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18.9.26 Nations League: England

John Stones is expected to miss England's upcoming Nations League fixtures after suffering a muscle strain in his left thigh during Inter Milan's win over Udinese. The defender is likely to be left out of Thomas Tuchel's squad, with Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa, Jarell Quansah, Trevoh Chalobah and Dan Burn among the potential alternatives.

18.9.26 Premier League: Chelsea Injuries

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Joao Pedro, Reece James and Moises Caicedo have not been ruled out of Friday's clash with Brentford despite recent training absences. Final decisions on their availability will be made after Friday's training session, while several other players remain sidelined.

18.9.26 Premier League: Tottenham Injuries

Tottenham continue to deal with several injuries ahead of Saturday's clash with Aston Villa. Sandro Tonali is a doubt, while Pedro Porro is expected to return. Dejan Kulusevski, Mykhailo Mudryk, Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert remain sidelined for varying periods.

18.9.26 Turkish Super League: Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen trained separately from the Galatasaray squad again Thursday, casting further doubt on his availability for Saturday's trip to Trabzonspor. The striker is recovering from a right adductor strain, with a final decision expected after Friday's training session.

17.9.26 Premier League: Chelsea Injuries

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil's squad for upcoming friendlies against Australia and India due to an undisclosed injury. The club has yet to confirm the nature of the problem. Joao Pedro has started the season strongly for Chelsea, scoring three goals in six appearances and being named Premier League Player of the Month for August. He played the full 2-2 draw with Hull last weekend and is now a doubt for Friday's match against Brentford.

17.9.26 La Liga: Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe said he covered part of a Ceuta solidarity message on a pre-match T-shirt because he also wanted to acknowledge migrants suffering and those who have died. The Real Madrid forward stressed that he fully supports the people of Ceuta and did not want to prioritize one group's suffering over another, calling for peace and a quick resolution to the crisis.

18.9.26 NBA: New Orleans Pelicans Transfers

Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million extension with the New Orleans Pelicans. After returning from a torn ACL, Bey averaged a career-high 17.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game last season.

17.9.26 NBA: Phoenix Suns Transfers

The Phoenix Suns are signing center Duop Reath to bolster their frontcourt after Mark Williams was ruled out for several months with a shoulder injury. Reath, 30, spent his first three NBA seasons with Portland, averaging 9.1 points and 3.7 rebounds as a rookie. He joins a Suns frontcourt that also includes 2025 No. 10 pick Khaman Maluach.

18.9.26 NFL: Detroit Lions Injuries

Detroit Lions defensive back Avonte Maddox suffered a foot injury during Thursday's 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills and was carted to the locker room. Maddox later left on crutches with his foot in a boot, with an update expected Friday.

17.9.26 NFL: Seattle Seahawks Injuries

The Seahawks have ruled out Sam Darnold for Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to a glute injury but do not plan to place him on injured reserve. Drew Lock will start, while Darnold could potentially return within three to four weeks, with Week 5 against the 49ers mentioned as a possibility. Seattle also expects safeties Nick Emmanwori and Ty Okada and receiver Tory Horton to have chances to return soon.

18.9.26 NHL: Washington Capitals

Alex Ovechkin defended his decision to appear in a political ad for Russian President Vladimir Putin's United Russia party, saying he accepted the government's request without hesitation and was surprised by the backlash. Ovechkin said he is "not pro-war," supports his country and hopes the war in Ukraine ends soon. The appearance has drawn international criticism and concern from the Washington Capitals and others.

17.9.26 NHL: Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets have suspended star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp. The 33-year-old, who requested a trade in August, says he believes leaving Winnipeg is best for him and his family. Hellebuyck is coming off a difficult season in which he posted career-worst numbers and missed time following knee surgery.

18.9.26 MLB: NY Mets Injuries

Mets first baseman Jared Young was carted off after a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday's 3-0 loss to the Phillies. A CT scan was negative, though Young experienced concussion symptoms and remained under evaluation.

16.9.26 MLB: Philadelphia Phillies Injuries

The Philadelphia Phillies placed All-Star left-hander Jesus Luzardo on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation. The move is retroactive to Saturday, making him eligible to return Sept. 27. Luzardo, who is 14-5 with a 2.87 ERA and an NL-best 221 strikeouts, is expected to return before the end of the regular season.