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In January, former captain Matt Grimes left Swansea City for Coventry City, leading to Ben Cabango being named as the new skipper. Following a run of eight defeats in 10 games, manager Russell Martin departed on 17 February. Despite the challenges, Cabango is embracing his new leadership role and is focused on maintaining high standards for the team as they prepare for their upcoming match against Preston North End on 4 March. Full Article

Fiorentina forward Moise Kean collapsed on the pitch at Hellas Verona in Serie A after taking a knock to the head and continuing to play. Despite being treated and returning to the game, Kean suddenly lost his balance and was taken to the hospital for tests wearing a neck brace. This incident marks the second scare for Fiorentina this season, following midfielder Edoardo Bove's collapse in December, resulting in successful surgery and the fitting of...

NC State upset Notre Dame 104-95 in double overtime, ending the Irish's 19-game winning streak and likely causing them to lose their No. 1 ranking in women's college basketball. NC State's trio of elite guards, Zoe Brooks, Aziaha James, and Saniya Rivers, outperformed Notre Dame's guard trio, Sonia Citron, Hannah Hidalgo, and Olivia Miles, with Brooks scoring 33 points and James adding 20 points. The loss tightened the ACC race with Notre Dame leading at...

Former MLB star Alex Rodriguez impressed by making a half-court shot to win a Bucknell student $10,000 during halftime of a game against Army. Rodriguez, who hit 696 career homers, was at Bucknell to discuss his company Jump Platforms and his potential purchase of the Minnesota Timberwolves with co-founder Marc Lore. The 49-year-old's shot sparked a celebration with students, showcasing his continued success beyond baseball. Full Article

Gary Neville believes Manchester City are in need of a "full reset" after their 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, highlighting their decline this season and the need for a new title-winning team under Pep Guardiola. Despite their struggles, Guardiola remains optimistic about the club's future, emphasizing the young talent and potential for improvement. Roy Keane anticipates further changes in the squad this summer, with senior players possibly being moved on as City looks to bounce back...

Former US national team and MLS goalkeeper Tony Meola, 56, suffered a heart attack one day before his birthday, undergoing a procedure following the incident. Meola, who ran four miles days before the heart attack, emphasized the importance of regular check-ups. A veteran of three World Cups and MLS All-Star, Meola had a successful career with 101 national team appearances and 35 shutouts, as well as 62 clean sheets in 250 MLS starts. Full Article