Lacklustre Ireland slump to defeat in Armenia

Ireland began their UEFA Nations League campaign with a below par performance in Yerevan as a low driven second half strike from Eduard Spertsyan handed Armenia victory. Ireland enjoyed the lion’s share of possession but failed to convert any chances they concocted in front of goal.

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Antonio Rudiger joins Real Madrid on free transfer from Cheslea

Real Madrid have confirmed the long-awaited signing of Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger on a four-year deal. The 29-year-old will move to the Bernabeu on a free transfer after he turned down the Blues’ attempts to renew his contract.

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Argentina triumph over Italy in Il Finalissima

Lionel Messi and Angel di Maria shone as Argentina beat Italy at Wembley in the Finalissima – a renewal of the contest between the champions of Europe and South America. Messi set up Lautaro Martinez to open the scoring with Di Maria adding a second before Messi teed up Paulo Dybala for a late third.

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Manchester United confirm departures of Pogba and Lingard

Manchester United have today confirmed both Paul Pogba and Jesse Lingard will leave the club when their contracts expire at the end of June. United spent over €100m to bring Pogba back to Old Trafford six years ago but the Frenchman failed to enjoy the success he did at previous club Juventus.

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