DANIEL DUBOIS VS. FABIO WARDLEY 2 WEIGH-IN RESULTS: DUBOIS HAS SLIGHT 5-POUNDS EDGE AHEAD OF FIGHT OF THE YEAR REMATCH

Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley rematch Saturday in London

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Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley are ready to run back one of the year’s most brutal battles.

The heavyweight stars successfully weighed in for their bout Saturday, which takes place The O2 in London with Dubois’ WBO championship on the line. Wardley weighed in at 248.3 pounds, six pounds heavier than their first encounter this past May, but Dubois will still enter the ring as the bigger man at 253.9 pounds.

Dubois-Wardley 1 was widely acclaimed as a Fight of the Year candidate after the two big men engaged in a dramatic and bloody duel, with Wardley having Dubois in serious trouble early before Dubois battled back and outlasted Wardley en route to a TKO victory in Round 11. With the win, Dubois claimed the WBO belt for the first time to become a two-time heavyweight champion (after previously holding an IBF belt).

Several other heavyweights compete on Saturday’s card, with undefeated prospect Adam Olaniyan (250.15) holding the biggest weight advantage as he came in 27 pounds heavier than Dan Garber (223.15).

See Dubois vs. Wardley 2 weigh-in results below:

Daniel Dubois (253.9) vs. Fabio Wardley (248.3) — WBO Heavyweight Title Bout

Louie O’Doherty (134.⁵I 12) vs. Michael Gomez Jr. (134.3)

Adam Olaniyan (250.15) vs. Dan Garber (223.15)

Bakhodir Jalolov (255.12) vs. Solomon Dacres (242.9)

Nelson Birchall (134.12) vs. Levi Gilles (134.6)

Fawas Aborode (134.5) vs. Rashid Omar (132.8)

Aaron Noriega (133.14) vs. Leonardo Baez (129.9)

Issiah Hamilton-Allen (158.12) vs. Jensen Irving (159.12)

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SANCTIONED BILLIONAIRE ALISHER USMANOV PLOTS EVERTON INESTMENT RETURN AMID THE FRIEDKIN GROUP SALE PLANS

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Alisher Usmanov is reportedly plotting a sensational return to Everton following confirmation that the club's current owners are exploring a complete sale. The sanctioned billionaire previously held deep commercial ties to the Merseyside outfit, and fresh revelations suggest he is eager to capitalise on the formal sale process to inject substantial funds into the team once again.

Alan Brazil reveals investment rumours

Russian-Uzbek businessman Alisher Usmanov is actively seeking a way to resume his financial involvement with Everton, according to talkSPORT. Broadcaster Alan Brazil revealed on Friday that the billionaire is monitoring the situation closely as the Merseyside outfit prepare for another potential ownership change.

The current American owners have formally confirmed they are exploring the sale of their controlling stake, seemingly opening the door for former investors. Discussing the unexpected development on air, Brazil stated: "I can't confirm it, but I hear that Usmanov is trying to get back into Everton. He has got some serious, serious money..."

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Deep pockets and historic ties

Usmanov boasts a staggering net worth of $14 billion and previously worked closely with former Everton owner Farhad Moshiri. The pair even shared a 14.58 per cent stake in Arsenal before focusing on the Merseyside club. In 2017, Usmanov agreed an £11 million deal for the naming rights at the Finch Farm training ground through his company USM Holdings.

He later expanded his commercial influence by sponsoring the women's team. Brazil added: "Mr Usmanov, who was behind Moshiri, it appears that he's trying to get back in, if he can, to plough a load of dough into Everton."

The Friedkin Group seek suitable successors

The potential return of Usmanov comes as The Friedkin Group have officially put the Toffees on the market just under two years after their December 2024 takeover. The club released an official statement confirming the owners are actively exploring new investment options, including selling a controlling interest.

Emphasising the need for a suitable successor, it read: "We will only entertain interest from parties who we strongly believe will be the right stewards to take the club forward and build on the momentum that has been established."

