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Jurgen Klopp points finger of blame for Liverpool's stumble and makes title admission

Liverpool's season has unravelled in April, with their Premier League title chances drifting away and no hope of winning the Europa League to mark Jurgen Klopp's final season as manager

From the next Messi to a fading star: Ansu Fati's descent into the depths of football

St Helens' Morgan Knowles speaks out on Jake Connor spat and Jonny Lomax class

England loose forward, Morgan Knowles, 27, was at the centre of a big talking point in Thursday's thrilling 13-12 fightback win over Huddersfield Giants

Journalist makes Ruben Amorim point as Liverpool agreement imminent

Arne Slot appears to be nearing a move to Liverpool at the end of the 2023/24 season. With that piece of news in play, Viaplay’s Jan Aage Fjortoft cheekily pointed to prior reports surrounding Ruben Amorim on X (formerly Twitter).

Golf sensation, 15, sends warning shot to PGA Tour stars with ridiculous round on Korn Ferry Tour

Having impressed on Korn Ferry Tour debut, 15-year-old Miles Russell is at it again this week having impressed in his opening round of the Veritex Bank Championship

A Ladies European Tour pro reveals one week’s expenses, illustrating just how hard it is to make a living

You didn't need to see the opulent practice facility and hyper-manicured turf to know players at the Masters operate on a different plane of reality than the rest of professional golf. But a post today by Ladies European Tour player Hannah Gregg drove that point home, at least financially. Gregg laid out her expenses for the week at the Women's New...

Ruthless Ratcliffe ready to sell Man Utd quartet if they refuse to accept pay cuts

A remarkable report has claimed Man Utd will entertain offers for four high profile first-team stars unless they sign contract extensions on reduced terms

Champion Crusaders break shackles with morale-boosting Super Rugby win over Rebels

The result moved them off the bottom of the table for now.

Darwin Núñez among Liverpool stars ranked in Premier League's most wasteful finishers

Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez missed a big chance against Everton on Wednesday and it has been revealed he is one of the worst players in front of goal in the Premier League this season

Damian McKenzie inspires dramatic Chiefs turnaround against Waratahs

Damian McKenzie took in the second half, sparking numerous attacking raids as the Chiefs lodged their sixth win of the campaign in Sydney.

Premier League CEO provides update on Man City charges as Liverpool watches on

Liverpool will be among those keen to learn the outcome of the Manchester City charges. The Premier League CEO has now given an update on their progress.

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders overwhelm Force to rekindle title defence - As it happened

The defending champions have picked themselves up off the bottom of the competition table.

No lap of honour as Eagles prepare for Suns fortress

West Coast have the chance to make it three wins in a row when they face Gold Coast on Sunday, but they'll be without Harley Reid and Tom Barrass.

The career and heartbreaking death of Olympic silver medallist Ivo Van Damme

Ben Duckett hits unbeaten 197 as England trio flex batting muscles

It was a good day for the England Test batting line up with Ben Duckett on the cusp of a double century for Nottinghamshire and runs for Harry Brook and Joe Root as the bat continued to dominate in county cricket. Duckett was 197 not out at the close against Warwickshire, three runs short of the 8th double century of the season before the end of Ap...

Marquez says Ducati MotoGP bike adaptation "is finished"

Marc Marquez says that his adaptation to the Ducati MotoGP bike has now “finished” and he can now “work on the small details”.

Uncertainty with NBC’s golf broadcast team raises question: Who’ll be the lead analyst at the U.S. Open at Pinehurst?

Sometime in early March, Sam Flood, the executive producer and president of production at NBC Sports, told a few colleagues he needed to shake up the network’s golf coverage. Undoubtedly, eyes must have been rolling. Because the last thing NBC’s golf production needed was for Flood to shake things up further. The duration of an earthquake can range...

Jurgen Klopp says Arne Slot set for 'best job in world' if he joins Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp believes Arne Slot will inherit the "best job in the world" if he is to succeed him as Liverpool manager. Liverpool are in talks with Feyenoord to secure the services of the Dutchman - who has said he would like to take over from Klopp - from this summer.

Expert calls out ‘ludicrous’ transgender sports idea

Over the past couple of years, there has been a growing fear among some across the country and throughout the world that transgender women would threaten the sanctity of women’s sports and overrun women’s athletics with transgender women who dominate the competition. But one expert thinks even the thought of that happening is simply ridiculous. Joanna Harper, a leading researcher of trans athletes and a postdoctoral scholar at Oregon Health and...

NZ driver Scott McLaughlin responds to disqualification

New Zealand driver Scott McLaughlin has responded to his disqualification from last month's season opening IndyCar race, where he finished third.

‘They’ll be speaking to other clubs’: Liverpool told they face player exodus ahead of Klopp exit

Wayne Rooney has suggested that multiple Liverpool stars could now look at Jurgen Klopp’s impending exit as an opportunity to follow him out the door. There are a number of key questions to already be asked of players on expiring contracts; chiefly, Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Mo Salah.

Depleted Blackcaps stun Pakistan in fourth T20 international to take series lead

The New Zealanders have defied the odds yet again with a four-run victory at Lahore.

Chiefs bounce back with resounding Super Rugby Pacific defeat of Waratahs

All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa had two tries, as the Chiefs entered the top three on the table.

