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Mykhailo Mudryk faces four-year ban after meldonium test as FA files anti-doping charges
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged by the FA after a positive test for meldonium and could face a ban of up to four years. The 24-year-old was provisionally suspended in December after a sample collected in late October. He denies knowingly taking any banned substance and is exploring a contamination defence. Chelsea say he remains part of the squad, while the investigation continues.
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Botafogo vs PSG: Video Shows Violent Fan Clash at Rose Bowl During Club World Cup
A brawl broke out between Botafogo and PSG fans during their Club World Cup match at the Rose Bowl, moments that overshadowed Botafogo’s shock 1-0 win. Several people were injured as video of the fight spread online. The incident sparked fresh questions about security at one of the tournament’s marquee venues.
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Canadian GP qualifying: Russell pips Verstappen and Piastri to pole on mediums
George Russell grabbed pole for the Canadian Grand Prix with a 1:10.899 on medium tyres, beating Max Verstappen by 0.160s and Oscar Piastri by two tenths. It's Russell's second straight Montreal pole and his first of 2025. Kimi Antonelli lined up fourth for Mercedes, with Lewis Hamilton fifth for Ferrari. Isack Hadjar took P9 but got a three-place penalty for impeding Carlos Sainz.
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Liverpool near Alexander Isak record transfer as Arsenal line up £43m move
Liverpool are set to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle in a Premier League record deal worth around £130–140m, with a medical scheduled for Monday and a six-year contract planned. The move caps a huge Liverpool summer spend near £440m, helped by major sales including Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz. Newcastle are targeting Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade as a replacement. Arsenal are also close to a £43m signing.
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LaLiga: Osasuna edge ten-man Valencia 1-0 at El Sadar
Osasuna beat Valencia 1-0 in Pamplona thanks to Ante Budimir’s early header, with Valencia captain José Luis Gayà sent off in the 22nd minute. Valentin Rosier starred with the assist and a relentless display down the right. Valencia goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala made key saves to keep his team in it, but the visitors couldn’t find an equalizer. Osasuna bank a hard-earned home win in Matchday 2.
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Luke Littler Claims World Matchplay Darts 2025, Becomes Youngest Champion
Eighteen-year-old Luke Littler stormed back from a five-leg deficit to beat James Wade 18-13 at the 2025 World Matchplay Darts final, smashing records and completing darts' rare Triple Crown. He set a new maximum score record, further cementing his status as a next-level star.
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Alex de Minaur Faces Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in 2025 DC Open Men’s Final Showdown
Alex de Minaur and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina will meet in the 2025 DC Open Men’s Final on July 27. The match showcases two contrasting tennis styles, with de Minaur’s defense being tested by Davidovich Fokina’s attacking game. Predictions tip de Minaur to edge it in three sets. Weather and streaming options could add more twists.
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Saiyaara Storms Box Office: Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda Debut Breaks Records in Two Days
Saiyaara, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has smashed box office expectations by earning over ₹48 crore in just two days, surpassing its budget and overtaking other big releases. With strong critical reception and global earnings crossing ₹100 crore, it stands out as one of the top Bollywood success stories of 2025.
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Arsenal Focus on Gyokeres Transfer Over Sesko to Balance Quality and Cost in Striker Search
Arsenal are pushing to sign Viktor Gyokeres, preferring his proven skills and willingness to accept lower wages, over the pricier and less experienced Benjamin Sesko. While cheaper attackers like Jonathan David and Tolu Arokodare are considered, Arsenal’s main aim is a striker who can boost their title challenge right away—echoed in their recent £51m move for Martin Zubimendi.
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Urawa Red Diamonds vs Monterrey: FIFA Club World Cup Preview and Prediction for June 26, 2025
Monterrey head into their FIFA Club World Cup clash against Urawa Red Diamonds on June 26 as slight favorites, thanks to recent defensive improvements and influential players like Sergio Canales. Urawa, plagued by defensive lapses, hope to turn fortunes around as both teams vie for a knockout stage spot.
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Deadliest U.S. Plane Crashes: The Disasters That Redefined Air Safety
Top U.S. aviation tragedies include the 2025 plane-helicopter collision near DC, the 2009 Colgan Air disaster, and the 1982 Air Florida crash. Each catastrophe exposed gaps in pilot training, weather response, and highlighted ongoing safety concerns in American skies.
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Pacers Punch Ticket to NBA Finals, Outlast Knicks in Eastern Conference Showdown
Indiana Pacers booked their first NBA Finals spot since 2000, beating the New York Knicks 125-108 in Game 6. Pascal Siakam led the way with 31 points, earning ECF MVP, while Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, and others delivered clutch performances. The Pacers now face the Thunder in the Finals.
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