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As popular sporting events such as Wimbledon and the Club World Cup drew in large numbers of punters, Entain, the parent company of Ladbrokes, has seen a significant surge in online gaming revenues. The company reported total net gaming revenues of £2.6 billion for the first six months of
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Auckland City FC's journey to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025tm was a thrilling experience for the team and a significant milestone for New Zealand and Oceania football. The team's draw with CA Boca Juniors remains a remarkable achievement, and the players' reactions to the
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Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who missed most of last season due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury, is unlikely to be fully fit until after the September international break. Manager Pep Guardiola has expressed concerns about the midfielder's comeback, citing a groin problem that emerged during a substitute
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Ruben Dias, a key player for Manchester City, has agreed to a new contract with the club, as the transfer window approaches its final stages. The Portuguese centre-back has made a significant impact at the Etihad Stadium, having signed in 2020. With his current deal set to expire in 2027,
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Top players remain fearful of expressing their concerns about workload due to the potential impact it could have on their careers, according to FIFPRO general secretary Alex Phillips. The world players' union has accused FIFA of neglecting the needs of players, citing the scheduling of matches in extreme heat
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FIFPRO, the world players' union, has accused FIFA of turning a blind eye to the needs of players, likening President Gianni Infantino to an "emperor". The union cited the scheduling of matches at the recent Club World Cup in extreme heat as an example of FIFA'
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FIFA's disregard for player welfare has been laid bare, with the world players' union FIFPRO criticizing the organization for prioritizing profits over people. FIFPRO General Secretary Alex Phillips has stated that players are fearful of speaking out about their heavy workload due to the potential consequences on
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Real Madrid, under their new coach Xabi Alonso, are poised to make a significant APS100m bid to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, according to reports. The move comes after the team's disappointing show at the Club World Cup, where they were defeated by PSG. Rodri, a 29-year-old Spanish
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Cristiano Ronaldo made a personal phone call to try and convince Jhon Arias to join him at Al-Nassr, but ultimately the midfielder chose to sign with Wolves instead. This comes after Arias impressed with Fluminense at the Club World Cup, sparking interest from top clubs worldwide. Despite Ronaldo's
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Paul Spiller, a 32-year-old native of Bristol, England, has made history by winning the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup fantasy game. Spiller, a seasoned fantasy football player, was among the 249,999 other entrants, but his strategic approach and a dash of luck helped him claim the top spot. In
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Chelsea Football Club has made history by winning every major competition they have entered, cementing their status as one of the most successful teams in English football. The London-based side has a rich history of triumphs, from their first title win in 1954/55 to their recent successes in the
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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup came to a thrilling end on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New York and New Jersey, with Chelsea FC securing a 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final. The tournament, which saw participation from the best teams in the world, was hailed as
