Miguel Almiron became the first player to be sent off for covering his mouth during an altercation with an opponent, but Paraguay clung on for a 1-0 World Cup win over Turkey.

The former Newcastle player was dismissed following a VAR review in first-half stoppage time. Almiron had covered his mouth while speaking to Turkey’s Baris Yilmaz.

Any player covering their mouth in a confrontational situation with an opponent may now be sanctioned with a red card.

The rule change came is in light of the controversy surrounding Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni and Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr in a Champions League game in February. Prestianni covered his mouth during a confrontation with Vinicius, who accused him of racist abuse. This was unable to be proven but Prestianni received a six-game ban from Uefa for homophobic conduct.

“If the conversation is friendly, they can continue to do it without any problem,” refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina explained. “When the conversation is confrontational, covering the mouth means that you are doing something very wrong, potentially, and the sanction is the red card.”

Matias Galarza gave Paraguay a second-minute lead as he collected a pass from Julio Enciso and fired a low effort into the bottom corner from 20 yards.

With both sides having lost their opening game, there was plenty at stake at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium and the tension soon led to a fiery encounter.

Mert Muldur’s header from a free-kick hit the crossbar and post before bouncing away as Turkey came close to a 33rd-minute equaliser.

Given their numerical advantage it was no surprise that Turkey dominated the second half, with Orlando Gill saving from Abdulkerim Bardakci.

Enciso fired a good chance wide on the counter attack while Can Uzun missed from six yards out at the other end.

Needing a goal to maintain any chance of progressing, Turkey became increasingly desperate as Gill denied Uzun and Deniz Gul put the rebound off target. Merih Demiral headed a stoppage-time effort wide as defeat saw Turkey eliminated.

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James Burrows, who co-created Cheers and directed Will & Grace, has died aged 85, his family has confirmed.

The TV legend had a decades-long career that saw him take the helm behind the camera on shows like Friends, Frasier and Taxi.

He was impressively decorated, having won 11 Emmy Awards, including back-to-back wins in 1980 and 1981 for his work on the latter show.

Burrows was especially known for his skill in working with less experienced actors and directing successful pilots, like he did with the cast of Friends.

His lasting legacy in the world of sitcoms can be seen by the introduction of a four-camera setup, as oppose to three, for which he is credited.

In a statement to People, his family said: ‘We celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of James ‘Jimmy’ Burrows, who passed away peacefully today surrounded by his loving family.’

‘For more than five decades, Burrows was one of the most influential and beloved directors in television history.

‘As a legendary director, mentor, and creative force, he helped shape generations of comedy and brought immeasurable joy to audiences around the world.’

The director was the co-creator of NBC’s hit comedy Cheers, alongside Glen and Les Charles.

He was also the director for all 188 episodes of NBC’s Will & Grace from 1998 – 2006, and 246 in total (including the revival).

After listing the many shows that Burrows ‘was instrumental in creating’, his family said: ‘But beyond his remarkable achievements, Burrows will be remembered for something even greater: his kindness, generosity, and unwavering belief in the people around him.

‘He possessed a rare ability to make everyone better and was known for remembering every person he met by name, making colleagues at every level feel seen, valued, and appreciated.

‘Burrows understood that great comedy was never simply about laughter. It was about humanity, connection, and truth. That understanding became the foundation of a career that forever changed television.’

Born in Los Angeles, he was the son of writer-director Abe Burrows, who worked for radio comedies at the time of his birth. The family soon relocated to New York and his father wrote the book for Broadway classics such an Guys and Dolls, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and Can Can.

Burrows went on to attend Yale University School of Drama and moved to LA after graduating before moving back to New York where he began his directing career.

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YouTuber Danny from the Honest Places channel visited Bundoran, County Donegal, and was left unimpressed with the popular Irish seaside resort

A YouTuber who suffered an assault outside one of Glasgow’s “roughest pubs” earlier this year headed to a well-known Irish coastal resort hoping for a more enjoyable time – but ended up deflated and captured his feelings in just two words.

