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Conte dismisses reports of Man United takeover with Carrick’s job uncertain
Ex-Chelsea boss Antonio Conte denies Manchester United link, says reports he demanded full control of club 'unfounded'.
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Kenya’s marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir provisionally banned by AIU
Jepchirchir tested positive for banned blood booster EPO in a sample taken before her Sydney Marathon win in August.
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Dembele to miss Ballon d’Or event as PSG game moved amid protests in France
Paris Saint-Germain's game has been postponed following a request by police amid a wave of violent protests in France.
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Qatar Moto GP to go ahead despite regional tensions
Qatar GP goes ahead despite Saudi Arabia scrapping events in region after deadly strike on Riyadh airport.
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Dortmund to reward football supporters who don’t use phone during matches
Borussia Dortmund's new scheme does not mean a ban on supporters using their phones and system is voluntary for fans.
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El Clasico: All to know about the rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid
One of world football's biggest rivalries renews on Sunday when Barcelona host Real Madrid in La Liga's El Clasico.
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NFL would cancel Paris game if unsafe due to riots, Steelers’ Rodgers says
Steelers to face New Orleans Saints in Saint-Denis on Sunday, about 10km from where Saturday's protests are expected.
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CAS clears Japan’s Olympic silver medallist Ikeda of doping, overturns ban
Race walker Koki Ikeda returns to competition immediately; Ethiopia’s marathon runner Ruti Aga given 6-year doping ban.
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Saudi Arabia security puts Asian Cup in doubt: Japan football chief
Tsuneyasu Miyamoto says it will be difficult for Saudi Arabia to host next year's tournament as scheduled.
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Hamilton calls for Palestine and DR Congo freedom as Rwanda takes F1 spotlight
Rwanda's controversial Formula One GP leads Lewis Hamilton to call for freedom for DR Congo, while renewing Palestine plea.
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NBA’s Irving praises Al-Shaair’s ‘selfless act’ after Hind Rajab fine paid
Kyrie Irving explains paying fine and praises Azeez Al-Shaair for continuously honouring slain Palestinian children.
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How world champion Smith can become a mainstream star
In his BBC Sport column, Tony Bellew explains why Dalton Smith could be British boxing's next superstar - and why he should fight Adam Azim at Hillsborough.
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LeBron shrugs off Trump blast in home debut win for Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James enjoys 114-106 NBA victory over Cleveland Cavaliers, hours after US president calls him a 'disgrace'.
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Harry Kane hopes Ballon d’Or produces ‘special night’ in hometown
Kane, who scored 73 goals last season, is among the favourites for award with Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
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Maradona death: Verdict in trial to be delivered on December 22
The trial of seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in Maradona's death concludes, December verdict set.
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Haaland captaincy headache - stick or twist? FPL gameweek eight dilemmas
BBC Sport FPL expert Holly Shand looks at some of the biggest dilemmas facing FPL managers heading into gameweek eight.
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Manchester United labelled ‘babies’ by club legend Wayne Rooney
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is under growing pressure, but club legend Wayne Rooney takes aim at players.
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FIFA President Infantino’s re-election endorsed in U-turn by Asian football
Support crucial from 47-nation AFC's president, who was critic of Gianni Infantino over failed private investment plan.
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All you need to know about Challenge Cup final
Ahead of Saturday's Women's Challenge Cup final, BBC Sport NI tells you all you need to know as holders Cliftonville take on rivals Glentoran.
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Sutton's predictions v Waffle the Wonder Dog and his owner, Simon
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Waffle the Wonder Dog and his owner Simon, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.