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      Bayern Munich 1 Man City 2 LIVE RESULT: Laporte scores late on to give Guardiola’s side the win in Tokyo – reaction

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      MANCHESTER CITY continued their pre-season tour of Asia with a 2-1 win over Bayern Munich.Youngster James McAtte scored the opener for Pep Guardiola’s side before Mathys Tel equalised with 10 minutes to go.
      Aymeric Laporte tapped in late against the German giants to continue City’s unbeaten run in pre-season.

      Kick off time: 11:30am BST
      TV channel/ live stream: City+/ Recast
      Bayern team: Sommer, Upamecano, Pavard, Kimmich, Gnabry, Sane, Coman, Davies, Laimer, Mazraoui, Musiala
      Man City team: Ederson, Walker, Stones, Dias, Ake, Lewis, Kovacic, Bernardo, McAtte, Grealish, Alvarez

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      A knock for Nathan Ake?
      It looked as though there could be trouble for Manchester City after 20 minutes when Nathan Ake went down injured.
      He ended up having to be substituted, perhaps as a precaution, and was replaced by Manuel Akanji.
      We are yet to learn the extent of his injury, but hopefully he will be back and ready to play against Atletico next week.
      Nathan Ake was substituted after just 20 minutes due to injuryCredit: Reuters
      Up next…
      Manchester City’s next opponents are Atletico Madrid in Seoul.
      They have two wins from two in pre-season now, and will look to make it three from three when they face off against Joao Felix and co.
      New threads
      I think we need to take a moment to appreciate Manchester City’s new third kit.
      They wore it for the first time today, in their 2-1 win over Bayern Munich, and it looks absolutely stunning.
      The nameset on the back is in a Japanese-style typeface too, and looks sensational.
      Here are some stunning shots of the players rocking it…
      James McAtee in the new Manchester City third kitCredit: Getty
      The Man City kit features a Japanese style nameset just for pre-seasonCredit: AP
      Man of the match
      There were a number of good performers out there today, for both sides.
      Jamal Musiala was excellent in the first half, and caused no end of problems for Manchester City.
      As for the winners, Kyle Walker and Bernardo Silva were brilliant, but man of the match has to go to Rico Lewis.
      The natural defender was playing in a midfield role today, and played absolutely sensationally.
      He set up the first goal, and caused no end of problems going forward for the Bayern Munich defence.
      Rico Lewis was man of the match for us against Bayern MunichCredit: Reuters
      Manchester City 2-1 Bayern Munich
      FT. The referee blows the whistle for full time, and the game ends 2-1 in favour of Manchester City on this occasion.
      They are victorious, just as they were in the Champions League last season.
      That makes it two wins from two in pre-season for the Cityzens, as they look to set themselves up for another stellar campaign.
      Manchester City 2-1 Bayern Munich
      90. A further two minutes of added time at the end of the second half here.
      Manchester City 2-1 Bayern Munich
      87. Laporte gives City the lead again!
      A sly through pass from Maximo Perrone finds Phil Foden on the right hand side, he takes a shot that is saved well by Ulreich.
      This time the rebound falls in favour of Aymeric Laporte, who finishes with aplomb.
      Manchester City 1-1 Bayern Munich
      84. What a save by Ulreich!
      The ball comes in from a corner and Aymeric Laporte is the man who meets it with a header.
      It is sent towards the top corner, but a beautiful diving save by Ulreich denies City re-taking the lead.
      Manchester City 1-1 Bayern Munich
      82. Bayern level the scoring through Mathys Tel!
      The Germans get down the left side and the ball is crossed in, the first shot is blasted at Ederson, and the rebound falls at the feet of Mathys Tel who taps home.
      The 18-year-old is one of the hottest prospects in European football, and is showing us all why.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      79. City are keeping the ball in their own half here, and just making Bayern do all the hard work.
      All of a sudden they break through a long ball over the top towards Haaland, and they remind Bayern of just how dangerous they can be.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      77. City are controlling the game here.
      Every player is getting on the ball, Cancelo, Perrone, Foden and Gomez are all involved in this move that eventually breaks down.
      It would have been a hell of a goal if it came off.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      74. There hasn’t been too much goalmouth action for me to describe for you in the second half so far.
      Often in these pre-season friendlies we see this, where there are so many changes at half-time that the life is almost sucked out of the game.
      Each and every one of those players has to adapt to the pace of the game as quickly as possible.
      Superb defending by Leon Goretzka allows Bayern to escape the pressure of Oscar Bobb.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      71. Fine footwork by Oscar Bobb again to find Bernardo Silva on the right hand side of the pitch again.
      Every time those two combine, it looks as though there could be trouble for Bayern Munich.
      Ending his fine performance with a ball into Joao Cancelo, Bernardo Silva is replaced by Maximo Perrone for Man City.
      Ten substitutes are on the pitch for City now, and the only player left in from the start is Ederson.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      69. Oscar Bobb pulls the trigger from the edge of the box just before the second water break of the day.
      His shot is blazed over, but he is applauded by Bernardo Silva nonetheless, it looks like they have a great relationship.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      67. Erling Haaland hasn’t really had a sniff in the game just yet, with only really a half-chance to his name.
      Don’t be surprised to see him pop up on the score sheet before you know it.
      Erling Haaland is set for another big season with Manchester CityCredit: Reuters
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      65. Bayern are struggling to get out of their own final third here, and Bernardo Silva is continuing to cause problems whenever he combines with Oscar Bobb on the right-hand-side.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      62. Manchester City switch the ball to the left hand side with Joao Cancelo, and they are starting to look really comfortable in this second half.
      It looks like they are going to have too much strength for Bayern Munich from here on out…
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      58. So close for Manchester City!
      How is it still 1-0?
      Oscar Bobb does really well down the right hand side of the pitch to slot Bernardo Silva in.
      He crosses the ball low and hard into the middle of the box and causes chaos in the box as Rodri’s touch is cleared off the line.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      56. Brilliant work from Bernardo Silva who is battling down the right-hand-side with Sadio Mane.
      Mane eventually does tackle him and wins a throw.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      53. Really lovely intricate play by Erling Haaland and Oscar Bobb through the middle of the park.
      Haaland can’t quite get the better of the Bayern Munich centre back to set himself for a shot.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      51. Sadio Mane has caused Manchester City plenty of problems over the years, and is on the pitch for Bayern now, trying to get down the left hand side.
      He tries to play a through ball, but it goes to no one.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      49. Some big names are on the pitch for Manchester City now, including the likes of Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, Rodri, AYmeric Laporte and more.
      Also on the pitch is Oscar Bobb, keep an eye on him.
      Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      46. Wholesale changes at the break for both sides!There are nine changes for Manchester City, and eleven for Bayern Munich.
      Half-time | Manchester City 1-0 Bayern Munich
      You would actually say that Bayern Munich were probably the better side in the first half, but the scoreline doesn’t reflect that.
      Jamal Musiala looked really dangerous, as did Leroy Sane, but the star of the first half was definitely Rico Lewis for Manchester City.
      It was an end-to-end, action packed first half, and we will be bringing you the second half shortly!
      Rico Lewis was the standout performer in the first half for Manchester CityCredit: Reuters
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      Man Utd 1 Wrexham 3 LIVE SCORE: Paul Mullin injured as Red Devils face Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Red Dragons

