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Liverpool 'abandon' Xabi Alonso pursuit with new manager hunt down to two choices

The Spanish coach will stay at Bayer Leverkusen for one more season.


Andy Murray issues update on injury as British star faces spell on sidelines

Andy Murray will only miss the opening two matches of the clay court season after suffering an ankle injury at the Miami Open


Women’s team with five transgender players ‘broke opponent’s leg’ and had parents fearing for girls’ safety

A women’s football competition has been branded misogynist after it was won by a team featuring five transgender players, amid accusations one had broken an opponent’s leg in two places. Flying Bats FC won every match they played during the four-week Beryl Ackroyd Cup, including a 10-0 victory in which one of their trans players scored a double hat...


‘Novak Djokovic’s problem is psychological’, assesses Roger Federer’s former coach

"Undoubtedly, 'Nole' must have fire inside, otherwise he is missing something."


Cole Campbell: The newly-recruited USMNT starlet trying to follow in Christian Pulisic and Giovani Reyna's footsteps at Borussia Dortmund

The rising star recently joined up with U.S. Soccer, becoming the latest dual-national to commit to the program


Arsenal embraced Guardiola’s three-word warning as Man City screwed by England but not Portugal

Arsenal should be far happier with how the international break went than Manchester City, who will be asking England why they couldn't act like Portugal.


Liverpool: €100m Real Madrid demand for Mbappe’s ‘main victim’ sees Hughes eye move for West Ham star

Liverpool could reportedly abandon their pursuit of Real Madrid forward Rodrygo this summer if the Spanish side refuse to lower their asking price.


Man Utd ‘refuse to compromise’ with Prem side over fee for key man, slowing all business down

Manchester United are reportedly 'refusing to compromise' with Newcastle United over the fee they want for Dan Ashworth, and both sides will have to make transfer moves without sporting directors in place in the interim.


Tennis legend calls out transgender athletes

This week, an Australian soccer tournament made headlines when five transgender women were permitted to play in a women’s tournament and ultimately led their team to victory and a substantial cash prize. And tennis legend Martina Navratilova is not at all happy about it. According to a report from The Daily Mail Australia, five transgender women competed in the pre-season Beryl Ackroyd Cup women’s soccer tournament in Sydney, Australia, where...


Liverpool take Alonso rejection as hilariously badly as Newcastle with ‘stained’ Ashworth exit

One Liverpool journalist was still coming to terms with Jurgen Klopp leaving before the blow of Xabi Alonso's rejection. And Dan Ashworth catches strays.


Willie Kirk sacked as Leicester boss after investigation into alleged player relationship

Willie Kirk sacked as Leicester boss after investigation into alleged player relationship - Kirk was suspended by the Women’s Super League club earlier this month and a statement said the 45-year-old had ‘breached the team’s code of conduct’


Liverpool handed Andy Robertson boost as Alisson and Trent Alexander-Arnold set return dates

Liverpool feared the worst when Andy Robertson hobbled off in midweek but the full-back's injury issue is only minor and he will be in contention to play sooner than the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold


The tragic death of former boxing world champion Alesia Graf at the age of 43


Chelsea set to be deducted ‘more than 10 points’ for ‘serious’ PSR rule breach – reports

Chelsea are set to be deducted more than ten points if they breach the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules next season, according to reports.


Tyler Adams has no time to waste - America's captain is ready to prove himself once more in the Premier League as USMNT Copa America preparation continues

The midfielder is getting closer to full fitness and, after a strong international break, it's time to make an impact at Bournemouth


Mauricio Pochettino names 'sad' Chelsea star who arrived with problems

'It's a sad situation, no?'


Chelsea to ‘come in strong’ for Brazil starter who’ll cost record fee after multiple ‘refused’ offers

Chelsea are one of five clubs who it's said will 'come in strong' for Brazilian goalkeeper Bento, who has started back-to-back international games, and his club have 'refused' multiple offers for him.


Arsenal winners and losers from international break as fates of Gunners duo poles apart

Mikel Arteta will largely be breathing a sigh of relief after the majority of his Arsenal players returned in tact - while Aaron Ramsdale and Ben White have had contrasting England fortunes


Man Utd ‘angry’ over treatment of youngster with La Liga loanee tipped to return to Old Trafford

Manchester United are not happy with how Hannibal Mejbri's loan spell with Sevilla has unfolded with the youngster now tipped to return to Old Trafford in the summer.


How Brighton’s sister club turned into the ‘cheat code’ of European football

How Brighton’s sister club turned into the ‘cheat code’ of European football - Les Unionistes look to win their first Belgian title since 1935 with a unique set-up, aided by Brighton in the Premier League


Roy Keane makes confident prediction for Man City v Arsenal title clash

It could be the defining game of the season.


Will Gio Reyna finally get a chance? Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo refuses to commit to more playing time despite starring role for USMNT

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo has not given Gio Reyna much hope of improved game time despite the American's starring role for the USMNT.


