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John McGinn Nears 100 Scotland Caps and Rejects 'Undroppable' Label

His comments highlight selection debate over his recent international form.

Alan Knight, Portsmouth Goalkeeper Legend, Dies Aged 65

University of Sunderland to Award Luke O'Nien an Honorary Doctorate

Dennis Reinbold, Owner of Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, Dies at 65

Francesco Friedrich Delays Retirement Call After Cortina, Coach Points to Return

Troy Williamson Stuns Callum Simpson With 10th-Round KO to Take British, Commonwealth and European Titles

Granada Names Bola de Oro Sports Complex for María Pérez, Unveils Facade Mural

Chloe Kelly Celebrates Back-to-Back Euros With Viral Hanwell Street Party

Agyemang Named Young Player of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 as London Parade Approaches

Eddie Howe Granted Freedom of Newcastle After Carabao Cup Triumph

Allianz Arena Address Renamed to Honor Franz Beckenbauer

Minnesota Twins Unveil Joe Mauer Statue at Target Field

NBA Legend and Seattle Icon Slick Watts Dies at 73

Cycling Legend Michael Hübner Passes Away at 65