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DAZN announced Monday that it has signed Teofimo Lopez directly to the streaming platform, but the timing of the move may prove just as important as the signing itself. Rather than adding him after one of the biggest victories of his career, DAZN is betting that the former two-division world champion can rebuild his position after losing to Shakur Stevenson last January. DAZN believes it bought low on one of boxing’s biggest names. Teofimo remains one of the sport’s most recognizable personalities and one of its best self-promoters. That star power has value only if it is backed up by…

Former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer: “My hero. My manager. My friend. Sleep easy, Boss.”Prince William, Patron of the Football Association: “Incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Kevin Keegan. A truly remarkable footballer and manager who inspired generations with his talent, passion and love of the game. “Above all, he will be remembered as a kind and generous man. Our thoughts are with his family and all who knew him.”Former Newcastle forward Faustino Asprillia: “Today is a day I never wanted to see. I am absolutely heartbroken to hear of the passing of Kevin Keegan.”Kevin wasn’t just a football…

This weekend, Errol Spence Jr returns to the ring after three years out to face a fellow former world champion in Tim Tszyu. Boxing icon Roy Jones Jr has weighed in with his fight week prediction. Spence has been inactive since a comprehensive 2023 defeat at the hands of Terence Crawford. As time passed, many fans assumed that he had quietly retired from the sport. He has now booked a comeback against Tszyu, who has remained active but suffered bruising defeats to Sebastian Fundora and Bakhram Murtazaliev in recent years. Speaking to FightHype, Jones – who has visited Spence in…

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against Fifa. While the Slovenian did travel to Mexico City for the opening game between the co-hosts and South Africa, he snubbed the trip to New Jersey on Sunday after a series of decisions taken by world football’s governing body.Uefa reacted strongly after United States striker Folarin Balogun escaped a suspension following an intervention from US President Donald Trump.This was a key factor in Ceferin’s decision not to go to the final. Uefa had criticised Fifa’s decision at the time, calling it “unprecedented,…

Morgan Rogers is going to be a Chelsea player – so how did that move go down? Simon Phillips explains it all in an exclusive. If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. Our writer Simon Phillips has some really interesting information on the deal to sign Morgan Rogers which Chelsea have just pulled off. The attacker is taking his medical today, and will then complete a £117m move from Aston Villa. As recently as just…

Lamont Roach Jr. says he has moved on from a rematch with Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis, but his latest comments suggest he hasn’t completely let it go. Roach also continues mentioning Shakur Stevenson as a future target despite having a difficult assignment against William Zepeda on August 1 that he hasn’t gotten past yet. “I’ve been moved on from a rematch with Davis, but if it presents itself, then obviously we’ll take it. You know, I really want to get what I deserve on paper. Even though I did it before, on paper I’d like that,” said Lamont Roach to DAZN.…

CRICKETRicha Ghosh named in Bengal state team for 2026-27 seasonThe Cricket Association of Bengal has named World Cup winner Richa Ghosh among 28 probables for the state women’s team ahead of the 2026-27 season.The probables: Richa Ghosh (wk), Titas Sadhu, Mita Paul, Tanusree Sarkar, Priyanka Bala (wk), Saika Ishaque, Prativa Rana, Dhara Gujjar, Rupal Tiwari, Sujata Dey, Bidisha Dey, Piyali Ghosh, Jahanbi Raj Paswan, Chandrima Biswas, Sushmita Paul, Ankita Chakraborty (wk), Payel Vakharia, Ipshita Mondal, Prativa Mandi, Sushmita Ganguly, Mamta Kisku, Tithi Das, Bristi Maji, Hrishita Basu (wk), Remondina Khatun, Shreyosi Aich, Shivanshi Tiwari and Priti Mahato.-Team Sportstar2026 Pondy Premier League:…

Kieran McGeeney will remain as Armagh manager for the 2027 season after he was ratified at a county committee meeting on Monday night.McGeeney will remain the longest serving inter-county manager as he approaches his 13th season at the helm of his native county.He joined Paul Grimley’s management team for the 2014 season before being installed as manager for the following year.The Mullaghbawn native guided Armagh to the 2024 All-Ireland title, completing a personal double having won Sam Maguire as captain in 2002.McGeeney’s 12th season at the helm saw him guide the Orchard county to a long awaited Ulster title, the…

Preston fans slam what they described to be ‘shocking’ ticket prices set for their side’s 26/27 Championship opener away at Bolton. The confirmation of it being £36 for an adult ticket price has been met with frustration, many saying twenty of plenty, someone mentioning that it is £6 more than any Premier League away supporter will pay all season Preston fans feeling priced out and disappointed at missing out on being unable to attend, with the prospect of having to watch it on TV instead. Some Bolton fans also pointing out that Preston may reciprocate with these prices in the…

Ben Earl has called for a change to the Nations Championship format after England’s “brutal” schedule in the summer leg of the inaugural competition.England had to play three Tests in three different continents on successive weekends and accumulated 25,000 miles of travel.Victory over Argentina on Saturday keeps Steve Borthwick’s team in the hunt for a place in the final on 29 November at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium.However, four long haul and four short haul flights in the past four weeks have contributed to players losing sleep and a reduced training schedule.”It’s been brutal, there’s no two ways about it,” England number…