Enzo Maresca has started his role as Manchester City's new manager, following Pep Guardiola’s departure after a highly successful period. Maresca spoke about the challenges ahead, the influence of Guardiola, and some changes in the Premier League, including new rules to speed up the game.
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Pep Guardiola left Manchester City after winning 17 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Enzo Maresca, a former assistant to Guardiola, became the new manager in the summer.
Maresca met with Guardiola before his appointment to get advice but plans to form his own views.
Maresca apologized to Chelsea for leaving mid-season when he took the City job.
He spent six months with his family and learning about artificial intelligence.
Maresca noted an increase in set-piece goals and man-to-man defending in the Premier League.
New rules will limit time for goal-kicks and throw-ins to speed up matches.
Despite these changes, Maresca said the Premier League remains the best league with top players and managers.
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The French men’s team won a silver medal in the 4x200m freestyle relay at the European Aquatics Championships. Léon Marchand, swimming for France, posted the fastest 200m time in the world this year during the event.
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The French men's 4x200m freestyle relay team won silver at the European Championships.
Léon Marchand achieved the world’s best time of 2026 in the 200m freestyle on his home return.
Étienne Daguinos won a bronze medal in the 5,000 meters track event at the European Championships.
Jimmy Gressier finished fourth in the 5,000 meters race.
Yan Diomandé joined Real Madrid and participated in his first training session.
Tony Parker is becoming a coach for Patty Mills, one of his former basketball teammates.
The article also mentions ongoing criticism of FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino.
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Somali referee Omar Artan will be the first non-European to referee the UEFA Super Cup match between PSG and Aston Villa. He was not allowed to enter the US to referee World Cup games, even though he had a valid visa.
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Omar Artan is from Somalia and is a football referee.
He will officiate the UEFA Super Cup match on Wednesday.
This will be the first time a non-European referee oversees this event.
The match is between PSG (Paris Saint-Germain) and Aston Villa.
Artan was denied entry to the US for the World Cup despite having a valid visa.
His participation in the UEFA Super Cup marks a historic moment for diversity in refereeing.
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Tarik Skubal pitched five innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his home debut but allowed three runs and left the game with the Dodgers trailing 3-2 against the Kansas City Royals. Skubal struck out six batters but also gave up hits, walks, and a home run during the game.
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Tarik Skubal pitched five innings and gave up 3 runs on 4 hits.
He struck out six batters in the game.
Skubal made his home debut for the Dodgers on August 10, 2026.
He allowed a two-run homer and an RBI single to Kansas City’s Jac Caglianone.
Skubal issued two walks and hit one batter during the game.
This was his second appearance at Dodger Stadium after being traded from Detroit 9 days prior.
The Dodgers acquired Skubal by trading three prospects, hoping he helps the team in the playoffs.
Dodgers fans gave Skubal a warm welcome despite the team having lost eight of nine games before this one.
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Derek Carr, a former NFL quarterback who retired after the 2024 season, is returning to football as a special advisor at UCLA. He will help the coaching staff and work with the UCLA quarterbacks on game strategy.
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Derek Carr retired from the NFL following the 2024 season.
Carr was a four-time Pro Bowler in the NFL.
He played 11 seasons in the NFL, throwing for 41,245 yards and 257 touchdowns.
Carr is now a special advisor to UCLA's new head coach, Bob Chesney.
His role includes helping with game strategy and working with UCLA quarterbacks.
Carr had a very successful college career at Fresno State, throwing for 12,843 yards and 113 touchdowns.
He won the 2013 Sammy Baugh Trophy as the nation’s best college passer.
Carr praised UCLA’s general manager Darrick Yray and expressed excitement about supporting the UCLA football program.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hope defensive lineman Al-Quadin Muhammad can build on a strong 2025 season to improve their defense in 2026. Muhammad, who impressed last year with the Detroit Lions, will play alongside familiar teammates but faces the challenge of helping lead the team’s pass rush.
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The Buccaneers finished in the middle of the league in sacks in 2025, led by YaYa Diaby with 7.0 sacks.
Defensive players Vita Vea and Lavonte David are no longer fully available; Vea requested a trade and David retired.