Xabi Alonso explains decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen next season

Xabi Alonso explains decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen next season - Alonso had the choice between Liverpool and Bayern Munich, but will remain with Leverkusen


Ruben Amorim gets Premier League backing for Liverpool job as Reds dealt Xabi Alonso blow

Liverpool have yet to make an announcement on the successor to Jurgen Klopp, with the Reds' current manager calling time on his Anfield stint after nine years in charge


Chiefs pay price for Damian McKenzie decision as front-row’s wonder try inspires Crusaders

The Chiefs paid the price for resting star fly-half Damian McKenzie when they lost to the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday.


Premier League ball boys and girls given new instructions amid 'unfair advantage' claim

The new instructions are due to come into force after a number of flashpoints involving ball boys and ball girls this season, including a notable FA Cup incident


Premier League make rule change that fans claim 'wasn't needed' after ball boy incidents

The Premier League have made a change to the way ball boys and girls operate during matches, but it's fair to say that football fans aren't impressed with the decision


Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul "nod and wink" theory raised by Conor McGregor's coach

Many of the rules for Tyson and Paul's fight are unknown and McGregor's coach John Kavanagh has questioned if there’s been "a wink and nod" behind the stage


Carlos Alcaraz forced to accept brutal reality as he slumps to shock Miami Open defeat

Carlos Alcaraz could have no complaints as he was forced to accept the brutal reality that he was beaten by a better player.


All Blacks and France in tug-of-war for teenage sensation as Hurricanes starlet ‘wanted’ by five Top 14 giants

A transfer saga is hotting up as clubs in France battle to bring in a much sough-after New Zealand-based talent.


Chelsea plans for top youngsters revealed as huge summer awaits

Chelsea plans for top youngsters revealed as huge summer awaits - Several Blues youngsters have decisions to make around their futures after being called upon in injury crisis


DJ Burns Jr. height and weight: NC State star explains his 'Zach Randolph body,' playing style

The lone double-digit seed in this year's Sweet 16 is led by one of the most entertaining players in college basketball. Here's what you need to know about DJ Burns' size and playing style.


Liverpool's two main candidates to succeed Jurgen Klopp emerge after Xabi Alonso blow

Xabi Alonso has been struck off the shortlist to replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, leaving two other managers for Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes to consider


Xabi Alonso to Liverpool: Huge new Bayern claim puts Hughes back in mix, but major hurdle looms large

A Bayern Munich chief has spoken about his club's move for Xabi Alonso, who has also been tipped to return to Liverpool


Pep Guardiola names the Arsenal star every Premier League club would want to sign

What a signing he's been.


Jurgen Klopp invites former Liverpool star to training to 'learn his methods' - report

Jurgen Klopp has invited Fernando Torres back to Liverpool training to learn his methods.


Who is Austrian heptathlon superstar Ivona Dadic?


Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders on track for first win over Chiefs at halftime - Live

The defending champions are still winless entering the sixth round of the season.


Bryan Robson sends Erik ten Hag message to Man Utd and addresses Gareth Southgate rumours

Are Ten Hag's days numbered at Old Trafford?


Gary Neville names three managers who would be 'bad fits' for Manchester United

'That doesn’t feel right.'


Luke Littler wins first Premier League Darts title at ninth attempt with Belfast victory

Luke Littler earned his first Premier League Darts success at the ninth time of asking when he saw off Nathan Aspinall in the final, having beaten Luke Humphries and Michael van Gerwen along the way


Report: Chiefs Have Officially Signed Longtime Rugby Star

The Kansas City Chiefs are taking a chance on a longtime Rugby player. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Chiefs have agreed to a contract with European rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit. No official details about the terms of the contract have been released. The Chiefs see Rees-Zammit as a ...


Manchester United XI vs Brentford: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest

Manchester United XI vs Brentford: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest - A few fresh injury concerns for Erik ten Hag to juggle


Gary Neville admits he wanted ‘disgraceful’ Man Utd relegated for ‘absolute crime’

Man Utd legend Gary Neville admits the Red Devils and the five other clubs "who were willing to destroy" English football should have been relegated.


Man Utd summer transfer plans on hold as 'stalemate' continues with Newcastle over Dan Ashworth

Manchester United are standing firm over Dan Ashworth as they refuse to pay his compensation fee which could force their incoming chief executive to lead their transfer activity


Ferguson, Guardiola snubbed as Carragher names ‘most important’ manager ever; Man Utd, Man City legends ranked

Jamie Carragher has ranked Man Utd icon Sir Alex Ferguson and Man City legend Pep Guardiola, but a 'unique' coach is football's most crucial figure


Warriors confirm 2025 return to NRLW Premiership after five-year absence

The Warriors women were withdrawn from the competition during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta has five injury worries amid warning for Man City clash

Arsenal are sweating on the fitness of some of their key players for the crucial trip to Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday following a bruising international break


Carlos Alcaraz candidly admits how Grigor Dimitrov made him feel in Miami masterclass

"I was talking to my team saying that I don't know what I have to do. I don't know his weakness."


5 things we spotted from Liverpool training as stars return but new problems arise

Jurgen Klopp has welcomed back his Liverpool players from international duty as the Reds prepare for the first of 10 huge Premier League games between now and May