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Cherki's masterclass sends City statement at Palace under Maresca

Rayan Cherki scored twice as Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 on 28 August 2026, with his second-half masterclass suggesting Enzo Maresca's side will not decline after Pep Guardiola's departure. Cherki's goals arrived within five minutes, fundamentally shifting the contest.

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Alcaraz backs himself to win US Open despite four-month wrist injury absence

Carlos Alcaraz expresses confidence he can win the US Open despite returning from a four-month wrist injury layoff. The defending champion faces Roman Safiullin in his first-round comeback match on 30 August 2026.

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Archer questions speed gun readings after 90.7mph spell helps England dominate Pakistan

Jofra Archer took three wickets at an average speed of 90.7mph as England dominated Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, but the bowler questioned whether the speed gun readings were accurate. England's pace attack bowled Pakistan out for 110, establishing a commanding 180-run first-innings lead.

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Rangers allocate 300 tickets to Celtic for League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox

Rangers have confirmed a 300-ticket allocation for Celtic ahead of their League Cup quarter-final on 13 September, citing heightened safety concerns following disorder at their previous meeting on 8 March and recommendations from an independent review.

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Robinson's Four-for Puts England in Command at Lord's as Pakistan Crumbles

Ollie Robinson takes 4-11 as England dominate day two at Lord's, extending their lead over Pakistan to 261 runs with three wickets down. England lead the series 1-0.

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Awais offers Pakistan hope with composed Lord's innings amid Test crisis

Azan Awais offered Pakistan a rare moment of encouragement at Lord's with a composed 46-run innings, demonstrating the resilience the struggling nation desperately needs amid their Test crisis.

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Sabalenka Fights to Rediscover Form as US Open Title Defence Begins

Aryna Sabalenka arrives at the US Open as defending champion and world No. 1, but must win the title to retain her ranking as Elena Rybakina closes in. The men's draw has been transformed by injuries to top contenders, opening the field for multiple challengers.

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Manchester United Sign Swedish Winger Monica Jusu Bah for £400k

Manchester United have agreed to sign Swedish winger Monica Jusu Bah from BK Hacken for approximately £400,000. The 23-year-old international will complete her move before next Thursday's Women's Super League transfer deadline.

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Larne's European collapse triggers fears over Irish League's continental future

Larne's UEFA Conference League exit on 27 August 2026 threatens to cost Northern Ireland a fourth European qualification place, triggering potential changes to the Irish League's structure, finances and calendar.

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Yorkshire cleared by regulator over £1.75m CEO consultancy payment

Yorkshire have been cleared without charges by the Cricket Regulator following an investigation into a £1.75m payment to chief executive Sanjay Patel's company for consultancy work on the Northern Superchargers sale. The regulator found the payment was made through satisfactory governance processes.

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O'Neill Confident Celtic Can Still Land Signings Despite LASK Exit

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill remains hopeful of signing new players despite the club's Champions League elimination by LASK. The Scottish champions fell 5-4 on aggregate and now face the Europa League, but O'Neill believes recruitment can continue before the transfer deadline.

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Goodwin's Hospital Admission Casts Doubt on Dundee United's Kilmarnock Trip

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been hospitalised after falling ill on Thursday and may miss Saturday's Scottish Premiership match at Kilmarnock. Assistant Lee Sharp took training and media duties on Friday.

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