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England player ratings vs Ireland: Liverpool Trent, Arsenal Rice, Villa Grealish and no Kane excuse

We saw the Arsenal Declan Rice, the Liverpool Trent Alexander-Arnold and the Aston Villa Jack Grealish in Lee Carsley's first England game. But what's Harry Kane's excuse now?

2024-09-07T19:20:10Z

The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner

Aryna Sabalenka has stormed her way into the US Open final for the second consecutive year running.

2024-09-07T14:18:40Z

'My body shut down', says Tiafoe after US Open heartbreak

Frances Tiafoe blamed his heartbreaking five-set US Open semi-final defeat to Taylor Fritz on cramping after his "body shut down". As Fritz celebrated becoming the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since Andy Roddick in 2009, Tiafoe was left to rue a second US Open semi-final loss in his last three appearances.

2024-09-07T04:44:27Z

Jack Draper admits being sick on court during US Open semi-final defeat to Jannik Sinner was 'the worst feeling ever' but stresses that it's 'just a matter of time' before he enjoys Grand Slam success

British star Draper vomited three times during the second set of his loss to world No 1 Jannik Sinner in New York. Draper was beaten 7-5 7-6 (7-3) 6-2.

2024-09-07T14:03:39Z

England hooligans brutally turned on 1966 World Cup winner with cruel chant vs Ireland

Rioting England followers turned on 1966 World Cup-winning hero Jack Charlton during the appalling scenes which saw a friendly against Ireland in Dublin abandoned

2024-09-07T07:44:04Z

USMNT player ratings vs Canada: Jesse Marsch gets last laugh as U.S. disasterclass highlights need for Mauricio Pochettino

A new coach is coming for the USMNT, and they'll need him quickly if Saturday's friendly against Canada was any indication

2024-09-07T22:27:00Z

Declan Rice shows true colours after scoring for England against Republic of Ireland

England midfielder Declan Rice earned three caps for the Republic of Ireland before switching allegiances and he refused to celebrate after scoring against them

2024-09-07T16:59:13Z

2024-09-07T18:43:50Z

America’s Cup: Team NZ beat Alinghi Red Bull Racing in choppy sea state as task becomes clear for challengers

Tomorrow will be Team New Zealand's last day of proper racing before the Cup match.

2024-09-07T15:53:49Z

'Reckless' admission sees Ivan Toney handed England lifeline after Saudi transfer

Ivan Toney played his part in England's run to the final of Euro 2024 but moving from Brentford for a mega-money deal in Saudi Arabia has seen his future with the Three Lions thrown into major question

2024-09-07T06:44:08Z

Declan Rice explains why he refused to wear captain's armband in England's win over Ireland

Declan Rice was the star of the show as England cantered to a 2-0 win over the Republic of Ireland in Dublin, but his reluctance to take the captain's armband in the second half raised eyebrows

2024-09-07T20:14:19Z

Jannik Sinner issues injury update after suffering scare ahead of US Open final

"It's gonna be a different feeling."

2024-09-07T07:00:13Z

Anthony Gordon breaks silence on Gareth Southgate after making just one appearance under the former England manager at Euro 2024

Heading into Euro 2024 many English fans were excited to see the Newcastle winger in action for the Three Lions.

2024-09-07T08:18:40Z

England criticised by Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook after collapse

Harry Brook was the man most in focus as 221 for three overnight became 325 all out.

2024-09-07T19:21:02Z

‘I faced Federer, Nadal and Djokovic – it’s clear who I think the best of all-time is'

The GOAT debate between Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal is one of the most talked about topics in tennis - but what do players who have faced the Big Three think?

2024-09-07T15:14:17Z

Moeen Ali RETIRES from international cricket after missing out on a place in England's white-ball series against Australia - with all-rounder paying tribute to 'the best days of my life' in farewell interview

LAWRENCE BOOTH: Moeen, 37, had already retired from Test cricket, for a second time, after last year's Ashes, but then took part in England's World Cup campaigns.

2024-09-07T21:47:31Z

Interim England boss Lee Carsley defends his decision NOT to sing God Save the King anthem before win over Ireland and insists it doesn't make him 'any less committed'

Carsley insists the furore over his decision not to sing the national anthem did not ruin the proudest day of his career, which saw goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish seal victory in Dublin.

