Football

Liverpool announce second player departure this summer; no new contract

Jurgen Klopp, Pep Lijnders, Joel Matip and so many others are leaving Liverpool this summer but this isn’t the end of the farewells – with another player now leaving the club.

Thiago Alcântara view on Liverpool speaks volumes after playing for three huge clubs

Thiago Alcântara will leave Liverpool following the final game of the season on Sunday. The midfielder has penned an emotional message to the club and its fans.

What we learned in Friday practice for the 2024 F1 Imola Grand Prix

F1’s return to Europe meant a raft of upgrades plus some tricky track characteristics, with Red Bull on the backfoot, and Ferrari and McLaren battling to grab the spotlight at Imola.

John Daly withdraws from 2024 PGA Championship

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — John Daly withdrew on Friday morning ahead of the second round of the 106th playing of the PGA Championship. Daly, 58, the winner of the 1991 PGA Championship, cited a thumb injury. He made his 30th career start at the PGA on Thursday…

Bradford City sign serial promotion winner as Harrogate Town release nine players and convince forward to stay

BRADFORD City have signed midfielder Antoni Sarcevic - their first capture of the close season.

Fans involved in clashes let themselves down – Southampton boss Russell Martin

Home fans spilled on to the pitch to celebrate but trouble flared when some clashed with visiting supporters in front of the away end.

LPGA: Rose Zhang not alone; multiple players withdraw from Liberty National event

Multiple players joined Rose Zhang and withdrew from the Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National due to suspicious illness.

Man Utd news: Sir Jim Ratcliffe handed Thomas Tuchel boost as manager signs contract

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is weighing up Erik ten Hag's future, with two games of the season left to potentially determine whether or not he continues as manager

Former Texas Motor Speedway president Eddie Gossage dies, aged 65

Outspoken racing promotor and former longtime Texas Motor Speedway president Eddie Gossage passed away on Thursday. He was 65.

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta talks next job as club stalwart confirms Emirates exit

Mikel Arteta has show himself to be one of Europe's elite managers but the Arsenal boss admits he eventually was to head to Spain as he eyes a final day success

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou makes clear who his Spurs fury is aimed at

Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou made headlines with his post-match press conference after the loss to Manchester City - now he's reiterated his feelings and explained why he was so upset

Blow for Tottenham: Ange confirms midfielder is now a doubt for the final game

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled big time in the final stretch of the season, losing 5 out of their last 6 Premier League games. As a result, Spurs missed the chance to secure a coveted Champions League spot, failing to capitalise on Aston Villa’s inconsistent form.

Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: where to watch the PPV live on TV plus fight time and undercard info

Fury and Usyk will meet in Saudi Arabia for one of the biggest fights of a generation on Saturday as they battle to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world

Former All Black Sid Going dies at age 80

Going is considered to be one of the finest halfbacks to ever played the game.

Jurgen Klopp mocks Steven Gerrard during final Liverpool press conference - 'Good luck'

Jurgen Klopp will leave Liverpool this weekend with his goalkeeping coach, John Achterberg, also departing and moving to Saudi Arabia where he'll work under Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq

Manchester City are preparing for more final day drama

Manchester City are currently continuing their preparations for the final Premier League game of the season. Pep Guardiola’s side will face West Ham on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.

Man City warned 115 charges 'couldn't be any more serious' and Premier League relegation inevitable if found guilty

Former Manchester City financial advisor Stefan Borson has warned the club about the seriousness of their 115 Premier League charges.

Who is Scottie Scheffler, the golfer charged with assault outside tournament?

Who is Scottie Scheffler, the golfer charged with assault outside tournament? - Golfer is known by fans as a family man who regularly discusses his Christian faith and loved ones

Manchester United are desperate for a summer clearout – but again face one major problem

Manchester United are desperate for a summer clearout – but again face one major problem - Erik ten Hag, should he remain at Old Trafford, must thin out the squad with plenty of exits expected after another disappointing season

Arne Slot finally breaks silence over becoming next Liverpool manager

Arne Slot finally breaks silence over becoming next Liverpool manager - Arne Slot is expected to be officially announced by Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp’s departure

‘Only way out of this mess’ – Gary Lineker proposes solution to VAR controversy with Premier League clubs set to vote on scrapping technology

Gary Lineker has proposed an idea to solve the issues surrounding VAR amid calls to remove it from football.

David Moyes' response to whether West Ham will do Declan Rice and Arsenal favour

West Ham must stop Man City to give Arsenal and Declan Rice any chance of winning the Premier League title but departing Hammers manager says that is not part of his thinking

Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified

Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified - Scheffler faces one Class C felony, which carries a five to 10 year prison term and fines up to $10,000

Mercedes parting ways with F1 aero chief but will get Ferrari signings early

Mercedes is set to part ways with its Formula 1 chief aerodynamicist Gioacchino Vino, as it emerges the German manufacturer will get hold of two key signings from Ferrari early.

Fabrizio Romano: ‘Documents in place’ ahead of breaking Liverpool announcement

Arne Slot to Liverpool Football Club has appeared a formality for quite some time now. Inevitably, out of respect to both parties (and the need to finalise compensation details), an official announcement has been in-waiting.