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are now live battling Wrexham in a huge pre-season friendly in San Diego.Paul Mullin was injured in the first 20 minutes after colliding with United’s goalkeeper Nathan Bishop, forcing the forward out of the game.
      But minutes later, the Red Dragons hammered in their first of the night thanks to Elliott Lee. Soon after, Aaron Hayden doubled the Welsh side’s lead with a header.
      Just seconds before the half, United get one back.
      To start the second half, Daniel Gore picked up a red card for the Red Devils. Following the sending-off, Wrexham tapped in their third of the night off Sam Dalby’s boot.
      It has been a memorable tour of the States for Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s newly-promoted Wrexham, with matches against Chelsea and LA Galaxy.

      Kick-off: 3.30am BST/ 10.30pm ET
      TV channel/ live stream: MUTV (all)/ ESPN+ (US)
      Man Utd XI: Bishop, Evans, Fernandez, Gore, Hannibal, Shoretire, Fish, Hugill, Jurado, Hansen-Aaroen, Collyer.
      Wrexham XI: Foster, Hayden, Tozer, Cleworth, Forde, O’Connor, McAlinden, Lee, McFadzean, Palmer, Mullin.

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      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 3
      68. Sam Dalby taps in the beautiful ball from Jacob Mendy for the Welsh side’s third of the night.
      It’s all Wrexham tonight.
      A THIRD! WREXHAM!!!!!
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      62. There’s been a few sloppy passes from both teams, especially the back side of Wrexham.
      United are trying for an equalizer but can’t do much besides throw in a few crosses.
      Now less than a half hour left in this one.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      58. Wrexham has controlled play after receiving the man advantage.
      They’ve whipped a few crosses into the box but nothing dangerous has come of it.
      It’s going to be difficult for United to find an equalizer a man down.
      Just over a half hour left to play.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      53. It’s been hard for United to build possession since the sending-off.
      Wrexham has received boos after some patient play in their own back third.
      It’s Wrexham’s game to lose at this point.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      47. Daniel Gore has been called for a red card after a poor challenge.
      United will be a man down the last 50 minutes.
      Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      46. The second half has kicked off!
      Manchester United has 45 minutes to equalize or take the lead.
      Pics from the first half
      Here are some pictures from the first half of play.
      Mullin’s injury is a devastating blow for WrexhamCredit: Getty
      Aaron Hayden scored the Red Dragons’ second of the nightCredit: AFP
      Manchester United got one back just seconds before halfCredit: Getty
      Halftime: Manchester United 1 Wrexham 2
      United get one back just seconds before the half.
      The big story though, surrounds Wrexham and Mullin’s injury.
      It’s still unknown the severity of the injury or how long it could keep the star forward out.
      Wrexham looked like the better side that half, netting two goals through the first 45 minutes.
      Still a whole half left to play!
      GOAL!!!! UNITED!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      45. There’s been five minutes of added time.
      It’s been a fabulous 45 minutes for Wrexham to start.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      41. It was announced that Mullin was taken to a local hospital.
      Mullin was down for over five minutes before walking under his own power.
      Let’s hope the star forward has avoided serious injury for Wrexham.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 2
      36. Wrexham won a long throw, and Aaron Hayden found himself on the receiving end.
      After the ball bounced off a first player, Hayden leaped up and headed the Red Dragons’ second of the game into the back of the net.
      What a start for Wrexham!
      WREXHAM AGAIN!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 1
      34. United are on the prowl for the equalizer.
      They’ve threatened Wrexham but failed to put a menacing shot on target.
      Just over 10 minutes until the first-half whistle.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 1
      29. Elliott Lee puts away the first for Wrexham!
      It was some great buildup play on the right side of the pitch, which allowed for the cross to Lee.
      Way to go Wrexham.
      GOALLLLL!!!! WREXHAM!!!!!!
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      22. Mullin was subbed off for Billy Waters.
      Wrexham had their first scoring chance of the night, putting a powerful shot on net.
      The Welsh side has looked better the last few possessions.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      17. Mullin is up and walking.
      Hopefully he’s avoided a major injury.
      Unlucky for the forward.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      14. Mullin is still down.
      The cart has come out and is on the field.
      The star forward is surrounded by the medical staff.
      The announcers believed it should’ve been a red card.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      11. Wrexham has a free kick on the edge of the United box.
      Mullin got an over-the-top ball but was smacked by United’s goalkeeper, Bishop.
      Mullin is still down on the ground.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      9. It’s been a great start for the English side.
      United has just won a free kick outside the Red Dragons’ box.
      It’s been all United so far.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      4. United has maintained possession early.
      They haven’t been able to crack the Welsh back line but have gotten inside the box.
      Nice start from the United youngsters.
      Manchester United 0 Wrexham 0
      2. Manchester United are in stripes.
      Wrexham are wearing reds.
      The Welsh side had a quick fast break but it was sniffed out by the United defense.
      Quiet start early.
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      Naoya Inoue vs Stephen Fulton LIVE RESULTS: Main event NEXT, start time, stream for huge world title bout – updates

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      NAOYA INOUE is looking to become a four-weight world champion as he takes on Stephen Fulton in a huge Tokyo clash.Regarded as one of the best boxers in the world, Inoue is undefeated and boasts and impressive knockout ratio.
      Fulton, however, is no slouch himself and holds the WBC and WBO belts at super-bantamweight, which Inoue will experience for the first time.