Returning players like SirVocea Dennis, Anthony Nelson, Tykee Smith, and Elijah Roberts have moderate sack totals but aren’t expected to improve dramatically.
The team added young players Rueben Bain Jr. and Mo Kamara to support the defense.
Al-Quadin Muhammad signed a one-year, $6 million contract with Tampa Bay for 2026 after recording 11 sacks in 17 games with Detroit in 2025.
Muhammad has experience with multiple NFL teams but had his best season last year.
The NFC South has teams with weaker offensive lines, which could help Muhammad and the Buccaneers’ pass rush succeed.
If Muhammad performs well, it could boost the Buccaneers’ defense and his future career opportunities; if not, this season might be his last.
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Darian Mensah, a highly skilled quarterback transferred to the Miami Hurricanes, is seen as a key player for the team’s success next season. Coaches in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) praise his accuracy, athleticism, and decision-making, making Miami a strong contender in college football.
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Miami Hurricanes nearly won the national championship last season but lost to Indiana.
Miami added several new players via transfer, including quarterback Darian Mensah.
Mensah is a four-star transfer who replaces rookie Carson Beck as Miami’s quarterback.
ACC coaches describe Mensah as accurate on the run and good at throwing deep passes.
Mensah led the ACC last season in passing yards (3,973) and touchdown passes (34).
Mensah and Miami’s top receiver Malachi Toney form a strong offensive partnership.
Miami’s offense averaged 423.5 yards and 34.6 points per game, ranking 16th nationally.
Miami lost some key defensive players but hopes Mensah’s skills will help offset that.
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Angel Reese, a star player for the Atlanta Dream, set a new team record by achieving 22 double-doubles in the 2026 WNBA season. She scored 20 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in a recent game, and she leads the league in rebounds per game this season.
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Angel Reese plays as a forward for the Atlanta Dream basketball team.
Reese achieved her 22nd double-double of the season, setting a new record for her team.
A double-double means she recorded double digits in two statistical categories, often points and rebounds.
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Toronto Tempo, with a score contributing to Reese’s milestone.
Reese is averaging 15.8 points, 11.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.7 steals per game this season.
She leads the WNBA in rebounds per game and is on track for her third rebounding title.
Reese’s main goal is to win a WNBA championship.
The Atlanta Dream is expected to make the playoffs this season, the first for Reese in her professional career.
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The Los Angeles Rams have built a strong team for the 2026 NFL season by adding key players like Myles Garrett, aiming to win Super Bowl LXI. Their offense and defense rank among the best, and much depends on Garrett’s performance to help the team reach their goals.
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The Rams ranked top five in total yards per game, passing yards, and turnover differential in 2025.
Matthew Stafford, the league MVP, will lead the offense with new teammates Davante Adams and Puka Nacua.
The defense has improved by adding four Super Bowl ring winners and keeping strong safety players Kamren Curl and Kamren Kinchens.
Myles Garrett, a top defensive player, joined the Rams on a 5-year, $208.2 million contract.
Garrett’s previous team, the Cleveland Browns, struggled to build a strong team around him.
The Rams expect Garrett to perform well and help the team win, shifting the focus from his individual stats to team success.
Garrett’s legacy may depend on whether the Rams win the Super Bowl or not during his time with the team.
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Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin had a strong first season with 3,610 passing yards and 32 touchdowns. However, a Big Ten defensive coach noted that Sayin struggles with running and escaping pressure, which some teams used to their advantage.
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Julian Sayin is a sophomore quarterback for Ohio State.
He threw for 3,610 yards, 32 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in the season.
Ohio State went 12-2, played in the Big Ten Championship, and reached the College Football Playoff.
Sayin finished fourth in Heisman Trophy voting last season.
A Big Ten defensive coordinator said Sayin is not comfortable running and tends to stay in the pocket.
Sayin had -44 rushing yards last season, partly due to 16 sacks.
His longest run was 12 yards, showing he rarely runs the ball.
Despite this, Sayin is the preseason favorite to win the Heisman Trophy.
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The Washington Commanders will be without their left tackle Laremy Tunsil for a long time due to surgery on a torn triceps. The team plans to start Brandon Coleman but might consider signing free agent Taylor Decker as a backup option.
