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A late cameo by Chris Benjamin, just five days after his pro debut, guided Birmingham Phoenix to a tense opening victory against London Spirit in front of packed Edgbaston as The Hundred delivers another enthralling encounter.
Matchday one at the Olympics produced many magical moments in men’s football. Here’s a round-up of what happened across the four groups.
From Hale End to Arsenal’s new number 10, Emile Smith Rowe has put pen to paper on a new five-year contract for The Gunners ahead of the new season.
The British and Irish Lions staged a second half comeback to defeat South Africa 22-17 in a thrilling Test opener in Cape Town.
Goals from Steven Fletcher and Mario Vrancic secured a surprisingly comfortable pre-season victory for Stoke City against Premier League opponents Aston Villa.
After suffering their first preseason defeat on Tuesday night against Stoke City, Crewe Alexandra faced more Championship opposition in Chris Houghton’s Nottingham Forest side.
Salford Red Devils’ disciplinary woes against Leeds Rhinos continued at the Emerald Headingley stadium as the Yorkshire outfit triumphed 38-16 on Friday evening.
Ellen White’s third goal in just two games was enough to see Team GB edge out hosts Japan and secure their place in the knockout stages at the Olympics.
Crystal Palace continued their pre-season preparations with a hard-fought victory over League One Ipswich Town.
Everton star James Rodriguez says he is “ready for the challenges ahead” as the Toffees prepare for their first Florida Cup outing on Sunday night.
Following Ollie Turton and Jordan Gabriel’s departure from Bloomfield Road, Blackpool are looking to strength at right wing back.
Hull Kingston Rovers play their first game in five weeks this Saturday as they travel over to the south of France to face league leaders Catalans Dragons in a hastily arranged fixture.
Wales forward Alun Wyn Jones will captain the British and Irish Lions in their Test opener against South Africa on Saturday, despite being ruled out of the tour four weeks ago.
Team GB will hope to continue their winning streak as they face Japan in their second game of Group E.
It was a great night for the Giants at the John Smith’s Stadium as the Yorkshire side won their first game since late May when they beat Leigh Centurions.
Mansfield Town’s biggest test of pre-season so far came in the form of National League side Grimsby Town, but how will the amber and blues fair against Championship opposition?
Marc Guehi has completed a transfer from Chelsea to Crystal Palace ahead of the new 2021/22 campaign.
Burton Albion face FA Cup winners Leicester City on Saturday afternoon as the Brewers’ pre-season schedule steps up a gear ahead of their 2021/22 Sky Bet League One campaign.
Despite being part of the Invincibles squad during a glittering nine year spell with Arsenal, Patrick Vieira is yet to manage his first game in the Premier League.
Last season’s Blackpool talisman Jerry Yates has signed a three-year contract extension in a move that signifies a new chapter in the club’s ambitions from a position of strength.
United have been very impressive in preparation for the upcoming season, scoring 21 goals in five games without conceding, but the Seasiders will provide stern opposition to the so-far rampant Blues.
National League side Wrexham have shockingly announced the signing of Paul Mullin on a three-year deal.
Play-off chasing Leeds Rhinos welcome an in-form Salford Red Devils side to Emerald Headingley stadium on Friday evening looking to get back to winning ways of their own in the second half of the Super League campaign.
Stoke City’s first home pre-season friendly in front of supporters comes as the Potters welcome Dean Smith’s Aston Villa side to Staffordshire.