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What comes next for Everton?

Despite his apparent eagerness, Usmanov faces an immense hurdle due to strict UK Government sanctions imposed in March 2022. With British authorities refusing to lift these restrictions, his immediate return remains practically impossible under current law. Meanwhile, The Friedkin Group will continue to bankroll Everton until the ideal buyer emerges to lead the Merseyside club forward.

- Moataz Elgammal

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SERBIAN PLAYER STEFAN MILIĆEVIĆ SUSPENDED UNTIL 2050

A 24-year ban from tennis. 😳🎾

Serbian player Stefan Milićević has been suspended until October 2050 and fined $70,000 by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA).

The case involves allegations of fixing six matches — including five he played in — and attempting to manipulate six more between 2022 and 2024.

The ITIA also said he was charged with recruiting or attempting to recruit other professional players into a corrupt network.

According to the agency, Milićević did not respond to seven attempts to contact him during its investigation. The sanction took effect on October 9, 2026.

His suspension means he cannot play, coach at, or attend events organised or sanctioned by major tennis governing bodies while the ban remains in force.

The suspension is set to end on October 8, 2050.

A case that raises serious questions about integrity in professional tennis. 🎾

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UCI CANCELS URBAN CYCLING CHAMPIONSHIPS AMID MISSILE STRIKES ON HOST SAUDI ARABIA

National federations were already pulling out of the event which was due to start on November 3

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The UCI has cancelled the 2026 Urban Cycling World Championships with just over two weeks' notice due to the security situation in the host city of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.

Amid a much broader landscape of conflict in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia has come under fire from a series of attacks in recent days that have been linked to the Houthi militia movement in Yemen.

In the past 10 days, the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which is where the vast majority of the athletes and staff would have been flying into, has been struck in several separate missile attacks. Both the airport and aircraft have been targeted in the strikes, which have reportedly killed 18 people and injured hundreds more.

Several national federations had already taken the steps to withdraw from the Urban Cycling World Championships, which comprises BMX Freestyle and Trials and was set to run from November 3-7. Australia's federation stated on Friday that it "cannot justify exposing our athletes and staff to these risks", citing government-issued travel advice.

Several hours later, the UCI and the Saudi Cycling Federation announced that the event "will not proceed" anymore.

"The decision follows a joint assessment of recent developments in the region and their impact on the logistical organisation of the Championships," read a statement from the sport's governing body.

"The UCI regrets having to take this decision and expresses its appreciation to the Saudi Cycling Federation for their support and cooperation throughout preparations for the event. It also thanks the athletes, teams and National Federations for their understanding.

"The Saudi Cycling Federation reaffirms its commitment to developing cycling in the Kingdom and strengthening its partnership with the UCI. These efforts aim to support the growth of the sport, broaden participation and continue attracting major international cycling events to Saudi Arabia in the years ahead."

It is not clear whether the UCI will look to rearrange the 2026 Urban Cycling World Championships at some point down the line, or whether it will simply be scrapped for this year.

The event was set to have a direct impact on the qualification pathway for the Olympic Games in 2028 for BMX Freestyle.

The UCI stated it "will communicate shortly on the sporting consequences of this announcement".

The UCI Urban Cycling World Championships were first held in 2017 and took place in Riyadh in 2025 as part of a two-year hosting deal with the Saudi Cycling Federation.

- Patrick Fletcher

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GIANNI INFANTINO ISSUES PUBLIC APOLOGY AS FIFA ANNOUNCES MASSIVE $6.35 BILLION INVESTMENT PLAN FOLLOWING WORLD CUP SUCCESS

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Gianni Infantino has issued a direct apology following the FIFA Council meeting in Zurich after the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal was permanently scrapped. However, record commercial returns from the 2026 World Cup have allowed the governing body to announce a massive financial boost for member associations.

