Late-night news: Radz and Orta now working to sign £8.5m forward; same agent as 6 Leeds players
Leeds United are reportedly working on a deal to sign Sporting CP forward Gonzalo Plata.
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No stopping Iga Swiatek as she sets up French Open semi-final clash with Daria Kasatkina
Iga Swiatek sailed into the French Open semi-finals after beating Jessica Pegula 6-3, 6-2 at Roland Garros on Wednesday.
Messi stars as Argentina beat Italy in Finalissima
LONDON: Lionel Messi stole the show as Copa America holders Argentina powered to a 3-0 win against European champions Italy in the Finalissima at Wembley on Wednesday. Inspired by the peerless Messi, Argentina raced into a two-goal lead in the first half of the prestigious friendly thanks to strikes from Lautaro Martinez and Angel Di Maria. Paulo Dybala capped Argentina’s rout, but after a disappointing season with Paris Saint-Germain by his sky-high standards, it was the sight of Messi back to his imperious best that took the spotlight. The 34-year-old’s eye-catching display featured two assists and was worthy of his rare appearance at one of football’s great cathedrals. It was another memorable moment for Argentina, who have qualified for this year’s World Cup as they extend the golden afterglow from the victory over Brazil that ended their 28-year wait to win the Copa America in 2021. Argentina were already established as one of the leading contenders to win the World Cup and defeating Italy was another statement of intent from La Albiceleste, who are now unbeaten in 32 matches. If Messi can play at this level in Qatar, Lionel Scaloni’s side will be a force to be reckoned with as they chase a first World Cup title since 1986.
ITV Britain's Got Talent in 'weird start' as Simon leaves judging panel in row with David Walliams over dance act
Britain's Got Talent viewers couldn't believe what they were seeing as judge Simon Cowell left the judging panel following an exchange of words over opening act Les Sancho. The hip-hop dancers went down a storm with the audience, but BGT boss Simon pressed his buzzer in response to the hip-hop dancers during the third semi-final show of the series.
Reliable reporter: Newcastle emerge as suitor for ‘unbelievable’ speedster, decision soon
Newcastle United are believed to have emerged as a surprising suitor for Middlesbrough right-back Djed Spence, according to reliable journalist Alasdair Gold in a report for football.london.