      UK ring-walks time: 1pm BST (approx)
      TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event
      Live stream: NOW

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      RAM ROD
      Ramirez was cold and calculated until the perfect opening presented itself.
      The moment he saw an opening he pounced and pummelled Shimizu to the floor with a range of power punches.
      Shimizu climbed off the Koto-Ku canvas but his nose was leaking blood and Ramirez smelled it.
      Another attack unravelled Shimizu and the ref saved him.
      RAMIREZ VS SHIMIZU R4
      Ramirez is catching every punch Shimizu throws on his tight mint-green glove guard.
      The little Cuban master is always fighting on the inside to nullify Shimizu’s height and reach.
      Ramirez unloads with Shimizu pinned on the ropes and drives blows into his guard and body.
      The gangly challenger survives the assault and lasts another session.
      RAMIREZ VS SHIMIZU R3
      Ramirez dips and feints and grins when Shimizu falls for his trickery.
      A right hook from the Cuban lands but Shimizu is tough than his lean body looks.
      Southpaw Ramirez scythes in a couple of left hooks but Shimizu’s high guard catches them.
      Ramirez scores with an uppercut and a right hook to end the stanza.
      RAMIREZ VS SHIMIZU R2
      Three straight Ramirez shots pepper the Shimizu guard then the bent shocks drive the Japan Olympian backwards.
      Shimizu’s jabs don’t have any malice and Ramirez wants him to throw to allow openings for him to exploit.
      Shimizu accidentally lands a low blow and apologises with a touch of the gloves.
      Ramirez ends the round with right hooks to head and body.
      RAMIREZ VS SHIMIZU R1
      Shimizu is taller and longer but looks frail already.
      Ramirez is tipped for greatness in the pro ranks so needs to look tasty here.
      Ramirez whips in a right to the ribs and then tries an uppercut but they are testing the water more than splashing it.
      Shimizu does not look like a power puncher, despite 10 KOs on his record.
      RAMIREZ VS SHIMIZU R1
      Veteran Shimizu is up against it here, despite being the home fighter.
      The Japan southpaw is 37 but has only had 11 pro wins and one loss.
      Ramirez was rocked in his very first pro fight, suffering a shock loss.
      But he is an amateur legend and now has the WBO featherweight world title around his narrow waist.
      DON’T DONAIRE MISS IT
      The ruthless and brilliant Naoya Inoue performance in the rematch win over the icon Nonito Donaire was just replayed in Japan.
      In less than two rounds Inoue slashed and smacked the the same man who had taken him 12 hard rounds three years earlier.
      If there were any doubts around Inoue before then, they were viciously erased last June when he battered the brilliant Filipino Flash.
      CAST OF THOUSANDS
      But Japan’s three-weight legend hit back with a solid defence and a crisp counter.
      He said: “Japan has its own local rules. Even in the U.S. there are local rules in each state, and the wrapping methods are different.
      “Our fight will be held in Japan on the 25th, so of course I will follow the Japanese rules.
      “Don’t suck it up. Just fight.”
      NO GLOVE LOST
      Fulton’s trainer Wahid Rahim claimed Inoue was cheating with his hand wrapping.
      He said: “In previous fights, Inoue and his team have wrapped his hands with an excessive amount of tape, and then applied more tape to the gauze, which creates a cast.
      “We can wrap our hands in the same fashion but then where is the level of safety for our fighters?”
      WRAP ROW
      Stephen Fulton’s trainer accused Team Inoue of illegal hand wrapping in the build-up.
      Right now Inoue is getting his sledgehammer hands wrapped with tape and gauze and a Team Fulton member is in the dressing room watching and filming the procedure.
      There does not appear to be any issues with the way the THREE WEIGHT world champ is having his tools wrapped right now.
      CUBAN FLASH
      Robeisy Ramirez defends his WBO feather crown against Shatoshi Shimizu next up.
      The Cuba sensation is an Olympic legend with two gold medals.
      But he lost his first pro fight with a split decision over just four rounds.
      The recovery was rapid, though, and he won his first world title in his last bout against tough Isaac Dogboe.
      SAKAMA SLAMMER
      Horikawa suffered a right straught and then a hook, he lost his gumshield and his footing.
      The wise and caring referee dived in and only then did Sakama hit the deck out of exhaustion.
      Horikawa stayed on the floor to recover but is now up and embracing Sakama.
      Both boys impressed and Sakama moves on toward a light-fly world title crack.
      SAKAMA WINS R8 TKO
      Sakama lands another meaty heat shot and Horikawa goes down but the ref rules it a slip.
      Horikawa starts shipping blows and is chased around tghe ring.
      Sakama lands too many shots as Horikawa tries to hold.
      The ref jumps in and saves Horikawa with just 10 seconds left.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R8
      Horikawa is throwing it all at the final minutes and Sakama needs to hang on.
      Sakama throws four straight shots that will impress the judges and then hits the body again.
      Sakama lands a flush left hook to the face and then chases Horikawa around the ring hurling more.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R8
      The final round in a close and thrilling fight.
      These brave and dangerous fellas are just 108lbs – not even 8st.
      Horikawa is bleeding from his nose but leaps back into the action.
      Horikawa makes a great start with a long right hand that rocks Sakama’s head back.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R6
      Excellent 108lbs action in the centre of the ring as these two Japanese fighters meet in the middle and thrash it out.
      A well made 50-50 fight here with Sakama just starting to show his schooling and class.
      Horikawa never stops slashing away and lands a left to the body.
      This looks destined for the full eight rounds.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R5
      Horikawa gets a warning from the left over a low blow but Sakama isn’t hurt and the action resumes.
      Superb left-hook-left-uppercut combo from Sakawa, elite stuff.
      Sakama backs his prey into a corner and drives a right to his gut but Horikawa is a tough cookie.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R4
      Sakama lands a left hook to the body but Horikawa doesn’t even flinch.
      The red-gloved KO artist aims a right to the ribs too and that scores with the judges.
      A clever close-range right hook from Sakama lands but Horikawa always replies with a dig of his own.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R3
      Sakama starts to show his power and precision.
      Horikawa is vulnerable when pinned on the ropes.
      Sakama’s lead left hook to the head is a honey punch but he targets the body well too.
      Sakama switches stance to southpaw just before the bell as he aims to cut the ring down.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R2
      Both of these Japanese light-flys are technically sound and tough.
      Horikawa looks far better than his record suggests, maybe his two draws were harsh.
      But a good stiff jab from Sakawa lands like a backhand and rocks his opponent’s head back again.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R1
      Lots of clever faints and footwork movements early on.
      Stiff jabs from both pocket rockets.
      Horikawa gets his head rocked back by a Sakama jab.
      Sakama starts to target the body and lands with a right to the ribs.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R1
      Favourite backers will lump on undefeated 7-0 Sakama who is dangerous with 6 KOs.
      Underdog Horikawa is 3-1-2 and will do well to hear the final bell.
      Sakama lands a loud right hand to start but Horikawa jabs back sharply.
      MONSTER MORNING
      A monster morning of boxing on the breakfast menu.
      How man Cool Boys will be sneaking out of work to watch the match up.
      Naoya ‘The Monster’ Inoue vs Stephen ‘Cool Boy’ Fulton is the mouthwatering main event.
      But first we have a handful of undercard crackers coming live from Japan.
      Let’s eat.
      SAKAMA VS HORIKAWA – R7
      Peach of a long uppercut from Sakama but Horikawa was on a roll seconds before.
      Horikawa seems to be upping the ante in the final two rounds, knowing he needs something special.
      Sakama’s defence is impressive but Horikawa breaches it with a right hand to the cheek.
      Sakama lands another right hand to the face but Horikawa is a live dog in this fight and eats the abuse before firing back.
      RAMIREZ WINS TKO R5
      A vicious and precise attack drops Shimizu.
      The brave challenger beats the count but is bleeding from the nose and struggling.
      Another volley is thrown and the ref dives in to save the battered Japan man.
      Classy from Ramirez.
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      F1 Hungarian Grand Prix LIVE RESULTS: Max Verstappen claims SEVENTH straight win as Lewis Hamilton finishes fourth

