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Kevin's Shoulder Setback: Fulham's Record Signing Faces Doubtful Ahead of Villa Clash
Fulham's record signing Kevin suffered a shoulder injury during his first start in a 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Cambridge United. The Brazilian winger went down after a challenge from Liam Bennett but stayed on until the 87th minute. Manager Marco Silva said the injury is painful and will be assessed in the coming hours. His availability for the upcoming Premier League game against Aston Villa is now uncertain. The club's medical staff will scan the shoulder to decide his recovery timeline.
Sevilla vs Elche Preview: Can the Hosts Break Elche’s Unbeaten Run at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán?
Sevilla host unbeaten Elche at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium. Both sides have one win so far, but Elche sit two points higher. Sevilla bounced back with a 2‑0 win in Girona, while Elche have drawn with Betis and Atletico before beating Levante. Historical meetings heavily favour Sevilla, yet recent form hints at a tight game. The forecast points to a low‑scoring affair with a possible draw.
Fluminense Football Club: Brazil's Historic Tricolor Giants
Founded in 1902, Fluminense is Rio de Janeiro's oldest club and the first Brazilian team to bear "football" in its name. The Tricolor’s green, maroon and white have decorated 33 Carioca crowns, four national titles and a historic 2023 Copa Libertadores win. Recent highlights include a Recopa Sudamericana triumph and a FIFA Club World Cup final appearance. Yet domestic league glory has eluded them since 2012. President Mário Bittencourt and coach Renato Gaúcho steer the club amid fierce Rio rivalries.
Chiefs Snap Early Slump with 22-9 Win Over Giants
Kansas City finally broke its losing streak in week three, beating New York 22-9 thanks to a steady offensive display led by Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs took control early and never looked back, while the Giants fell to 0-3. Both teams now face a crossroads as the season unfolds.
Cooper Lutkenhaus turns pro at 16 after 1:42.27 800m shock at U.S. Nationals
At just 16, Cooper Lutkenhaus ran 1:42.27 in the 800m at U.S. Nationals—shattering the U18 world record and his own high school mark—then signed a pro deal with Nike. He’ll stay in school, keep training with coach Chris Capeau, and debut as the youngest American at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. A lighter race schedule and a tight support team aim to keep him grounded.
U.S. Open hat snatch: Polish CEO apologizes after viral video, calls it a 'huge mistake'
A Polish CEO who grabbed a signed cap from a young fan at the U.S. Open has apologized, calling it a "huge mistake" and "extremely poor judgment." The video went viral, drawing heavy backlash. The player, Kamil Majchrzak, met the boy, gave him a new hat, and took photos. The original cap was returned, and the incident appears resolved.
Inter Miami edge Tigres 2-1 in Leagues Cup quarterfinal without Messi as Suárez nets two penalties
No Messi, no exit. Inter Miami beat Tigres UANL 2-1 in the Leagues Cup quarterfinal in Fort Lauderdale, with Luis Suárez scoring two penalties. A touchline sending-off and a late push from Tigres fueled the drama, but Miami held on to reach the semifinals. Messi missed out with a minor muscle issue.
Manchester United Win Race for Benjamin Sesko Despite Newcastle’s Higher Bid
Manchester United have secured a £66.5m deal for Benjamin Sesko, beating Newcastle’s higher upfront offer. Sesko chose Old Trafford over Champions League football, highlighting United’s pull and Newcastle’s ongoing transfer struggles. The Slovenian striker is set to join Rasmus Hojlund in a refreshed United front line.
Bayern Munich Seal £65.5m Luis Díaz Transfer from Liverpool to Bolster Attack
Bayern Munich have splashed out €75 million to snap up Liverpool winger Luis Díaz after months of high-stakes talks. Díaz, who scored 17 goals and helped Liverpool clinch the Premier League title, will slot into Bayern's revamped attack following Leroy Sané’s move. The Colombian adds speed and versatility to Bayern's frontline.
Santos vs Internacional: Key Predictions and Betting Insights for July 23rd Série A Clash
Santos looks to bounce back from a tough defeat as they host Internacional, who arrive with confidence but mixed away results. Both sides face challenges, including defensive concerns and missing key players, pointing to a close, potentially low-scoring contest with betting value on Santos’ resilience at home.
Johan Ackermann’s Bold Journey: Shaping South African Rugby from Lock to Coach
Johan Ackermann has helped define modern South African rugby, first as a powerful Springbok lock and now as a trailblazing coach. His ability to build winning teams and foster player growth has earned him widespread respect and a string of coaching awards.
Portugal Stuns Germany With 2-1 Comeback in Nations League Semifinal Thriller
Portugal stunned Germany with a 2-1 comeback in the UEFA Nations League semifinal, ending a decades-long winless streak and booking a place in the final against either Spain or France. Cristiano Ronaldo delivered the winning goal, capping a dramatic match played in stormy conditions.
