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Owono expresses grief after De Miguel’s death as police examine medical response
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FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono has described profound grief after Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel died following their on-field collision. Spanish police are examining the circumstances, including emergency treatment, while a prosecutor says criminal proceedings against Owono are very unlikely.
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Six Nations and Sanzaar unite broadcast sales under revenue-sharing deal
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Northern and southern hemisphere rugby unions have agreed to pool media and commercial rights, sharing income across major competitions and Lions tours. Sponsorship arrangements are expected to change from 2028, with joint television rights sales covering the cycle beginning in 2030.
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RFU backs Borthwick for World Cup regardless of England’s autumn results
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RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney says Steve Borthwick will retain support heading into next year’s World Cup, despite England’s recent struggles. Fly-half Fin Smith has also returned to training, raising hopes he could face Australia after a calf injury.
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Haaland winner lifts Manchester City past Leipzig despite defensive lapses
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Erling Haaland secured a 3-2 Champions League win for Manchester City at RB Leipzig after the hosts twice drew level. The result brought relief for Enzo Maresca, but defensive mistakes and Gianluigi Donnarumma’s goalkeeping remained concerns in the match report.
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Gyökeres inspires Arsenal victory as Slavia Prague threaten late comeback
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Viktor Gyökeres supplied an assist and a goal as Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 2-1 in the Champions League. A late response from the hosts left Arsenal relying on David Raya, with Mikel Arteta criticising his side’s second-half performance.
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Fenerbahce overturn two Liverpool leads as Muriqi seals Champions League win
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Liverpool’s perfect Champions League record ended with a 3-2 defeat in Istanbul as Fenerbahce twice recovered from behind. Vedat Muriqi headed the winner, leaving visiting coach Andoni Iraola questioning defensive mistakes at set pieces.