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has won the Hungarian Grand Prix and claimed his SEVENTH straight triumph.The Dutchman is on course to beat Sebastian Vettel’s record of nine consecutive GP wins.
      Lewis Hamilton started on pole but failed to claim a podium finish in Hungary.
      Brit Lando Norris came runner-up, while Verstappen’s Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez came third.

      Start time: 2pm BST
      Stream/TV: Sky Sports F1

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      ‘It’s bwoken’
      Oh Lando whatever next…
      Verstappen is a good sport about his trophy being broken, sharing a laugh with Norris on the podium after realising what happened.
      It seems Norris may need to be a little more careful with his podium ritual in the future.
      Credit: Getty
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      Ocon has broken his silence after heading to the medical centre following his early retirement from the race.
      Taking to Twitter, the 2021 race winner said: “Unlucky. Frustrating. Big impact on the crash but glad we are both ok.
      “We regroup and come back next week.”
      The Alpine driver was forced to retire after his seat cracked IN TWO as a result of the impact of the crash with Zhou.

      Ricciardo solid on return
      Ricciardo went largely under the radar in Hungary but claimed a P13 finish on his return.
      It also saw him beat team-mate Tsunoda by two spots.
      Verstappen trophy falls into pieces
      Verstappen may have won the race but it seems he will need a replacement trophy after his broke into pieces.
      Fan footage appeared to show Norris smashing his champagne bottle onto the top step of the podium, causing Verstappen’s trophy to fall off and smash into multiple pieces.
      Credit: Reuters
      Verstappen on his race
      Yeah, we had finally a really good start. Very happy with that we’ve been working on it a bit. then I knew of course when I had the inside that corner was mine [vs Hamilton]. It was just late on the brakes, heavy car, luckily it all worked out well and basically from there I could do my race and today the car was really, really quick.
      I think over one lap this weekend it was a bit of a struggle but maybe it was probably a good thing for today. We could look after the tyre wear and that’s why we could create such a gap.
      For the team, 12 wins in a row is just incredible. Hopefully we can keep this momentum going for a long time. It’s always good to look into yesterday for example to keep pushing and always wanting to do better.Max VerstappenFormula One
      Championship standings
      Following the race in Hungary, Verstappen now leads the drivers standings by 110 points.
      Perez remains second, while Hamilton is closing in on Alonso, with their gap now just six points.
      Red Bull’s 12th consecutive win also extends their advantage over second place Mercedes to 229.
      Credit: Reuters
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      Check out SunSport’s race report from Hungary.
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      ‘Stop here please’
      With Verstappen claiming a seventh win in a row, Rosberg – who also has seven wins in a row – jokingly asked the Red Bull driver to “stop here please”.
      ‘Unless Max retires’
      Speaking to Nico Rosberg after the race, Norris joked he won’t get his maiden race win until after Verstappen retires.
      It comes with the McLaren pilot earning back-to-back podiums for the first time in his career.
      Perez claims driver of the day
      Perez has been voted the driver of the day after his drive from P9 to P3.
      Credit: https://twitter.com/F1/status/1683126686869536770
      Crushing win for Red Bull
      The upgrade the Bulls brought today paid dividends as Verstappen won by a staggering 32 seconds.
      Red Bull maintain their 100 per cent record this season.
      TOP 10
      Norris held off Perez for P2 while Hamilton needed at least one more lap to catch the Red Bull.
      Piastri comes home in P5, with Russell P6 after Leclerc’s penalty is applied.
      Leclerc and Sainz grab P7 and P8, while Alonso takes P9 with Lance Stroll in P10.
      VERSTAPPEN WINS IN HUNGARY
      It’s a seventh consecutive win for Max Verstappen as Red Bull take a record 12th win in a row as well.
      Sargeant late spin
      Lap 69/70
      Williams Logan Sargeant has had a late spin before retiring from the race.
      But it won’t impact the race a whole lot.
      Hamilton cuts lead by over half second
      Lap 68/70
      Hamilton has now cut the lead to under two seconds.
      Meanwhile, Russell is within the five-second penalty time of Leclerc to effectively give him P6.
      Hammer time
      Lap 66/70
      The Mercedes is coming alive in the closing stages and Hamilton is closing in on Perez.
      The gap now stands at 3.2 seconds. Could we be on for the another Verstappen-Norris-Hamilton podium?
      Russell into P7
      Lap 65/70
      Russell is now up to P7 and is 5.5 seconds behind Leclerc who has a five-second penalty.
      He may yet gain a P6 by the end of the race.
      Russell into P7
      Lap 65/70
      Russell is now up to P7 and is 5.5 seconds behind Leclerc who has a five-second penalty.
