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Bellamy Puts Burnley Behind Him as Wales Face Portugal Test

Craig Bellamy leads Wales against Portugal in their Nations League A opener, having firmly committed to the national team role after rejecting Burnley's summer approach. The manager faces injury challenges but sees opportunity for squad development.

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Warwickshire in groove as County Championship title within reach

Warwickshire stand 11 points clear heading into the final round of the County Championship season. Bowler Olly Hannon-Dalby says the team is in the groove and confident of clinching their first title in a decade against Leicestershire.

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Eriksen Departs Wolfsburg by Mutual Agreement After Health Concerns

Christian Eriksen has terminated his contract with Wolfsburg by mutual consent, departing the German second-tier club over three months after a health incident during a Denmark friendly. The 34-year-old midfielder, who suffered cardiac arrest in 2021 and received an ICD implant, cited family reas...

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Hamilton backs F1 to complete season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi despite Middle East tensions

Lewis Hamilton hopes Formula 1 will complete its season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi despite Middle East conflict concerns. F1 has contingency plans for an Imola finale if needed, with a decision expected by October.

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Mark Wood ends England career: the fast bowler who gave everything despite relentless injury

Mark Wood retires from England cricket on 22 September 2026 after an 11-year international career yielding 253 wickets across formats, ending a decade battling injuries that repeatedly threatened to derail his extraordinary pace bowling talent.

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James rejected Premier League offers to join Wolves on loan from Rennes

Jordan James rejected multiple Premier League offers to join Wolves on loan, dismissing earlier Wrexham links as a closed chapter. The Wales midfielder aims to reach the top flight with the Championship club.

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Pocognoli Embraces 'Positive Nervousness' Ahead of Scotland Debut in Slovenia

Sebastien Pocognoli takes charge of Scotland for the first time on Saturday against Slovenia, describing his emotions as a mixture of excitement and responsibility. The Belgian manager has assembled a squad featuring eight uncapped players for a demanding four-match Nations League schedule.

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Championship at Eight Games: Tight Title Race, Goals Galore, and Burnley's Struggle

After eight matches, the Championship presents a remarkably tight title race with just seven points separating the top 15 sides. Goals are being scored at record rates, Burnley's yo-yo cycle continues with a winless start, and several pre-season favourites are finding their form.

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Koumas Rises at Liverpool and Wales with Maturity and Hunger

Lewis Koumas has become a key player for Liverpool under Andoni Iraola and is now set to prove himself on the international stage with Wales in the Nations League, facing Portugal, Denmark and Norway.

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Somerset chase elusive first title as 136-year wait enters final round

Somerset face Surrey in the final round of the 2026 County Championship with Warwickshire holding an 11-point lead. The club's 136-year wait for a first title continues after a recent collapse at Yorkshire handed the initiative to their rivals.

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Kelly Targets Nations League Impact After Breakthrough Year

Paddy Kelly aims to build on a breakthrough year that saw him become Barnsley's vice-captain and score his first international goal. The 21-year-old midfielder will feature in Northern Ireland's intensive four-match Nations League campaign beginning 25 September.

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Reedijk emerges as leading contender as Hibernian closes in on new manager

Hibernian are closing in on a new permanent manager with Dutchman Marink Reedijk emerging as the leading contender after final-round interviews. The club expects to announce an appointment before their Dundee United match on 10 October 2026.

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