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Prestianni World Cup in doubt after ban extended globally

FIFA has extended Gianluca Prestianni’s six-game suspension for homophobic conduct to apply globally, putting his availability for the opening games of Argentina’s World Cup campaign in doubt. The Benfica winger was handed a six-game ban by UEFA following allegations he aimed a slur at Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior during their Champions League play-off round...

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Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest: Line-ups, preview and where to watch

Aston Villa have a point to prove after their recent dip in form.

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‘It was an isolated matter without importance’

Alvaro Carreras has dismissed reports questioning his attitude at Real Madrid – but did appear to confirm an altercation with team-mate Antonio Rudiger did take place. The left-back, who returned to the Santiago Bernabeu last summer for a fee of around €50 million from Benfica, has been at the centre of claims this week of disharmony...