Danny, who runs the Honest Places channel, has garnered a loyal audience by documenting drinking escapades across the UK, Ireland and further afield.

His latest venture saw him link up with fellow YouTuber Stumpy, also recognised as The Northern Ireland Traveller.

The duo descended upon Bundoran in County Donegal, a compact yet picturesque seaside town situated on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Renowned as Ireland’s surfing capital, National Geographic previously ranked it among the world’s top 20 surf destinations. Bundoran also boasts natural splendour with its magnificent beaches, dramatic cliffs and breathtaking ocean panoramas.

Upon touchdown in the town, which is just 14 minutes away from the border, Danny likened it to the “Blackpool equivalent of Ireland” while observing a ferris wheel visible from his hotel window.

The two savoured a swift pint of Guinness before Danny took the plunge into the Atlantic ahead of their planned pub crawl.

Yet, while wandering the streets, they discovered numerous establishments had their doors closed.

Baffled, Danny remarked: “Is something happening today? Look at the weather. People should be making loads of money.”

He subsequently commented: “Jesus, we are getting desperate, it might be a sober night.”

The duo ultimately found themselves at The Railway Bar, which proved an instant success with the friends who commended the establishment, its team and the standard of Guinness on offer.

The landlady revealed that certain bars only operated during weekends before the visitors finished their beverages and explored some of the amusement arcades.

Subsequently, the pair remained puzzled by the shortage of operating pubs, with Danny stating: “Without the beach, and without the fairground rides, the place would literally be a ghost town of Ireland. It would be a ghost town. It’s done for. It’s a ghost town and it’s the end of May after a bank holiday and the kids are off.

“You expect it to be busier like families coming here but it is what it is.”

He went on to note that “at least Blackpool has open boozers” and expressed his frustration when establishments failed to keep their Google opening hours current.

Nevertheless, fortunes began to improve after locals pointed them towards The Celtic Marine Bar, which Danny described as aesthetically among his top pubs.

They also discovered a “little hidden gem” upon visiting The Birds Nest Bar.

Despite appreciating several of the venues that welcomed them, Danny concluded that he believed the town was “really struggling”.

Stumpy, typically recognised for his upbeat perspective, expressed his dismay: “I’m really disappointed in it. I was expecting a lot more because I know loads of people who travel from Belfast and they go to Bundoran all the time and honestly I don’t understand what they are coming here for. There are so many nicer places in Ireland.”

He continued: “Everyone we have met has been lovely, but like, what’s the big fascination with it?”

Nevertheless, while wandering towards the beach, Danny appreciated the remarkable scenery, ultimately concluding that Bundoran’s finest feature was its breathtaking sunset.

He remarked: “It’s majestic. It goes over the mountains of Donegal.”

Before concluding, he summarised his impressions of the town succinctly: “Rundown town. Neglected town.”

Following the video’s release, which can be viewed in its entirety here, a Bundoran resident commented: “Still nice in summer but the night life is done.”

Another observer noted: “Bit of a ghost town but what a sunset.”

In the town’s defence, one individual responded: “A ghost town outside of peak summer months but my brother and partner’s father owns a caravan either side of Bundoran and it is good craic in summer when all the northerners are up and the bars are busy.”

Initial details of the proposal to move Johnsons of Whixley,  between York and Harrogate, have been filed with North Yorkshire Council.

The wholesale business would be relocated from the current site east of Station Road and south of the A59 to a location less than two miles away east of the A168 off Whixley Lane.

The applicants have submitted a screening report to request a decision on whether an environmental impact assessment should be submitted with the future planning application.

The report states: “The existing nursery is within the boundary of Maltkiln new settlement, which is subject to an outline planning application.

“It is therefore necessary for an alternative location for the nurseries site in order for phase one of the new settlement to come forward.”

The relocation of the nursery is not included in the planning application for the new settlement.

