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Tuesday, Apr 30

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Dwight Yorke explains why Kylian Mbappe is ahead of Jude Bellingham in Ballon d’Or race

Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke believes Kylian Mbappe is ahead of Jude Bellingham in the Ballon d’Or race. The Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid stars are two of the heavy favourites to win the coveted award after the dominant era…

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Declan Rice stands by decision to reject Man City for ‘more exciting’ Arsenal move

Declan Rice stands by his decision to reject interest from Manchester City when joining Arsenal last year, claiming the Gunners have a “more exciting” project. Rice was targeted by both City and Arsenal ahead of the 2023-24 season, with…

Wolff denies Mercedes are set to meet with Verstappen camp

Toto Wolff says there is no truth in reports suggesting he was planning to meet with Max Verstappen’s agents in a bid to lure the Red Bull driver to Mercedes. Verstappen is still thought to be unhappy at Red Bull following allegations of…

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IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings v Punjab Kings – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers

The State of Play The Punjab Kings will hope their record-breaking performance last time out will inspire a run of wins as they seek a place in the IPL 2024 play-offs. The Kings successfully chased down their target of 262 for the loss of…

T20 World Cup 2024: Archer and Jordan included in preliminary England squad

Jofra Archer has been included in England’s preliminary squad for their defence of the T20 World Cup title in the West Indies and the United States in June. Archer missed England’s triumphant run at the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia…

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‘I’m ready’ – Man City star Haaland sends title warning to Arsenal

Erling Haaland has warned Manchester City’s rivals Arsenal he is ready to attack the run-in after recovering from injury, pledging the champions will keep their cool in the heat of the title race. Haaland missed two games – an FA Cup semi…

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Bayern Munich v Real Madrid: Betting preview, odds and offers

Bayern Munich take on Real Madrid on Tuesday in a Champions League match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Borussia Dortmund v Paris Saint-Germain: Betting preview, odds and offers

Borussia Dortmund take on Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday in a Champions League match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

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Rafael Nadal Madrid Open 2024 results: Tennis great ‘found a way’ to beat Cachin in thriller

Former world number one Rafael Nadal said he did not have “any concerns” about playing on successive days after spending more than three hours on court in a 6-1 6-7 (5-7) 6-3 over world number 91 Pedro Cachin at the Madrid Open. In his…

Monday, Apr 29

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Man United transfer news: Hojlund, Mainoo, Garnacho ‘only players not available for moves’

Manchester United will consider transfer bids for any of their regular starters except Rasmus Hojlund, Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, according to a report. Striker Marcus Rashford, goalkeeper Andre Onana and full-back Diogo Dalot…

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Manchester United winger Antony determined to prove doubters wrong

Manchester United winger Antony says he “knows his worth” and is determined to prove his critics wrong and succeed at Old Trafford. The Brazil international is nearing the end of his second season at United after joining from Ajax –…

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Vunipola apologises after bar incident leads to arrest

England international Billy Vunipola has apologised for an “unfortunate misunderstanding” that led to his arrest in a Majorca bar in the early hours of Sunday morning. The Saracens back row reportedly refused to put his shirt back on in…

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IPL 2024: Lucknow Super Giants v Mumbai Indians – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers

The State of Play Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul will hope to give his T20 World Cup chances a major boost when his side host Mumbai Indians tomorrow. With India’s World Cup squad needing to be named by May 1, Rahul will have one…

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Henderson announces Shishkin death

Two-time Cheltenham Festival winner Shishkin has died, his trainer Nicky Henderson has announced. Shishkin was due to face Galopin Des Champs in a mouthwatering clash at the Punchestown Festival this week but Henderson took to X last night…

Sunday, Apr 28

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Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester City: Haaland scores on return as champions keep pace with Arsenal

Erling Haaland scored on his return from injury as Manchester City responded to Arsenal’s North London derby win with a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, keeping the Premier League title race in their hands. Pep…

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IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders v Delhi Capitals – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers for KKR v DC

The State of Play “Cricket is turning into baseball”, Sam Curran declared after the Punjab Kings pulled off a record-breaking chase against the Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday, and he may just have a point. The 2024 edition of the Indian…

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Man Utd 1-1 Burnley: Man charged over tragedy chanting as Premier League issues statement

A man has been charged with a public order offence after reports of tragedy chanting during Manchester United’s draw with Burnley, with the Premier League describing the incident as “unacceptable”. United and Burnley played out a 1-1 draw…

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Ten Hag: Man Utd among the Premier League’s most entertaining teams

Embattled Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag insisted his team are one of the most “dynamic and entertaining” sides in the Premier League after Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Burnley. A late penalty from Zeki Amdouni – conceded by Andre…

Saturday, Apr 27

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IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers for CSK v SRH

The State of Play After a 35-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore which ended their four-match winning run, Sunrisers Hyderabad are seeking to recover when they face fifth-placed Chennai Super Kings on Sunday. Shahbaz Ahmed hit an…

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IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans v Royal Challengers Bangalore – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers for GT v RCB

The State of Play Two teams in need of a win for contrasting reasons meet when Royal Challengers Bangalore look to gain revenge for their six-wicket loss against Gujarat Titans in May. RCB are bottom of the IPL 2024 after losing seven of…

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Inter v Torino: Betting preview, odds and offers

Inter take on Torino on Sunday in a Serie A match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Juventus v AC Milan: Betting preview, odds and offers

Juventus take on AC Milan this coming Saturday in a Serie A match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Nottingham Forest v Manchester City: Betting preview, odds and offers

Nottingham Forest take on Manchester City this coming Sunday in a Premier League match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Tottenham v Arsenal: Betting preview, odds and offers

Tottenham take on Arsenal this coming Sunday in a Premier League match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Bournemouth v Brighton: Betting preview, odds and offers

Bournemouth take on Brighton on Sunday in a Premier League match. Here is our in-depth preview, as well as some betting tips and special offers.

Friday, Apr 26

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Man City: Guardiola says Foden can get even better by dropping a gear

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola believes Phil Foden still has room for improvement and not always playing in “sixth gear” could help the England star take things up a notch. Foden has emerged as the favourite to be crowned Premier…

IPL 2024: Lucknow Super Giants v Rajasthan Royals – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers for LSG v RR

The State of Play IPL 2024 leaders Rajasthan Royals will seek an eighth win from nine when they meet Lucknow Super Giants on Saturday, entering on a run of three consecutive victories following their nine-wicket defeat of Mumbai Indians on…

Manchester United: Ten Hag demands more of struggling Rashford

Erik ten Hag says struggling Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford “needs support” but also admitted he “can do better than he has been doing this year”. Rashford has endured a difficult season on and off the pitch. Read our other…

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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals v Mumbai Indians – preview, expected line-ups, free bets and offers for DC v MI

The State of Play Mumbai Indians were the only team below Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2024 table when the teams met on April 7 and, while the fortunes of both have improved since then, they each remain in the bottom half of the table, with…

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Manchester United star Rashford says ‘enough is enough’ after ‘months of abuse’

Marcus Rashford says he has been abused for months and that “enough is enough”. The Manchester United and England forward has endured a difficult season on and off the pitch. Read our other sports news stories here: We were totally in…