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• September 4, 2025
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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente explained why Joan Garcia missed the latest squad despite a bright start at Barcelona. He stuck with Unai Simon, David Raya, and Alex Remiro for World Cup qualifiers against Bulgaria and Turkey, saying the Barcelona move wasn’t a factor. The coach praised Garcia’s potential and said his chance will come.

• August 21, 2025
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SASSA has set its 2025/2026 social grant payment calendar, sticking to a staggered system to cut queues and keep pay points moving. Older persons are paid first, followed by disability and then children’s grants. April starts on 2–4 April, May on 6–8 May, August on 5–7, and September on 2–4. The agency says better biometrics and new pay points near border communities will reduce disruptions.

• August 14, 2025
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Huddersfield Town will face a tough test against Leicester City without key midfielder Antony Evans, who is set to be out for at least six weeks after a knee injury. Lee Grant remains hopeful in the squad's depth as other players prepare to step up for the Championship fixture.

• August 7, 2025
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Lionel Messi sat out Inter Miami’s 3-1 group stage win over Pumas UNAM in the 2025 Leagues Cup due to a minor injury. Luis Suárez stepped up with a standout performance, securing Miami’s place in the knockouts and showing their depth without Messi. Coach Mascherano quickly shifted attention to the upcoming MLS schedule.

• July 31, 2025
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Mexico kicks off 2025 with a friendly against Internacional in Porto Alegre, aiming to test young Liga MX talent ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The match, set for January 16, airs on Univision, TUDN, Fox Deportes, and FuboTV in the U.S., and on TV Azteca and Canal 5 in Mexico.

• July 24, 2025
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Toyota’s 2026 Tundra brings bold off-road upgrades: shock-absorbing TRD Pro seats, a Wave Maker blue paint, and a bigger 32.2-gallon fuel tank for all trims. The hybrid i-Force Max engine and 12,000-pound towing capacity return, while double cabs now add rear vents and SX Packages sport 20-inch wheels.

• July 17, 2025
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Inter Milan and Club Brugge are close to a €10 million deal for promising midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, but the transfer is stalled over a €5 million buyback clause disagreement. Sassuolo could disrupt the deal, while Brugge plans for Stankovic to fill Ardon Jashari's boots. Inter intends to spend the proceeds on bolstering its defense.

• July 10, 2025
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Ninja leads Twitch with 19.2 million followers in 2025, followed by ibai and Pokimane—the top female streamer. GTA V and Fortnite retain popularity, while creators like KaiCenat make a major impact on subscribers and community trends. The U.S. remains Twitch’s largest market.

• July 4, 2025
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Petra Kvitová played her last Wimbledon match, losing to Emma Navarro in straight sets after leading early. The two-time champion received an emotional send-off after announcing retirement plans. Navarro, who continues to rise on the tour, now sets her sights on the next round, eager to define her own legacy.

• June 27, 2025
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Real Madrid head into their Club World Cup match against RB Salzburg as clear favorites, with Kylian Mbappé and Federico Valverde expected to lead the attack. Salzburg's must-win mentality could make for an open, high-scoring game, with both teams likely to get on the scoresheet.

• June 19, 2025
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Juventus made a thunderous entry into the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by thrashing Al Ain 5-0 in Washington. Randal Kolo Muani and Francisco Conceição each struck twice, while Kenan Yildiz completed the scoring. The Italians now look to carry their momentum into the clash with Wydad AC.

• June 5, 2025
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João Neves, the 20-year-old Portuguese midfielder, has quickly become the heartbeat of PSG’s midfield after leaving Benfica in a high-profile €60 million deal. Influenced by Andrés Iniesta, Neves leads Ligue 1 in assists, was key in a continental treble, and credits teamwork for his rapid adaptation.