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WE LEAGUE

Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 2, 2022
Man City and Liverpool renew rivalry as PL clubs flex financial muscle
Reigning Premier League champion City hopes that Norwegian star Erling Haaland and a host of other top-tier signings will be enough to fend off a rising wave of challengers.
Japan Times
Rugby
Jul 26, 2022
Pride jersey triggers boycott by rugby league players
Australian media reported up to seven Manly players were opposed to wearing it on 'religious and cultural' grounds and had elected to pull out of the Roosters game.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 26, 2022
MLBPA rejects final proposal for international draft
Had the sides agreed to an international draft, it would have been for prospects from outside the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, and would have begun in 2024.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 13, 2022
Wayne Rooney excited for challenge as new DC United head coach
The 36-year-old resigned as coach of Derby County last month after the team's relegation to England's third-tier League One, opening the door to his MLS return.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 13, 2022
Nadeshiko Japan midfielder Fuka Nagano joining NWSL's Courage
Known for her passing ability, Nagano won both the Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups with Japan, and has been called up regularly to the senior Nadeshiko Japan side since last year.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 12, 2022
European court opens hearing into whether UEFA can block Super League
The dispute over the alleged abuse of UEFA's dominant position is being heard by the European Court of Justice, with a decision expected in late 2022 or 2023.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 5, 2022
Safe standing to be adopted by more British clubs from next season
Strict conditions have been met, including enhanced use of CCTV, improved steward training and fans being strictly limited to 'one person, one space.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 26, 2022
Gareth Bale confirms MLS move to Los Angeles FC
The Welshman was once the world's most expensive player and has spent the last eight seasons with Real Madrid, winning three domestic championships and five Champions League titles.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 5, 2022
Gareth Southgate defiant after Hungary fans boo taking the knee
The fixture was supposed to be behind closed doors after Hungary was disciplined by both FIFA and UEFA for repeated racist fan behavior, but chaperoned children were allowed to attend.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 31, 2022
France blames Liverpool, ticket fraud for Champions League trouble
French Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera has commissioned a report into the trouble at the match, which was delayed by 35 minutes due to chaos outside Paris' Stade de France.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 29, 2022
Chelsea reaches final agreement for sale of club
The consortium, which won the bid to acquire the London side earlier this month, received approval from the Premier League and the British government this week for the sale to go ahead.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 24, 2022
Champions Manchester City paint town blue with parade
City nearly lost its crown to Liverpool on the last day of the season on Sunday before a dramatic comeback win over Aston Villa.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 23, 2022
Liverpool has extra motivation to win Champions League title after falling short at home
Missing out on the Premier League title on the last day of the season has given Liverpool an extra edge heading into the Champions League final, manager Juergen Klopp said.

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