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Rangers coach praises Balogun for ‘massive’ performance against Heart

Rangers manager Philippe Clement has highlighted the crucial role played by Leon Balogun in the side’s 2-0 victory over Heart. Balogun was handed his first start since February in the Scottish Cup semi-final tie. The centre-back partnered John Souttar at the heart of the Light Blues defence. The 33-year-old was outstanding in the defence for the Ge...

Special Olympics South Asia Unified Football Tournament: India's female and male teams finish 3rd and 5th

Dhaka [Bangladesh], April 24 (ANI): The Special Olympics South Asia seven-a-side Unified Football Tournament 2024 concluded on April 19 with the SO Bharat Female Football team securing a third position and the male team securing a fifth position.Bangladesh A and Bangladesh B in the female and male categories, respectively, held the first position in the tournament.The closing ceremony was held at Bashundhara Kings Sports Arena Stadium,...

Inter Milan celebrate their 20th Serie A title with win over AC Milan

Inter Milan are Serie A champions are for the 20th time after they beat their city rivals AC Milan in an ill-tempered match at the San Siro.

Joel Embiid slammed by Fred Weis for choosing USA over France

Weis - a 2000 Olympic silver medalist and the victim of the notorious 'dunk of death' by Vince Carter - didn't hold back while talking about Embiid- the reigning NBA MVP - on French radio on Saturday.

Alan Shearer suggests Man United 'will sack' Erik ten Hag

It came after the Red Devils' hollow victory in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday afternoon, with the Dutchman's side squandering a three-goal lead against their Championship opponents.

Who could Liverpool turn to if Ruben Amorim is no longer an option?

After the disappointment of missing out on Xabi Alonso, it appears Liverpool have also been dealt a blow in their bid to land Ruben Amorim as their next manager.

"Clear unplayable beamer... poor umpiring": Mohammad Kaif gives his take on Kohli's dismissal

New Delhi [India], April 22 (ANI): Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif slammed the umpire's decision to deem Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli out against Kolkata Knight Riders in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Kohli was in blistering form as he smacked two towering sixes in his knock of 18 off 7 balls during RCB's chase of 223. He was caught and bowled following a full toss from Harshit Rana which initially appeared...

Ferdinand baffled by two Ten Hag decisions as Neville warns Man Utd boss ‘it won’t stop’

Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand was confused by Erik ten Hag's decistion to take off Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo in their FA Cup semi-final.

British football mourns the death of Leighton James

Ranking every big six club by their number of trophyless seasons since 2010

No prizes for guessing who tops this list.

IPL 2024: Stoinis cancels out Gaikwad's ton, guides LSG to 6-wicket win at Chepauk

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 23 (ANI): Marcus Stoinis defied the odds with his relentless onslaught and his maiden ton guided Lucknow Super Giants to a 6-wicket win over the Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk on Tuesday in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The yellow waves in the stands were silenced by Stoinis's knock for ages. His 124* helped LSG do a double-over CSK in the ongoing season and scripted history by chasing the...

Inside the strategy that won and lost the IndyCar race at Long Beach

The Grand Prix of Long Beach showcased a fierce strategic battle of two separate two-stop strategies, with six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon making an extended stint work to capture his 57th victory.

La Liga: Barcelona confirms readiness for Real Madrid game rematch

Barcelona president, Joan Laporta, has said they will ask for a rematch of Sunday’s La Liga clash against Real Madrid, if they get enough evidence. Jude Bellingham scored a late winner as Real won the El Clasico 3-2 at the Santiago Bernabeu. But there was a moment of controversy, after Lamine Yamal thought he had given Barca the lead with a flick f...

Lionel Messi is magic but it’s Chicho time in battle for MVP award in MLS

Lionel Messi was at it again this past MLS weekend, while a couple of clubs just couldn’t get out of their own way.

Romanian swimming star David Popovici wins four gold medals at National Swimming Championship

Swimmer David Popovici recently won gold medals in all four events he competed in at the National Swimming Championship in Otopeni, close to Bucharest. After winning gold in the 50, 200, and 400-meter freestyle, he also secured the national title in the 100-meter freestyle. David Popovici, 19, also qualified for the European Championship, which wil...

Booted! North American cities that lost sports franchises

Fans of the NHL's Arizona Coyotes are still hurting after the team they've followed with dedication for nearly three decades is being relocated to Salt Lake City ahead of the 2024-2025 season. Of course, it's not the first time sports fans have had to deal with the news that their favorite team is no longer to be based in their home city. In fact, since the 1940s, dozens of sports franchises across North America have made the decision to relocate, usually to be rebranded as a result. But what are some of the more high-profile and controversial moves that have taken place over the last several decades or so? Click through and discover the cities that lost sports franchises.

‘They gave me chance to write my story’ – Osimhen reflects on difficult journey to stardom

Victor Osimhen has revealed how a move to Belgian Pro League outfit, Sporting Charleroi helped shape his career. Osimhen was one of the stars on parade as Nigeria won the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile in 2015. The striker scored 10 goals in seven matches to scoop the Golden Boot award. Bundesliga side VFL Wolfsburg won the race to sign him two years...

