Manchester City has secured the Brazilian winger Savio from French club Troyes for £40 million, thanks to a loophole in UEFA's multi-club ownership regulations. Savio, previously loaned to Girona, is set to join City on a five-year deal, significantly bolstering their right-wing options. His debut is anticipated at the Community Shield against Manchester United on August 10.
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Major League Soccer has backtracked on a proposed plan to introduce a second contract buyout option due to strong opposition from the MLS Players Association. The provision was meant to give clubs more flexibility with their rosters and salary cap, but the union argued it could harm players' financial interests. Adjustments to the buyout rule and regulations for younger players are anticipated to follow.
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Chelsea Football Club has taken a firm stance against discriminatory behavior after Argentina's derogatory song targeting French players of African descent. The French Football Federation plans to file a legal complaint against Enzo Fernández and his teammates for their offensive comments after the Copa América win. Fernández has apologized for his actions, recognizing the offensive nature of the chants.
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Real Madrid's pursuit of Kylian Mbappe culminated in a grand unveiling at Bernabeu Stadium. After a seven-year saga, the French captain joined Real Madrid on a five-year deal. This move is expected to bolster the club's dominance in European football.
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Canada and Uruguay are ready to face off in the third-place match of the 2024 Copa America. The match is scheduled for Saturday at 8:00 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. While Uruguay enters as the favorites, Canada hopes to make an impact in their first tournament appearance.
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Liverpool's Darwin Nunez may be facing a suspension after reportedly engaging in altercations with Colombia fans following Uruguay's Copa America semi-final defeat. The incident unfolded post-match in Charlotte, USA, with Nunez and his teammates ascending into the stands to address the commotion, ignited by Uruguay's narrow 1-0 loss. Conmebol denounced the violence, emphasizing football's role in fostering unity and positive values.
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Barcelona has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Club. The move, which requires activating his €58 million release clause, follows his standout performances for Spain at Euro 2024 and sees players like Pedri and Lamine Yamal excited about his potential arrival.
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Renowned WWE wrestler John Cena has announced his retirement, marking the end of a monumental career. Known for his dedication and impact on the sport, Cena's departure is a significant event for the wrestling community.
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World No. 1 Iga Świątek faced an unexpected third-round defeat at Wimbledon against Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva. Despite a rain delay, Świątek won the first set but faltered in the remaining sets. This loss is a notable upset given her No. 1 status and five grand slam victories. Putintseva will now advance to the fourth round to compete against Jeļena Ostapenko.
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Juventus have set a price tag of €40m for Federico Chiesa, a target for Newcastle United and Liverpool. The Italian international, who has impressed with eight goals and two assists this season, has one year left on his contract. This decision by the Serie A giants may influence Newcastle's summer recruitment strategy, as they also eye other prospects.
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The 2024 Copa America is heating up, and the Group D clash between Costa Rica and Paraguay holds significant implications. Though Paraguay is out of contention, Costa Rica's journey to the next stage hinges on this match. Catch all the action live at Q2 Stadium, Austin, TX, via Fox Sports 2 and various streaming options.
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In a tense Group C match of Copa America 2024, Panama takes an early lead against Bolivia with a vital goal from Fajardo. While Bolivia has already been knocked out of the tournament, Panama needs a win to keep their hopes alive.
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