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Former Ukraine International Roman Maksymyuk Confirmed Dead After 20 Months MIA Roman Maksymyuk, a former Ukraine international footballer who joined the armed forces, has been confirmed dead after going missing in action for 20 months. Maksymyuk made a final phone call to his wife on January 30, 2025. He has now been officially confirmed killed. The footballer had represented the Ukraine national team before enlisting in the military. Source

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Four Premier League Giants Eye Barcelona's Jules Koundé Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United have all been linked with Barcelona defender Jules Koundé, with Bayern Munich also monitoring the French international ahead of the January transfer window, according to reports. Koundé is reportedly reconsidering his future at the Nou Camp after losing his regular starting position under manager Hansi Flick, potentially making him available in the coming months. The 26-year-old centre-back, valued at around €60m, has attracted widespread interest from top European clubs. Liverpool are said to have made contact, per 4-4-2, though no deal is imminent. Source

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Milwaukee Brewers Sweep Dodgers to Reach First World Series Since 1982 The Milwaukee Brewers are heading to the World Series for the first time since 1982 after sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. The sweep is reportedly the first of its kind in MLB history at the NLCS stage. The Brewers are now four wins away from their first-ever World Series title. Milwaukee will open the Fall Classic at home on Oct. 23 against the winner of the ALCS between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays. Source

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Lisandro Martinez Reportedly Wants to Leave Manchester United This Summer Lisandro Martinez is believed to be seeking a move away from Manchester United in the summer transfer window, according to reports. The Argentine defender's explosive rant following United's Champions League defeat to Atlético Madrid was reportedly triggered by his frustration at seeing a young player deployed out of position — a decision that highlighted deeper concerns about the club's direction. Martinez is said to be disillusioned with the situation at Old Trafford, and the outburst is now being linked to a broader desire to leave the club ahead of next season. Source

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Serbian Player Stefan Milicevic Banned From Tennis Until 2050 Stefan Milicevic has received a 24-year ban from all tennis activity after being found guilty of match-fixing and recruiting other players into a corrupt network. The Serbian player is prohibited from any involvement in the sport until 2050 in one of the most severe corruption sanctions handed down in recent years. Milicevic was found to have not only fixed matches himself but actively recruited fellow players into the scheme, significantly extending the reach of the corruption. Source

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FIFA Set to Make Red Card Bans Automatic After Balogun Controversy FIFA is reportedly moving to close the loophole that allowed Folarin Balogun's red card suspension to be overturned during the 2026 World Cup. According to reports, FIFA's council is expected to prohibit disciplinary committees from overturning match suspensions — a direct response to the controversy surrounding the USA striker, whose ban was cancelled following an intervention linked to a rule change by president Gianni Infantino. The episode drew widespread criticism and prompted calls for greater consistency in how red card penalties are enforced at major tournaments. If approved, the new regulation would make red card bans automatic and non-reversible by disciplinary panels, eliminating the administrative flexibilit

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Golden State Valkyries Break $100 Million Revenue Barrier The Golden State Valkyries have made history as the first women's sports team to generate over $100 million in revenue, achieving the milestone in just their second season of existence. The WNBA franchise, affiliated with the NBA's Golden State Warriors, has set a new benchmark for women's professional sports ownership and commercial viability. Source

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Guardiola Returns to Etihad as Man City Host PSG Pep Guardiola is back at the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City host Paris Saint-Germain in their first home fixture since the club were found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules. City were found guilty of almost all charges brought against them, and tonight's match marks their first game at home following that verdict. Guardiola, who managed City for nine seasons before leaving at the end of last season, returns to support the club he led to multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy. Source