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Mbappé Named EA Sports FC 27 Cover Star

Kylian Mbappé is named the cover athlete for EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Edition and for EA Sports FC Mobile, returning to the franchise cover after a four-year absence in the EA Sports FC era. The selection follows his stellar form with Real Madrid, including La Liga top scorer achievements and the Champions League Golden Boot, with EA teasing a gameplay trailer on July 23.

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Taylor retires after 20-year refereeing career

Anthony Taylor, 47, has retired from refereeing after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches, with his final appearance coming in Spain's 1-0 World Cup last-16 win over Portugal. A former prison officer who spent 16 seasons in the Premier League and oversaw major finals and international tournaments, his retirement was lauded as a long and distinguished service by figures such as Howard Webb.

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Paignton train station fire disrupts UK rail services

A major fire at Paignton railway station in Devon prompted seven fire crews and disrupted rail services, with Great Western Railway cancelling or suspending services between Newton Abbot and Paignton and Torre, Torquay and Paignton not being served. Delays are expected to continue into the afternoon as firefighters work to bring the blaze under control.

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