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Australia pulled off a historic run chase against England in the Champions Trophy, with Josh Inglis' unbeaten century steering the team to victory. Despite a strong performance by England's Ben Duckett, Australia's depth and fielding prowess proved decisive, achieving a five-wicket win with just 15 balls to spare.

Aston Villa achieved a thrilling 2-1 victory over Chelsea, thanks to Marco Asensio's double strike with assists from Marcus Rashford. Despite Chelsea's early lead by Enzo Fernandez, goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga's mistake proved costly. Villa's win halts their poor run, climbing to 8th in the league, as Chelsea's struggles continue, extending their winless streak.

Philippe Clement, the manager of Rangers, addresses speculation about his future with the team as pressure mounts from recent poor performances. He dismisses rumors of an American takeover affecting his role and underscores his commitment to team improvement. While acknowledging the team's recent struggles, he emphasizes long-term development and collective responsibility to regain fan trust.

Arsenal faced a setback as West Ham claimed a 1-0 victory at the Emirates, dealing Arsenal their first home league defeat of the season. Jarrod Bowen's crucial header and a red card to Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly were pivotal, leaving Arsenal eight points behind leaders Liverpool.

Arsenal's Premier League title ambitions took a hit with a 1-0 defeat against West Ham at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners faltered as Jarrod Bowen's goal sealed the win for the visitors. A key red card for Myles Lewis-Skelly further foiled Arsenal's efforts, now eight points shy of Liverpool.

Australia made history by successfully chasing 352 against England in the ICC Champions Trophy. The victory was led by Josh Inglis with an impressive 120*, supported by Alex Carey. Despite Ben Duckett's record 165 for England, Australia's resilience prevailed, boosting their tournament prospects.

In a show of force, Brighton & Hove Albion triumphed over Southampton with a 4-0 victory, marking their third consecutive win and improving their position in the Premier League to eighth place, enhancing hopes for European qualification. Meanwhile, Southampton struggles continue, now 13 points behind safety.

In a gripping encounter in Riyadh, Callum Smith emerged victorious over Joshua Buatsi via unanimous decision, claiming the WBO interim light-heavyweight title. Both fighters demonstrated remarkable skill and determination, with Smith's strategic body shots playing a pivotal role. This triumph opens doors for Smith's future world title pursuits, while Buatsi remains a formidable contender.

Philippe Clement described Rangers' 2-0 home loss to St Mirren as their worst performance during his tenure. This defeat followed their Scottish Cup exit against Queen’s Park, raising concerns about the team's future. Although Clement led Rangers to a League Cup win after his appointment, the club is now 13 points behind Celtic.

Shakur Stevenson maintained his unbeaten record by stopping Josh Padley in the ninth round to retain the WBC lightweight title in Riyadh. This marks his second title defense, with Padley unable to withstand Stevenson's precision and skill, despite stepping in as a last-minute replacement. Stevenson's strategic body shots were crucial in securing the victory.