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Leicester City Appoint Steve Cooper as New Manager

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  Leicester City have found their new leader! Steve Cooper, the former Nottingham Forest manager, has been appointed as the club's first-team manager on a three-year deal.

England's Goalkeeper Exit Manchester City and Signs for Barcelona

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  England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck has found a new home at Barcelona after her contract with Manchester City expired. The 24-year-old has penned a deal keeping her with the Spanish giants until June 2026.

Usyk's Undisputed Reign on the Ropes: Boxing vs. the Business of Belts

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The heavyweight division finally has an undisputed champion after nearly 25 years, but Oleksandr Usyk's reign might be short-lived. The IBF, one of the four major boxing sanctioning bodies, is threatening to strip him of his belt for not facing their mandatory challenger, Daniel Dubois.

Party After Party in Nigeria as Boston Back on Top! Celtics Crowned NBA Champions After 16 Years

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  The Boston Celtics are NBA champions again! After a 16-year wait, they dominated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 in Game 5, securing the series 4-1 and their 18th championship title.

Thompson-Herah Focuses on 100m Title Defense, Skips 200m in Paris Olympics

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Five-time Olympic gold medalist Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica will not compete in the 200 meters at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The 31-year-old sprinter will focus solely on defending her 100-meter title and will not participate in the Jamaican trials for the 200 meters.

Vondrousova Cruises to Straight-Set Win, Begins Wimbledon Defense Prep

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  Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova kicked off her grass-court season with a dominant victory at the Berlin Open. The 24-year-old Czech dispatched Spaniard Rebeka Masarova 6-4, 6-3 and advances to face Russia's Anna Kalinskaya.

Celtics Clinch Record-Setting 18th Championship with Dominant Victory

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The Boston Celtics cemented their place in NBA history, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to secure their 18th championship title. This dominant win marks the franchise's first championship in 16 years and breaks the tie with the Los Angeles Lakers for most championships won (17).

Jabeur and Sabalenka Prioritize Health, Skip Paris Olympics

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  Top tennis stars Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka will miss the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, prioritizing their health over competition.

McIlroy Vows to Bounce Back After US Open Heartbreak

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Rory McIlroy will take a break from golf after a crushing defeat at the US Open. The Northern Irishman called it "the toughest day" of his career after letting a two-shot lead slip away on the final holes.

Ten Hag Stays at Man Utd After Dramatic Ibiza Meeting

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  Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's summer vacation took a surprising turn when the club's board flew to Ibiza to assure him of his future.

Mbappe Misses Dream Olympic Debut Due to Real Madrid Restrictions

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  French superstar Kylian Mbappe's dream of playing for his home country at the Paris Olympics has been dashed by his new club, Real Madrid.

Chelsea FC Manager Search Heats Up After Pochettino Exit

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  Chelsea FC finds itself searching for a new manager once again, following Mauricio Pochettino's departure after a single season. Pochettino, despite leading the Blues to a sixth-place finish and cup runs, faced criticism for a slow start.

Raducanu Eyes Grass Court Glory at Nottingham Open

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  Rising British star Emma Raducanu is set to return to the Nottingham Open in June, kicking off her crucial grass-court season preparation.

Celtics Steal Game One of Eastern Conference Finals

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The Boston Celtics edged out a dramatic victory over the Indiana Pacers in the opening game of the Eastern Conference Finals, winning 133-128 in overtime.

Nottingham Forest Extends Contract of Nigerian Defender Ola Aina

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  Nottingham Forest have secured the future of defender Ola Aina by triggering a one-year extension in his contract.

Enyimba's Ndukwu Predicts Big Win in Federation Cup Clash

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  Enyimba FC forward Murphy Ndukwu is brimming with confidence ahead of their President Federation Cup match against FC One Rocket. The striker assured fans of a dominant victory in the Round of 32 matchup.

Salah Hints at Staying at Liverpool Despite New Manager

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  Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah has dropped a strong suggestion that he'll remain at the club next season, following the appointment of Arne Slot as manager.

Alcaraz: Aiming High and Built for Success

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  At just 21, Carlos Alcaraz isn't shy about his ultimate goal - to be tennis royalty. He may have a long road ahead to match Novak Djokovic's record 24 Grand Slam titles, but his two major wins as a teenager and record-breaking rise to world number one suggest a bright future.

Taylor-Catterall Rematch: A Battle for Redemption and Legacy

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  This Saturday in Leeds, Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall lock horns in one of British boxing's most anticipated rematches. Two years after their controversial first fight, they'll settle the score in a non-title bout with massive career implications.

Rashford Omitted from England's Euro 2024 Provisional Squad

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  Marcus Rashford, the 26-year-old Manchester United forward, has been surprisingly left out of Gareth Southgate's initial selection for Euro 2024. This comes after a disappointing season where he managed just seven goals in the league.