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Laremy Tunsil, the Commanders’ left tackle, will have surgery on a torn triceps.
Recovery from this surgery usually takes 4 to 12 months.
Tunsil will likely miss most or all of the season.
Brandon Coleman, who played left tackle last season, will likely replace Tunsil.
Coleman allowed zero sacks last season in 242 snaps.
Taylor Decker, a free agent and Pro Bowler in 2024, could be a backup option.
Decker has played 10 seasons with the Detroit Lions and started 140 games.
Protecting quarterback Jayden Daniels is a priority for the team.
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Rori Harmon has returned to the Washington Mystics on a developmental contract after the team waived her to create space for another player. Harmon, a rookie guard, has played 10 games this season and previously had a successful college career at Texas.
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The Washington Mystics announced that Rori Harmon is back on a developmental contract.
Harmon was waived to make room for Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, a former New York Liberty player.
No other WNBA team claimed Harmon off waivers, allowing her to re-sign with the Mystics.
Harmon joins Darianna Littlepage-Buggs as the Mystics' two developmental players.
The Mystics drafted Harmon 34th overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Harmon has played 10 games this season with an average of 1 point, 1.1 assists, and 0.8 rebounds in 6.7 minutes per game.
She played a career-high 22 minutes in one game against the New York Liberty, scoring 3 points with rebounds, assists, and a steal.
In college, Harmon was notable for achieving over 1600 points, 950 assists, 375 steals, and 600 rebounds, and she holds school records in assists and steals.
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The Kansas City Chiefs had their top four wide receivers practice on the field together for the first time during training camp. This is a positive sign as the team prepares for their preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams on August 15.
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Wide receiver Xavier Worthy missed most of last week due to a right shoulder sprain.
Rashee Rice is gradually increasing his practice workload after knee surgery.
Rookie Cyrus Allen has performed strongly in camp and has developed good teamwork with Patrick Mahomes.
Tyquan Thornton has practiced with the first-team offense.
Monday’s practice was the first time all four receivers practiced on the field together this camp.
Worthy did not fully participate in all drills but may be cleared soon.
Patrick Mahomes is off ACL and LCL knee surgeries but has been fully active in camp.
The preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams is scheduled for Saturday, August 15.
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Michael Wilson, a wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, had a strong 2025 season with career-best numbers. Despite this, the team’s general manager gave a vague response about extending Wilson's contract, which is ending after the next season.
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Michael Wilson was drafted by the Cardinals in 2023 as the 94th overall pick.
In 2025, Wilson had 78 catches for 1,006 yards and 7 touchdowns, his best stats so far.
Marvin Harrison Jr. was picked 4th overall in 2024 but had lower stats and missed five games last season.
The Cardinals’ general manager, Monti Ossenfort, said they want Wilson to stay long-term but did not confirm a contract extension.
The team already gave a big contract to tight end Trey McBride last year and may also need to pay Harrison in the future.
Wilson has a strong connection with quarterback Jacoby Brissett.
Contract talks between Wilson and the Cardinals continue, but no agreement is confirmed yet.
If Wilson does not re-sign, other teams may try to sign him because of his performance.
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The Washington Commanders have added wide receiver Stefon Diggs to their team with a one-year contract. Diggs is expected to support young quarterback Jayden Daniels by providing a reliable receiving option, continuing a trend of helping new quarterbacks succeed.
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The Commanders signed Stefon Diggs one week after training camp began.
Diggs’ contract is for one year and $12 million.
He is ranked as the No. 2 wide receiver on the team, behind Terry McLaurin.
Diggs has played for three teams in three seasons, including the Patriots and Texans.
Over two seasons, Diggs had 146 receptions, 1,619 yards, and eight touchdowns.
He has experience working with young quarterbacks, seen as a "security blanket" for them.
The Commanders see Diggs as a key player in helping quarterback Jayden Daniels improve.
Success of this pairing could influence the team’s future plans and roster decisions.
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Sammy Price, a former Miami Dolphins running back who played in the team’s first three seasons, died on August 5 at age 82. He played college football at the University of Illinois and was part of the Dolphins from 1966 to 1968.
