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Opera singer Carly Paoli set the stage for Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Germany with a dramatic reveal when performing the national anthems.

Ruben Neves kissed Diogo Jota's shirt number in tribute to his late friend after scoring the winner for Portugal in their World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland in Lisbon.

Chelsea have been dealt a potential injury blow with one of Enzo Maresca's key players having been forced to withdraw from international duty with a knee issue.

The League One side confirmed the head coach's departure on Monday, stating that performances and results had 'fallen below the levels expected to far this campaign.

Fans have highlighted travel advice provided ahead of the match, which includes a lengthy bus journey with no toilet facilities and the removal of everyday personal items to enter the stadium.

The Norwegian's light-hearted joke angered American fans, who demanded a change to the rules which had seen Europe receive a half point following Hovland's withdrawal through injury.

Lewis Hamilton reveals his beloved vegan bulldog Roscoe, 12, has been put down after four days on life support

Ronnie O'Sullivan has said he is 'devastated' by the death of pool legend Mika Immonen at the age of 52 following a battle with cancer.

England's kits for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have reportedly been leaked, with the Football Association seemingly opting for a safe design following the controversy over their Euro 2024 attire.

AFC Croydon Athletic, who play in the eighth tier of English football, saw their Mayfield Stadium broken into by travellers at the end of June and have been counting the cost since.