NATHAN SALT: Man United showed again they are a tactically flawed team

NATHAN SALT AT WEMBLEY: 'That's not explainable but it has to do with managing the game, taking responsibility, taking responsibility for each other. I have to teach my players,' said Ten Hag.

Transfer: Crystal Palace join Raphael Onyedika chase

Premier League club, Crystal Palace have joined the list of clubs interested in Raphael Onyedika. Onyedika’s impressive displays for Club Brugge in the Belgian Pro League has caught the eye of a number of top clubs. LaLiga giants Barcelona are among the clubs reportedly interested in the Nigeria international. According to The Sun, Palace’s recruit...

He’s stubborn – Siasia opens up on Mikel Obi

Former Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, has revealed that Mikel Obi is stubborn. Siasia disclosed this during a podcast with ex-international Emmanuel Babayaro and journalist Mathew Edafe over the weekend. According to him, he finds it challenging to tolerate footballers who are stubborn. “Mikel is a little bit out of my list; he is stubborn. I c...

Arsenal v Chelsea: Mikel Arteta pre-match press conference

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta speaks ahead of his team's Premier League match against London rivals Chelsea. The Gunners currently top the league on goal difference, and hope another win will add pressure on their rivals to get a result.

"His outstanding journey to the top inspires millions": PM Modi on D Gukesh's historic feat at FIDE Candidates

New Delhi [India], April 22 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the performance of Grandmaster D Gukesh's "remarkable achievement" at the FIDE Candidates 2024 in Toronto and said the 17-year-old player's outstanding performance, journey to the top inspires millions. The 17-year-old Indian on Monday created history as he won the FIDE Candidates Chess Tournament 2024, becoming the youngest-ever challenger to the world title after...

The FA is no longer fit for purpose; they are shills to the Premier League

The abolition of FA Cup replays does not have support away from the upper echelons of the game. The FA is not fit for purpose.

IPL 2024: RCB captain Faf du Plessis fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 22 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Faf du Plessis was fined Rs 12 lakh for IPL's Code of Conduct breach after his team maintained a slow over-rate in their match against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Sunday. The Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday announced that Du Plessis was fined for maintaining a slow-over rate in the match against KKR and it was RCB's first over-rate...

Shubman Gill will lead Indian team in near future: Robin Uthappa

Mullanpur (Punjab) [India], April 22 (ANI): Following Gujarat Titans' (GT) 3-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, the former cricketer Robin Uthappa showered praise on Shubman Gill and said that the 24-year-old will lead "Indian team in near future".Gill played a 35-run knock from 29 balls against PBKS at a strike rate of 120.69. He slammed five fours on Sunday.Speaking on Jio Cinema, Uthappa felt that...

Erik Jones sidelined with compression fracture after Talladega crash

After a head-on impact at Talladega Superspeedway, Erik Jones suffered a compression fracture in a lower vertebra that will sideline him for this weekend's NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover Speedway.

Virat Kohli fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct during RCB vs KKR clash

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 22 (ANI): Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli has been fined 50 per cent of his match fee after breaching the Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct during the game against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens.In the third over of the second inning when KKR bowler Harshit Rana dismissed the former RCB skipper. Following that, Virat referred the decision to the third...

Hamilton: Ferrari F1 switch doesn't need "vindicating"

Lewis Hamilton says his decision to join Ferrari in Formula 1 doesn't need "vindicating", as he expressed ongoing annoyance at people continuing to "talk shit" about it.

Al-Nassr picks 20-year-old star as Cristiano Ronaldo’s replacement

Al-Nassr has chosen to replace Cristiano Ronaldo with a 20-year-old star striker, Meshari Al-Nemer for the next two games. This is following the red card the 39-year-old got in the Saudi Super Cup game against Al-Hilal. Al-Nassr’s appeal was rejected, which means the Portuguese megastar will not be available for the next two league games. Manager L...

Barcelona to replace Xavi before end of season

The future of outgoing Barcelona manager Xavi is uncertain, as reports from Spain suggest that he may be removed from his position before the end of the season. Despite the club’s efforts to keep him, following Tuesday’s exit from the Champions League, the 44-year-old is now said to be at risk of losing his job. The situation could become worse if ...

Agagbe identifies Lobi Stars’ major problem

Lobi Stars head coach Eugene Agagbe has identified goal scoring as the main problem of his team. The Pride of Benue have failed to score in their last two games despite creating a number of chances. Lobi Stars were held to a 0-0 draw by Bendel Insurance last weekend. Agagbe vowed to work on the lapses in the remaining matches this season. “It was a...

Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill speaks on being a mum in sport

The former Olympic heptathlon champion touches on the challenges she faced returning to sport after having a child and also gives credit to her son for competing at the top.

Juventus ordered to pay Ronaldo 9.7m euros in back salary

Juventus must pay Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo 9.7 million euros ($10.4 million) in back wages for the 2020-21 season, the Italian courts announced on Wednesday. ;The Court of Arbitration, to which Ronaldo appealed, "orders Juventus Turin to pay the sum of 9,774,166.66 euros", plus interest and procedural costs, it stated in its decision. ;The sum equates to the difference between the salary actually received by Ronaldo and that which he...

