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The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has sued Louisiana State University (LSU) because LSU let former NFL players join its football team. The SEC says the NCAA (the organization that oversees college sports) should not allow these players to have an extra fifth year to play college football.
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The SEC is a major college sports conference in the United States.
LSU allowed former NFL players to join its college football team.
The SEC filed a lawsuit against LSU about this action.
The SEC claims the NCAA owes these players an extra year of eligibility.
NCAA rules typically limit how many years a player can compete in college sports.
The lawsuit challenges whether former professional players can gain additional college playing time.
This case involves college football eligibility rules.
CBS Sports reported on the lawsuit with a national college sports reporter.
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Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder, played his first full Champions League match for Manchester City and performed very well. The club paid £86 million to sign him, making him the most expensive teenager in Premier League history, and his play showed promise to replace former player Rodri.
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Ayyoub Bouaddi is 18 years old and recently started his first Champions League match for Manchester City.
Manchester City paid £86 million to buy Bouaddi from Lille.
Bouaddi became the fourth-youngest player to start a Champions League game for Manchester City.
He helped Manchester City win 2-0 against Porto, playing confidently in midfield.
Former player Pat Nevin praised Bouaddi’s mature and impressive performance.
Manager Enzo Maresca highlighted Bouaddi’s calmness and maturity during games and training.
Bouaddi completed 54 out of 55 passes and led in dribbles, possession wins, and duels during the match.
Striker Erling Haaland called Bouaddi “a gem” and was impressed by his recent training and performance.
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LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with over $500 million in debt after Saudi Arabia’s fund stopped supporting the league. The company plans to restructure and create a smaller version of LIV Golf where players will have ownership, featuring fewer events and a new team format based on countries.
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LIV Golf owes more than $500 million and filed for bankruptcy protection in New Jersey.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund ended its financial support after the 2026 season.
LIV Golf agreed to restructure with BC Partners providing new capital.
CEO Scott O’Neil described the new plan as “LIV Golf 2.0” with players becoming majority owners.
The new league will have 75 players, up from 57, and add a 54-hole cut (a rule to reduce the field during the event).
Teams will be formed based on nationalities, focusing on markets in Australia, South Africa, and Asia.
LIV Golf originally spent over $5 billion on player bonuses and expenses to attract stars from the PGA Tour.
Top LIV players like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau have contracts, but their future with the league is uncertain.
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Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers agreed on a three-year contract extension worth $165 million. Mayfield revived his career with the Buccaneers after replacing Tom Brady in 2023 and was finishing the last year of his previous $100 million deal.
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Baker Mayfield’s new contract with the Buccaneers is for three years and $165 million.
The team has not officially announced the contract yet.
Mayfield replaced Tom Brady as the Buccaneers’ quarterback in 2023.
He was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft by Cleveland.
Mayfield made the Pro Bowl in his first two seasons with Tampa Bay.
He helped the Buccaneers win two consecutive NFC South titles.
Mayfield was a candidate for MVP early last season but faced injuries later on.
He wanted a new contract before training camp and felt disrespected when it was delayed.
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LIV Golf, a new golf tour launched in 2022 that spent a lot of money to attract top players, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States. The tour's main backer, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, stopped funding it this year, leading LIV Golf to lay off most of its staff and seek new investors to restart the tour next year.
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LIV Golf began in 2022 and spent about $5 billion to attract players from the PGA Tour.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund was the main financier but pulled support in 2024.
LIV Golf filed for bankruptcy protection in the US and is also seeking legal recognition in the UK.
Most of LIV Golf’s staff have been laid off due to financial problems.
The company plans to restart the tour next year with fewer events and smaller prize money.
LIV Golf is in talks with players to create a new ownership model that involves them.
Some top players are reported to be considering returning to the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour has stated it has no plans to welcome LIV players back at this time.
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The Seattle Seahawks will start the 2026 NFL season by playing the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch. The Seahawks, who won the last Super Bowl against the Patriots, remain the favorites despite losing some key players. Several other NFL games, including an international match in Australia, are also highlighted.
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The Seattle Seahawks won the last Super Bowl by beating the New England Patriots 29-13.
The 2026 NFL season opens with the Seahawks hosting the Patriots on Wednesday night.
