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Inter Milan's Piotr Zielinski and Stefan de Vrij are pushing to recover from thigh injuries in time for their Serie A match against Lecce. Both started individual training on August 19 after missing the season opener, offering hope to coach Inzaghi as the team deals with Buchanan’s long-term injury.

Newcastle United hammered Ipswich Town 3-0 at St. James’ Park, firing themselves up to third in the Premier League while also sending Ipswich hurtling back to the Championship. Alexander Isak’s penalty, followed by goals from Dan Burn and William Osula, sealed the Magpies’ dominant win and historic 78% possession display.

Carlos Alcaraz's new Netflix documentary shines a light on tense moments with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero over his partying, as well as the young star's determination to stick to his values. Alcaraz opens up about handling outside criticism and balancing his personal life with the demands of professional tennis.

Celtic have stormed to another Scottish Premiership title, finishing leagues ahead of Rangers and Hibernian in the hunt for European spots. Aberdeen and Dundee United are pushing for Conference League football, while St Johnstone face an uphill relegation battle, trailing Ross County. The season has exposed huge gaps in quality across the table.

Hannah Hampton denied Alexia Putellas from the spot with a memorable penalty save, yet Chelsea suffered a punishing 4-1 loss to Barcelona in the UWCL quarter-final first leg. Defensive errors cost Chelsea dearly despite glimpses of hope, setting up a daunting second leg showdown.

Charles De Ketelaere, once a rising star at Club Brugge, etched his name into Champions League history with a last-minute goal against Zenit in 2020. Now a key player for Atalanta, his impending clash with his former club brings back memories of his stunning early career moment, marking his growth from a promising youngster to a Serie A standout.

Referee John Brooks will oversee the 2025 Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle. This marks his third Newcastle match this season. Brooks has officiated 23 matches this season with 117 yellow cards. Liverpool seeks to defend their title, while Newcastle aims for a trophy after 70 years.

In an intense Six Nations matchup, England narrowly edged out Scotland 16-15, ending a losing streak in their Calcutta Cup rivalry. Despite Scotland's early lead, England's strategic penalties and a clutch lineout steal by Maro Itoje clinched the victory. The game underscored England's resilience and Scotland's continued challenge with discipline.

Antony’s agent has revealed the player still respects former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim despite moving to Real Betis. The loan move was driven by Antony's desire to regain form in a more structured environment. Real Betis' CEO implies a potential permanent stay, but the lack of a purchase clause in the loan leaves his long-term plans with Manchester United uncertain.

The Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Adana Demirspor was halted when Adana Demirspor players left the field in protest, igniting debates about refereeing in Turkish football. The game was paused after a contested penalty for Galatasaray, leading to Adana Demirspor's chairman resigning amid unresolved tensions with the football federation.

During Arsenal's emphatic 5-1 victory against Manchester City, tensions flared as Gabriel Magalhaes exchanged heated words and gestures with Erling Haaland. This clash was emblematic of their ongoing rivalry and highlighted Manchester City's challenges in defending their Premier League title, despite Haaland's attempts to showcase his past achievements.

Ajax Amsterdam has successfully acquired Oliver Edvardsen, a talented 25-year-old Norwegian winger, from Go Ahead Eagles. With a contract extending until June 2028, and an extension option, Edvardsen is set to make a significant impact at Ajax. His experience spanning different leagues and his exemplary performance last season mark him as a promising addition to the team, particularly with his ability to manage both wings effectively.