It comes just days after Maccabi Tel Aviv away fans were banned from attending a game at Aston Villa next month. The Tel Aviv football derby was cancelled following “violent riots,” Israeli police say. The game between Tel Aviv sides Hapoel and Maccabi had been due to take place at Bloomfield Stadium, the stadium shared […]

5 months ago

A former Olympian has explained just why athletes at the games have so much sex Obviously with covid affecting the games in Tokyo and strict social distancing measures in place meant it wasn’t quite the same Olympic experience for the athletes. However, in Paris, things quickly returned to normal, allowing athletes to mingle and socialise […]

7 months ago

He had been suffering from an aggressive form of cancer.

1 year ago

Test your knowledge. It’s the greatest week in the horse racing calendar – yes, it’s time for Cheltenham. The great and the good of horse racing will be converging at the famous racecourse to compete for some of the most prestigious prizes in the sport. To celebrate, we’ve put together a little quiz to test […]

1 year ago

Sinner had been cleared of any wrongdoing over two positive drugs test last year World number one Jannik Sinner has been banned from tennis for three months after reaching a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada). The 23-year-old Italian, who won the Australian Open just last month, will be suspended from the sport from […]

1 year ago

It’s understood to be one of the ‘most lucrative sporting contracts ever’ Erling Haaland has committed the majority of his career to Manchester City after signing a huge nine-and-a-half-year deal with the club. The new deal, reported by the Athletic, will keep the Norwegian striker at the Etihad Stadium until the summer 2034, when he […]

1 year ago

He won’t be taking all of it home though Luke Littler has guaranteed himself a huge payday after he reached the final of the World Darts Championship for the second year running. The 17-year-old thrashed Stephen Bunting 6-1 in the semi-finals on Thursday night to move within one game of darts’ biggest prize. He will […]

1 year ago

Quiz the season There’s plenty to love about this time of year, and one of those things is the fantastic amount of football going on. The games come thick and fast now, but before the madness of Boxing Day fixtures and the football bonanza over Twixmas, how about a festive football quiz to get you […]

1 year ago

The Christmas party has also been cancelled Staff at Manchester United have seen their annual Christmas bonus of £100 replaced by a £40 voucher for Marks & Spencer. The move is the latest part of Jim Ratcliffe’s radical cost-cutting at the club since he took control of football operations at Old Trafford on Christmas Eve […]

1 year ago

The Special One could be making a return to the Premier League José Mourinho could be set for a return to the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to reports. The Portuguese manager hasn’t worked in the Premier League since his stint at Tottenham came to an acrimonious end in 2021. Since then, he has […]

1 year ago

The hearing into the charges concluded last week. Manchester City‘s alleged breaches of Premier League rules now total 130, up from the initial 115 announced last year. On Monday, it was widely reported that the three-month hearing into their alleged breaches had concluded at London’s International Dispute Resolution Centre. The Premier League announced in February […]

1 year ago

It was the second time he wrote on the rainbow armband Marc Guehi is not set to face any formal action for writing ‘Jesus loves you’ on his rainbow armband. The Crystal Palace captain wrote a religious message on the armband for the second time ahead of his side’s match against Ipswich last night. This […]

1 year ago

Not everyone in the dressing room was happy with the decision to abandon the jackets, according to reports Manchester United abandoned plans to wear Adidas jackets in support of the LGBTQ+ community after Noussair Mazraoui refused to take part, according to reports. United were due to wear the pride-themed jackets ahead of Sunday’s Premier League […]

1 year ago

The Crystal Palace skipper could now be formally charged by the FA. Marc Guehi wrote on his rainbow armband again, seemingly ignoring a warning from the FA about doing so. Premier League captains were issued with rainbow armbands for their sides’ fixtures last weekend as part of Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign, which runs from 29 […]

1 year ago

‘I must say I am very disappointed with Mo Salah.’ Jamie Carragher has described Mohamed Salah as “selfish” for his comments publicly expressing his frustration at Liverpool not offering him a new contract yet. Liverpool have been the stand-out side in this year’s Premier League so far, and sit eight points clear at the top […]

1 year ago

‘I’ll do anything for a few quid’ Jamie Carragher has revealed he once had a trial at Man United when he was a schoolboy. The footballer-turned-pundit is one of Liverpool’s most legendary names. ‘Carra’ spent his entire career at the club, making 737 appearances for the Reds, a tally only bettered by Ian Callaghan. However, […]

1 year ago

‘This offer is the perfect way to still get in front of people and perform in a different, less strenuous way’ Mike Tyson has been offered a $250,000 (£200k) deal with an adult film company following a cheeky moment during the coverage of his fight against Jake Paul. On Friday night, Tyson was comprehensively beaten […]

