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• Transfer news LIVE: Vinicius Jr agrees Arsenal terms, Man Utd deal confirmed

  31-07-2026 23:59 via express.co.uk
  Express Sport keeps you up to date with all of the latest transfer news.
  
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• DUNDEE UTD 1 RANGERS 1: Derek McInnes fails to get off to winning start as old failings befall Ibrox men

  31-07-2026 23:49 via dailymail.com
  
  It didn't exactly require deep insight to ascertain why Rangers supporters flooded into Tannadice feeling both enthused and anxious at the outset of the new campaign.
  
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• Jude Bellingham gets a hero's reception on his return to Birmingham City... as England superstar's boyhood club beat Barcelona on penalties!

  31-07-2026 23:44 via dailymail.com
  
  Jude Bellingham was welcomed back to Birmingham City like a hero on Friday night as he watched his boyhood club triumph on penalties against Barcelona.
  
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• Ex-ESPN host sparks furious backlash after claiming it is 'embarrassing' to suggest WNBA players want to hurt Caitlin Clark

  31-07-2026 23:30 via dailymail.com
  
  WNBA players do not hate the wildly popular Caitlin Clark, nor do they wish her any harm, according to columnist and former ESPN host Jemele Hill, who is facing backlash.
  
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• Glamorous ESPN sideline reporter promoted from college football to the NFL... just in time for network's first ever Super Bowl

  31-07-2026 23:02 via dailymail.com
  
  McGrath, who joined ESPN in 2016 and became a mainstay on Saturday college football broadcasts, will take on a major role as the sideline reporter for games aired on NFL Network.
  
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• How Glasgow's hometown hero Josh Kerr is relishing his battle for Commonwealth gold after shattering fastest mile world record, writes NIK SIMON... as Georgia Hunter-Bell cruises to 800m glory

  31-07-2026 22:58 via dailymail.com
  
  NIK SIMON: Step off the train at Glasgow Central and one of the first things you see is an enormous billboard of Josh Kerr. It is a giant image of the hometown hero, letting out a cathartic roar.
  
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• Newcastle agree deal for goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek, Como back in for Trevoh Chalobah, David Moyes makes call over Celtic star... and Inter Milan will go to £30m for Liverpool's Curtis Jones: WINDOW WATCH

  31-07-2026 22:13 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments.
  
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• Inter Milan willing to pay £30m for Curtis Jones - but Liverpool are holding out for more after rejecting initial offer

  31-07-2026 22:13 via dailymail.com
  
  SIMON JONES: Inter Milan have intimated they are willing to pay £30million for Liverpoolmidfielder Curtis Jones. Liverpool dismissed Inter's last offer of £21.75m.
  
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• Revealed: Chelsea avoided sanction that would have RELEGATED them from the Premier League as secret talks get six-point deduction overturned following 'illegal' signings under Roman Abramovich

  31-07-2026 22:00 via dailymail.com
  
  In the written reasons document in the case between Chelsea and the FA, the governing body said a 'starting point of 15 points is appropriate'.
  
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• ESPN analyst who was spared from brutal cuts is slammed by viewers after appearing live on air from nail salon

  31-07-2026 21:54 via dailymail.com
  
  McNutt appeared on SportsCenter alongside anchors Michael Eaves and Nicole Briscoe, who immediately called out the unusual setting after noticing the backdrop.
  
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• Donald Trump speaks out on Gianni Infantino World Cup plans after boycott threat

  31-07-2026 21:25 via express.co.uk
  US President Donald Trump has been asked about the controversial plans put forward by FIFA President Gianni Infantino
  
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• Buttler 'shows his muscle' with half-century against Rockets

  31-07-2026 21:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jos Buttler hits four sixes on his way to another half-century knock in the 2026 Men's Hundred, to help Manchester Super Giants post a score of 137 against Trent Rockets at Old Trafford.
  
