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Why soccer star, reluctant role model Jakub Jankto came out as gay

Jankto speaks about life after coming out as gay earlier this year, playing for Serie A side Cagliari, and his hopes for Euro 2024 with Czechia.

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Jankto came out for himself and no one else

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LIVE Transfer Talk: Dortmund open to Malen-Sancho player swap

Dortmund are looking at a deal that would see Donyell Malen head to Man United and Jadon Sancho return to the Bundesliga. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.

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Gab Marcotti breaks down Premier League's new TV deal

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Ten Hag justified in victory after making big Rashford call

Omitting Marcus Rashford from the starting XI was a bold call from Erik ten Hag, but it's one that could define Manchester United's season.

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Is Man City's reign ending? Aston Villa force Guardiola to rethink Premier League title hopes

Man City are on their longest winless run under Pep Guardiola, and Aston Villa look like real title contenders. But there might be explanations for it.

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What is going wrong for Manchester City?

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