1 year ago

Adios to a legend Rafael Nadal bid an emotional farewell to his adoring Spanish fans as the curtain came down on his glittering career last night. The 22-time Grand Slam champion’s career came to an end in Malaga after Spain were knocked out in the Davis Cup quarter-finals by the Netherlands. Nadal had opened the […]

1 year ago

The refereeing body says it is taking the allegations ‘very seriously’ The PGMOL has said it is aware of a new video which appears to show referee David Coote snorting white powder with a bank note. This week, Coote was suspended by the refereeing body after footage emerged of him making derogatory comments about Liverpool […]

1 year ago

Lineker will be stepping away from Match of the Day at the end of the season The BBC could take an unlikely approach to replacing Gary Lineker as host of Match of the Day when he leaves the show at the end of the current season. On Monday it was widely reported that Lineker would […]

1 year ago

‘I hope they give me my medal and pay me the bonus.’ Jose Mourinho has suggested he still could win the Premier League with Manchester United if Manchester City are punished. Mourinho’s Fenerbahce side take on the Red Devils in the Europa League on Thursday. The Special One famously managed at Old Trafford from 2016 […]

1 year ago

It’s the dawn of the giants Francis Ngannou will be making his eagerly anticipated return to MMA as he headlines a stacked card at the PFL Super Fights in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Whether you’re a seasoned MMA fan, have followed Francis’s boxing career or you just have a love for sport, you’re going to want […]

1 year ago

The coroner have shared their initial findings The coroner has shared an update about George Baldock’s cause and time of death. On Wednesday evening, the news broke that the 31-year-old had been found dead in a pool at his home in Athens, Greece. In a statement, his family said: “We can confirm that George has […]

1 year ago

He was sacked from the BBC last month. Jermaine Jenas has posted a message on social media thanking his fans for their support and suggested he would soon return to football broadcasting following his sacking from the BBC for workplace misconduct. Last month, Jenas was sacked by the BBC following an investigation into his conduct […]

1 year ago

President Zelenskyy has said he is ‘outraged’ Oleksandr Usyk was placed in handcuffs and detained during an incident at Krakow Airport. On Tuesday night showed filmed by news channel TVP Info showed the heavyweight world champion being held by police. Usyk was eventually released by police, saying the incident was a “misunderstanding” and thanking people […]

1 year ago

‘I have not been disqualified for cheating, but for being a person, for helping someone’ A Paralympian was disqualified because of an error just two metres from the finish line, denying her a bronze medal. Spanish marathon runner Elena Congost, who was born with degenerative vision impairment, finished third in the women’s T12 marathon event […]

1 year ago

The saga is finally over Ivan Toney has agreed a huge transfer deadline day move to Saudi Arabia. The Brentford man has been at the centre of one of the summer’s longest transfer sagas. The England striker has been linked with a move away from Brentford all summer, and has been left out of Thomas […]

1 year ago

He had collapsed during a game last week Uruguayan footballer Juan Izquierdo has died after collapsing on the pitch during a game, his club has announced. The 27-year-old was playing for Club Nacional in the second leg of a Copa Libertadores round of 16 match at Brazil’s Morumbi stadium on August 22, when he collapsed […]

1 year ago

There’s a ‘pretty good chance’ the move will be successful A big six club has made a late swoop to sign Ivan Toney from Brentford. The England striker has been linked with a move away from Brentford all summer, and has been left out of Thomas Frank’s squad for the first two games of the […]

1 year ago

‘Don’t be sorry, smile.’ Sven-Goran Eriksson has delivered a poignant final goodbye and revealed how he would like people to remember him as part of a new documentary looking back on his life. In January this year, the former England manager revealed he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and had been told he had […]

1 year ago

The former Chelsea and Spurs boss is stepping into the world of international management Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to become the next head coach of the US men’s national team (USMNT), according to reports. The Athletic reports that sources with knowledge of the situation have confirmed the agreement. The appointment is a huge coup for […]

1 year ago

Man City’s hearing has been bought forward The hearing into Manchester City‘s alleged 115 breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations is set to begin next month, according to reports. The Times reports that the hearing has been brought forward to mid-to-late September, having been initially scheduled for November. It is due to last 10 […]

1 year ago

Hope he doesn’t drop it like it’s hot. American rapper Snoop Dogg will be one of the final Olympic flame torchbearers before the opening ceremony in Paris on Friday. The 52-year-old will carry the torch through the streets of Saint-Denis, where the Stade de France is located. This is the penultimate leg of the flame’s […]

