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Hockey news — August 12, 2026

Publications tagged with Hockey published on August 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. SportsSouth AmericaAmerican FootballHockey

    Arsenal's Persistent Pursuit of Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa

    Arsenal are still keen on signing Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa despite valuation differences. Villa value Konsa at £60m, while Arsenal's highest offer is around £40m. Konsa, who played 48 games last season and was a key player for England at the World Cup, is Arsenal's first-choice option for a new defender. Talks have been ongoing, but a deal is yet to be reached. Konsa is expected to return from holiday this week, which could speed up negotiations.
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  2. SportsMiddle EastHockeyRoads

    Former Donegal All-Ireland Winner James McHugh Dies in Cavan Crash; Wife Noreen Also Dies

    Former Donegal All-Ireland winner James McHugh (62) died following a car crash in Co. Cavan on Monday afternoon. His wife Noreen (60s) was also killed in the collision, which involved a car and a van on the N3 at Drummallaght between Virginia and Cavan town. McHugh played inter-county football for Donegal from 1990 until 1998, winning two Ulster Championships and an All-Ireland in 1992. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage from the area between 1pm and 2pm.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastHockey

    Alexis Sánchez Joins CF Montreal in MLS

    After a successful career in Europe, Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez, 37, has signed with CF Montreal in Major League Soccer (MLS). Sánchez, who played for top clubs like Barcelona, Arsenal, and Inter Milan, will join Montreal as a Designated Player. He has agreed to a two-year contract, with an option for a third year. Sánchez is Chile's all-time leading scorer and has won multiple league titles and Copa América tournaments.
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