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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

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.

David Wagner sacked by Norwich City after Championship play-off humbling at Leeds United

David Wagner has been dismissed at Norwich after they suffered a 4-0 defeat at Leeds in their Championship play-off semi-final second-leg on Thursday evening

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.

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

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.

Tyson Fury prepares for heavyweight fight against Usyk in Riyadh

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

A devastating moment for Arsenal fans...

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

Scheffler overcomes arrest for 66 but Schauffele leads at PGA

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler shook off a morning arrest Friday to fire a five-under par 66 and keep himself in the hunt at the darkness-halted PGA Championship, trailing leader Xander Schauffele by three strokes. Third-ranked Schauffele, seeking his first major title, matched the low round in major history with a 62 Thursday and shot 68 Friday to stand on 12-under 130 for 36 holes, clinging to a one-stroke edge over two-time major winner Collin...

‘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.

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

'Remember all that he has given to our game': All Blacks great Going dies, aged 80

The proud Northlander redefined halfback play.

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.

'Lit up people's hearts': Tributes flow after death of legendary All Blacks halfback Going

'Super Sid' played 29 tests for New Zealand between 1967-77.

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

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.

Liverpool has $11m incentive to allow Luis Díaz transfer this summer amid Barcelona interest

Luis Díaz faces an uncertain future at Liverpool. Barcelona is keeping tabs on the Colombian, with Liverpool facing further payments to Porto if he stays put.

Graeme Souness shuts down Simon Jordan questioning Jurgen Klopp with two-word response

Liverpool legend Graeme Souness coolly shut down Simon Jordan's questioning of Jurgen Klopp's elite managerial status with a simple two-word response to the former Crystal Palace owner

Big bets landed as Poukawa wins maiden debut

A roundup of the week's racing.

Crusaders' playoff hopes hang by thread, after penalty try costs dearly against Brumbies

The defending champions need a lot of things to fall their way in the next two weeks.

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.

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.

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

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

Is this the Premier League Team of the Season?

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.

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

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

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

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.

Jürgen Klopp gives classy gift to journalists at final Liverpool press conference

Jürgen Klopp will bring his time at Liverpool to an end on Sunday. The departing manager made a classy gesture to the media at his final press conference on Friday.

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.

Boxing Tonight: TV channels, live streams, start times and fight cards

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk meet tonight in the biggest heavyweight fight since Lennox Lewis stopped Mike Tyson more than 20 years ago

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.

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.

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

The Premier League has a title race problem – but Arsenal can fix it

The Premier League has a title race problem – but Arsenal can fix it - Man City are expected to win the Premier League on Sunday, but Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal can inject some drama into the final day

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

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

Indoor sports centre ‘dead in water’ without council support

Indoor centre could host multiple sports and boost local economy.

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…

Premier League announce which four matches will be broadcast live on TV for final day

Premier League announce which four matches will be broadcast live on TV for final day - Both Arsenal and Man City will be shown live as the title is decided

A-League semi: Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory at Wellington's Sky Stadium - Live

Join us at 6:30pm, as the team from the capital try to reach their first-ever Grand Final.

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

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.