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Scott Parker insists Bournemouth will embrace ‘difficult few fixtures’

Bournemouth boss Scott Parker is confident his squad can rise to the challenge of a tough run of Premier League games – starting with a trip to champions Manchester City.

Alex Mitchell hoping his ‘old-fashioned’ defending can keep out Rangers

Alex Mitchell is hoping his old-school defensive qualities can help St Johnstone pick up a result away to Rangers on Saturday.

Matthew Hudson-Smith backed for European success by Iwan Thomas

Iwan Thomas is backing Matthew Hudson-Smith to return to the top of the podium at the upcoming European Championships following a superb silver at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Hudson-Smith is looking to complete the set for the calendar year in Munich, having already won bronze at the World Championships in Eugene before his second-place finish in the 400m in Birmingham. Ad Thomas believes it may take some time for Hudson-Smith to appreciate the magnitude of his achievements this summer but is confident that he has inspired young children across the country along the way.

'Please don't forget about us,' says Ukrainian soccer legend Andriy Shevchenko about ongoing war effort

By Ben Church, CNN

Erik ten Hag makes decision on Hannibal Mejbri future at Manchester United

Erik ten Hag has agreed to send Hannibal Mejbri out on loan this summer in order to aid the youngster's development and get meaningful playing time this season.