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LatestLudek Miklosko, former West Ham goalkeeper, dies aged 64
Ludek Miklosko, the former West Ham goalkeeper renowned for his performances for the club and his role as a trailblazing player, has died at the age of 64. He made 374 appearances for the Hammers over eight years and was named Hammer of the Year.
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Fraud & Cybercrime · City of LondonPremier League's £10m frozen amid Sorare fraud probe
More than £10 million of Premier League funds remain frozen as the National Crime Agency and Luxembourg authorities investigate its former fantasy football partner, Sorare.com, for alleged criminal conduct. The Premier League continued to receive funds until June 2025.
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LatestLucas Bergvall signs new Tottenham contract until 2032
Lucas Bergvall has signed a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur, extending his stay at the club until 2032. The midfielder had previously indicated a desire to depart but has now reaffirmed his commitment.
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LatestChelsea 2016-17 title win questioned amid secret payments probe
A Premier League investigation into alleged secret payments totalling £47m by Chelsea to unregistered agents and third parties between 2011 and 2018 has led to questions about the club's 2016-17 title win. Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes his former club should be awarded the title.
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Pochettino says Spurs deserved 2017 title over Chelsea
Mauricio Pochettino has stated that Tottenham Hotspur should have been awarded the 2016-17 Premier League title. He believes Chelsea, who finished seven points ahead of Spurs that season, should have been stripped of the title due to historical breaches of competition rules.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 - Courts · Croydon
Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage expects Mateta and Sarr to stay
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage believes both Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr will remain at the club beyond the current transfer window. A tribunal confirmed Mateta is contracted, and Sarr has a long-term deal.
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Community Safety · EnfieldSadiq Khan pledges £1.5m for Enfield youth activities as social media ban looms
Sir Sadiq Khan has allocated £1.5 million to summer activities in Enfield, including football sessions, to divert young people from crime. The funding follows a UK government ban on under-16s using TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram from next year. The Mayor said the ban alone is not enough to tackle youth violence.
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