  
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• Transfer news LIVE: Neymar to Barcelona, Arsenal exit near, Martial causes Man Utd problem

  26-08-2019 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  The European transfer window is still open with Neymar linked to a move to Barcelona or Real Madrid and Express Sport brings you updates throughout the day.
  
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• American captain Juli Inkster delivers big shock as Solheim Cup axe falls on stalwart Cristie Kerr

  26-08-2019 21:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  No surprise to see American Solheim Cup captain Juli Inkster go with experience for the match against Europe at Gleneagles next month.
  
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• Champion trainer Paul Nicholls bags horse name Onethreefivenotout in honour of Ashes hero Ben Stokes

  26-08-2019 21:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Nicholls was ahead of the game as he reserved the horse name Onethreefivenotout in honour of Ben Stokes' century which won the third Ashes Test for England at Headingley.
  
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• Ashes 2019 news: Shane Warne hits out at 'ridiculous and childish' Matt Prior

  26-08-2019 21:45 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Shane Warne has slammed former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior as 'silly and immature' for teasing Nathan Lyon after Ben Stokes' Headingley heroics.
  
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• Andy Murray beats teenage novice Imran Sibille in straight sets

  26-08-2019 21:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MIKE DICKSON: Andy Murray took just 42 minutes to register his first singles win since his second hip operation on Monday night at the home of a great rival.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Tuesday, August 27

  26-08-2019 21:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips for Tuesday's meetings at Epsom Downs, Bath, Ripon and Musselburgh.
  
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• Raul Jimenez praises Wolves attitude as never-say-die approach pays off against Burnley 

  26-08-2019 21:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Raul Jimenez praised Wolves' attitude after their last-gasp draw against Burnley. The striker scored a penalty in the seventh minute of stoppage time to rescue a point at Molineux on Sunday.
  
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• Tottenham boss Pochettino sets stance on Vertonghen and Aurier transfers after squad snubs

  26-08-2019 20:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has decided his stance on the futures of both Jan Vertonghen and Serge Aurier, according to reports.
  
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• Comfortable win for Andy Murray against French teenager at Rafa Nadal Open

  26-08-2019 20:25
  The Scot won in just 44 minutes at the Rafa Nadal Open.
  
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• The two players Celtic want to replace Kieran Tierney after Arsenal transfer

  26-08-2019 20:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  Celtic are interested in signing Kilmarnock’s Greg Taylor and Rosenborg’s Birger Meling ahead of next Monday’s deadline.
  
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• Novak Djokovic downplays injury concerns ahead of US Open start

  26-08-2019 20:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  Novak Djokovic was spotted receiving treatment on his foot during a practise session.
  
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• Andy Murray wins first singles match at Rafael Nadal Open since injury return

  26-08-2019 19:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  Andy Murray has finally registered his first ATP win on a singles court since returning from injury after defeating teenager Imran Sibille in the first round of the Rafael Nadal Open.
  
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• Rangers boss Steven Gerrard sent Celtic warning over Alfredo Morelos transfer confession

  26-08-2019 19:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Alfredo Morelos has been linked with a move away from Rangers, who may receive a bid for the striker before the transfer window closes.
  
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• US Open 2019: Harriet Dart bows out after suffering first-round defeat to Romania's Ana Bogdan

  26-08-2019 19:24 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 23-year-old Londoner was making her debut in the main draw at Flushing Meadows having come through three rounds of qualifying.
  
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• James McCarthy set for Crystal Palace debut in Carabao Cup second round encounter with Colchester 

  26-08-2019 19:24 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  James McCarthy could make his full Crystal Palace debut when Colchester visit Selhurst Park in the Carabao Cup. McCarthy has so far been restricted to two substitute appearances.
  
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• Holland boss Koeman backs Matthijs de Ligt to cement Juventus place despite being benched  

  26-08-2019 19:21 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Holland boss Ronald Koeman has backed wonderkid Matthijs de Ligt to cement himself firmly in the starting XI of Italian giants Juventus.
  
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• US Open: Johanna Konta progresses into second round after victory over Daria Kasatkina

  26-08-2019 19:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Despite first-round defeats in the two tournaments played since her Wimbledon exit, Konta had hoped for improvement at Flushing Meadows and duly delivered in her first test.
  
