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How the death of Jayden Adams shook a community: ‘Being on the pitch was his happy place’
Those who knew Jayden Adams, who died aged 25 not long after playing at the World Cup, describe a humble and hard-working man who cared about friends and family

Liverpool start Iraola era in style to beat Sunderland but Gomez injury deepens defensive worries
The new coach’s options were stretched as two teenagers formed a raw partnership in central defence as Liverpool beat Sunderland 4-2 in Nashville

Defoe’s shock Woking exit came after ‘growing concerns’, says club
Jermain Defoe’s departure from Woking came after ‘growing concerns’ at the club and the National League side’s football director claims the former Tottenham striker failed to turn up for training

Missing a major football tournament? Fear not, Wafcon 2026 is about to start
The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations starts in Morocco on Sunday, with Cape Verde and Egypt looking to continue feelgood factor from the men’s World Cup and Nigeria going for an 11th title

Premier League: club-by-club guide to transfer business so far – and what they still need
The English transfer record has been smashed, with Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers on the move during a busy summer of signings

Austin FC academy players under investigation by police and FBI for allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse
Multiple league, club, and law enforcement sources confirm ongoing inquiries into MLS club

Transfer news: Newcastle sign Monaco’s Bamba, Summerville joins Al-Hilal
Newcastle have made Aladji Bamba their fourth signing of the summer after the 20-year-old midfielder completed a move from Monaco

‘You need to evolve’: Enzo Maresca plots life after Pep at Manchester City
The Italian does not shy away from the task of following a legend in Pep Guardiola but his previous time at the club may help him

Feeling lost without the World Cup? Six ways to survive the weekend
What to watch on TV plus other ways to occupy your time now that the party is over