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Doubles shuttlers Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani were in sizzling form as they knocked out top Indonesian pair to reach the Japan Open semi-finals.

The duo, who plan to turn professionals, took 54 minutes to upstage Fajar Alfian-Rian Ardianto 21-16, 10-21, 21-16 in the quarter-finals at the Yokohama Arena in Yokohama on Friday (Aug…

Continue ReadingDoubles shuttlers Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani were in sizzling form as they knocked out top Indonesian pair to reach the Japan Open semi-finals.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says he will not play for the Belgium national team while Domenico Tedesco remains as manager.

Courtois missed much of last season with two knee injuries and was left out of Belgium's Euro 2024 squad, despite returning to fitness and starting in the Champions League final…

Continue ReadingReal Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says he will not play for the Belgium national team while Domenico Tedesco remains as manager.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he has been “surprised” by reports that Kieran Trippier wants to leave the club.

The 33-year-old England international was an unused substitute in the Magpies' 1-0 win against Southampton on Saturday. Howe said Trippier "continues to be really valued" by the club. "The situation…

Continue ReadingNewcastle United boss Eddie Howe says he has been “surprised” by reports that Kieran Trippier wants to leave the club.

Crystal Palace co-owner John Textor said he tried “everything possible” to buy the remaining shares in the club, but his bid did not receive a response.

The American businessman said he will turn his efforts to selling his 45% stake in Crystal Palace "so that we can pursue a relationship with the Everton club and community".…

Continue ReadingCrystal Palace co-owner John Textor said he tried “everything possible” to buy the remaining shares in the club, but his bid did not receive a response.

Enzo Maresca says Mykhailo Mudryk is ‘like flipping a coin’ because you never know which side you will get, so unpredictable is the Ukrainian who has the power to frustrate and fascinate fans with his performances.

Mudryk got himself into great positions in Chelsea’s 2-0 Conference League victory over Servette and yet made multiple mistakes, with Maresca constantly coaching him from his technical area. Asked about…

Continue ReadingEnzo Maresca says Mykhailo Mudryk is ‘like flipping a coin’ because you never know which side you will get, so unpredictable is the Ukrainian who has the power to frustrate and fascinate fans with his performances.

Ilkay Gundogan says he has returned to the ‘best club in the world’ after re-signing for Manchester City.

Official site information: Gundogan returns to Manchester City! The 33-year-old left the Etihad to join Barcelona in the summer of 2023, just two weeks after guiding City to a memorable…

Continue ReadingIlkay Gundogan says he has returned to the ‘best club in the world’ after re-signing for Manchester City.

Arne Slot believes Liverpool fans need to look at the bigger picture following the departure of a number of young players.

The Reds sold academy graduate Bobby Clark to RB Leipzig earlier this week, while promising youngsters Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg have both joined Premier League rivals Brentford.…

Continue ReadingArne Slot believes Liverpool fans need to look at the bigger picture following the departure of a number of young players.