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The League One side bolstered their squad with the highly-rated goalkeeper on a season-long loan from Championship club Stoke City, marking their fifth summer signing ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Simkin brings over 100 senior appearances from loans at Walsall, Leyton Orient, Forest Green Rovers, and Solihull Moors, plus 15 Championship games last season and a spot in England's victorious U21 Euros squad that beat Germany 3-2 in the 2025 final. He shared his excitement in a club video, eager for regular play to help Rovers push for promotion, though some fans note his past save stats and the club's loan reliance.

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At 6ft 2in and just 21, Tommy Simkin steps into Doncaster Rovers' goal with big ambitions and a trophy already in his cabinet.

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Kaizer Chiefs officially named 47-year-old Dillon Sheppard as second assistant coach under new head coach Fernando da Cruz, thanks to his newly earned CAF A Licence alongside his existing UEFA A Licence. Sheppard, a former Bafana Bafana winger who joined Chiefs in 2020, expressed pride in the journey and gratitude to the club for their support. Sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jr. highlighted how Sheppard's dual qualifications will benefit players in both the youth academy and senior team, joining da Cruz and Mahmoud Abbas for the 2026/27 season push.

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Dillon Sheppard, the beloved 'Sheppy,' finally reached his goal after earning his CAF A Licence in Tanzania. Now he's stepping up on the bench with a big smile and even bigger qualifications.

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England secured a 2-0 victory over Panama in their final Group L match at MetLife Stadium, with Jude Bellingham scoring in the 62nd minute from a corner and assisting Harry Kane's goal in the 67th minute. The win allowed England, coached by Thomas Tuchel, to finish top of the group with 7 points and advance to the Round of 32 as a seeded team. Harry Kane reached 11 World Cup goals, becoming England's all-time leading scorer ahead of Gary Lineker's record of 10.

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Iranian accounts claim construction started last week on the 657-kilometer Herat-Mazar-e-Sharif railway in Afghanistan, built by Iranian firms and funded by local minerals for a seamless connection to China. Proponents see it as a sanctions workaround via the Five Nations Corridor, potentially slashing trade distances by 50% and opening paths for pipelines. No confirmation comes from Iran's Railways, Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Works, or state media, despite recent Tehran talks on June 8 and ongoing feasibility studies. The project follows years of delays, with security and funding hurdles still in play.

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Social media lights up with reports of shovels breaking ground on a key Afghan rail line linking Iran to China. But official voices remain silent so far.

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Users on X highlighted the contrast between Ecuador's predominantly Black national team and its mostly white fans, despite Afro-Ecuadorians comprising only about 4.8-10% of the population. Discussions noted Argentina's squad lacking any Black players, sparking debates on racism and demographics in both countries. Posts referenced Ecuador's performance, including a win over Germany, and similar patterns in other nations.

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Mayo dominated Cork 0-23 to 0-18 in the All-Ireland quarter-final, with Beirne earning man of the match for 0-7 including two twos, joined by McDonald (0-4, one two) and Ryan O'Donoghue (0-8). The teams were level at halftime, but Mayo outscored Cork 0-14 to 0-9 after the break, thanks to sharp shooting and Jack Livingstone's key saves. It's Mayo's first semi-final since 2021; they now await a winner from Louth-Monaghan or Dublin-Galway.

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Darragh Beirne and Kobe McDonald stepped up big at Croke Park, nailing key two-pointers in a second-half surge that sent Mayo through.

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Egypt trailed 1-0 at halftime to New Zealand's Finn Surman in Vancouver but roared back with Mostafa Ziko's header in the 59th, Salah's strike and assist in the 67th and 82nd for Trezeguet's goal. The Liverpool captain earned Man of the Match with his fifth goal involvement in four World Cup games, topping all Egyptians ever. Celebrations exploded from the pitch—where players dropped in sujood—to Cairo's streets at dawn, lifting Egypt to the top of Group G on four points ahead of Iran on Friday.

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After 92 years of near-misses, Mohamed Salah delivered the moment Egypt had waited for, scoring and assisting in a thrilling 3-1 comeback at BC Place.

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Wales men, led by captain Dewi Lake, blend experience with youth including four uncapped bench players ahead of their Nations Championship opener against Fiji. The Barbarians men counter with stars like Faf de Klerk, Vincent Koch, and retiring Welsh wing George North. Women's teams feature Wales captain Alex Callender and Barbarians' Emily Chancellor, setting up high-paced clashes at Twickenham on June 27, live on S4C.

