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Diego Simeone vs Carlo Ancelotti: The Key Duel In Madrid Derby In La Liga Santander

The Madrid Derby is much more than a football match. It's not just about the battle for three points; it's about securing victory for the two passionate fanbases that exist in the Spanish capital. And few men know this better than coaches Diego ‘Cholo' Simeone and Carlo Ancelotti. The two know each other perfectly, and taking into account the Italian coach's two spells at Real Madrid, they've met on six different occasions in LaLiga Santander. The balance is in favour of the Argentine. With El Cholo at the helm, Atleti have managed to win four of the six Madrid Derbies against the Italian. Overall, across all competitions, it's seven wins for Simeone, six wins for Ancelotti and four draws in their 17 meetings.

Rory McIlroy battles back from poor start to take share of clubhouse lead in Italian Open at Marco Simone

Rory McIlroy shrugged off a slow start and some wayward play with the driver to put himself in a nice position after the first round of the Italian Open. The world No. 2’s usually brilliant driving was wayward for the first half of his round, but he made an eagle from the fairway on his 12th hole and it sparked him to life.

Ivan Toney receives first England call-up, Eric Dier returns, Jadon Sancho misses out of Nations League games

Ivan Toney has been given his first England call-up as Gareth Southgate named a 28-man squad for the Three Lions’ Nations League games against Italy and Germany. Manchester United duo Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho have been omitted, while Eric Dier returns to the squad for the first time since 2020. Ad Jarrod Bowen and Marc Guehi have retained their places after making their international debuts earlier this year.

McIlroy holds early clubhouse lead at the Italian Open

Rory McIlroy carded an opening round of 67 for a share of the early clubhouse lead at the Italian Open.

'There's the spark' - Rory McIlroy holes out from the fairway for eagle after tough start at Italian Open

Rory McIlroy had a tough start to the Italian Open, but sparked his round to life when holing out from the fairway for an eagle. On his first visit to a course that will host next year’s Ryder Cup, McIlroy did not have his A game as he struggled off the tee.

Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick differ on inclusion of LIV Golf players at Ryder Cup in Rome

Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick have a difference of opinion on the inclusion of LIV Golf players at the Ryder Cup. The Ryder Cup is in focus this week, as the likes of McIlroy and Fitzpatrick get a look at the event venue, Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, at the Italian Open. Ad The Italian Open is taking place on the same weekend as the latest LIV Golf event in Chicago.

Daniel Ricciardo has 'accepted' he may not be in F1 in 2023

Daniel Ricciardo has said that he has come to terms with the potential for him not being on the grid next season in Formula 1, with his future still very much uncertain for 2023.

Marcus Rashford injury could prevent England recall following Man United absence

Marcus Rashford has not been included in Manchester United's squad for their Europa League clash with Sheriff Tiraspol after missing training on Wednesday.

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Diego Simeone vs Carlo Ancelotti: The Key Duel In Madrid Derby In La Liga Santander

Rory McIlroy battles back from poor start to take share of clubhouse lead in Italian Open at Marco Simone

Ivan Toney receives first England call-up, Eric Dier returns, Jadon Sancho misses out of Nations League games

McIlroy holds early clubhouse lead at the Italian Open

'There's the spark' - Rory McIlroy holes out from the fairway for eagle after tough start at Italian Open

Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick differ on inclusion of LIV Golf players at Ryder Cup in Rome

Daniel Ricciardo has 'accepted' he may not be in F1 in 2023

Marcus Rashford injury could prevent England recall following Man United absence