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English football faces major shifts with Harry Maguire's shock exclusion from the World Cup squad and a growing 'Spygate' scandal involving Southampton. In tennis, the French Open draw brings excitement as Sinner and Djokovic avoid an early clash, while New York City residents gain rare access to affordable World Cup tickets.

Harry Maguire excluded from England World Cup squad

Harry Maguire excluded from England World Cup squadDefender Harry Maguire has expressed shock after being omitted from the England World Cup squad. The decision has left the player feeling 'gutted' as coaching changes approach. Meanwhile, Ivan Toney has earned a surprise recall to the team.

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'Gutted' Maguire left out of World Cup squad as Toney earns surprise recall (Sky Sports)
Shocked Maguire posts on Insta that he is not in England’s World Cup squad (Al Jazeera)
Harry Maguire ‘shocked and gutted’ to be left out of England’s World Cup squad (Arab News)
Maguire omitted from England squad ahead of Tuchel announcement (The Independent)
‘Shocked’ Harry Maguire left out of England’s World Cup squad (The Independent)

Affordable World Cup tickets for NYC residents

Affordable World Cup tickets for NYC residentsNew York City is offering a limited number of $50 World Cup tickets to local residents. The move comes after public demand and controversy regarding ticket accessibility. This initiative aims to make the tournament more inclusive for New Yorkers.

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New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets (AP News)
Mayor cuts limited World Cup tickets for New Yorkers to $50 after furore (Al Jazeera)
New York City offering $50 World Cup tickets for residents (Arab News)

French Open draw features Sinner and Djokovic split

French Open draw features Sinner and Djokovic splitThe French Open draw has been released, keeping major stars Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic in separate halves. Sinner begins his campaign against a wild card as he pursues a career Grand Slam. Emma Raducanu also faces a challenging early test in the tournament.

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Sinner opens French Open against wild card as he chases a career Grand Slam (AP News)
Raducanu faces tricky start - who plays who at French Open? (BBC)
TennisFrench Open draw: Djokovic avoids Sinner half but Raducanu faces early Sierra test (The Guardian)
Sinner, Djokovic kept apart in French Open draw (Arab News)

FA investigates Southampton over spying scandal

FA investigates Southampton over spying scandalThe Football Association is launching an investigation into Southampton following allegations of a 'Spygate' scandal. Reports suggest the manager may have authorized illegal spying activities. Other clubs, including Hull, have criticized the breach of conduct.

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FA to investigate Southampton over 'Spygate' scandal (Sky Sports)
Saints manager authorised spying and could face disciplinary action (The Independent)
Hull boss says Southampton ‘crossed a line’ in spying scandal (The Independent)

Arteta's impact on Arsenal's performance

Arteta's impact on Arsenal's performanceMikel Arteta's leadership at Arsenal continues to be a major talking point following recent successes. Analysts debate his ability to drive the team to title contention. The manager himself has reflected on the immense pressure of his role.

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Arteta on title win: I asked myself - am I good enough? (Sky Sports)
Merson: Arsenal were also-rans, Arteta has brought them back (Sky Sports)
Arteta ‘built a fire’ instead of watching Arsenal’s Premier League crowning (Al Jazeera)