Tiny South American nation on brink of history as the lowest-ranked side to qualify for World Cup

If you were asked to predict a South American nation to reach the World Cup, this country would be at the very bottom of the list. But they are on the cusp of a miracle of their own making.

PSG at the Stade de France, a new derby against a Parisian club?

The Paris Saint-Germain could soon play an unprecedented derby at the Stade de France. Not...

Ronaldo’s red card sparks clash with Ireland boss

Cristiano Ronaldo’s night ended in dramatic fashion as the Portugal captain was sent off during his team’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying defeat to the Republic of Ireland on Thursday. Moments later, the veteran forward exchanged heated words with Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson in a tense touchline confrontation.

Lucas Paqueta breaks silence on 'biggest betting scandal in English football history'

Paqeuta, 28, was cleared of the main spot-fixing charges by an independent commission after the FA accused the Brazilian of deliberately getting booked during four Premier League matches.

Best Premier League signings of 2025/26 – ranked from 11 to 1

The 2025/26 Premier League season has already delivered standout moments, and a big part of that has been the success of this summer’s transfer window. With over £3.19 billion spent and more than 150 deals done, some signings have already shown themselves to be masterstrokes. From blockbuster arrivals to bargain breakthroughs, here are the 11 best signings so far, ranked from good to great.

Roy Keane shares hilarious throwback teenage snap - as Man United legend jokes he had 'great hair'

The photo appeared to be of an old form of Irish ID, stating it was issued in October 1987 and would expire a year later. Keane was born in August 1971, suggesting was around 16 at the time of the snap.

Ex-Man United manager reveals how transfer flop was doomed from the start

It’s fair to say that there have been multiple transfers Manchester United have made that haven’t worked out. From the likes of Angel Di Maria to Antony, in the 12 years since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure, United have brought in so many exciting players, only for them to flop. One of the biggest flops Manchester […]

Are F1 drivers really better than ever? Our writers have their say

The 2025 F1 grid certainly glitters with talent, but is it really fair to say no other line-up came close?

Liverpool plan move for Bayern winger as Slot eyes reinforcements

Liverpool are weighing a January move for Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry, with Arne Slot eyeing attacking reinforcements after a rocky start to the Premier League season. Juventus and top European clubs are also monitoring the German star’s situation.

Harry Kane tops Barcelona shortlist as Lewandowski nears exit

Barcelona have identified Harry Kane as their top target to replace Robert Lewandowski next summer, reports The Guardian. The club may trigger the Bayern Munich striker’s £57 million release clause as they plan for a post-Lewandowski era.

How They Met: True love was on the curriculum for Joe Schmidt and wife Kellie

New Zealander Joe Schmidt will forever remain a champion of Irish rugby who led the boys in green through one of their most decorated eras of Six Nations and Grand Slam glory. The former Ireland head coach departed the All Blacks coaching team after the 2023 Rugby World Cup and will soon be leaving Rugby […]

2026 World Cup: France Team Qualifies Tonight If…

The France team faces Ukraine this Thursday at the Parc des Princes for the 5th...

Kylian Mbappé’s “diplomatic injury” raises eyebrows

Kylian Mbappé left the French national team immediately after his brace against Ukraine (4-0). Officially,...

PSG. Achraf Hakimi’s replacement on the Way !

Paris Saint-Germain has its first major news of the transfer window: Willian Pacho has extended...

Australian legend Tander announced his retirement from Supercars

Tander bows out of Supercars as one of the greatest drivers of all time

The 10 Best Bargain Transfers in Football History — Ranked

In a football world dominated by nine-figure fees, these ten players proved that you don’t need to break the bank to build greatness. All signed for under £8 million, these stars delivered silverware, records, and legendary status—becoming some of the smartest signings in football history.

The worst ever Premier League players

Counting down the biggest flops in the history of the Premier League

15 of the most unsportsmanlike moments in football history

Football has given us countless unforgettable memories—but not all for the right reasons. While the sport is celebrated for its

The Pumas could teach Scotland a thing or two about hunting down rugby's big beasts

The danger of scheduling the most glamorous contest of a four-match series in second place is that everything after it - win, lose or draw - was always going to feel like an anti-climax by comparison.

Luis Enrique confirms PSG exit !

The Spanish coach is at the center of a major power shift taking shape in...

Netflix star John Beam diesafter being shot on campus

RIP.

Graham Potter issues Sweden rallying cry after first game in charge ends in heavy defeat

Sweden's sights will be set on the play-offs in March where they will participate due to their Nations League performances, but the scale of Potter's task was highlighted against Switzerland.

I was a star athlete but my dreams crashed after becoming paralyzed from common virus

Relly Ladner clutched her shin on the soccer field. At 17 years old, and training with her team, she was suddenly feeling a strange tingling sensation in her leg.

Opta’s La Liga 2025-26 predictions: Every club ranked from 20th to 1st

Using 10,000 simulations of the 2025-26 La Liga season, Opta’s supercomputer has projected the final league table based on average points across all outcomes. Here's how each team is expected to perform, starting from the bottom and climbing to the top.

Hyundai Ioniq 6 N review: the best electric sports car yet?

5 new signings, PSG wants to make a strong impact !

Paris Saint-Germain is actively pursuing discussions to extend several important players in its squad, according...