The proposed new site consists of agricultural land but the report argues: “Whilst the proposal may result in a change of use of part of an agricultural holding to employment uses, it would enable the relocation and continuation of horticultural activities, which constitute an agricultural use.”

It adds that the scheme is not expected to have significant environmental effects.

The report concludes that an environmental impact assessment is not needed for the development

The business needs to relocate to allow Maltkiln to be created around Cattal Railway Station.

Members of North Yorkshire Council’s executive voted to adopt a masterplan framework for Maltkiln in March.

Council chiefs were told building work could start on the development within “a year or two”.

The plans have faced criticism from local residents and community leaders, particularly around communication and consultation, with the council accused of holding stakeholder meetings without inviting parish councillors.

Concerns have also expressed about the level of infrastructure to support the development.

Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) reaches a dark place in Emmerdale soon as she becomes overwhelmed with keeping two life-changing secrets.

The beloved character was sexually assaulted by Doctor Caitlin Todd (Caroline Harker) a few weeks ago. Prior to this attack taking place, Todd had discovered the truth about baby Leyla’s parentage and was blackmailing Charity for money in exchange for keeping her secret.

Doctor Todd wanted a massive £100k from Charity, causing her to rush around in a panic to try and find it all. In an attempt to put even more pressure on Charity, Caitlin told her that she’d reveal the secret at Sarah Sugden’s (Katie Hill) birthday party if the deadline wasn’t met.

Charity spiralled and turned to drinking alcohol to try and block out her problems. The booze made her bold though, and she took a stand and said that Caitlin should go right ahead and tell Sarah the truth.

This move made Doctor Todd feel as though she wasn’t in control of the situation, eventually leading to her attacking Charity. In the immediate aftermath, Charity took herself to the police station and reported the assault.

DS Reid (Angela Lonsdale) told Charity that Doctor Todd would be arrested. This happened, but she was released not long after her interview due to lack of evidence, and Caitlin claiming that the sex she had with Charity was consensual.

Caitlin left the village to begin her new job in Sheffield. She’s escaped justice for now, and it’s left Charity completely beside herself.

Charity believes that she cannot tell anyone about what Doctor Todd did because she feels as though she’d have to tell them about baby Leyla as well. Her mental health is struggling under the weight of these secrets, and Charity’s loved ones have now picked up on something being wrong.

She decided to tell Sarah and Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) that she has post-natal depression.It’s a lie within a lie, and it’s made the situation so much worse because Sarah is now blaming herself for Charity’s poor state of mind.

Things become so unbearable for Charity in next week’s episodes, she climbs into her car and leaves the village.

In this new video, we see Charity at her most fragile, standing at the edge of a lake and ignoring calls from Mackenzie.

At home, Vanessa Woodfield (Michelle Hardwick), Sarah, Noah Dingle (Jack Downham) and Mack are all panicking about where Charity has gone.

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Unable to deal with the worry, Mackenzie phones the police.

In the scenes that follow after, Charity is startled when a stranger appears from the bushes.

Seeing her in distress, the stranger reaches out to Charity, but as she touches her, Charity turns round and wallops her. 

The stranger is surprisingly understanding, claiming her actions are that of someone who doesn’t want to be touched without giving permission. Who is this person? 

She assures Charity she can trust her and Charity is on the verge of opening up. But could it be a mistake? Could she open up to this stranger, only for them to turn out to be a newbie in the village with no loyalty to keep Charity’s information a secret?

Elsewhere, there’s a danger as Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) is on the verge of cracking too as Mack leans on her. One way or another, is Charity about to be set free by the truth?

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Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Enforcement, Councillor Caroline Sargent said: “Anti-social driving is incredibly dangerous, and we do not want it in Westminster. This ruling is a fantastic result for the Council and its partners which will make our streets safer whilst offering residents respite from the excessive noise.”