The Seahawks lost important players like Kenneth Walker and some coaches but are still favored to win.
The Patriots added new star players, including receiver A.J. Brown and safety Kevin Byard.
The Seahawks’ top receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba expressed excitement about the new season.
Another notable game is the San Francisco 49ers playing the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.
The Rams are seen as Super Bowl favorites with star players like Aaron Donald and Matthew Stafford.
Other upcoming games include matchups involving the Jets vs. Titans, Saints vs. Lions, and Jaguars vs. Browns.
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The latest Associated Press Top 25 college football poll suggests a possible College Football Playoff (CFP) matchup between Mississippi and LSU. LSU coach Lane Kiffin moved from Mississippi to LSU last year, adding interest to this potential playoff game. The CFP would start with first-round games on December 18-19 and end with the championship on January 25 in Las Vegas.
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Mississippi would play at LSU in a first-round CFP game based on the current AP Top 25 poll.
The top four seeds in the CFP would be Ohio State, Georgia, Notre Dame, and Texas.
Five conference champions from the Power Four and Group of Six conferences automatically qualify for the CFP.
The other seven CFP spots go to the next highest-ranked teams in the rankings.
Lane Kiffin left Mississippi to become the LSU head coach last December.
The first-round CFP games will be December 18-19; quarterfinals on December 30 and January 1; semifinals on January 14-15; and the championship game on January 25.
Boise State would qualify as the Group of Six champion despite not being in the AP Top 25.
Oklahoma, Alabama, and USC are just outside the CFP bracket based on the current poll.
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LIV Golf, a golf league funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, filed for bankruptcy protection after struggling to find a sustainable business model. The league spent over $5 billion but failed to attract enough TV viewers, and its Saudi backers decided to end support after 2026.
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LIV Golf was backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), which invested more than $5 billion.
PIF announced it would stop funding LIV Golf after the 2026 season due to changing investment priorities.
The league filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to reorganize and keep operating.
LIV Golf hopes to become majority owned by its players after restructuring.
Bankruptcy might end contracts with top players like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau.
The PGA Tour said players who left for LIV must earn their way back if they want to return.
LIV Golf faced criticism for "sportswashing," which means improving a country’s image despite controversies.
Supporters said LIV Golf could help grow golf worldwide.
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Aston Villa won their first game of the season in the Champions League by beating Club Brugge. Key players John McGinn, Emi Buendia, and Nicolas Jackson scored goals, helping Villa overcome challenges in the match.
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Aston Villa secured their first win of the season against Club Brugge in the Champions League.
John McGinn scored the first goal, becoming Villa’s top European goalscorer with 12 goals.
Emi Buendia and Nicolas Jackson also scored, with Jackson netting his first goal for Villa.
Villa’s young player George Hemmings became the first teenage starter in a European Cup match for the club in 43 years.
Club Brugge scored a penalty late in the game, making the last part of the match tense.
The win is important for Villa as they adjust after losing key players and adding 10 new ones.
Manager Unai Emery said the team showed grit and resilience to secure the victory.
The result builds confidence as Villa prepares for upcoming Champions League matches against Fenerbahce and Viking.
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LIV Golf has asked for bankruptcy protection in the United States after Saudi Arabia stopped funding the company. This allows all the golf players in the league to leave if they want to.
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LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S.
Chapter 11 helps companies reorganize and continue operating while managing debt.
Saudi Arabia withdrew its multibillion-dollar funding from LIV Golf.
The bankruptcy filing means players signed to LIV Golf are free to leave.
The company says the filing will help preserve its business.
The news was reported shortly after the bankruptcy filing was made.
LIV Golf is a professional golf league.
The situation is still developing with more updates expected.
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Aryna Sabalenka won a tough match against Linda Noskova to reach the US Open semi-finals. She came back from behind in the final set and is trying to defend her US Open title for the third time in a row.
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Sabalenka beat Noskova in three sets, after being behind 4-2 in the third set and 2-0 in the tie-break.
This is Sabalenka’s 19th straight win at the US Open; she has not lost since the 2023 final.
She is the first woman since Serena Williams in 2016 to reach six straight US Open semi-finals.