2024-09-07T20:33:51Z

Kylian Mbappe left stunned after France goalkeeper Mike Maignan blasts team in furious dressing room rant after Nations League defeat to Italy

France goalkeeper Mike Maignan launched into a furious dressing room tirade as he lambasted his team-mates after their 3-1 loss to Italy on Friday.

2024-09-07T15:54:55Z

All Blacks leaders’ frank statements following another agonising defeat to the Springboks

The All Blacks leaders have had their say on the 18-12 defeat to the Springboks.

2024-09-07T20:11:06Z

Toni Kroos shares cheeky post on Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 career goals

Toni Kroos humorously congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo on his 900th career goal, joking that he's "not even close" to that milestone himself. The tweet highlights their camaraderie from their successful years at Real Madrid.

2024-09-07T14:03:54Z

Erling Haaland destroyed for Norway performance: 'One of the worst things I've seen'

Erling Haaland and Norway were held to a goalless draw by Kazakhstan on Friday night as the Manchester City star comes in for criticism after firing blanks for his country

2024-09-07T11:59:08Z

Roy Keane delivers blunt verdict on Lee Carsley's anthem row as interim England boss prepares for his first game in charge of Three Lions

Ireland great Roy Keane offered a sharp verdict when questioned about interim England boss Lee Carsley's anthem row.

2024-09-07T16:18:47Z

Elliot Anderson reveals the feeling of putting on an England shirt convinced him to change his allegiance following midfielder's Under-21s debut after switch from Scotland

The Nottingham Forest midfielder made his England debut in the Under 21s' goalless draw with Northern Ireland on Friday night.

2024-09-07T21:48:49Z

Erling Haaland is labelled a 'monster' as fans react to 'ridiculous' footage of Man City striker's relentless goalscoring in training

Erling Haaland has made a breathtaking start to the Premier League season and fans could do nothing but acknowledge the Norwegian after a clip of him in training emerged.

2024-09-06T13:48:13Z

Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland

Just before kick-off Carsley took a seat in the home dugout before being told he's in the wrong seat and awkwardly making way to England's dugout.

2024-09-07T16:48:41Z

Chelsea 'on brink of civil war' amid claims of ownership conflict - with Todd Boehly 'preparing £2.5billion offer to buy out Clearlake Capital'

Reports have claimed Boehly has been examining whether he can buy out Clearlake, with his relationship with frontman Behdad Eghbali claimed to have broken down.

2024-09-07T13:33:39Z

Man Utd sent Erik ten Hag sacking message after dreadful start to Premier League season

Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt has given his view on the future of manager Erik ten Hag, who has overseen two defeats from three games this season

2024-09-07T20:44:16Z

Trent Alexander-Arnold proves Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot are right about four-year England problem

Trent Alexander-Arnold shone for England against the Republic of Ireland as he was finally given a chance at right-back, proving Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot right in the process.

2024-09-07T19:08:25Z

Jessica Pegula vs. Aryna Sabalenka score, results, highlights: Sabalenka sweeps Pegula for first US Open title

Aryna Sabalenka entered the championship match looking to overcome last year's US Open heartbreak at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

2024-09-07T18:31:17Z

Rugby-South Africa inflict more pain on New Zealand with 18-12 win

By Nick Said CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Siya Kolisi and Malcolm Marx scored tries as South Africa recorded a fourth win in a row against old foes New Zealand for the first time in 75 years with an 18-12 Rugby Championship victory in Cape Town on Saturday. It was a high-octane encounter full of energy and endeavour in front of a fervent crowd of 55,000, but both sides committed numerous errors that

2024-09-07T17:18:05Z

New recruits primed to steel ill-disciplined Dragons

St George Illawarra fans have more signings to look forward to as coach Shane Flanagan eyes adding new steel to his side following a disappointing NRL season.

2024-09-07T22:07:30Z

Full Time, the Warriors owner’s new Kingsland sports bar set to open - Spy

The A-list sports stars expected at kick off.

2024-09-06T05:23:20Z

Mark Williams left baffled as snooker ref makes bizarre error in Saudi Arabia Masters

Snooker legend Mark Williams took on Jimmy Robertson in the quarter-finals of the Saudi Arabia Masters, and couldn't believe his eyes after an error from referee Leo Scullion

2024-09-07T13:59:17Z

Canterbury’s loss to Cowboys could cost NRL $1 million, Panthers secure top-two finish

Canterbury blew a chance to host an elimination final on Saturday – and the result could now cost the NRL a seven-figure sum in gate takings next week.