Massive funding package unveiled

FIFA President Infantino issued a public apology following the latest FIFA Council meeting at the Home of FIFA in Zurich. The chief executive addressed past mistakes regarding the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, which has now been permanently withdrawn.

Despite the governance setback, FIFA presented a landmark financial initiative called the FIFA Surplus Solidarity Programme. Driven by exceptional commercial returns from the 48-team 2026 World Cup, the plan will more than double development funding for the 2027-2030 period.

The total support package will reach $6.35 billion, drawing from an estimated cycle surplus of between $5.2 billion and $5.6 billion. Under the new proposal, allocations per FIFA Member Association will rise to $25 million while maintaining $1.7 billion in hard reserves.

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Infantino addresses the past

The primary focal point of the meeting centred on the withdrawn FFE initiative, which had drawn sharp criticism from key stakeholders in recent months. Infantino took responsibility for how the project was handled and communicated to the global football community.

"As has been said many times since 2016, FIFA’s money, including its reserves, belongs to the 211 FIFA Member Associations, and the proposal to increase investment across all FIFA Member Associations, confederations and other stakeholders to USD 6.35 billion aims to reinforce our unwavering commitment to further supporting football development and access globally thanks to the outstanding financial result of the FIFA World Cup 2026," Infantino stated

"In ten years since I became FIFA President, we have gone from USD 1 million per FIFA Member Association to USD 25 million each – all across the world. At the same time, I would like to thank everyone who has made suggestions over the past few months on the distribution of FIFA’s funds to our 211 FIFA Member Associations as we need to look forward in a spirit of unity and in the best interests of football."

Governance under the microscope

The FIFA Council confirmed that the FFE initiative will not reappear in any form, with externally appointed lawyers updating members on confidential legal proceedings in the United States. A new working group featuring representatives from across the confederations will now examine FIFA's overall governance framework.

To ensure transparency, the distribution of the $6.35 billion funding will align directly with women's football, youth development, long-term projects, and infrastructure. The plan remains subject to final approval mechanisms to ensure strict control and audit standards.

"We held discussions in relation to the FIFA Forward Enterprise project, where everyone had the opportunity to ask questions and express their views," Infantino said.

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Key decisions on horizon

The FIFA administration will now work alongside relevant committees to finalise the eligibility, application, and disbursement rules for the Surplus Solidarity Programme. The full framework will be submitted to the FIFA Council at its next meeting in December 2026.

Several other administrative matters were also progressed during the Zurich summit. The Football Social Responsibility Committee will assess the FIFA Peace Prize, while the Legal Committee conducts a review of disciplinary procedures following Folarin Balogun's suspended ban.

All major proposals, including the expanded funding distribution plan, will ultimately be put forward for formal approval at the 77th FIFA Congress in March 2027.

- Yosua Arya

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EAGLES QB JALEN HIRTS RULED OUT AGAINST THE PANTHERS WITH A 'SUPERFICIAL BLOOD CLOT'

Jalen Hurts is out against the Panthers. Barring any surprises, Tanner McKee will start in his place.

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The Philadelphia Eagles announced on Thursday that Jalen Hurts has a "superficial blood clot" in his calf, and will not play Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers. The Eagles' full statement: 

Or in more easily readable text:

“On Thursday, October 8th, Jalen visited the training room after practice requesting treatment for his calf. He informed the medical staff he had been cleated during the Rams game on October 4th. This was his first treatment session for the calf injury following the game, after having practiced in full both Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, Jalen received treatment, practiced in full, and was added to the practice report.

“Out of an abundance of caution, an ultrasound was performed on Saturday following the team’s flight to London and walkthrough. The ultrasound revealed a superficial blood clot. Our medical staff and doctors in London reviewed the results and concluded that activity and mobility were important and that Jalen could safely play. Doctors recommended a follow-up ultrasound within 72 hours of the game and the return flight to Philadelphia. 

“Jalen played without limitation in the game Sunday, received treatment on Monday and Tuesday, and practiced in full on Wednesday, as reflected in the practice report. Throughout our time in London and this week, we have remained in communication with the league office regarding the matter.  

