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Huddersfield Town suffered a stunning FA Cup exit, losing 1-0 to non-league Tamworth. A bizarre own goal by goalkeeper Chris Maxwell, who misplayed a long throw, sealed the defeat. This marks a significant fall for a club that was in the Premier League just six years ago.
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In recent Championship matches, Middlesbrough secured a decisive victory over Luton Town, while Blackburn ended their goal drought with a win against Cardiff. Millwall's winning streak halted with a draw against Stoke. In League One, Birmingham and AFC Wimbledon also claimed important wins, with Wrexham struggling to find form.
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Coventry City has terminated the contract of manager Mark Robins after a disappointing start to the Championship season. Despite his successful tenure, which included promotions and near misses for the Premier League, the club's recent performance led to this unexpected decision.
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Daniel Khalife, a former soldier, pleaded guilty to escaping from HMP Wandsworth by strapping himself to a food truck. He continues to deny charges related to spying for Iran and planting fake bombs. Khalife's escape led to a nationwide manhunt before his arrest three days later.
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Gary Lineker will conclude his 26-year tenure as the presenter of BBC's Match of the Day at the end of the 2024-25 season. He will continue to cover the 2026 World Cup and the FA Cup but will not return to the flagship show. This marks a significant change for the BBC's football programming.
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Diego Forlan, the former Manchester United star, made his professional tennis debut at the Uruguay Open, partnering with Federico Coria. The duo lost in straight sets to Boris Arias and Federico Zeballos, but Forlan expressed gratitude for the experience, highlighting the joy of competing again.
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Pep Guardiola has signed a contract extension with Manchester City, committing to the club until 2027. This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny over the club's financial practices and a challenging run of form, with City currently facing 130 charges related to financial breaches.