Indy 500 Fast Friday practice halted by Siegel’s flying crash

Rookie Nolan Siegel put a pause on Fast Friday practice for the 108th Running for the Indianapolis 500 after a crash that saw him briefly get airborne.

Why are Chelsea paying more than Estevao’s release clause to sign Palmeiras striker?

Chelsea are willing to pay over the odds to sign Palmeiras sensation Willian Estevao - but there is a good reason behind it

Scottie Scheffler says ‘stretching in a jail cell was a first’ after arrest at PGA Championship

Scottie Scheffler says ‘stretching in a jail cell was a first’ after arrest at PGA Championship - The world number one said one officer had jokingly offered him ‘the full [prison] experience’ and gave him a sandwich as he waited behind bars

Black Ferns make one change to starting XV for Pacific Four test against Canada

Prop Aldora Itunu will return to the national team for the first time since 2021.

Manchester City have received a massive boost ahead of Sunday’s must win match against West Ham

Manchester City has received a major boost ahead of Sunday’s must win game against West Ham. Pep Guardiola’s side must beat the Hammers to clinch a fourth consecutive Premier League title.

Undisputed champion Usyk shows off his moves ahead of fight

Fury and Usyk collide in Riyadh on Saturday night, with the winner becoming the first man to rule the division since Lennox Lewis in 2000 and the first to hold the WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO titles simultaneously.

Manchester United may be forced to hand Bruno Fernandes bumper new contract after ultimatum

Bruno Fernandes' future at Manchester United is uncertain heading into the summer transfer window with the playmaker keen to land himself a new deal amid interest from Saudi Arabia

Makeshift Hurricanes hold off Moana Pasifika to retake Super Rugby Pacific lead

The team from the capital sneak past the tabletopping Blues, who will face Highlanders on Saturday.

Is this the Premier League Team of the Season?

Ball boy kicked by Eden Hazard now worth £56m and named on Under 40 Rich List

More than a decade after his infamous incident with Chelsea forward Eden Hazard in a League Cup game, Charlie Morgan is one of the richest young people in the UK

Dele Alli handed Everton lifeline despite contract situation as club confirm exits

Dele Alli's contract at Everton will expire this summer but the midfielder will be allowed to remain with the club as he continues his recovery from a lengthy injury

Robin van Persie's decision to snub Erik ten Hag pays off as first managerial job confirmed

Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie snubbed Erik ten Hag is favour of staying at Feyenoord and has now been handed the top job as manager of Dutch outfit Heerenveen

What time is the Preakness Stakes today? TV channel, post time, horses & more to watch 2024 Triple Crown race

Find out everything you need to know ahead of the 2024 Preakness Stakes, including the post time, TV channel and which horses are in the race.

Unbeaten Pulse suffer another major injury, with Silver Ferns shooter Walmsley sidelined

The ANZ Premiership leaders must dig deep again, after losing their third international star.

Chelsea suffer ‘painful’ blow after Reece James gets extended ban

Chelsea suffer ‘painful’ blow after Reece James gets extended ban - James is set to face a four-match ban after being sent off against Brighton

Mikel Arteta makes Son Heung-min claim after painful Man City miss

A devastating moment for Arsenal fans...

Mo Salah told he isn't the most important Liverpool player for incoming boss Arne Slot

Mohamed Salah faces an uncertain summer at Liverpool with Arne Slot coming in to replace Jurgen Klopp as he faces a number of big decisions, including Virgil van Dijk's contract

F1 Imola GP: Leclerc completes Friday sweep as Verstappen struggles continue

Charles Leclerc swept Friday practice for Formula 1’s 2024 Imola Grand Prix – leading FP2 where McLaren ran Ferrari close and Red Bull’s struggles with Max Verstappen continued.

Jurgen Klopp's demand ignored by Liverpool chiefs after 'show your class' request

Jurgen Klopp called on Liverpool to reward Joel Matip with a new contract following defender's knee injury but veteran centre back will also say goodbye to Anfield this weekend

Why Ferrari thinks Hamilton's impact will go far beyond F1 lap time

The benefits that Lewis Hamilton will bring to Ferrari extend far beyond just the lap time he is able to deliver, says Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur.

Verstappen: Red Bull "severely off the pace" in Imola F1 practice

Max Verstappen says Red Bull is "severely off the pace" for Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix after struggling with his car handling at Imola on Friday.

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders v ACT Brumbies at Canberra's GIO Stadium - Live

Join us at 4:30pm to see if the defending champions can keep their slim playoff hopes alive against their Aussie rivals.

Indoor sports centre ‘dead in water’ without council support

Indoor centre could host multiple sports and boost local economy.

Gary Lineker makes radical proposal in bid to fix VAR and 'add to the drama'

Premier League clubs are set to participate in a vote on the future of VAR from next season but former England striker Gary Lineker believes he already has a solution

Two F3 drivers hit with race bans for competing in other championships

Martinius Stenshorne and Nikola Tsolov has been suspended from competing in the Formula 3 Silverstone and Spa rounds after breaching the sporting regulations by competing in other championships.