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The origin story of Manchester United and England’s Jess Park, from her grassroots in Brough to being scouted by Steph Houghton.

It’s another busy round of URC action this weekend, and here are all the kick off times to note for the SA teams playing at home.

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Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana lock horns with Panama at the Moses Mabhida Stadium at 19:00, the SABC Sports television crew will on sight.

Manager Michael O’Neill says he is positive for the future despite a World Cup play-off defeat by Italy in Bergamo, and questions about his own long-term plans.

Wales manager Craig Bellamy says he’s “disappointed” his side couldn’t hold on for victory in their World Cup play-off semi final against Bosnia-Herzegovina, as they conceded an 86th minute equaliser, before going on to lose on penalties after extra time.

England’s Paul Waring shoots a seven-under 63 to lead after the first round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open.

Age is just a number – something Edin Dzeko, 40, is proving to be the case after he helped Bosnia-Herzegovina beat Wales in the World Cup qualifying play-offs.

Bayern Munich want to keep Michael Olise, despite Liverpool interest and possible bid worth more than £170m, while Manchester United will make a formal approach for Sandro Tonali and Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly is another summer target.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill insists the future is bright for his side after they lose their World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy, as they’re beaten 2-0 in Bergamo.

Watch the best of the action as Italy beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in Bergamo to progress to the World Cup play-off final.

Jason Qareqare’s hat-trick inspires a sensational turnaround as Castleford beat Bradford 40-28 at the OneBore Stadium to secure a second Super League win of the season.

Luke Littler produces form close to his sensational best to overpower Michael van Gerwen and win his third Premier League night of the season in Berlin.

Graham Potter’s Sweden are one win from qualifying for the World Cup after Viktor Gyokeres scores a hat-trick in their 3-1 play-off semi-final win over Ukraine.

Watch as Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali gives Italy the lead against Northern Ireland in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo.

Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff.

American Coco Gauff cruises past 13th seed Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her first Miami Open final.

Bafana Bafana host Panama on Friday evening in Durban. Coach Hugo Broos is likely to back changes at the back.

Kaizer Chiefs could sign Tshegofatso Mabasa for free in July. The 29-year-old’s contract with Pirates expires end of June.