"On Wednesday night, a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in the small blood clot. Jalen will be out for Sunday’s game vs. the Panthers as we determine the appropriate course of treatment. His health and safety are our highest priority.”

Barring any unexpected roster moves, Tanner McKee will start in place of Hurts on Sunday.

The Eagles listed 24 players on their injury report on Wednesday. The offense currently has the following notable injuries (and other situations), by position:

• Quarterback: Jalen Hurts is ruled out for Sunday. Former QB2 Andy Dalton was cut after a bad performance Week 3 against the Bears.

• Running back: Saquon Barkley did not play Week 5 against the Jaguars, and did not practice on Wednesday. Tank Bigsby is on IR. Will Shipley will be out Week 6 vs. Carolina.

• Wide receiver: DeVonta Smith didn't play Week 5 against the Jaguars, and did not practice on Wednesday. Dontayvion Wicks and Hollywood Brown were both limited.

• Tight end: Nothing notable. Some of the depth guys were limited on Wednesday, like E.J. Jenkins, Grant Calcaterra, and Eli Stowers.

• Offensive tackle: Lane Johnson retired.

• Guard: Landon Dickerson is on IR, but had his 21-day practice window opened this week. Tyler Steen was limited with a shoulder injury.

• Center: Cam Jurgens was traded. Drew Kendall didn't play Week 5 with a knee injury, and he did not practice on Wednesday.

It's pretty safe to say that the Eagles' 2026 season is going poorly.

We will update as we learn more about the severity of Hurts' injury.

- JIMMY KEMPSKI

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BREAKING: RAFAEL CAMARA JOINS HAAS

Rafael Camara will join the Haas F1 Team in 2027 on a multi-year contract, the American team officially confirmed. The 21-year-old Brazilian Ferrari junior driver will replace Esteban Ocon and is expected to partner Oliver Bearman.

Dominating the Junior Series

Camara's promotion to F1 is built on an impressive junior record. He won the 2024 Formula Regional European Championship and then claimed the Formula 3 title in his rookie season in 2025. Currently, he leads the Formula 2 standings by 7 points with two rounds remaining and could become the first driver to win FRECA, F3, and F2 titles in three consecutive seasons.

Impressing Haas in Testing

Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu explained that the decision was made after a rigorous evaluation process including a TPC test at Portimão in August, where Camara drove the team's 2025 car: "He showed us more than just raw speed. Rafa managed to create an environment to get the best out of himself, it was very impressive and certainly the laps he completed were special."

A Proven Path from Ferrari Academy

Camara follows the same path as current Haas driver Oliver Bearman from the Ferrari Driver Academy. Team owner Gene Haas expressed confidence: "These younger drivers are well prepared, and they can make an immediate impact on a team."

CLUB LEGEND ROY KEANE BRANDS MAN UNITED A 'CIRCUS' AFTER LISANDRO MARTINEZ CRITICISM

'I think as a reflection of the club, it's obviously chaos there, like a bit of a circus'

 

CHAOTIC: Roy Keane has branded Manchester United a "circus" following Lisandro Martinez's outburst against the club's hierarchy. Picture: Bradley Collyer/the Press Association.

Manchester United legend Roy Keane believes Lisandro Martinez's criticism of the club hierarchy reflects the "chaos" at Old Trafford.

Speaking on The Overlap podcast, Keane described United as "a bit of a circus".

Speaking after Tuesday's 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, Martinez said he had expected more investment in the squad in the summer and "more from our technical director". In a social media post on Wednesday he said he had spoken out of "anger and frustration".

United have won just one of their opening six Premier League games and are without a victory in any competition in five. They take on Leeds United this weekend.

"There will be some fans saying it's great and some saying you're letting the team down, especially from a player who hasn't been at his best, when the team is struggling," said Keane. "I think as a reflection of the club, it's obviously chaos there, like a bit of a circus.

