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Boss plays down fears over Per Mertesacker after the captain goes off after clash with Gary Cahill.

The case appears to be the first under the NBA's new policy on domestic violence.

Hosts lead by 360 runs with two second innings wickets in hand after Ali hits unbeaten 67.

Spurs are the only club in England's top four divisions yet to improve their squad.

Mauricio Pochettino says full-back will be assessed on Monday after limping off during pre-season victory.

'It's all about friendship, Hindi-Chini bhai bhai (Indians and Chinese are brothers)," the boxer said.

Mesut Ozil omitted from Gunners side while Alvaro Morata begins on the bench.

Sanchez, 28, could leave the Gunners on a free transfer next summer.

The traditional new season curtain-raiser sees the Premier League champions lose to the FA Cup holders.

The England international joins the list of candidates to replace Neymar after £198m move to Paris Saint-Germain.

Nadal is on course to regain his world number one ranking at the Rogers Cup.

Van Dijk has informed Southampton that he wishes to move to another club.

Mbappe has been linked with a host of clubs this summer.

Dembele has been touted as potential replacement for Neymar.

Varela has not reported back for pre-season training at Manchester United.

Neymar Sr claimed his son did not want to be a substitute for Messi.

Real have assured Bale that he is the future of the club, according to reports.

Gareth Bale has scored 9 goals in all competitions last season.

Real Madrid are also believed to be interested in Dortmund's Dembele.

James Milner has excelled in a midfield role at Liverpool.

Bolt denied gold on final individual appearance by former American drugs cheat.

Lancashire seamer takes four wickets on home ground of Old Trafford as hosts head for first innings lead.

But the Frenchman says neither club have submitted an official bid for his services.

Reports of German fans throwing chairs on the pitch and clashing with police.

The 22-year-old dismisses Antonio Conte claim that young Blues players are not patient enough.

France international expected to leave the Ligue 1 champions in deal worth £161m.

As the Whites prepare for Championship opener against Bolton, Christensen says their recruitment is not over.

The legendary pair continue to roll back the years and are the top two seeds for the Rogers Cup.

FA Cup champions Arsenal take on Premier League champions Chelsea in the Community Shield.