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Real Madrid is considering signing Bournemouth's young center-back Dean Huijsen for next season, with a €50 million buy-out clause in his contract. Madrid may accelerate their interest due to competition from other European giants and Huijsen's impressive performance for Spain. Additionally, Madrid is close to rewarding the performance of 22-year-old Raúl Asencio with a multi-season contract extension and pay rise after his solid contribution to the team. Full Article

Forward Trinity Rodman has been called up to the USWNT for the first time since the team's Olympic gold medal victory, joining the squad for upcoming games against Brazil. Coach Emma Hayes is also integrating less experienced players into the roster as part of the team's preparation for the 2027 World Cup. The team is evaluating goalkeepers to find a successor to retired starter Alyssa Naeher, with a focus on performance and competition during the...

Red Bull are replacing Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda after just two races of the Formula 1 season, with Lawson returning to Racing Bulls. Lawson struggled in the first two races, failing to score points and being outpaced by teammate Max Verstappen. Tsunoda, who was passed over for Sergio Perez's seat, will now be Verstappen's fifth teammate since 2018, as Red Bull makes a quick change after Lawson's disappointing start. Full Article

Your support helps The Independent to cover important stories such as reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, with a commitment to delivering unbiased reporting. Former Leicester City Women head coach Willie Kirk is struggling to find a new coaching role after being dismissed for a relationship with a player, leading to his ostracism from the game and a personal reflection on his actions. Despite acknowledging his mistake and seeking redemption, Kirk faces challenges in...

In a game against the Winnipeg Jets, Alex Ovechkin scored his 889th career goal, bringing him within six goals of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record. Despite the Washington Capitals losing in overtime, Ovechkin's performance showcased his remarkable season, where he has bounced back from a 16-game absence due to injury. With 36 goals this season, Ovechkin is on track to reach 40 goals for the 14th time, setting a new league record and drawing closer...

Iran secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup with Mehdi Taremi's two goals in a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan, marking their seventh appearance overall. Australia also took a step towards qualification with a 2-0 win over China, while South Korea drew 1-1 with Jordan to maintain their lead in their group. The top two teams in each group in Asia are guaranteed a spot in the tournament, with third and fourth place teams competing for...