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Super-sub Merino strikes late as Arsenal sink Leicester

LEICESTER, United Kingdom: Arsenal ignored their injury woes to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool to four points as Mikel Merino came off the bench to clinch a 2-0 win against Leicester on Saturday. Mikel Arteta’s side were in danger of wasting a chance to put pressure on Liverpool in the title race as they labored to make the breakthrough at the King Power Stadium. But, with his attacking options limited by a host of injuries, Arteta sent on Spain midfielder Merino to act as a makeshift striker in the closing stages. It proved an inspired move as Merino netted twice in the last nine minutes to extend Arsenal’s unbeaten run in the league to 15 games. “We knew it was going to be tough. The first 20 minutes, we were too sloppy.

DWP warns thousands of over-65s of benefit they could claim before State Pension age

Charity Independent Age has issued a vital alert, cautioning that "lots of older people are missing out" on benefits and additional financial aid they're entitled to, which could help alleviate the burden during the ongoing cost of living crisis. In a video released by the charity online, they highlight the opportunity for seniors to claim an annual income top-up worth £4,200 - four months before reaching State Pension age.

Lisandro Martinez pens emotional statement as Man United star provides surgery update

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has confirmed he has undergone successful surgery on his ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.

Terrific Thitikul triumphs in Riyadh with runaway victory

RIYADH: Jeeno Thitikul delivered a commanding performance to claim victory at the PIF Saudi Ladies International on Saturday, securing her 17th professional title with a final-round 69 to finish at 16-under par.

Rowland triumphs as British trio dominate second Jeddah E-Prix podium

JEDDAH: Oliver Rowland stormed to victory in the second race of the inaugural Jeddah E-Prix on Saturday, leading an all-British podium and securing Nissan’s place at the top of the Teams’ and Manufacturers’ World Championship standings.

Nick Kyrgios - Jannik Sinner doping deal 'sad day for tennis' - ESPN

Jannik Sinner's deal with the World Anti-Doping Agency to accept a three-month ban for positive doping tests has been criticized by Australian player Nick Kyrgios, with the Professional Tennis Players Association citing a «lack of transparency» in the system.

Munster dominate Scarlets in bonus-point win at Thomond Park

Munster continued their climb up the BKT United Rugby Championship table, as they made it back-to-back bonus-point wins with a 29-8 victory against the Scarlets at Thomond Park.

ITV The Masked Singer flooded with same complaint minutes into final as star goes 'missing'

The Masked Singer has been flooded with complaints minutes into the final as one star appears to be missing.

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Super-sub Merino strikes late as Arsenal sink Leicester

DWP warns thousands of over-65s of benefit they could claim before State Pension age

Lisandro Martinez pens emotional statement as Man United star provides surgery update

Terrific Thitikul triumphs in Riyadh with runaway victory

Rowland triumphs as British trio dominate second Jeddah E-Prix podium

Nick Kyrgios - Jannik Sinner doping deal 'sad day for tennis' - ESPN

Munster dominate Scarlets in bonus-point win at Thomond Park

ITV The Masked Singer flooded with same complaint minutes into final as star goes 'missing'