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• Korda produces 'special' second round to recover from day one woes

  31-07-2026 21:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  World number one Nelly Korda returns to form on day two of the Women's Open, carding three-under-par 68 to erase her opening round struggles. Her bounce-back leaves her one under par total and just five shots behind leader Haeran Ryu, setting up an exciting weekend chase at Royal Lytham & St. Annes Golf Course.
  
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• $10m-a-year MLB star out for the season after 'crashing scooter into firetruck that then ran over his foot' in bizarre late-night drinking accident

  31-07-2026 20:57 via dailymail.com
  
  The 32-year-old outfielder - who signed a two-year, $20million contract with the Giants in the offseason - was already on the injured list recovering from plantar fasciitis in his left foot.
  
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• The Preview: Early days, but new Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson looks primed to build on Jens Berthel Askou's success

  31-07-2026 20:36 via dailymail.com
  
  So much for Motherwell being a team in transition. You wouldn't have known it given the way they swatted HB aside on Thursday to seal progression in the Europa Conference League.
  
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• 'Absolute dime' - best shots from second round of Women's Open

  31-07-2026 20:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Enjoy the best shots from day two at the Women's Open, featuring Nelly Korda and England's Charley Hull.
  
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• Dog walk and expletive text - key findings in Vondrousova anti-doping case

  31-07-2026 20:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The full report into 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova's four-year ban for refusing a doping test has been released - BBC Sport analyses the key findings.
  
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• How Glasgow's hometown hero Josh Kerr is relishing his battle for Commonwealth gold after shattering fastest mile world record... and why he wants to be under as much pressure as possible, writes NIK SIMON

  31-07-2026 20:29 via dailymail.com
  
  NIK SIMON: Step off the train at Glasgow Central and one of the first things you see is an enormous billboard of Josh Kerr. It is a giant image of the hometown hero, letting out a cathartic roar.
  
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• Gianni Infantino 'to lose FIFA Presidency' as furious resignation letter issued

  31-07-2026 20:29 via express.co.uk
  Infantino sparked anger across the world of football.
  
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• Vinicius Jr to Arsenal transfer edges closer after Real Madrid contract stance

  31-07-2026 20:22 via express.co.uk
  Arsenal want to sign Vinicius Jr this season, withtalks with contract talks with Real Madrid appearing to stall.
  
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• Gianni Infantino's most bitter rival: Meet UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin - the Slovenian lawyer taking on FIFA's plan to sell the World Cup

  31-07-2026 20:06 via dailymail.com
  
  Few voices have been as forthright in their disapproval of Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell off the World Cup as UEFA's president Aleksander Ceferin.
  
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• Paddy Power predict under-fire Gianni Infantino WILL remain as FIFA president at the end of the year - despite huge backlash over controversial World Cup scheme

  31-07-2026 19:52 via dailymail.com
  
  Infantino, 56, is facing a rebellion from his members and is under pressure to quit but is odds-on at 1/4 with Paddy Power to keep his job.
  
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• Dunkley and Luff power Rockets to win over Super Giants

  31-07-2026 19:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sophia Dunkley and Sophie Luff both hit half-century knocks to help Trent Rockets on their way to a 31-run win over Manchester Super Giants in the Women's Hundred.
  
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• Newcastle agree deal for goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek, Como back in for Trevoh Chalobah, David Moyes makes call over Celtic star... and Inter Milan continue pursuit of £30m-rated Liverpool man : WINDOW WATCH

  31-07-2026 19:28 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments.
  
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• FIFA chief turns on Gianni Infantino amid claims staff 'deceived' over World Cup plans

  31-07-2026 19:09 via express.co.uk
  Gianni Infantino is under increasing pressure amid plans to sell FIFA World Cup stakes to private investors.
  
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• Belief is not a concern for Josh Kerr ahead of his Mile mission

  31-07-2026 19:03 via dailymail.com
  
  The Scottish cringe gene is evidently not part of Josh Kerr's make-up.
  