2024-09-07T09:49:46Z

Barcelona's £27million signing hammers club for axing him after just seven months

Barcelona spent just shy of £30million to land Brazilian youngster Vitor Roque but only handed him 300 minutes before they decided to send him away from the Nou Camp

2024-09-07T11:29:13Z

Jurgen Klopp's tactics have fans in stitches as ex-Liverpool boss returns to dugout

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp returned to the touchline for the first time since leaving Anfield for a testimonial at his old club, Borussia Dortmund, on Saturday

2024-09-07T20:59:17Z

Ron Yeats dead aged 86: Liverpool announce death of legendary former captain who led the Reds to their first FA Cup and was hailed as a 'colossus' by Bill Shankly

Liverpool have announced the death of their legendary former club captain Ron Yeats at the age of 86.

2024-09-07T10:18:34Z

Sol Campbell insists he deserves knighthood and says 'I'm up with our sporting greats'

Former England, Arsenal and Tottenham star Sol Campbell insists he deserves to be knighted, having lauded himself as one of the country's greatest sporting figures

2024-09-07T13:44:10Z

7 ball recoveries, 100% tackles won: 108-touch Liverpool player was phenomenal on int’l duty & deserves to start more

Trent Alexander-Arnold made quite the impression in his opening England game under interim boss Lee Carsley. The Liverpool fullback registered seven ball recoveries and created two chances, according to stats collected and shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Squawka Live.

2024-09-07T19:41:51Z

Josh Hull’s parents left beaming as England’s latest audacious pick pays off

Josh Hull beamed. At the Oval, he was engulfed by his team-mates, ruffling his hair as they celebrated. Next to each other on the team balcony, Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum glowed with delight at the indication of another unorthodox selection being vindicated. Hull had his maiden Test wicket. It did not, perhaps, come in the manner that he would...

2024-09-07T18:08:03Z

Roy Keane slams ‘arrogant’ England stars ‘playing for themselves’; responds to Carsley anthem backlash

Roy Keane claims England players showed their "arrogance" in an "awful" second-half display against the Republic of Ireland.

2024-09-07T20:39:58Z

Man Utd: Ten Hag ‘a dead man walking’ with Red Devils boss given sack timeline

Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag will reportedly be 'a dead man walking' if results do not improve, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe giving him until Christmas to turn things around.

2024-09-07T08:39:48Z

Trent Alexander-Arnold's future becomes clearer after starring for England in Dublin

Trent Alexander-Arnold was unable to establish himself as an England regular during Gareth Southgate's reign, but his performance against the Republic of Ireland shows that should change going forward

2024-09-07T19:14:13Z

Canadian men’s soccer team can party like it’s 1957 after win over U.S.

After 27 tries and 67 years, the Canadian men’s soccer team finally earned a road win over the United States. Here are some takeaways from Saturday’s win.

2024-09-07T23:49:18Z

Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate destroyed by French media for '3 out of 10' display and 'gross errors'

France was beaten by Italy in the Nations League despite taking the lead within the first 20 seconds of the match

2024-09-07T08:23:10Z

Rory McIlroy puts underwhelming PGA Tour finish behind him by diverting attention elsewhere

Rory McIlroy's finish to the 2024 PGA Tour season was an underwhelming one by his high standards, but the Northern Irishman is now enjoying some down time away from the course

2024-09-07T16:44:18Z

Wayne Rooney scores on Man Utd return as legends shine vs Celtic - 5 talking points

MAN UTD 1-1 CELTIC (4-5): Wayne Rooney's marvellous free-kick was cancelled out by Gary Hooper in a legends charity match between two of the UK's most successful football clubs

2024-09-07T15:29:16Z

Brazil down Ecuador, Suarez farewell ends in stalemate

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo scored the only goal as Brazil boosted their lacklustre 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-0 victory over Ecuador on Friday. The Real Madrid attacker's strike appeared to clip Ecuador defender Willian Pacho before flying in off the post.

2024-09-07T03:13:40Z

Erling Haaland slammed by former Norway boss for Kazakhstan display

Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard bare the brunt of criticism after Norway failed to beat Kazakhstan.

2024-09-07T18:38:20Z

Federico Chiesa gives Liverpool huge injury worry and he's not the only first team star

Liverpool have a perfect record in the Premier League so far this season but Arne Slot could be handed a fresh injury worry following the latest international break with the Reds

2024-09-07T14:38:19Z