The Soho Society seems to hope by curtailing clubs’ operating hours and objecting to any venue opening after 11pm, it’ll grind Soho’s streets into submission. But Soho’s circadian rhythm isn’t so easily interrupted. It begins with beeping binmen, the call of delivery drivers, the bustle of market traders and shopkeepers unshuttering, followed by the buzz of incoming office workers, excitable tourists, restaurant and bar staff and — as the crowds on the streets swell — the late lunchers clashing with the early-evening din outside the John Snow, the Coach and Horses and the French House. Dating couples arrive, along with cackling girls and gay boys, screaming, caterwauling, disappearing in and out of bars, catching the tail end of their karaoke, giggling as they enter sex shops, staggering out of Trisha’s, screaming joy and anger.

Manchester City transfer news with Claudio Echeverri facing pivotal summer after difficult 12 months

A little over a year ago Claudio Echeverri made a surprise Manchester City debut off the bench in the FA Cup final.

Twelve months on and it’s hard to see the 20-year-old being involved in the first team picture come the new season.

Echeverri joined City in 2024 before returning to former club River Plate on loan. He arrived in Manchester in January 2025 amid great fanfare given his talent and the excitement around what the future held.

Guardiola gave the Argentine his debut ahead of far more senior options at Wembley against Crystal Palace and the playmaker then scored a superb free kick in the Club World Cup before injury ended his tournament.

Echeverri moved to Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen on loan last summer but struggled for minutes in Germany and, speaking in November, Guardiola referenced Echeverri’s agent, Enzo Montepaone, when asked about the possibility of recalling him in January, delivering a short response that hinted at frustration at the way things had gone wrong for the Argentina Under-23 international.

“It is a question for his beautiful agent,” Guardiola said when asked if City might bring him back in January.

As it was the loan was cancelled with neither City or Leverkusen pleased with how it went, and Echeverri went to Girona, who badly wanted him last summer and where City would have ideally sent him.

He featured more frequently in Spain, making 17 appearances in La Liga as opposed to the six league matches he played for Leverkusen, but he was unable to force his way into the first choice XI and as a result was not really in the conversation when Argentina announced their World Cup squad.

Echeverri will now be back at City for pre-season and could well tour with the Blues and be given minutes in Asia with so many senior stars at the World Cup. That will offer the youngster a chance to stake his claim but another loan currently seems the more likely option for the promising playmaker.

It’s one that needs to be right if City and Echeverri are able to build on that Wembley debut.

Philadelphia was painted yellow as Brazil fans flooded into the city in their tens of thousands.

There were many ticketless supporters who travelled large distances to watch the game on television in bars, just happy to be in the same city as their heroes played on the World Cup stage.

Ancelotti struck a defiant tone at his post-match news conference, where the first question was: This was an improvement on Morocco, but what didn’t you like about the match?

“We were much better first half. In the second half, they had little bit more control, but we had opportunities to score more goals. All in all it was a good match,” said the Italian, who was appointed in May 2025 to end Brazil’s long wait for a sixth world title.

It was followed by a question about Manchester United’s Cunha: Having scored twice against Haiti, would he remain in the centre-forward role for the next match against Scotland in Miami next Wednesday?

“We’ll see,” added the Italian.

“I think that Matheus’ position was a good position for creating problems for the defence. And he filtered his passes very well, and his position was a good position to be effective at the front.

“It can be an option. We discussed this yesterday. I don’t want a clear identity. Maybe we will change this on the next match.”

After answering a question about tactics and then Vinicius Jr – who now has six goal involvements in six World Cup appearances (three goals, three assists) – Ancelotti was asked about the performance once more.

“It was what I expected for this match,” he said.

“There were less mistakes [than against Morocco], more effectiveness going forward, this was a good match.”

Speaking about the next match against Scotland, Ancelotti added: “We don’t think about knocking out [Scotland]. We think about playing well and improving, and we analyse the match.

“If we can reach the first position of the group, that would be important for the future. So we want to prepare well for that match.

“Scotland can create a problem. They created problems to Morocco. And so we have to focus on the match and be calm and keep on working to improve.”