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• Roger Federer: Virat Kohli sends message to Sumit Nagal ahead of 'humongous' US Open task

  26-08-2019 19:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Cricket legend Virat Kohli sends a supportive message to Sumit Nagal ahead of Roger Federer clash at US Open
  
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• Johanna Konta battles through challenging US Open first round tie as Harriet Dart exits

  26-08-2019 19:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  Johanna Konta is through to the US Open second round, but Harriet Dart’s Flushing Meadows singles debut came to an abrupt end.
  
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• Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde 'will no longer block sale of midfielder Ivan Rakitic'

  26-08-2019 19:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde has agreed to the sale of Ivan Rakitic. Rakitic. aged 31, has not featured in the starting line-up for the opening two La Liga games this season.
  
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• Virgil van Dijk did not want Joel Matip to score for Liverpool vs Arsenal - Chris Kamara

  26-08-2019 18:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Sky Sports presenter has hilariously claimed Virgil van Dijk was not pleased Joel Matip scored in the Premier League clash against Arsenal.
  
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• Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer dealt blow as scans reveal extent of Luke Shaw injury

  26-08-2019 18:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  Luke Shaw hobbled off during Manchester United's defeat to Crystal Palace at the week and the Red Devils have learned the extent of his injury.
  
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• Boxing news: Derek Chisora and Joseph Parker 'agree terms' for fight

  26-08-2019 18:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Joseph Parker has finally received an offer to fight Derek Chisora in London this October, according to manager David Higgins. He is ready to accept terms despite 'frustrating communication''.
  
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• Nick Kyrgios hits back at tennis greats over attack on personal character

  26-08-2019 18:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nick Kyrgios has taken aim at a bunch of former tennis stars for making comments on his “personal character”.
  
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• Transfer news: Lazio and Schalke lead the chase for Swansea striker Andre Ayew

  26-08-2019 18:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Swansea striker Andre Ayew is attracting interest from Lazio and Schalke ahead of next week's European transfer deadline.
  
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• Rory McIlroy plays down the money factor after FedEx Cup success

  26-08-2019 18:36
  • Northern Irishman won on biggest pay day in golf history
  • ‘I realise I’m privileged, but winning is way more important’It may placate those offended by the largesse of a golfer scooping $15m for tournament success to hear that the value of that prize doesn’t matter to the individual in question. When seeking to close out the Tour Championship, with the associated FedEx Cup bounty the standard reference point, Rory McIlroy’s focus was solely on professio
  
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• US Open 2019: Johanna Konta safely through to second round with win against Daria Kasatkina

  26-08-2019 18:12
  British number one Johanna Konta is safely through to the second round of the US Open 2019 after a challenging three-set win over Russia's Daria Kasatkina.Konta, seeded 16th, had lost in the first round in the last two years, but she progressed to next round with a 6-1 4-6 6-2 victory.The Brit raced to a 6-1 lead to take the first set as she made very light work of her opponent's second serve and kept herself in command during her service games. " I started really well and my opponent took some
  
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• US Open 2019: Johanna Konta and Dan Evans safely through to second round after testing starts

  26-08-2019 18:12
  British number one Johanna Konta is safely through to the second round of the US Open 2019 after a challenging three-set win over Russia's Daria Kasatkina.Konta, seeded 16th, had lost in the first round in the last two years, but she progressed to next round with a 6-1 4-6 6-2 victory.The Brit raced to a 6-1 lead to take the first set as she made very light work of her opponent's second serve and kept herself in command during her service games. "I started really well and my opponent took some t
  
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• Townsend steps in to defend Young after Crystal Palace tweet mocked him

  26-08-2019 17:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Andros Townsend has jumped to the defence of Ashley Young on Monday afterthe Manchester United player was mocked by Crystal Palace for his efforts to tackle Wilfried Zaha.
  
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• Chelsea news: Tammy Abraham set to double his £50,000-per-week wages with new deal

  26-08-2019 17:41 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham is reportedly set to be rewarded for his strong start to the season with the Blues ready to double his £50,000-per-week wages at Stamford Bridge.
  
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• Man United sweating over Luke Shaw with fears he could face five weeks out with hamstring injury

  26-08-2019 17:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Manchester United fear Luke Shaw could be out for five weeks with a hamstring injury. The 24-year-old pulled up during the first half of Saturday's defeat by Crystal Palace.
  
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