Don't fence me in: US Olympian Ibtihaj Muhammad on getting Muslim girls into sport

Training Day: Ibtihaj Muhammad putting some students en garde

Springboks look set to lose another player for Ireland test after red card

Ireland may be gearing up to face the Wallabies, but it would be remiss not to be thinking of the mouth-watering tie against South Africa next Saturday. Rassie Erasmus is yet to win a test match against Ireland in Dublin, and with the dominance his Springboks have shown so far this November, beating both France […]

Kai Trump may have been the headliner but she was out of her depth on her LPGA debut

ISABEL BALDWIN AT PELICAN GOLF CLUB: 200 spectators watched Kai Trump begin her LPGA debut. Four holes in, it had dwindled to 50. By then, most had realized she was out of her depth.

He almost retired 12 years ago... but Gordon is still Scotland's safest pair of hands at age of 42

Seated in front of a raft of reporters at Celtic's training ground one afternoon, Craig Gordon told the story of how close he came to literally signing away his career.

England boss speaks out on Man Utd wonderkid Lacey

What a prospect the Red Devils have.

Kylian Mbappe reaches major career milestone as France secure World Cup spot

Mbappe's brace saw the France and Real Madrid forward reach the 400 goal milestone, a feat achieved aged 26 years and 328 days.

Skyline Madness at the Nürburgring – GT-R Special

The Nissan GT-R takes over the Nordschleife! This subscriber-requested special features classic R32s to R35 beasts revving, launching, and tearing down the Ring like it’s built for it — because it is.

Foden faces fresh test as Tuchel seeks to unlock England form

As England prepare for their final 2026 World Cup qualifiers, one question lingers over the camp — why can’t Phil Foden, one of Manchester City’s most dazzling talents, reproduce his club brilliance in an England shirt? Week after week, he is decisive for City. Yet on the international stage, that sparkle often fades.

Azerbaijan/France : Deschamps prepares for a major turnover

Already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, the Blues will wrap up their qualifiers on...

Most table tennis balls bounced against a wall with the mouth in 30 seconds - 51 by David Rush

David Rush, serial record breaker, attempted this onboard the Disney Wonder in the US Outlying Islands.

Major Blow for PSG Regarding Eric Garcia’s Transfer

In Paris, they thought they had a nice deal: to acquire Eric Garcia for free...

Premier League 2025/26: who’s really been on top? Ranking all 20 clubs by time spent winning

Forget just points on the board — how much time has each team actually spent in control of matches this season? Using Opta’s detailed breakdown of the percentage of time spent winning, drawing and losing, here’s a reverse countdown from 20th to 1st, revealing who’s leading from the front… and who’s constantly chasing the game.

Haaland leads Norway to the brink of World Cup glory

Scoring goals and winning trophies has long been second nature to Erling Haaland. Yet this week, the Manchester City striker faces something even greater — the chance to lead Norway to their first FIFA World Cup in over two decades. Since Haaland’s birth in 2000, Norway have never reached football’s biggest stage. Now, with their superstar in record-breaking form, that long exile could finally end.

Relief for 10 million sports fans as Disney and YouTube TV finally agree deal to end bitter feud

Disney, which owns ABC and ESPN's array of networks, had failed to agree on a new distribution contract with YouTube. That led to a blackout and sparked a standoff for just over two weeks.

Inside the Nürburgring – Why It's Called The Green Hell

Take a deep dive into the Nürburgring’s legacy, layout, and legends. This short documentary explains what makes the Nordschleife so feared and admired in the world of motorsport.

AI ranks the 15 greatest Liverpool players of all time — with Salah only 5th

Grok AI has released its definitive ranking of Liverpool's all-time legends, and there’s plenty for fans to debate. From modern icons like Mohamed Salah to long-standing greats such as Kenny Dalglish and Steven Gerrard, the list spans every era of the club’s storied history. Let’s count down from 15 to 1 — with a quick look at what made each player unforgettable.

Ederson: I was unhappy at Manchester City and needed to leave

Ederson: I was unhappy at Manchester City and needed to leave - Ederson left Man City at the end of the summer transfer window following the arrival of Gianluigi Donnarumma

$2bn Major League Baseball team 'up for sale': Billionaire owners 'exploring' exit options

In a press release on Thursday morning, the Seidler family announced they have begun 'a formal process to explore strategic options... including a potential sale of the franchise.'

Footballer collapses and suffers ‘traumatic brain injury’ during Champions League match

Irish rugby is underestimating Joe Schmidt again – do we ever learn?

There is a contingent within Irish rugby circles — from players to the wider reaches of media and supporters — that has never seemed to forgive Joe Schmidt for the 2019 World Cup disaster and the tension leading up to it. A lot of talk about where he went wrong tactically and how oppressive and […]

Aubameyang admits Chelsea move was a mistake

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has confessed his move to Chelsea from Barcelona was a  ‘f*****g big mistake.’ The former Arsenal captain left the Gunners in acrimonious circumstances following a breakdown in his relationship with Mikel Arteta. A move to Barcelona appeared to have rejuvenated Aubameyang’s career but the Catalan giants were forced to sell...

What is the Extra Padding Seen on Rishabh Pant’s Shoe During the IND vs SA 1st Test?

Shubman Gill walked off with stiffness, while Rishabh Pant returned with a special front-foot pad made to protect his old England tour injury.

England captain Itoje reacts to dispatching the All-Blacks

England captain Maro Itoje reacts to earning a 33-19 victory over the All Blacks at Twickenham, their first victory over New Zealand on that stage since 2012

No-Rules Driving at the Nürburgring

Experience the Bugatti Bolide pushing limits on the Nürburgring. This no-rules hypercar shows what happens when ultimate performance meets one of the world’s toughest tracks.