Arsenal and England defender Ben White faces knee injury fears ahead of key fixtures, threatening World Cup hopes and club plans.
Arsenal confirm William Saliba has a back injury from World Cup duties and will undergo a rehabilitation programme. Surgery is not required; the club plans to strengthen the centre-back position this summer while preparing for the season opener against Coventry.
Giant pumpkin growers across Britain are pressing on despite drought, health setbacks and logistical challenges. A Maldon grower has a 1,200lb pumpkin, while Staffordshire champions eye a new record at the Malvern show. The community and seeds of competition drive the giant-vegetable scene.