      He may yet gain a P6 by the end of the race.
      Five to go
      Lap 64/70
      Into the final five laps now.
      Perez is closing in on Norris for P2, while Russell is not battling Sainz for P7.
      And that comes after Russell enquired about pitting.
      Norris verbals on back markers.
      Lap 61/70
      After coming up to the back markers Norris had another outburst.
      Norris fumed: “**** they have to get out of the way! So many blue flags.They’re not even racing for anything.”
      Now more than 20 seconds behind Verstappen.
      Final 10
      Lap 60/70
      The final 10 laps are underway in Hungary.
      It’s been a routine race for Verstappen, while Perez is on course to make a Red Bull 1-2 unless Norris can miraculously hold him off.
      Top five

      Verstappen
      Norris
      Perez
      Hamilton
      Piastri

      Hamilton into P4
      Lap 57/70
      Hamilton is now up to P4 after overtaking Piastri down the inside of Turn 1.
      Norris agitated on radio
      Lap 56/70
      With Norris under threat at losing P2, Norris’s race engineer caught some flak as he asked the Brit to pick up the pace.
      Norris snaps back by telling his engineer he’s pushing.
      It’s been a frustrating day for McLaren overall with their pace not enough to match the dominant Red Bull.
      Credit: AFP
      Closing stages
      Lap 55/70
      We’re into the final 15 laps in Hungary.
      Perez is catching Norris for P2 with Verstappen pulling away all the time.
      Hamilton remains P5 and is closing in on Piastri in P4.
      Verstappen pits for a second time
      Lap 52/70
      Verstappen is back in the pits for his second stop.
      But he has such a huge advantage only a catastrophic stop would cause an issue.
      Luckily for him that hasn’t happened and he remains 12 seconds ahead of Norris.
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      Misfits Boxing 008: Latest updates from Nashville card with huge tag-team main event – stream, TV

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      MISFITS BOXING is back in America for a third time TONIGHT – with an epic new tag-team fight on the card.The main event of the night will see a new four-person bout named ‘Survivor Tag’ debut.
      YouTubers BDave, Nichlmao and Ryan Johnston, as well as rapper Swarmz, are the fighters involved in the new concept.
      Anthony Taylor will square off with Paul Bamba in a highly anticipated bout.

      Prelims start time: 12am BST/ 7pm ET
      Main card start time: 1am BST/ 8pm ET
      TV channel/ live stream: DAZN

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      Survivor tag?
      Right then, what is this main event we have?
      Misfits have tried their best to explain it and I’ll try and break it down (… before ultimately sending you to the Misfits website for more info).
      The main thing to note is it’s not a tag team match, it’s every man for himself, so ignore the name.
      Two fighters are in the ring at any one time with the first two fighters decided by a social media fan vote.
      Fighters can tag in and out of the match and refusal to accept a tag will result in elimination.
      A knockdown is also an immediate elimiation.
      The winner is the last man standing after four rounds, unless there’s more than one left standing in which case it goes to points.
      Is that as clear as mud? Here’s how Misfits explain it:
      Full card
      Here’s the full fight card for tonight with the survivor tag top of the bill.

      NichLmao v Swarmz v BDave v Ryan Johnston
      Anthony Taylor v Paul Bamba
      Alan Belcher v Hasim Rahman Jr
      Deen The Great and Ree Mo vs OJ Rose and Kimbo Slice Junior
      Brandon Herrera v Ac7ionMan
      Unbaer v Corn
      Alex Stein v Mo Deen
      The Magic Crasher v Jack Grady

      How to watch
      DAZN’s broadcast of the main card begins at 8pm ET (1am UK) with the countdown show getting underway at 7pm (midnight).
      The Misfits 008 card is not on pay-per-view and available on a regular DAZN subscription – which costs $19.99 a month on a 12-month plan, or $24.99 a month on a flexible plan.
      In the UK, it’s £9.99 a month on a 12-month plan or £19.99 a month for the flexible option.
      Fight night
      Goooood evening fight fans. Welcome along to our live coverage from the latest Misfits boxing event.
      The influencer boxing roadshow rolls into Nashville, Tennessee tonight with something that nobody has ever head of.
      Tonight’s main event will be a survivor tag clash between four men – something I’m sure will take a bit of working out on the go.
      The way I can best describe it like an Elimination Chamber in WWE but with four fighters and no actual chambers… more on that later.
      Also on the bill is Anthony Taylor – fresh from a shock win over Salt Papi last time out.
      And there are some star names too with Kimbo Slice Jr and Hasim Rahman Jr in action.
      Nobody ever knows quite what to expect on these influencer boxing night. Tonight definitely fits into that category.
      Stay right there and I’ll try and break it all down for you.
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      Chelsea 4 Brighton 3 LIVE RESULT: Seagulls strike first but Christopher Nkunku and crew lift Blues for Summer Series win