Roston Chase to lead West Indies A against Nepal in five-match T20 series

Saint John's [Antigua and Barbuda], April 23 (ANI): Cricket West Indies (CWI) Men's Selection Panel on Tuesday unveiled their 15-member 'A' squad for the Nepal tour from Thursday to May 15.The 'A' squad will be led by experienced batter Roston Chase while Alick Athanaze will play the role of his deputy. In a historic first, the West Indies A team will engage in a series of five T20 matches against Nepal senior men's team.This tour holds...

'Retiring on my own terms my proudest achievement', says Stuart Broad

Former cricketer Stuart Broad, who received a CBE for his services to cricket from the Princess Royal during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, said retiring after leading England to a win in the last Ashes series was his proudest achievement.

WNBA's Griner thought she'd return to US with imprisoned marine Whelan

Brittney Griner thought she'd be returning to the United States with fellow Russian captive and US marine Paul Whelan when she was traded in a 'controversial' prisoner swap for an arms dealer.

Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea: Havertz nets brace against former club as Prem leaders earn emphatic win

Germany international Kai Havertz netted a brace against his former club as Premier League leaders Arsenal hammered Chelsea 5-0 at the Emirates.

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Man Utd: Neville makes ‘extreme’ Ten Hag sack claim; Carragher insists Cov display ‘cost’ him job

Gary Neville insists it would be "extreme" to sack Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag if he won the FA Cup this season but Jamie Carragher disagrees.

LaLiga: Why Barcelona lost 3-2 to Real Madrid – Xavi

Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez, has said his team’s mistakes cost them in the 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid on Sunday. Xavi’s men took an early lead through Andreas Christensen’s header, before Vinicius Jr made it 1-1 from the penalty spot. Barça took the lead again with 20 minutes left through substitute Fermín López. Vázquez drew Madrid level for ...

15-year-old Miles Russell finishes T-20 on Korn Ferry Tour

Miles Russell, the 15-year-old No. 1 junior boys amateur, finished T-20 in his Korn Ferry Tour debut at the LECOM Suncoast Classic and earned another start on the tour.

Super Falcons’ Nnadozie nominated for Best Goalkeeper award in France

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the best goalkeeper award in the French D1 Akem (women’s top-flight league in France), DAILY POST reports. Nnadozie will battle Olympic Lyon’s Christiane Endler and Katarzyna Kiedrzynek of PSG for the award. The 22-year-old was also nominated for the top prize last season. Two season...

Juventus releases statement after order to pay Cristiano Ronaldo’s unpaid wages

Italian giants Juventus have released a statement after being ordered to pay their former player, Cristiano Ronaldo his unpaid wages. The Court of Arbitration for Sport, CAS, ordered the Serie A giants to pay Cristiano Ronaldo his unpaid wages. The court gave the verdict following a dispute arising from pay reductions during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

Barca chief wants Clasico replay if Yamal 'ghost goal' call wrong

____________Barcelona, Spain | AFP ;Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Monday the club will demand a Clasico replay if they can prove officials made a mistake by not allowing Lamine Yamal's "ghost goal".The champions fell to a 3-2 defeat against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday in a match which featured multiple controversial incidents, leaving their arch-rivals 11 points clear at the top of La Liga.The most debated was...

Tentative venues for ISL 2023-24 final announced

New Delhi [India], April 23 (ANI): The final of the 2023-24 Indian Super League (ISL) season will be played at the home ground of the higher-ranked team in the league amongst the finalists, announced the league on Tuesday. The final is scheduled to be played on May 4, Saturday. "The Indian Super League (ISL) announces that the 2023-24 season final scheduled on Saturday, May 4, will be played at the home ground of the higher-ranked team in the...

Championship winners & losers: Saints slip, Huddersfield doomed, Leicester *should* be going up

Southampton are set for the play-offs after fumbling a huge opportunity while Leicester City took a major step towards returning to the Premier League...

Euro 2024: UEFA to increase squad size to 26 players

UEFA are set to increase squad size for this summer’s European Champions to 26 players. This follows a vote on Monday, which gave the green light for expanded squads. The idea was first brought up during a meeting of all the nations’ coaches in Dusseldorf a fortnight ago. But at a meeting of the UEFA national competitions committee on Monday, deleg...

EPL: This is not Cole Palmer Football Club – Pochettino warns Chelsea players

Chelsea manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has warned his players that they would have to step up in the case of Cole Palmer’s absence. Palmer did not train with the rest of the team ahead of Tuesday’s Premier League clash at Arsenal. The Blues’ top scorer is now a doubt for the game with illness. But Pochettino has called on the rest of the squad to sh...

Australian swim coach rejects claims of systemic Chinese doping

An Australian coach who works with the Chinese Swimming Association has rejected claims of systemic state-run doping, saying it is "so far from anything I have seen."