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Your support helps The Independent to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, with investigative reporting and documentaries like 'The A Word'. Donations allow journalists to report from the ground and provide unbiased coverage accessible to all. Fulham is considering a deal for Evan Ferguson in the January transfer window, aiming for a loan deal to boost their forward options and provide the promising Brighton striker with consistent playing time....

Ruben Amorim has urged Marcus Rashford to stay at Manchester United despite Rashford expressing interest in seeking a "new challenge." Amorim sees United as a significant challenge and believes Rashford can contribute to the team's success, emphasizing the importance of all players being ready for the club's objectives. Amorim plans to assess Rashford's involvement in the upcoming Carabao Cup quarterfinal based on his performance in training, highlighting the need for Rashford to showcase his talent...

Red Bull's decision to drop Perez has raised questions about team principal Christian Horner's decision-making, who signed Perez until the end of 2026 in May. Despite a slump in form and failed attempts to regain confidence, Perez's performances did not improve, leading to Red Bull losing the constructors' championship. Horner's choice to re-sign Perez for two more years over Sainz, who will be replaced at Ferrari by Lewis Hamilton, was based on past tensions between...

In Week 16, Atlanta Falcons benched Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. due to Cousins' recent struggles. Penix will face the Giants in his debut, showcasing his strong arm and play-action skills that could benefit fantasy players like Drake London and Darnell Mooney. With matchups against the Giants and Commanders in the next two weeks, Atlanta's skill players become more appealing options for fantasy playoffs. Full Article

In the highly anticipated rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk for the unified heavyweight titles in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Usyk aims to defend his victory against Fury from seven months ago. Usyk won the first fight via split decision, becoming the first undisputed champion in 24 years, and almost stopped Fury in round nine. Fury, who vacated the IBF belt, plans to come in heavier at 20st (280lb) for the rematch to increase his...

Jeff Passan, Senior MLB Insider, reports on the recent developments in the Tampa Bay Rays' $1.3 billion stadium deal, which faced jeopardy after a delay in funding approval by the Pinellas County Board of Commissioners. The team and county are at odds over construction costs and financial assistance, with MLB commissioner Rob Manfred intervening to bridge the divide. The Rays have until March 31, 2025, to secure funding and meet conditions for the new stadium,...