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UFC 320 at T‑Mobile Arena will see Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev earning about $3 million each, with Dvalishvili set for $2 million, highlighting the event's massive financial stakes.

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Ernesto Valverde extends his contract with Athletic Club, securing the coach’s decade‑long leadership as the team clinches a Champions League spot and prepares for a historic European run.

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Osasuna’s 90th‑minute header clinched a 2‑1 comeback win over Getafe on Oct 3, 2025, snapping a nine‑game point drought and boosting them to 11th in La Liga.

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Estoril Praia host Casa Pia Lisbon on March 8, 2026 at Estadio Antonio Coimbra da Mota. With Estoril eyeing a European push and Casa Pia fighting relegation, the clash promises high stakes and historic rivalry.

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A tense Serie A clash saw Juventus and Atalanta share points after a 1-1 draw at the Allianz Stadium. Kamaldeen Sulemana struck first, Juan Cabal levelled, and a red card for Marten de Roon added drama. Injuries plagued both sides, and the result leaves Juventus second and Atalanta fifth.

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Sadio Mane's contract with Al Nassr pays him €40 million net per year, about €769,000 weekly, plus $4 million in endorsements. The deal eclipses his Bayern Munich wages and places him among the global elite earners. It also highlights the Saudi Pro League’s cash-fuelled push for star talent. Despite rumors of a possible exit, his contract runs until 2025/26. The article breaks down the numbers, compares them to peers, and explores the wider impact on the league.

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Palmeiras and FC Porto shared a goalless stalemate in their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group A debut at MetLife Stadium. A stand‑out performance from Porto's substitute keeper Cláudio Ramos kept the Brazilians at bay, despite dominating possession. Both teams left with a point, leaving the four‑team group level after day one.

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On 17 February 2019, Villarreal stunned Sevilla with a 3-0 win at Estadio de la Cerámica. Goals from González, Ekambi and Pedrana turned the match into a turning point in Villarreal's relegation fight. The Yellow Submarine dominated possession, shot accuracy and created key chances. Veteran playmaker Santi Cazorla orchestrated the attack, while the defence held firm. The result lifted Villarreal closer to safety in the league table.

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Cruzeiro travels to São Paulo on Oct 26, 2025, to take on a dominant Palmeiras side at the Allianz Parque. The Celeste sit second in Serie A while the Verdão hold fourth, but both clubs are chasing points for title and continental spots. A June 2‑1 win gave Cruzeiro hope, yet Palmeiras’ form across the league, Libertadores and Copa do Brasil looks relentless. Analysts expect an attacking showdown that could reshape the top‑four battle.

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Arjen Robben has weighed in on the Messi vs Ronaldo debate and picked Lionel Messi as the greatest ever. The Dutch winger, who faced both multiple times, says Messi’s speed, control, and agility—without flashy tricks—set him apart. Robben’s view carries weight given his Champions League pedigree and elite career at clubs like Bayern, Real Madrid, and Chelsea.

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has joined a growing list of top players criticizing the 12-day Masters 1000 format, saying the extended schedule confuses fans and disrupts player routines. The ATP expanded seven Masters events to 12 days under its OneVision plan, leaving Monte Carlo and Paris as one-week holdouts. The debate pits revenue growth against tradition and the fan-friendly rhythm of a Sunday final.

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Alexander Isak is refusing to return to Newcastle United training as he pushes for a move to Liverpool. A PIF delegation and co-owner Jamie Reuben visited his home to change his mind, but he remains firm. Liverpool plan a second offer after a £110m bid was rejected, though Newcastle want £150m and two strikers in before any sale. Six days remain in the window.