Sabalenka still holds the world number one ranking but may lose it soon if Elena Rybakina wins her next match.
Next, Sabalenka will play against either Jessica Pegula or Emma Navarro.
Sabalenka showed strong mental focus despite previous struggles with her emotions in matches.
Noskova had more winners and fewer mistakes but lost after saving seven of nine break points.
Sabalenka remains undefeated in US Open quarter-finals over six tries.
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Matthew Brennan from Great Britain won the 16th stage of the 2026 Vuelta a Espana, making it his fourth stage win in this race. The stage ended with a sprint finish in Palos de la Frontera, where Brennan beat Bryan Coquard and Vito Braet.
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Matthew Brennan rides for Team Visma Lease-a-bike.
The 16th stage was 181 kilometers long and favored sprinters.
A group of five riders broke away early but was caught about 23 kilometers before the finish.
Brennan celebrated his fourth stage win by holding up four fingers.
Enric Mas from Spain continues to lead the overall race by 2 minutes 6 seconds.
The next stage will be 185 kilometers from Dos Hermanas to Seville, expected to have another sprint finish.
Top finishers in stage 16 included Bryan Coquard (France) and Vito Braet (Belgium).
The general classification ranks riders by total time over all completed stages.
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Major League Soccer (MLS) saw record spending during its latest summer transfer window, with teams spending almost $190 million, a 65% increase from last year. The league’s new rules allowing teams to buy players with cash transfer fees alongside the existing system have helped increase spending and player trades, showing growth as the 2026 World Cup approaches.
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This was the fourth MLS transfer window using traditional transfer fees in addition to the previous system called general allocation money (GAM).
MLS teams spent nearly $190 million this summer on player trades and transfers, 65% more than the previous year.
Overall spending in 2026 is on track to exceed $410 million, more than twice the total from 2023.
Cash-for-player transfers have added $41 million in trades that were not possible before.
MLS allows clubs to convert up to $3 million of transfer income into GAM, increasing the funds teams can use for trades.
The league earned almost $800 million from selling players since 2022, with younger players moving abroad, including Americans.
Examples include Lucas Herrington sold for $17 million to Hull City and Zavier Gozo for $15 million to Crystal Palace.
Sporting KC has made major changes with a new head coach, sporting director, and majority owner, shifting from a low-spending approach to a more active roster strategy.
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Jonathan Zimmerman writes about a new Penn State exhibit honoring football coach Joe Paterno. He points out that the exhibit leaves out the details about the child sexual abuse scandal involving Jerry Sandusky.
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Joe Paterno was a longtime football coach at Penn State University.
The university created a new exhibit to honor Paterno.
The exhibit does not mention the Jerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal.
Jerry Sandusky was a former assistant coach involved in the scandal.
Jonathan Zimmerman disagrees with leaving out the scandal’s details.
Zimmerman suggests the exhibit should neither fully praise nor completely reject Paterno.
The article discusses how to remember Paterno’s complicated legacy.
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US President Donald Trump is expected to visit the Irish Open golf tournament being held at his resort in Doonbeg, Ireland. Top golfer Rory McIlroy said the event will feel different with Trump there, but players will focus on the competition. Trump will also meet Irish leaders during his trip.
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The Irish Open is taking place at President Trump's golf resort in Doonbeg, County Clare, Ireland.
President Trump will visit the tournament during the weekend as part of a two-day trip to Ireland.
Rory McIlroy, a leading golfer and multiple Irish Open winner, says the event will feel different with Trump's presence.
Trump owns the Doonbeg resort, which he bought in 2014.
Trump is scheduled to meet with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin.
Trump may present the tournament trophy to the winner on Sunday evening.
McIlroy noted the golf course is somewhat Americanized compared to traditional Irish links courses.
The tournament features other top golfers, including players from the LIV golf series like Jon Rahm.
Security at the resort will be increased due to Trump’s visit.
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Harry Kane, a striker for Bayern Munich and England, is among three English players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or award. The 30-player shortlist also includes Lionel Messi, who is aiming to win his ninth Ballon d’Or, and Paris St-Germain players who recently won the World Cup with Spain.
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Harry Kane is the favorite for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) and Declan Rice (Arsenal) are the other English nominees.