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      CHELSEA edged Premier League rivals Brighton in the first game of the Summer Series.New signing Christopher Nkunku scored another goal for Chelsea after putting one past Wrexham on Wednesday. For Brighton in the first half, Danny Welbeck slotted home the opener after a perfectly executed set piece from the Seagulls.
      In the final 45 minutes, it all broke open after Seagull’s defender Jan Paul van Hecke picked up his second yellow card, resulting in a sending-off.
      Substitute Mykhailo Mudryk powered home a second for Chelsea with a thunderous outside-the-box shot to take the lead. Shortly after, Conor Gallagher tapped in Chelsea’s third of the night to extend the advantage. Nicolas Jackson would put on the finishing touches, scoring a fourth.
      But Brighton weren’t ready to give up. After going down 4-1, they clawed back to bring the deficit down to one. It was a fantastic effort that fell just short for the Seagulls.
      Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino picked up their second win of the preseason.

      Final result: Chelsea 4 Brighton 3
      UK TV channel/ live stream: Sky Sports Main Event/ NOW app
      US TV channel/ live stream: Peacock
      Chelsea team: Arrizabalaga, Gusto, Silva, Colwill, Chilwell, Santos, Gallagher, Sterling, Chukwuemka, Maatsen, Nkunku.
      Brighton team: Steele, Gross, Van Hecke, Webster, March, Gilmour, Dahoud, Hinshelwood, Lallana, Mitoma, Welbeck.

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      Who does Chelsea play next?
      Chelsea next plays Newcastle in the Premier League Summer Series.
      The two will meet this Wednesday, July 26.
      The game is scheduled to kick off at 8.15pm ET.
      Chelsea fans react
      Chelsea fans reacted to their Summer Series win on Twitter.
      One fan said: “We are back.”
      A second tweeted: “Sell Sterling asap.”
      And a third asked: “Who say Chelsea can’t score goals?”
      A fan in attendance said: “What an unreal night.”
      It’s been a great start to the preseason for The Blues.

      Goals in bunches
      Through Mauricio Pochettino’s first two games as Chelsea manager, they’ve scored nine goals.
      They scored five against Wrexham on Wednesday and four against Brighton today.
      Last season, Brighton finished sixth in the Premier League.
      It’s been a great start to Pochettino’s Chelsea career.
      Pictures from Philly
      Here are some pictures of Chelsea and Brighton live from Philadelphia.
      Thiago Silva played just one half for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      The two teams combined for five goals in the second halfCredit: AP
      Raheem Sterling is one of Chelsea’s most talented playersCredit: Getty
      Final score: Chelsea 4 Brighton 3
      Seven goals in game one of the Summer Series!
      It was an exciting affair in the City of Brotherly Love.
      Both sides went into the half even, but Chelsea broke the game open in the second half, especially after van Hecke’s red card.
      Mauricio Pochettino is now 2-0 in the preseason for The Blues.
      Chelsea 4 Brighton 3
      90+. Brighton will need to make one last push.
      There’s less than two minutes left of play.
      Chelsea 4 Brighton 3
      89. Brighton are now just one back!
      There will be over six minutes of added time, so there’s a chance for an equalizer!
      Strap in for the final few minutes.
      BRIGHTON AGAIN!!!
      Chelsea 4 Brighton 2
      85. Chelsea are just five minutes away from their second preseason victory.
      It’s been a great start so far to Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure.
      Chelsea 4 Brighton 2
      78. Brighton’s João Pedro puts in the penalty for their second of the night.
      Pedro put it perfectly in the right corner.
      Unstoppable penalty.
      PENALTY FOR BRIGHTON!
      Chelsea 4 Brighton 1
      75. Nicolas Jackson makes a brilliant run to split the Brighton defense and he does the rest, putting it past the keeper.
      Jackson was one-on-one and knew exactly what to do with it.
      It’s been a great second-half showing from The Blues.
      AND AGAIN!!! CHELSEA!!!!
      Chelsea 3 Brighton 1
      72. The man advantage is certainly taking its toll.
      After the ball bounced around in the box, it found its way to Gallagher, who put it in the back of the net for the team’s third of the night.
      Chelsea are cruising now.
      ANOTHER FOR THE BLUES!!!
      Chelsea 2 Brighton 1
      68. Another water break for both sides.
      Just over 20 minutes left to play in Philadelphia.
      Chelsea 2 Brighton 1
      65. Mykhailo Mudryk checked in just minutes ago but makes an immediate impact.
      Mudryk brought the ball forward, received a pass, and blasted the ball in from outside the box.
      Wonderful strike from the substitute to put Chelsea on top.
      GOALLLL!!! CHELSEA!!!!!
      Chelsea 1 Brighton 1
      60. Brighton defender Van Hecke slid in late for a challenge, resulting in his second yellow card.
      The Seagulls will play with 10 men the rest of the way.
      RED CARD!!!!
      Chelsea 1 Brighton 1
      56. Brighton put a menacing ball across the box but skied it over the bar.
      Chelsea responded instantly by driving the ball into Brighton territory.
      The crowd is still loving the play from Chelsea.
      Chelsea 1 Brighton 1
      53. Brighton has subbed off goal-scorer Danny Welbeck.
      Both sides are putting their youth to the test.
      There should be plenty of fresh, young legs on the pitch.
      Chelsea 1 Brighton 1
      47. The birthday boy has subbed on.
      It’s Marc Cucurella coming in for The Blues.
      Cucurella will look to make a good impression on the Philadelphia fans.
      Chelsea 1 Brighton 1
      46. The second half is about to start in Philadelphia!
      Both teams are making substitutions.
      We’ll get 45 more minutes of action between the top Premier League sides.
      It’s been a treat so far for fans in Philly.
      Live from the Linc
      Here are some pictures from the first half play.
      It’s been a tightly contested first half in PhiladelphiaCredit: Getty
      Both sides entered the break tied at one a pieceCredit: Getty
      Ben Chilwell has been one of the better players for Chelsea in the first halfCredit: Getty
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      England 1 Haiti 0 LIVE RESULT – Women’s World Cup 2023: Stanway’s retaken penalty fires Lionesses to nailbiting win