1 year ago

There’s much debate about Southgate’s future as England boss. Gary Lineker seemed to take a swipe at Gareth Southgate with a seven-word comment after England’s defeat in the Euro 2024 final. The Three Lions fell to a heartbreaking defeat in the final as Mikel Oyarzabal’s 86th-minute goal won Spain their fourth European Championships. Throughout much […]

1 year ago

These might be the two most evenly matched sides in Europe… Whilst EURO 2024 has provided us with some incredible drama so far, it’s safe to say this was rarely the case in Group C. The group, made up England, Denmark, Slovenia and Serbia, came to a conclusion last night with two 0-0 draws. Five […]

1 year ago

Tributes have flooded in for the former Premier League striker Former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has died at the age of 54, it has been confirmed. At the end of May, both Arsenal and Everton released statements announcing that Campbell had been admitted to hospital and was seriously ill. And on Saturday morning, […]

1 year ago

World Aquatics has hailed the decision Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas will not be allowed to compete at the Olympics this year after her legal battle against World Aquatics was dismissed. The 25-year-old had launched legal action against the governing body over their decision to ban transgender women from competing in women’s elite races if they […]

1 year ago

It’s a second season without major silverware for Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo was inconsolable after his Al-Nassr side lost the Saudi Cup final. Al-Nassr lost 5-4 on penalties to Al-Hilal in the King’s Cup final at the end of a game that finished 1-1 after extra time. The defeat meant that Ronaldo ended a second successive […]

1 year ago

It’s another new crest for the Villa Aston Villa have unveiled their new club crest, and if it feels like you heard something very similar to that not too long ago, then you’re not alone. On Friday morning, the West Midlands club revealed their new crest in a snazzy video on social media, which featured […]

1 year ago

Usyk vs Fury 2 has been confirmed The rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury has been confirmed for December 21. The bout will once again take place in Saudi Arabia, after Usyk was crowned undisputed heavyweight champion of the world earlier this month in Riyadh. More to follow. Related links: Anthony Joshua’s world title […]

1 year ago

The board will have plenty of control over the manager and team Jim Ratcliffe is said to have set out five new rules that any Manchester United manager must follow if they want to work out the club. A few days after United’s FA Cup triumph against Manchester City, Erik ten Hag’s future at the […]

1 year ago

United could be demoted to the UEFA Conference League Manchester United’s owners have released a statement following reports that UEFA regulations will see the club blocked from playing in the Europa League. The Red Devils’ shock 2-1 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup final over the weekend saw the club qualify for UEFA’s […]

1 year ago

The United legend has been approached for an interview Wayne Rooney is reportedly in line for a return to management at Plymouth Argyle. The Telegraph reports that Rooney has been approached for an interview by the Championship side, who have been on the hunt for a new manager ever since they sacked Ian Foster in […]

1 year ago

‘Not a great look that’ Liverpool fans have noticed that one player didn’t clap as Jurgen Klopp was given a guard of honour following his final game in charge of the club. It was an emotional day at Anfield as the German manager brought the curtain down on his nine years spell at the club […]

1 year ago

‘They don’t want to beat us.’ Rodri took a swipe at Arsenal’s mentality after Manchester City won their fourth consecutive Premier League title on Sunday. City beat West Ham 3-1 on the final day to finish two points ahead of the Gunners in the table and become the first team in English football history to […]

1 year ago

The end of an era Ian Wright was tearing up as he made his final appearance on Match of the Day, during which he was presented with a special gold cap. The Arsenal legend had announced in December that this season would be his last as a pundit on Match of the Day. And on […]

1 year ago

Bruno Fernandes was dragged away from a Sky Sports interview by manager Erik Ten Hag, just as he was talking about his future at Man United.

1 year ago

The summer clear-out continues Manchester United are reportedly set to say goodbye to another star player this summer. According to the Sun, Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s time at United will come to an end after the end of this season, with the defender set to bid farewell to Old Trafford on Wednesday night when the Red Devils […]

1 year ago

Southgate has emerged as the bookies’ favourite to take over at Old Trafford Gareth Southgate has given a clear response after being asked about rumours of him being the next Manchester United manager. For weeks now, there has been intense speculation about Erik ten Hag‘s future as United boss, with the Dutchman set to oversee […]

1 year ago

Mourinho would ‘walk’ to Manchester for a second spell at the club Jose Mourinho would like to return to Manchester United for a second stint at the club, according to sources close to the manager. It’s as speculation mounts over the future of current United boss Erik ten Hag. On Monday night, the Red Devils […]

2 years ago