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Ronaldo refused to come on as sub, says Man Utd boss Ten Hag

Ronaldo refused to come on as sub, says Man Utd boss Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag confirmed on Friday that Cristiano Ronaldo refused to come on as a substitute during this week's win against Tottenham, saying there had to be "consequences" for his behaviour.

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France stalwart Ribery announces retirement from football

France stalwart Ribery announces retirement from football

Former France and Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Franck Ribery announced his retirement from football on Friday after succumbing to a persistent knee injury which kept him out of action for Serie A club Salernitana.

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Former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw retires

Former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw retires

Former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw on Friday announced his retirement following a succession of injuries.

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Binder fastest in rain-hit Malaysian MotoGP practice

Binder fastest in rain-hit Malaysian MotoGP practice

South Africa's Brad Binder clocked the fastest time in the first two practice sessions for the Malaysian Grand Prix on Friday as rain threatened to play havoc with Francesco Bagnaia's title charge.

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Newcastle boss Howe defends Saudi Arabia training camp

Newcastle boss Howe defends Saudi Arabia training camp

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe on Friday defended the club's decision to return to Saudi Arabia for a warm-weather training camp, saying it was a "football decision".

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Super Mario: Draghi's farewell warning to EU leaders

Super Mario: Draghi's farewell warning to EU leaders

Italy's outgoing premier Mario Draghi used his last day on the European stage Friday to warn both his fellow leaders and his far-right successor that a united Europe should remain their "guiding star".

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Pound sinks on UK political chaos

Pound sinks on UK political chaos

The British pound sank against the dollar Friday on political uncertainty after the resignation of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss, while weak economic data added to the turmoil.

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UK reports further bleak economic data

UK reports further bleak economic data

UK government borrowing surged and retail sales slumped in September, official data showed Friday, dealing a further economic blow to a country in political crisis.

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Gerrard's reputation takes a hit after Aston Villa sacking

Gerrard's reputation takes a hit after Aston Villa sacking

Steven Gerrard vowed he would "never quit" after his Aston Villa side slumped to another damaging defeat. Minutes later he was sacked in a severe blow to his managerial reputation.

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American Andrea Lee grabs halfway LPGA lead in South Korea

American Andrea Lee grabs halfway LPGA lead in South Korea

Andrea Lee of the United States grabbed a two-shot lead at the halfway stage of the BMW Ladies Championship in South Korea on Friday.

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