Look at yourself

"When you're going through a difficult spell like United are, the issue I have with certain players saying things is you always have to start with the man in the mirror before you start coming out with all these comments."

Martinez is 28 and out of contract at the end of the season, though United have the option to extend his deal.

"I don't think it will be a big falling-out - because I think we have question marks over this dressing room anyway," Keane said.

I don't think there's enough characters, enough men in there, but I don't see him as a senior player at Manchester United. I see him as a centre-half who's making lots of mistakes."

Former United defender Gary Neville compared the incident to comments made by Wayne Rooney when they were team-mates in 2010.

Rooney pulled out of contract talks, saying he had not received "any of the assurances I was seeking about the future squad". Two days later he signed a five-year deal and later said staying was the best decision of his career.

"I've got a problem with this from a player's perspective," said Neville. "That is a direct attack on the players you are playing with."

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MESSI'S INTER MIAMI BEAT NEW YORK CITY TO REACH THIRD STRAIGHT MLS PLAYOFF

Messi assist sets Inter Miami on way to 2-0 win against New York City FC as back-to-back wins guarantee playoff place.

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Lionel Messi set up a Rodrigo De Paul goal, and German Berterame snapped his scoring drought as Inter Miami booked their place in the MLS (Major League Soccer) playoffs with a 2-0 win over New York City FC on Wednesday.

Victory gave Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez his first back-to-back wins since taking over as head coach last month, guaranteeing second-placed Miami at least a place in the wild card round of the competition in the United States, with five games left to play.

“I’m leaving happy. Obviously, there’s a lot to improve, but we’re making progress little by little,” Gonzalez said.

Messi – who had scored twice on Saturday after returning to his club side from last week’s emotional Argentina send-off – was again a dangerous presence, playing a hand in both first-half goals.

In the 20th minute, Messi trapped the ball just outside the penalty area and passed it to De Paul, who found Suarez on the byline with a diagonal looping ball.

Suarez rolled it flat across the face of the goal, giving Berterame a simple finish for his first goal since May.

De Paul grabbed Miami’s second on a quick counter with the final kick of the first half. Berterame brought the ball across the halfway line and was slightly fortunate to find Messi to his right with a mishit pass.

Messi drew in three defenders then laid it off with the outside of his left foot to De Paul, who slammed it high to the keeper’s right.

In a goalless second half, Messi sent a curling effort from just outside the box over the bar.

As the game clock hit 90, Messi played a short corner to De Paul, who unleashed a shot from outside the box towards the far top corner. United States national team goalkeeper Matt Freese made a superb diving save, tipping the ball onto the post.

New York City, on a dire streak of just one win in their last 11 MLS games, at least had a chance for a consolation deep in stoppage time with a penalty.

Ian Fray brought down fellow substitute Talles Magno, who turned sharply away from goal and ran into the defender’s trailing leg.

But Dayne St Clair made a brilliant save, flinging himself low and right to palm the ball around the bar.

It was Inter Miami’s second straight clean sheet, after none in their previous 10.

“I really liked how we handled dropping back into defensive shape. We didn’t get caught out on the counter and were very aggressive, breaking up plays whenever a sudden transition from them looked likely,” said Gonzalez.

“Perhaps our ball circulation was a bit too slow at times, but that’s just how the game played out.”

Even with first-place Nashville out of sight this year in the Eastern Conference, the win consolidated Miami’s grip on second and home-field advantage into the playoffs.

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PSG BEAT MAN CITY IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE THRILLER, BARCOLA HITS LIVERPOOL HAT-TRICK

 

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Reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain romped to a 4-2 victory away to embattled Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, while Bradley Barcola hit his first Liverpool goals with a hat-trick in a 6-3 win over LASK in Austria.

Elsewhere on a prolific night of European action, Real Madrid came from 3-1 down to beat Roma 4-3 and Aston Villa demolished Fenerbahce 6-0 at Villa Park.