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George North prepares for his final professional match on the Barbarians bench, facing Wales in a heartfelt twist after 121 caps.

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Season 8 of Love Island USA premieres Tuesday on Peacock with 12 new islanders, hosted by Ariana Madix and narrated by Iain Stirling, dropping daily episodes at 9 p.m. ET starting June 2 except Wednesdays. Standouts include bronze medal Paralympian Beatriz Hatz, DJ Bryce Dettloff, and Sean Reifel, who left the Bethlehem PD after just months on the job, prompting Mayor J. William Reynolds to call it a choice of reality TV over duty amid staffing shortages. Fans chat about Aniya Harvey's promo looks matching her Instagram vibe, guys seeking 'strong' partners, and early energy from women like makeup artist Trinity Tatum.

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A Paralympian, DJ, and former cop dad are among the fresh faces heading to the villa, but Sean's quick police resignation has the mayor fuming.

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Stanbic Black Pirates won their fourth Uganda Rugby Premiership title—and first successful defense—with a thrilling 30-29 grand final victory over Toyota Buffaloes. Pirates led 25-13 at halftime on tries from Nathan Bwambale (two), Alex Aturinda, and Kidega, before fly-half Yasin Waiswa's 19 points fueled Buffaloes' near-comeback to 30-29. The team dedicated the win to late flanker Sydney Gongodyo, posting 'It's for Sydney' post-match amid celebrations of three straight finals.

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Captain Frank Kidega's try helped Pirates build a big halftime lead, but Buffaloes' second-half charge had the packed Kings Park Arena on edge until the final whistle.

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The Junior Springboks, fresh from their 2025 World Rugby U20 Championship win in Italy, head to Tbilisi, Georgia, to defend their title under new captain Siphosethu Mnebelele. He replaces Riley Norton, who earned a surprise call-up to the senior Springboks squad, while Cheswill Jooste and Akahluwa Boqwana fill other gaps from promotions and injuries. The 30-man squad blends seven veterans like props Oliver Reid and Rambo Kubheka with fresh talent, facing Uruguay on June 27, Georgia on July 2, and Wales on July 7 at Avchala Stadium—despite flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed missing the first two games due to suspension.

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Siphosethu Mnebelele, the Hollywoodbets Sharks hooker from King Edward VII School, steps into the captain's role with quiet leadership praised by all.

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The 32-year-old Springboks star signs with the Stormers for next season, leaving Suntory Sungoliath early after topping Japan's scoring charts with 1433 meters gained, 25 line breaks, and 105 defenders beaten. He called the move emotional, prioritizing family circumstances, and joins as the club builds Project 2029 with Springbok experience like captain Siya Kolisi. Stormers director John Dobson hailed it a massive moment, with Kolbe set to mentor young talent while chasing URC and Champions Cup titles starting July 1.

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Cheslin Kolbe, the double World Cup-winning wing, is heading back to where it all began with the DHL Stormers. Family pulled him home after shining in Japan.

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Gayton McKenzie, South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, commented on Mamelodi Sundowns' strong performance and points finishes in the Betway Premiership. The remarks prompted backlash from Sundowns fans, who accused him of bias toward Orlando Pirates, trolling the club, and unprofessional conduct as a minister.

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South Africans tuned into Moja Love at 21:00 for the ninth season of Uyajola99, where host Jub Jub exposed cheating partners in stories like Siphosethu's doubts since 2019 and Mpho's test of childhood sweethearts. Clips spread fast showing market chases, physical grabs, side chicks fleeing, and Xhosa women's sharp, vulgar insults that had viewers laughing and praising their flair. While Jub Jub stayed cool amid one cheater's attempted kick, some lamented women fighting over unapologetic men on national TV in 2026.

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A man bolts in a blue tracksuit while women grab his belt to stop him—classic Uyajola99 chaos unfolded in tonight's Xhosa-packed episode.

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Dave Rennie kicked off his All Blacks tenure by announcing a 34-man squad with four uncapped players—props Xavier Numia and Anton Segner, plus wings Josh Moorby and Fehi Fineanganofo—after their record-breaking Super Rugby seasons. The 2023 World Rugby Player of the Year Ardie Savea takes the captaincy, backed by Rennie for his respect among teammates and passion for the black jersey. Heavy on Hurricanes talent, the group prepares for tests against France on July 4, Italy on July 11, and Ireland on July 18 in the new Nations Championship.

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Ardie Savea called captaining the All Blacks one of the greatest honors in sport, his humility shining as he vowed to unite the team and all five million Kiwis.

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