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Oct 3, 2026 - Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence from Portugal’s Nations League clash with Denmark hasn’t gone unnoticed. With Ronaldo missing from the lineup, Denmark rival Rasmus Højlund decided to celebrate with his idol’s iconic “Siuuu” gesture. The moment was followed by an awkward exchange between Højlund and Jorge Jesus after the final whistle, and now a separate message has […] The post Denmark Rival Publicly Denies Supporting Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal Coach’s Controversial Decision appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Oct 3, 2026 - Sports

How magical is the MLB postseason? Just ask Ray Kerr. The 32-year-old Atlanta Braves pitcher was once working at a 7-Eleven and a movie theater, thinking his baseball career was over. He was then signed for just $2,000 and spent seven seasons in the minor leagues. On Thursday, Oct. 1, Kerr finally got his MLB […] The post The MLB Postseason Money Machine: How Do Teams Actually Make Money in October? appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Oct 3, 2026 - Sports

Rui Pinto faces loss of witness safeguarding in PortugalMore documents over City affairs may be made availableRui Pinto, whose leaks helped to trigger the Premier League’s investigation into Manchester City’s financial affairs, is prepared to help authorities in the UK with their legal case in exchange for protection from threats, the Guardian understands.Despite the crowdfunding campaign launched on Friday to fund a new life after leaving the protection of the Portuguese police, the whistleblower’s priority remains to cooperate, provided adequate security arrangements are in place. Continue reading...

Oct 3, 2026 - Sports

How will Croatia and England fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsCroatia and England have a lot of history together. Luka Modric and Co knocked Gareth Southgate’s side out of the 2018 World Cup before the Three Lions got their revenge at Euro 2020 and the 2026 World Cup.Opta’s supercomputer gives England a 48.6% chance of winning in Rijeka with Croatia’s chances put at 27.4%. Thomas Tuchel’s team appear to have the edge after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Czechia on Tuesday. Continue reading...

Oct 3, 2026 - Sports

Max Verstappen finished on pole for the first time this season as Kimi Antonelli survived a scare to reach the second row in SepangQ1: Verstappen lays down an early marker by going half a second faster than Antonelli on 1:36.477. Hadjar goes faster than the two Mercedes too.Q1: Mercedes and Red Bull send their drivers out before a long, old queue resembling a McDonald’s drive-thru forms in the pit lane. Continue reading...