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José Mourinho says he would have left Real Madrid if he had been in Vinicius’s position, facing a crisis of confidence and a four-match suspension. The Portuguese manager made the remarks before the Liga match against Sevilla FC, according to his press conference.
Source: L’essentiel
Gabonese striker Royce Openda has played only 45 minutes for Pau FC’s first team after nine Ligue 2 rounds, despite scoring 15 goals and providing five assists for Bordeaux in 2025-2026. Signed on 1 July 2026, he has not been selected since the match against Nancy on 21 August and has played two games for the reserve team, reports Gabonmatin.
Source: Gabonmatin
Tunisian swimmer Ahmed Jaouadi won the short-course 1,500-metre freestyle at the University of Virginia meeting in 14 minutes 29.94 seconds, ahead of American Bobby Finke. He also won the 800 metres, recording the second-best world time of the year, according to Lapresse, as he prepares for the World Short-Course Championships in December in Beijing.
Source: Lapresse
South African boxer Brandon Thysse lost by unanimous decision to Frenchman Milan Prat, who claimed the vacant IBO super-welterweight world title. The 12-round fight took place on Thursday in Enghien-les-Bains, France, the Sunday Express reports.
Source: Sunday Express
Paul Onuachu scored Trabzonspor’s opening goal in the third minute against KuPS Kuopio, then went off injured in the 10th minute; the Turkish club won 4-2 in Finland. It was his third goal in 10 matches this season, according to Nigerian newspaper Punch.
Source: Beninwebtv
Spain’s Rafael Jódar, 20, beat Casper Ruud 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to become the youngest semi-finalist in Shanghai Masters 1000 history. He will face Daniil Medvedev, who defeated Tommy Paul 6-3, 1-6, 6-3, for a place in the final, according to Beninwebtv.
Source: Beninwebtv
Gianni Infantino apologised to the FIFA Council for consultation errors surrounding the FIFA Forward Enterprise commercial project, which was ultimately withdrawn. The leaders of the English and German federations are still demanding answers and governance reform, while a working group has been created, according to FIFA.
Source: Beninwebtv
Senegalese defender Malang Sarr describes his successful integration after his first cap against Ethiopia on 29 September 2026 in Bahir Dar. He says he wants to take on his responsibilities within a team in transition, according to an interview with the Senegalese Football Federation’s website.
Source: Senego
Australia's women's rugby league team beat Samoa 40-0 in Sydney, scoring seven tries, in their opening match of the World Cup. Jocelyn Kelleher was named player of the match on her debut, ahead of Australia's next fixture against England.
Source: Beninwebtv
Senegalese defender Malang Sarr says he had hoped to be selected for the World Cup and that missing out was difficult. Now called up to the Lions, he says he has moved on and wants to focus on this new opportunity, in an interview published on the Senegalese Football Federation website and carried by Senego.
Source: Senego
Lisandro Martínez returns to the Manchester United squad for the Premier League trip to Leeds after apologising for his criticism of the club's leadership. Manager Michael Carrick considers the controversy closed, with the club 13th after six rounds.
Source: Beninwebtv
The governor of Nigeria’s Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, awarded 50 million naira to the players and coaches of the Real Madrid Football Academy in Port Harcourt after their tour of the United Kingdom. He also promised to address infrastructure, accommodation and funding needs, according to his media adviser quoted by Punch.
Source: Beninwebtv
Senegal came from behind to beat Mauritania 2-1 in Bamako in their opening match of the UFOA-A U20 tournament. Moussa Gueye scored both Senegalese goals, including the winner in the 84th minute, according to Lesoleil and UFOA-A.
Source: Lesoleil
Kidal’s ATTAR Club beat Centre Mamoutou Kané 65-55 in the semi-final of the Mali Basketball Cup. The club have reached the final and are awaiting confirmation of their opponents, reports Mali Actu.
Source: Mali Actu
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has given 50 million naira to players and coaches from the Real Madrid Football Academy in Port Harcourt. The reward recognises their victory during a football tour of the United Kingdom, his communications adviser Onwuka Nzeshi said.
Source: Punch
Club sportif sfaxien have placed their team under Mohamed Kouki, whose return comes on the eve of an important CAF Confederation Cup match. Spokesman Ahmed Jebir said Nabil Kouki’s departure had been considered after the defeat by Shooting Stars, according to La Presse.
Source: Lapresse
Manchester United have won just one of their first six Premier League matches, their worst league start in 40 years, as pressure mounts on manager Michael Carrick. The club travel to Leeds on Sunday, while Manchester City continue their league campaign despite uncertainty over their financial cases, Citizen reports.
Source: Citizen
The Mohammed VI Grand Prix show jumping event at the El Jadida Horse Show has moved to CSI5*-W level and counts towards World Cup qualifying. The competition closes the Morocco Royal Tour after its legs in Tétouan and Rabat, according to Leseco.
Source: Leseco
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