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• Wouter Vrancken needs to learn some harsh lessons quickly if Hearts are not to slide back into the role of also-rans

  31-07-2026 19:02 via dailymail.com
  
  Wouter Vrancken already bears the look of a bloke about to learn some harsh lessons in the rather peculiar environment of Scottish football.
  
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• NBA star claims ex-girlfriend ruined his $92K wardrobe with bleach and threatened to kill him in bombshell legal filing

  31-07-2026 18:56 via dailymail.com
  
  The 25-year-old claimed that he was left fearing for his life after receiving an phone call from one of his ex-girlfriend's friends, who allegedly made a chilling threat to the NBA star.
  
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• Como back in for Trevoh Chalobah, David Moyes makes call over Celtic star, Inter Milan continue pursuit of £30m-rated Liverpool man - and West Ham step up chase for midfielder Arne Engels: WINDOW WATCH

  31-07-2026 18:46 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments.
  
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• Celtic will have NO excuses if they lose out to Eurotrash in Champions League qualifiers once again

  31-07-2026 18:35 via dailymail.com
  
  LASK, Viking, Aarhus, Sabau, Celje, Ararat-Armenia, Levski Sofia and Kairat Almaty make up the list of potential opponents Celtic will face on Champions League qualifying play-off duty.
  
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• 'Some people prefer Manchester or London... but I love Burnley': How $100m NFL star JJ Watt has embraced his role as Clarets co-owner - and even designed their new shirt

  31-07-2026 18:32 via dailymail.com
  
  JJ Watt wants to restore the Burnley of old. For a man used to the glitzy environs of America's NFL, he comes across remarkably in touch with this humble corner of Lancashire.
  
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• Arsene Wenger has ruined his own legacy. We once thought he was The Professor, now we see the truth - a silent stooge following his master Gianni Infantino... and is ex-Arsenal boss the real brains behind FIFA's hated schemes?

  31-07-2026 18:20 via dailymail.com
  
  CHRIS WHEELER: Speaking in February on the tenth anniversary of Infantino's accession as FIFA president, Wenger paid tribute to his friend for a 'huge improvement' in world football.
  
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• WNBA star Brittney Griner files for divorce from wife Cherelle... three years after she fought to free her from Russian prison camp

  31-07-2026 18:19 via dailymail.com
  
  Griner, 35, is seeking 'joint legal and physical custody' of the couple's two-year-old son, while also requesting an equitable division of all marital assets.
  
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• WNBA star Brittney Griner files for divorce from wife Cherelle three years after release from Russian prison camp

  31-07-2026 18:02 via dailymail.com
  
  Griner, 35, is seeking 'joint legal and physical custody' of the couple's two-year-old son, while also requesting an equitable division of all marital assets.
  
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• Arsenal reach £77m agreement in principle to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle - as Premier League champions plan medical next week

  31-07-2026 18:02 via dailymail.com
  
  Guimaraes dropped a bombshell on Newcastle several weeks ago by informing them of his desire to leave. And he did not fly with the rest of the Toon squad to their training camp on Friday.
  
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• Eddie Howe sends emotional message to Newcastle fans as club confirms bombshell exit - and labels his five-year spell at St James' Park a 'privilege of my lifetime'

  31-07-2026 18:01 via dailymail.com
  
  Eddie Howe has delivered an emotional farewell to Newcastle United supporters as the club confirmed his departure in a statement on Friday.
  
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• Arsene Wenger has ruined his own legacy. We once thought he was The Professor, now we see the truth - a silent stooge following his master Gianni Infantino... and is ex-Arsenal boss the real brains behind FIFA's hare-brained schemes?

  31-07-2026 18:00 via dailymail.com
  
  CHRIS WHEELER: Speaking in February on the tenth anniversary of Infantino's accession as FIFA president, Wenger paid tribute to his friend for a 'huge improvement' in world football.
  
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• CBS put $18m-a-year NFL analyst Tony Romo on LEAVE in stunning decision after his drunk driving arrest

  31-07-2026 17:56 via dailymail.com
  
  The 46-year-old former Dallas Cowboys quarterback - who is paid $18m a year by the TV network - was arrested for operating while intoxicated in Milwaukee last week.
  
