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Lucas Ribeiro seals Cultural Leonesa switch after Sundowns standoff and FIFA intervention
Brazilian forward Lucas Ribeiro has joined Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa on a one-year deal after terminating his contract with Mamelodi Sundowns. His camp argued that Sundowns blocked moves to Europe and Qatar, citing a FIFA precedent to secure clearance. Fluminense had also chased him. The free transfer was finalized on Sept. 12, 2025, with any dispute now headed to the FIFA Football Tribunal.
Pešić shuts down question after Serbia beats Latvia, pushes focus back to basketball
Serbia beat Latvia for a third straight win and clinched a spot in Riga’s final stage, but the post-game moment everyone talked about came from the press room. Coach Svetislav Pešić cut off a question about alleged heated words between Ognjen Dobrić and Latvia coach Luca Banchi, insisting the conversation stay on basketball. He praised discipline, perfect free throws, and warned about player health.
Lyon return to Marseille under heavy security after bus attack that halted Ligue 1 derby
After Marseille supporters attacked Lyon’s team bus and injured coach Fabio Grosso, the postponed Ligue 1 derby returns to the Velodrome under tight security. Nine arrests followed the incident, which embarrassed officials months before the Paris Olympics and during TV rights talks. The LFP faces limits on sanctions but is pushing tougher crowd-control measures across the league.
VAR controversy as Watkins punishes Brentford: Aston Villa edge 1-0
Aston Villa beat Brentford 1-0 after a dramatic VAR call ruled out a late home equaliser. Ollie Watkins struck early in the second half against his former club, and a disputed foul on Emiliano Martinez denied Brentford after Mikkel Damsgaard’s shot appeared to cross the line. Thomas Frank raged at the decision; Unai Emery praised Villa’s resilience. The result boosts Villa’s European push.
‘And Just Like That...’ Ending With Season 3: Why HBO Max Pulled the Plug on the Sex and the City Sequel
HBO Max is ending 'And Just Like That...' with season 3, putting the final note on the beloved Sex and the City revival. The creative team, led by Michael Patrick King and Sarah Jessica Parker, decided together that the story should conclude with a longer, two-part finale on August 14, 2025.
Pakistan Triumphs Over West Indies in Lauderhill T20I Opener with Spin Domination
Pakistan outplayed West Indies in the first T20I at Lauderhill thanks to a game-changing performance from spinner Mohammad Nawaz and a composed chase led by Usman Ayub. West Indies' batting once again stumbled under pressure, giving Pakistan an early advantage in the series.
EA FC 25 MLS Team of the Season Unveils Messi and Suárez as Standouts
EA Sports FC 25 has dropped its MLS Team of the Season list, spotlighting Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez for their dominant play with Inter Miami. Brad Guzan and Jackson Ragen grab honors for their defensive skills. Although the full lineup isn't public yet, the TOTS arrives just ahead of the much-anticipated Ultimate Team of the Season reveal.
Dodgers vs. Giants: Dodgers Slight Favorites in Tight Predicted Showdown
Analysts expect a close Giants win over the Dodgers, with Los Angeles holding a narrow edge in win probability. Recent performance as favorites and strong batting suggest a tense, low-scoring battle with the under favored on 7.5 runs.
PSG vs Bayern Munich Odds: French Giants Favored to Break Historical Trend in Club World Cup Showdown
Bookmakers favor PSG over Bayern Munich in their Club World Cup quarter-final, thanks to PSG's recent hot streak and strong defense. Bayern's backline has been shaky, and PSG's attack looks fierce with Dembele returning. Most predictions point to a 2-0 win for the Parisians.
Flamengo vs Bayern Munich: Club World Cup Round of 16 Set for Miami Showdown
Flamengo faces Bayern Munich in a tense FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 battle on June 29 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Bayern comes in as favorites, but Flamengo’s unbeaten run and defensive strength raise the stakes. The winner moves on to face PSG or Inter Miami.
UFC 316 Purse: Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley Set for High-Stakes Rematch Showdown
UFC 316 will see Merab Dvalishvili defend his bantamweight title against Sean O'Malley in Newark, with both fighters earning some of the biggest paydays of their careers. Dvalishvili's purse jumps to $800,000, while O'Malley, taking a pay cut after losing the belt, is set for $2.5 million. The rematch highlights the risk and reward in mixed martial arts.
Achraf Hakimi’s Restraint: PSG Star Holds Back Celebration After Scoring Against Inter Milan in Champions League Final
Achraf Hakimi scored first for PSG against his former club Inter Milan in the 2025 Champions League Final but chose not to celebrate, showing respect for his old team. His gesture highlighted the bond still felt with Inter, where he played a crucial role in their 2021 Serie A triumph.