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby - Mikel Arteta and Ange Postecoglou’s approaches at Arsenal and Tottenham have been shaped by a shared philosophy, in a derby that could define the title battle and top-four race

Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing

Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing - Liverpool’s defeat to Everton damaged their title hopes on Wednesday, with the Uruguayan coming under scrutiny from the former Reds defender

Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid: the hidden details behind a possible agreement

Stunning triple Ratcliffe deal to kickstart new Man Utd era with £130m trio wanted

Man Utd part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to greenlight a triple swoop worth £130million this summer, according to reports

Chelsea Handed Triple Injury Boost as ‘Amazing’ Defender Restarts Training

Chelsea welcomed back three players to team training ahead of their upcoming Premier League match against Aston Villa. In addition to Cole Palmer, two long-term absentees are now edging closer to full recovery.

'This must be called out!': NRL Anzac Day social media omission outrages Kiwis

"Delete this post and recognise our friends across the Tasman."

Golf indulging LIV rebels with Ryder Cup carrot leaves sour taste

“That’s it, mate.” You had to admire the succinctness with which Sir Nick Faldo framed one of golf’s most intractable conundrums. Asked once whether Europe’s LIV rebels should ever represent the continent at a Ryder Cup again, the veteran of 11 such contests replied: “The bottom line is they knew what they were doing. They wanted to take the money ...

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Ex-Liverpool wonderkid without club at 28 after being released by non-league side

Jordon Ibe returned to football back in October with National League outfit Ebbsfleet, but will now leave the club after being restricted to just one first-team appearance

LIV Golf: Anthony Kim cleverly claps back at social media troll with hilarity

Kim gained attention on social media as he owned a LIV Golf troll with niceties with a sly response.

Bastian Schweinsteiger claims Louis van Gaal decision set Man Utd back "years"

Louis van Gaal took Germany icon Bastian Schweinsteiger from Bayern Munich to Manchester United in 2015 and the former midfielder has now spoken out on the Dutchman’s sacking

Jon Rahm and other LIV golfers can play for Europe in the 2025 Ryder Cup … with conditions

LONDON — Blame Rory McIlroy. In the immediate aftermath of two-time major champion Jon Rahm’s decision to join the LIV Golf League, the Northern Irishman wasted no time in expressing his fear that the Spaniard would therefore miss out on a fourth Ryder Cup start for Europe in 2025. “The European Tour is going to have to rewrite the rules for Ryder ...

Jurgen Klopp ordered Liverpool to sign Darwin Nunez over £52m Chelsea star - report

Liverpool were interested in signing Christopher Nkunku in 2022 before Jurgen Klopp insisted on bringing in Darwin Nunez instead.

Roy Keane slammed by Premier League star for 'dinosaur mentality' as unlikely feud escalates

Manchester United icon Roy Keane has copped some severe criticism for his comments about some players' extra-curricular activities away from thegame, with one Premier League star particularly outspoken

Arsenal outcast Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be set for fourth transfer in three years

Former Arsenal and Chelsea forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been back to his best this season at Marseille - but he could decide to move on again in the summer

'A mistake was made': Kiwi McLaughlin stripped of third at IndyCar's St Petersburg GP

Fellow Kiwi Scott Dixon now leads the championship standings.

QPR thrash Leeds to confirm Leicester promotion

Leicester City have been promoted back to the Premier League from the Championship after QPR thrashed second-placed Leeds United 4-0 at Loftus Road.

Man Utd news: Red Devils expect to sign £70m 'top target' and offer fresh Old Trafford update

Manchester United are set to see a lot of changes this summer and could be busy in the transfer market in addition to Old Trafford, with decisions to be made on the stadium's future

Arne Slot to become next Liverpool manager after Feyenoord deal agreed

Arne Slot to become next Liverpool manager after Feyenoord deal agreed - The Dutchman is now set to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Anfield after impressing in the Eredivisie

Blackcaps rookies put hands up for T20 World Cup selection against Pakistan

The understrength NZ side have defied the odds to take a series lead over their hosts.

Phil Foden reveals change that's sparked incredible Man City form after starring role in Brighton thrashing

Phil Foden revealed the subtle change Pep Guardiola made that has sparked his incredible form for Manchester City.

Newcastle join Man Utd in chase for recruitment chief and trusted Sir Alex Ferguson ally

Newcastle are considering a swoop for Crystal Palace chief Dougie Freedman as they eye their next sporting director - but Manchester United are also weighing up a move

Kaizer Chiefs welcome back three important players

Kaizer Chiefs need all hands on deck for the remainder of a disappointing DStv Premiership campaign. The post Kaizer Chiefs welcome back three important players appeared first on SAPeople - Worldwide South African News.

Hulkenberg to join Sauber in 2025 ahead of Audi F1 entry

The Sauber Formula 1 team has confirmed Nico Hulkenberg is joining its team from 2025 onwards and into its Audi era.

'It is abuse' - Marcus Rashford hits back at criticism as Man Utd star vows 'enough is enough'

Marcus Rashford claimed that he has faced "abuse" from disgruntled Manchester United fans "for months" and vowed that "enough is enough".

Chelsea could capitalise on Liverpool snub with Mauricio Pochettino replacement

Mauricio Pochettino has struggled for consistent results at Chelsea and the hierarchy have drawn up a shortlist of potential replacements, which includes the Liverpool-linked Roberto De Zerbi

Pep Guardiola shows Liverpool 'appreciation' with fierce title warning to Man City and Arsenal

Liverpool has plenty of work to do to stay in the Premier League title race. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been full of praise for the Reds' campaign though.