City were playing at home at the Etihad Stadium for the first time since being found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules over almost a decade that have left them facing the prospect of severe sanctions.

That verdict appeared to be hanging over the City team as PSG raced into a three-goal lead just past the half-hour mark, with Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembele and Vitinha all netting for the French side.

With former boss Pep Guardiola watching on, City produced a second-half fightback as Erling Haaland scored twice to take him to four Champions League goals already this season.

However, PSG got a fourth in between the Norwegian's strikes, with City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma unable to keep out a Maghnes Akliouche shot.

Donnarumma later made some amends by saving a Ferran Torres penalty, but City succumbed by the same margin as in their last Champions League meeting with PSG in January 2025.

Bradley Barcola bagged a hat-trick as Liverpool won 6-3 away to LASK in Austria
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"In the first half we were far superior to a great City side," Paris coach Luis Enrique told broadcaster Canal Plus. "You can think these games are over but it is never the case at this level, and we could have ended up losing."

Back-to-back title-holders PSG have won both Champions League games this season, scoring 10 goals in the process. They face Barcelona next week.

"Even with 3-0 in the first half, with the amount of chances we created in the second half, we deserved more," City coach Enzo Maresca told TNT Sports.

Barcola, a big-money summer signing from PSG, had not found the net for Liverpool before scoring three times at the Raiffeisen Arena after Ronald Araujo had broken the deadlock against the Austrian champions.

Jeremie Frimpong and Lewis Koumas also netted for Andoni Iraola's side, who were 4-0 ahead at one point before LASK scored three times in the space of 15 second-half minutes through Robert Ljubicic and Florian Flecker's brace.

"Obviously I think he has to enjoy this because to score a hat-trick in the Champions League is always very difficult," said Iraola of France forward Barcola.

- Real late show, Villa hit six -

There was a dramatic denouement in Italy, where a Marten de Roon goal and a Donyell Malen brace had Roma 3-1 up against Real Madrid inside the final 10 minutes.

Endrick (R) was among the scorers in Real Madrid's comeback victory against Roma
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However the visitors, who had earlier seen Kylian Mbappe score on his 100th Champions League appearance, produced an incredible late fightback.

Carlos Espi pulled one back in the 82nd minute and Brazil forward Endrick equalised before Antonio Rudiger grabbed a last-minute winner for Jose Mourinho's men.

Swiss international Johan Manzambi opened the scoring for Villa against Fenerbahce on his 21st birthday, setting his club up for their biggest ever European victory.

Nicolas Jackson scored twice before half-time, and Ross Barkley bagged a second-half brace including a penalty. Tammy Abraham completed the scoring, leaving the Turkish side stunned.

Fredrik Sjovold got the only goal of the game as Norway's Bodo/Glimt beat former European champions Borussia Dortmund 1-0, while Real Betis beat Porto 3-2 in Spain.

Abde Ezzalzouli put Betis ahead just after half-time, only for Gabri Veiga and Samuel Aghehowa to hit back for the Portuguese champions. However, Juan Hernandez levelled again and veteran Isco got a late winner.

In Rotterdam, Feyenoord beat Como 3-2 as the Dutch side's coach Giovanni van Bronckhorst got the better of Cesc Fabregas.

Shakhtar Donetsk fans enjoy the Ukrainian team's win over AEK Athens at Stamford Bridge
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Assane Diao gave the Italians the lead but Gjivai Zechiel and Anis Hadj Moussa struck for Feyenoord before an own goal by goalkeeper Robert Sanchez made it 3-1. Anastasios Douvikas then pulled one back.

Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk were playing at home for the first time at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge stadium, and they marked the occasion with a 3-1 win over AEK Athens.

Lovro Majer gave AEK the lead, but a Pedrinho penalty levelled matters before Vinicius Tobias and Gleiker Mendoza sealed the win to leave Shakhtar on four points from two outings.

Stuttgart won 3-0 away to Slovan Bratislava in the night's other game.

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