Lionel Messi, playing for Inter Miami, is nominated despite retiring from international football.
Six players from Spain’s World Cup-winning team are on the shortlist, including Ferran Torres.
Paris St-Germain has nine players nominated, not counting new signing Torres.
Other notable nominees include Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid, and Arsenal defenders Gabriel and William Saliba.
The Ballon d’Or award was created in 1956 and will celebrate its 70th anniversary this year.
The winner will be announced in London on 26 October as a tribute to Sir Stanley Matthews, the first-ever Ballon d’Or winner.
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The US Open tennis tournament has reached the quarter-final stage with top players in both the women’s and men’s singles draws competing. Key matches include Aryna Sabalenka facing Linda Noskova, and American Frances Tiafoe playing Alex Michelsen, as players aim to advance toward the finals.
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Four women who hold or can become world No. 1 are still competing: Sabalenka, Rybakina, Gauff, and Pegula.
Elena Rybakina can secure the No. 1 ranking for the first time if she wins her next match.
Notable women’s players who won strong matches recently include Rybakina, Coco Gauff, Zheng Qinwen, and Mirra Andreeva.
On the men’s side, Karen Khachanov defeated Learner Tien, ending hopes for four American men in the quarter-finals.
Ticket prices for some matches, like the Alcaraz vs. Shelton game, are very high, with resale prices reaching up to $11,000 for courtside seats.
Aryna Sabalenka has won all her matches in straight sets but has faced pressure and some unexpected losses recently.
Linda Noskova, 21, is new to this stage but has performed well, including a strong showing at Wimbledon.
Frances Tiafoe, aged 28, is more experienced than Michelsen but feels pressure as his chance to win a major title may be limited.
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Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood, two England football players, are nominated for the 2026 women's Ballon d'Or award. The award ceremony will take place in London on 26 October to mark the prize's 70th anniversary.
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Alessia Russo plays for Arsenal and scored 24 goals in 40 club games last season.
Alex Greenwood is the captain of Manchester City, which won the Women’s Super League and FA Cup last season.
Russo and Greenwood are the only England players nominated this year.
The Ballon d'Or was created in 1956 and 2026 is its 70th anniversary.
The award ceremony is held in London to honor Sir Stanley Matthews, the first Ballon d'Or winner.
The list of 30 nominees includes players from clubs in Europe, the US, and other countries.
Other categories announced include young talent, goalkeeper, coach, and club of the year.
The Ballon d’Or is given based on votes considering individual and team achievements during the season.
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NFL games in London are facing challenges with many unsold seats due to high ticket prices and fans feeling tired of some teams playing too often. The NFL is hosting three games in London this October, but some tickets remain available even after being on sale for months.
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Matt Cullen, a longtime NFL fan in London, is considering stopping his attendance because of costly tickets and "team fatigue."
Three NFL games are scheduled to take place in London in October.
Tickets for some games, like Jaguars vs. Texans at Wembley, still have many unsold seats months after going on sale.
The Jacksonville Jaguars handle ticketing for their game, while the NFL manages the other London games.
The NFL will have a record nine international games in 2024, including in Germany, Spain, France, and Australia, which may reduce demand for London games.
The NFL UK stopped its "season tickets" program in 2023, leading to more expensive ticket options.
Many fans have expressed frustration online about rising ticket prices.
Some ticket sales, like for the Colts vs. Commanders game, have been slow despite ongoing promotions.
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Christian Gonzalez, a cornerback for the New England Patriots, signed a four-year contract worth $135 million. This makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, with $102 million guaranteed.
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Christian Gonzalez agreed to a four-year, $135 million deal with the New England Patriots.
His contract includes $102 million guaranteed money.
This contract surpasses the previous highest cornerback deal held by Devon Witherspoon of the Seattle Seahawks.
Gonzalez was a first-round draft pick by Bill Belichick in 2023.
He earned a second-team AP All-Pro honor in 2024 and made the Pro Bowl in 2025.
The contract starts after his current rookie deal ends in 2027.
Gonzalez has played 30 games over the past two seasons with noted strong defensive performance.
The contract was finalized just before the NFL season started, resolving earlier negotiation uncertainties.
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