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      ENGLAND begin their Women’s World Cup adventure with a Group D win against a stubborn Haiti side. Batcheba Louis was penalised for handball in the box after a VAR review.
      And at the second time of asking, Stanway stuck her penalty in the back of the net to earn the Lionesses all three points.

      RESULT: England 1-0 Haiti
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      TV channel: ITV 1
      England XI: Earps; Bronze, Bright, Carter, Greenwood; Walsh, Stanway, Toone; Hemp, Kelly, Russo
      Haiti XI: Theus; Louis, Joseph, Limage, Petit; Pierre Louis, Jeudy, Dumornay; Mondesir, Borgella, Louis
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      England claim all three points from their opening World Cup clash against a talented Haiti squad.
      The Lionesses now have six days to prepare for their next match against Denmark in Sydney.
      But until then, thanks for reading!
      Georgia Stanway reacts
      After the match, England goalscorer Stanway told BBC Sport: “You know what, they challenged us.
      “They were very dangerous on the counter-attack, so that’s something we’ll work on in training this week.
      “Mary came up with a big save and everybody played their part. Moments like that are why she’s a top keeper. The most important thing is that we’ve got three points.
      “The first penalty was a very, very good save, so credit for that but obviously she was off her line.
      “I was tempted to change sides, but you’ve got to be confident in your strategy. There’s a process I go through and I stuck to that.
      “We’ve been in camp for five or six weeks now, so it’s nice to get the first game out of the way.”
      Credit: Getty
      Full Time – England 1-0 Haiti
      They may not have won, but Haiti can take a lot from that performance.
      The Grenadiers caused England numerous problems, especially in defence and 19-year-old Melchie Dumornay ran the show in midfield.
      A great performance from a team making their World Cup debut.
      Credit: PA
      Full Time – England 1-0 Haiti
      The Lionesses take all three points from their opening group stage game…
      Just about!
      Credit: AP
      90+3. England 1-0 Haiti
      We’re into the four minutes of added time and Haiti are making another change.
      D.Joseph is on to replace Louis.
      88. England 1-0 Haiti
      Another chance missed by the Lionesses.
      The ball is drilled into the penalty area and brought down by Stanway, who sets it back to Toone.
      Toone gives it back to the Bayern Munich star, who looks to shoot, but her effort flies way wide.
      82. England 1-0 Haiti
      Wow. What a chance for Haiti!
      Eloissaint receives the ball on the edge of the box before walking straight through defensive duo Bright and Carter and attempting a shot into the bottom-right corner.
      But luckily for the Lionesses, Earps makes an outstanding save to keep the clean sheet!
      Credit: Getty
      80. England 1-0 Haiti
      Haiti have made another change.
      Borgella has been replaced by Eloissaint.
      77. England 1-0 Haiti
      James has been a breath of fresh air for England since coming on.
      Her skill and ability to unlock the Haiti defence with some clever passes has helped the Lionesses to create some more effective chances.
      Credit: Getty
      76. England 1-0 Haiti
      Another change for England.
      Daly is on to replace Russo.
      74. England 1-0 Haiti
      England come close again as Walsh finds Greenwood on the left, who crosses the ball to Russo at the back post, but Theus comes off her line to claim it.
      70. England 1-0 Haiti
      James finds Kelly with a fantastic pass out towards the right.
      The Man City star takes the ball and cuts into the box before attempting to shoot while on the turn, but her effort runs past the post.
      64. England 1-0 Haiti
      Stanway finds the ball on the right before crossing it into the box.
      Russo heads it towards goal, but her looping effort is tipped over the bar by Theus.
      A corner is then sent into the box, Bronze heads the ball down but it bounces out to Bright 15 yards away from goal, who fires her shot over the bar and into the back of the stands.
      62. England 1-0 Haiti
      The Lionesses make their first change of the match.
      Hemp is replaced by James.
      Credit: Reuters
      60. England 1-0 Haiti
      England look to press forward again as Greenwood starts with the ball in defence.
      She attempts to switch it to Kelly on the left, but she puts too much on the pass and the ball goes out for a throw-in.
      58. England 1-0 Haiti
      Louis loses the ball to Russo in the box, who shoots from around 12 yards out, but her effort is saved.
      The striker then gets another chance on goal just a few seconds later, but Theus makes another impressive stop.
      56. England 1-0 Haiti
      Another poor pass from Bright falls straight to Mondesir in midfield.
      The Haiti captain takes a touch before unleashing a wild shot which flies way over the goal and into the middle of the stands.
      51. England 1-0 Haiti
      Hemp is booked for a challenge on Mondesir, who goes to ground with what looks to be an ankle injury.
      After some treatment from the physios, she looks to play on.
      50. England 1-0 Haiti
      Huge chance for Haiti!
      Dumornay unleashes a powerful strike from the edge of the box, forcing Earps into tricky save.
      The goalkeeper parries the ball away and England can eventually clear the danger.
      46. England 1-0 Haiti
      Kelly, who has moved onto the left, picks up the ball on the wing and skips past her defender before squaring it towards the penalty spot, but her pass is intercepted and cleared.
      A good start for England after the break.
      Kick Off – England 1-0 Haiti
      We’re back underway.
      No changes have been made.
      Half Time – England 1-0 Haiti
      Wiegman could make some changes at the break.
      England have been sloppy in possession of the ball in midfield at times, so Lauren James could be introduced to replace Ella Toone as a way of improving the transition from midfield to attack.
      Alessia Russo, who has missed a fair few chances so far, could also be replaced by Rachel Daly.
      Half Time – England 1-0 Haiti
      England may have the advantage, but they will be disappointed with that first-half performance.
      The Lionesses have been far from their best, with some sloppy mistakes causing problems in the defensive third.
      Credit: EPA
      45+9. England 1-0 Haiti
      Stanway is booked for a challenge on Dumornay in midfield.
      45+6. England 1-0 Haiti
      Another chance missed for Haiti as Dumornay drives down the right before sending a cross to Borgella, but the striker’s header is off-target.
      Credit: AP
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      Inter Miami 2-1 Cruz Azul LIVE reaction: Lionel Messi scores dramatic late free-kick in stunning debut