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• David Moyes makes call over Celtic star, Inter Milan continue pursuit of £30m-rated Liverpool man, Bournemouth agree deal for Benfica defender - and West Ham step up chase for midfielder Arne Engels: WINDOW WATCH

  31-07-2026 17:54 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments.
  
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• The Premier League special edition is on sale now

  31-07-2026 17:28 via express.co.uk
  The perfect way to get prepared for the new campaign. It's packed with features and club-by-club guides
  
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• FIFA World Cup plot RECAP: Furious chiefs hit out at Gianni Infantino's 'blackmail' ploy as under-fire president tries to force through 64-team expansion

  31-07-2026 17:05 via dailymail.com
  
  RECAP: All the latest on FIFA's controversial World Cup plot - with more nations publicly opposing Gianni Infantino's scheme, while his right-hand man has resigned in protest.
  
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• Mykhailo Mudryk is BACK: Chelsea outcast's doping nightmare is over as Blues and WADA agree to end four-year ban early - 20 months after he last played for West London club

  31-07-2026 17:01 via dailymail.com
  
  Mykhailo Mudryk can return to playing football immediately after his ban for failing a doping test was slashed by two-and-a-half years.
  
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• FIFA World Cup plot LIVE: Furious chiefs hit out at Gianni Infantino's 'blackmail' ploy as under-fire president tries to force through 64-team expansion

  31-07-2026 16:59 via dailymail.com
  
  Follow all the latest on FIFA's controversial World Cup plot - with more nations publicly opposing Gianni Infantino's scheme, while his right-hand man has resigned in protest.
  
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• Former Kansas City Chiefs player and star of the first EVER Super Bowl dead at 85 as tributes pour in

  31-07-2026 16:45 via dailymail.com
  
  Hunt's death was first announced by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, into which he was inducted in 2015 following a stellar career in both college and the NFL.
  
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• Fans left baffled as ESPN analyst appears on air to call baseball game... just days after being brutally cut

  31-07-2026 16:40 via dailymail.com
  
  The analyst, who had been at the network for 33 years before getting laid off recently, stunned fans as he returned to their screens for the Atlanta Braves-Washington Nationals game.
  
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• Paddy Power aim brutal swipe at FIFA and Gianni Infantino with hilarious 'for sale' poster outside Swiss HQ as president faces huge backlash for controversial World Cup scheme

  31-07-2026 16:32 via dailymail.com
  
  UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC have all come out against Infantino's plot, while one of his most senior advisors Carlos Cordeiro also resigned in protest.
  
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• WNBA's trans war threatens to spiral out of control as protestors plan more furious demonstrations in support of Sophie Cunningham

  31-07-2026 16:09 via dailymail.com
  
  The Indiana Fever star's recent comments about 'protecting young girls' from transgender athletes in sports has created huge controversy on both sides of the arguments, leading to a series of rallies.
  
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• England refuse to rule out Ben Stokes retirement U-turn ahead of next summer's Ashes: 'Anything is possible'

  31-07-2026 15:55 via dailymail.com
  
  RICHARD GIBSON: Rob Key has refused to rule out an Ashes return for Ben Stokes next summer, claiming: 'Anything is possible.'
  
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• Justin Herbert reveals new details about his surprise proposal to Madison Beer...as loved-up pair pack on the PDA at LA Chargers training camp

  31-07-2026 15:42 via dailymail.com
  
  He is now back at training camp and has been quizzed by reporters on his whirlwind romance, asked on Thursday whether he was more nervous about proposing or his first NFL start.
  
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• Falcons coach makes emotional first appearance since tragic death of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich's wife Cristina: 'It's heartbreaking'

  31-07-2026 15:16 via dailymail.com
  
  With the Falcons back for another day of training camp on Friday morning, Stefanski took his place in front of the media to make a heartbreaking first statement about the tragic circumstances.
  
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