Olivier Giroud has signed a one-year contract with Ligue 1 club Lille, returning to France after a disappointing stint with LAFC in MLS, where he scored only three goals in 21 matches. The 38-year-old last played in France in 2012 and joins Lille, who aim to improve upon their 5th place finish in the 2024/25 season and secure a spot in the Champions League.
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Chivas secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over San Luis in matchday 3 of Liga MX, overcoming a two-goal deficit after halftime. San Luis initially rallied with three quick goals, but Chivas responded with a brace from "Hormiga" González, clinching their first three points of the tournament in a thrilling encounter. Want More Context? 🔎
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Nottingham Forest has secured Morgan Gibbs-White with a new long-term contract until the summer of 2028, effectively ending Tottenham Hotspur's pursuit of the player. The deal, described as a "statement of intent" by owner Evangelos Marinakis, removes any release clause, ensuring Forest retains key talent as they prepare for the upcoming season. Want More Context? 🔎
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Maduka Okoye, the Udinese Calcio goalkeeper, was acquitted of game manipulation charges but received a two-month suspension for violating the principle of fairness after a friend won €120,000 from a bet linked to his yellow card for time-wasting against Lazio. The Italian Federal Court cleared him of any involvement in sports offenses, but he will miss seven matches from August 18 to October 19. Want More Context? 🔎
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