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      LIONEL Messi scored a last-gasp free-kick on his Inter Miami debut to snatch a dramatic win.The Argentine great curled in a left-footed effort into the top corner to seal a 2-1 victory.
      He climbed off the bench to make his debut in the second half of the Leagues Cup clash against Cruz Azul.
      And, once again, he had the final say as has been the case so often in his career.

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      Messi reacts
      Lionel Messi was ecstatic after his game-winning goal.
      Messi equalized in the dying minutes of the gameCredit: Reuters
      It was a dream start for the Argentine starCredit: Reuters
      Miami went mad after Messi’s game-winnerCredit: Reuters
      Who does Inter Miami play next?
      Inter Miami will play Atlanta United in its next game.
      Atlanta United are in seventh in the MLS standings, with 35 points.
      Inter Miami are last in the standings, with only 18 points in 22 games played.
      When does Inter Miami play next?
      Inter Miami will next play on Tuesday, July 25.
      It will be their second game in the League’s Cup.
      The team will look to continue its winning ways after defeating Cruz Azul tonight.
      In case you missed it…
      Just in case you missed it, here’s Lionel Messi’s first goal for Inter Miami.

      Messi magic, once again.
      Messi scores game-winner in debut
      Lionel Messi scored the game-winner in his first match with Inter Miami.
      Messi checked in just minutes into the second half and made an instant impact, along with former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets.
      Busquets and Messi continuously carved up Cruz Azul’s defense on the pitch.
      In the last minute, Miami received a free-kick in his range and did the rest.
      Game. Set. Match.
      What a start for the Inter Miami Messi era.
      Messi speaks
      After the game, Messi spoke to the press.
      Messi said: “We wanted to start with a win for the people who were there. It was important to get a winning start.
      “I just had one last chance to try and score and luckily it went in.”
      Messi also dedicated the win to Ian Fray who went off injured.
      A lovely touch from the great man.
      Messi taking it in
      Messi is now soaking up the applause of his new, adoring public.
      That winner is going to be played again, and again, and again.
      Miami win
      The crowd are going nuts here – Messi delivered, big time.
      There’s even someone wearing a fake goat head holding up a Messi sign, It’s one of those nights.
      Final score: Inter Miami 2 Cruz Azul 1
      And that’s it.
      Lionel Messi – who else – with a superb, last-gasp winner.
      Inter Miami defeats Cruz Azul to start their League’s Cup.
      Inter Miami 2 Cruz Azul 1
      90+. Curled in superbly by Messi.
      Who writes his scripts?
      Absolutely unbelievable.
      A superb, left-footed effort from 20 yards which left the keeper with no chance.
      Just brilliant.
      GOALLLL!!!! MESSIIIII!!!!!
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      90+. Free-kick.
      Bang in Messi territory.
      Surely the last kick of normal time.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      90. We’re minutes away from penalties.
      Into the dying moments now…
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      89. We could be heading for penalties.
      Some people are heading for the exits.
      They clearly have no idea.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      88. Messi has been pretty special since coming on.
      Every time he gets the ball, you feel something is going to happen.
      The crowd will go home happy without a doubt.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      87. Lovely ball by Robert Taylor, finds Messi and he squares for Martinez who rolls in. But the offside flag is up.
      A goal – at either end – is coming.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      85. Great link up, once again, between the two former Barcelona stars – Messi and Busquets.
      Another sweet ball by the Spaniard and Messi almost got a shot away before being charged down.
      These two should cause chaos in MLS once they’re up to speed.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      82. Eight minutes left of normal time.
      Can Messi get the winner?
      He just tried to win a penalty – Busquets lifted the ball into the box and Messi went down all too predictably.
      No penalty.
      Up you get, Leo.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      81. Cruz Azul aren’t going away, though.
      The Mexicans have looked dangerous all night – just a shame they can’t finish.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      78. Great early signs for boss Tata Martino in what’s only his second game in charge.
      Obviously it helps to have two absolute world-class talents at your disposal but their introduction has naturally given the whole team a life.
      I wonder what Kim Kardashian thinks of Busquets’ range of passing.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      77. Lovely reverse pass by Messi sets Martinez free, but he can’t squeeze the ball in from a very tight angle.
      The move was started by Busquets once again.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      75. Inter Miami are turning up the pressure.
      Messi and Busquets have started multiple attacks.
      The two are making a big impact in their short time on the pitch.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      73. Nice link-up between Busquets and Messi but the No. 10’s shot is charged down.
      Busquets’ passing ability is already on show.
      The Spanish star should be a fantastic asset in MLS.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      71. Messi had his first chance but his shot was blocked.
      He set up his left foot but the Cruz Azul defense was a step ahead.
      Tie game with 20 minutes left.
      Inter Miami 1 Cruz Azul 1
      69. Messi takes the corner – and almost scores!
      A very knowledgeable Argentine journalist reliably informs me it’s the one type of goal the little man has never scored.
      Came pretty close just now.
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