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How Brighton’s sister club turned into the ‘cheat code’ of European football

How Brighton’s sister club turned into the ‘cheat code’ of European football

The Independent — Four years ago, Royale Union Saint-Gilloise hadn’t seen the light of top-tier football in close to 50 years. They’re now clear favourites to claim championship glory this season.

Underdog once more, Leon Edwards has a secret weapon at UFC London

Underdog once more, Leon Edwards has a secret weapon at UFC London

The Independent — Leon Edwards is back in the role he’s become all too familiar with in the UFC. “Rocky” returns to home turf as the headline attraction for UFC London this weekend, hoping to bounce back from welterweight title despair last summer.

Saudi World Cup 2034: Sportswashing like you've never seen it before

Saudi World Cup 2034: Sportswashing like you've never seen it before

SWLondoner — As the 2034 World Cup edges towards Saudi Arabia’s grasp, sportswashing is once again threatening to rear its ugly head – but this time, on a scale far larger than ever seen before.

'We all thought she was going to die' - AEW star Anthony Ogogo relives London 2012 trauma

'We all thought she was going to die' - AEW star Anthony Ogogo relives London 2012 trauma

Yahoo Sport UK — When Anthony Ogogo bagged boxing bronze at London 2012, he was going through the worst time of his life.

Jadon Sancho is turning into one of the signings of the season under Enzo Maresca’s care at Chelsea

Jadon Sancho is turning into one of the signings of the season under Enzo Maresca’s care at Chelsea

The Independent — Derby day provided a timely reminder of a certain talent that resides within Chelsea’s attacking ranks.

Kadeena Cox chases more Paralympic medals after proving what her mum always knew

Kadeena Cox chases more Paralympic medals after proving what her mum always knew

The Mirror UK — Kadeena Cox stole the headlines by winning medals in two different sports at Rio 2016 and she's looking to cement her legacy in Paris

Israel Adesanya may never fight for a UFC title again if he can’t pass Nassourdine Imavov test

Israel Adesanya may never fight for a UFC title again if he can’t pass Nassourdine Imavov test

The Independent — Israel Adesanya’s glittering MMA career has entered “do or die” territory. On Saturday, Riyadh will play host to Adesanya’s first non-title fight in almost six years. How it fares could very well determine whether the “Last Stylebender” will ever compete for UFC gold again.

Arsenal can win Premier League with 'best in the business' star says ex-Gunner

Arsenal can win Premier League with 'best in the business' star says ex-Gunner

Daily Star (UK) — Theo Walcott reckons the Spanish shot-stopper David Raya, who won the Premier League's Golden Glove last season, is the missing piece in Mikel Arteta's Emirates jigsaw

Rachel Choong reflects on meeting Jurgen Klopp and living her Paralympic dream

Rachel Choong reflects on meeting Jurgen Klopp and living her Paralympic dream

Liverpool Echo — Choong made her Paralympic debut in Paris, the culmination of years of hard work

Luther Burrell's unlikely journey to becoming an England international

Luther Burrell's unlikely journey to becoming an England international

The Northern Echo — Luther Burrell did not grow up in an area prone to producing England international rugby players.

Yee defends triathlon celebration after allegations of 'disrespect'

Yee defends triathlon celebration after allegations of 'disrespect'

The Mirror UK — Yee continued a golden summer with victory in the Boston supertri but his triumph was not without controversy

Team GB's luckiest Olympian ready to take 2nd chance as 'crushing' blow avoided

Team GB's luckiest Olympian ready to take 2nd chance as 'crushing' blow avoided

The Mirror UK — Former 1500m world champion Jake Wightman thought his dream of a second Olympic appearance was over when a muscle tear in his calf ruled him out of the UK Athletics Championships - but a moment of luck, for him at least, saw him handed a discretionary berth

Choong pledges to have girlfriend in heart at Paris 2024

Choong pledges to have girlfriend in heart at Paris 2024

Yahoo Sport UK — Olympic champion Joe Choong has pledged to have girlfriend Liv Green in his heart at Paris 2024 after experiencing the highs and lows of selection all at once.

Stuart Pearce issues bullish England prediction ahead of Euro 2024 opener

Stuart Pearce issues bullish England prediction ahead of Euro 2024 opener

The Mirror UK — The Three Lions face Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday hoping to put last Friday's dismal defeat against Iceland firmly behind them

'My Dad won gold at London 2012 - now I want to do the same at Paris 2024'

'My Dad won gold at London 2012 - now I want to do the same at Paris 2024'

The Mirror UK — Harry Charles is the fresh-faced star of British equestrian and has his sights set on following in his father's illustrious Olympic footsteps in Paris this summer

Liverpool desperate for return of star shooter after wasteful Man United outing

Liverpool desperate for return of star shooter after wasteful Man United outing

Anfield Watch — Liverpool were left rueing missed chances as they came away from Old Trafford with a measly point on Sunday - and the stats show just how much wastefulness cost them.

Arsenal’s forgotten man who could be secret weapon in title battle

Arsenal’s forgotten man who could be secret weapon in title battle

The Independent — Emile Smith Rowe has given Mikel Arteta a timely reminder of his vast capabilities after a standout performance against Luton, which earned him a thunderous standing ovation.

For Cody Garbrandt, it is now or never at UFC 300

For Cody Garbrandt, it is now or never at UFC 300

The Independent — Cody Garbrandt’s UFC career looked under serious threat of becoming a cautionary tale when, for the second time in his career, he surpassed 1,000 days without a win in 2023.

How Joe Gomez completed remarkable comeback to help salvage Liverpool’s title bid

How Joe Gomez completed remarkable comeback to help salvage Liverpool’s title bid

The Independent — Joe Gomez’s stunning resurgence has been crucial to Liverpool keeping their head above water in this season’s title race – and this doesn’t look set to change as the club braces itself for an intense title climax.

Could Daniel Munoz solve Crystal Palace's goal struggles?

Could Daniel Munoz solve Crystal Palace's goal struggles?

South West Londoner — Colombian export Daniel Munoz is Crystal Palace's newest right-back - and data shows he's breathing fresh attacking life into a role that has long been gasping for progression.

Cejudo's last dance? Triple C knows UFC 298 is 'boom or bust'

Cejudo's last dance? Triple C knows UFC 298 is 'boom or bust'

Daily Mail — Former pound-for-pound king Alexander Volkanovski headlines the showcase in Anaheim, California - putting his featherweight belt on the line against the undefeated Ilia Topuria.

London MMA star Shanelle Dyer sets sights on PFL gold

London MMA star Shanelle Dyer sets sights on PFL gold

SWLondoner — London-born mixed martial arts sensation Shanelle Dyer has put the combat world on notice as she continues in her quest to become the best.

South London campaigner calls for change after Leyton Orient fan death

South London campaigner calls for change after Leyton Orient fan death

North East Londoner — The death of Leyton Orient fan Derek Reynolds must act as a wake-up call to improve safety protocols in sporting venues, a Sutton campaigner has argued.

Stefan Bajcetic is back and will not be forgotten by injury

Stefan Bajcetic is back and will not be forgotten by injury

Anfield Watch — The improbable rise to prominence of Stefan Bajcetic was, to many, the saving grace of a gloomy 2022/23 season.
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