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Sammy Price was born on October 1, 1943, in Margaret, Alabama.
He played college football at the University of Illinois from 1962 to 1965.
Price was drafted by both the Miami Dolphins (AFL) and New York Giants (NFL) in 1966, choosing to join Miami.
He played for the Dolphins from 1966 to 1968, appearing in 36 games and starting nine.
Price played as a halfback and fullback, wearing jersey number 30.
During his NFL career, he rushed for 313 yards, caught 10 passes, and scored two touchdowns.
After retiring from football, Price worked in various businesses including car sales and restaurants.
Sammy Price is survived by his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
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USA Swimming has put its chief financial officer, Cory Hilliard, on leave after finding out he was arrested for stealing money while working at the University of Colorado. The organization is investigating the situation and has cut his access to financial information.
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Cory Hilliard is USA Swimming’s chief financial officer (CFO).
He was arrested for theft and embezzlement at the University of Colorado.
Hilliard allegedly took $9,510 from the university’s Nike Elite program for personal use.
He was hired by USA Swimming in December 2023.
USA Swimming learned of his arrest on Monday and immediately placed him on leave.
His access to data and financial controls at USA Swimming was removed.
USA Swimming’s CEO, Kevin Ring, hired Hilliard after taking over the organization in September 2023.
USA Swimming is conducting its own investigation into the case.
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George Kittle, the San Francisco 49ers tight end, is expected to return to play in the first week of the NFL season after recovering from a torn Achilles tendon. Kittle's injury happened during last season's playoffs, and he missed part of the previous season due to other injuries.
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George Kittle tore his Achilles tendon in the NFC Wild Card playoff game.
There is strong confidence he will be ready to play in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams.
Kittle missed six games last season because of a torn hamstring and ankle injury.
In the 11 games he played last season, Kittle caught 57 passes for 628 yards and scored seven touchdowns.
The 49ers also faced injuries to other key players like quarterback Brock Purdy, linebacker Fred Warner, and defensive end Nick Bosa.
Fred Warner has recovered, while Nick Bosa is still limited in practice due to an ACL injury.
Running back Christian McCaffrey missed a recent practice to manage his workload and avoid further injury.
The 49ers will start their season opener on September 11 in Australia against the Los Angeles Rams.
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Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh praised quarterback Justin Herbert, calling him the "guardian of victory" for the team's wins. Harbaugh said Herbert not only protects the team from mistakes but also creates opportunities and takes the team on his shoulders in key moments.
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Jim Harbaugh is the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers.
Harbaugh referred to Justin Herbert as the "guardian of victory."
Herbert has been crucial to the Chargers winning games, especially in the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
The phrase “guardian of victory” was previously used by Harbaugh to describe his coaching role at Michigan.
Herbert is praised for avoiding mistakes like turnovers and sacks.
Harbaugh highlighted Herbert’s growth into a quarterback who can make big plays and lead the team.
Harbaugh compared Herbert's leadership to Chargers defenders Derwin James and Khalil Mack, who also play key roles in the team’s wins.
Harbaugh mentioned that the team invested a lot of effort last season and expects to benefit from that work now.
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Quinyon Mitchell, a cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, has proven to be one of the best defensive players since being drafted in 2024. His new teammate, cornerback Riq Woolen, praised Mitchell’s skills and patience, and together they are considered a strong defensive pair for the team.
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Quinyon Mitchell was picked 22nd overall in the 2024 NFL Draft but was originally seen as a top-10 talent.
Mitchell helped the Eagles win the Super Bowl in his rookie season and earned All-Rookie honors.
Last season, Mitchell had 45 tackles, 17 pass breakups, and one fumble recovery in 17 games.
Mitchell was selected for the Pro Bowl and named first-team All-Pro, allowing a 58.4 passer rating when targeted.
Riq Woolen, also a cornerback, joined the Eagles on a one-year, $15 million contract in March.
Woolen is a former Pro Bowl player who co-led the NFL in interceptions as a rookie and helped the Seahawks win the Super Bowl.
Woolen admires Mitchell’s confidence and understanding of the Eagles’ defense.
Together, Mitchell and Woolen form one of the NFL’s best cornerback pairs heading into the new season.
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