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O’Neil or Frank next? Five managers who made the leap from mid-table to Big Six

With Liverpool's manager hunt just threatening to take a turn for the desperate, all manner of mid-table names are being thrown into the mix.

Where are they now? The 8 signings Mauricio Pochettino made at PSG

Some era-defining superstars joined Poch's project in Paris.

16 Conclusions on Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea: Odegaard, White; Caicedo and Mudryk humbled; Cole Palmer FC

Chelsea can hijack all the transfers they want but without that Arsenal structure it is pointless. Mikel Arteta might have just put Mauricio Pochettino down.

After expected CA central contract snub, Stoinis opens up about his T20 WC ambitions

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 24 (ANI): Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Marcus Stoinis revealed that he was aware of not getting Cricket Australia's central contract for the 2024-25 season but he is keen to feature and contribute for the Baggy Greens in the T20 World Cup 2024. Last month, Stoinis was one of the biggest names who was snubbed from CA's contract list of 23 players. One month later, Stoinis broke records at Chepauk...

Why Norris' China F1 sprint pole lap was deleted and reinstated

McLaren's Lando Norris pole lap for Formula 1's sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix was deleted and then reinstated, as race control manually overruled its scoring system.

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Serie A: Antonio Flores slams Napoli fans for comparing Osimhen to club legend

Former Napoli striker Antonio Floro Flores has warned fans against becoming too attached to some players in the club. The 40-year-old, who made over 67 appearances during his playing days, was specifically speaking about the haste with which the club’s supporters and pundits are likening Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Marco van Basten ...

Killer blow – Matt Piper hails Super Eagles midfielder’s goal against Southampton

Former Leicester City winger Matt Piper has described Wilfred Ndidi’s goal against Southampton as a killer blow. Ndidi, Abdul Fatawu, and Jamie Vardy were all on the scoresheet for Enzo Maresca’s side in a 5-0 win at the King Power Stadium. With the result, the Foxes go four points clear at the top of the table with two matches left. Stephy Mavidid...

Mark Chapman, Shaheen Afridi rise in ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings

Dubai [UAE], April 24 (ANI): New Zealand batter Mark Chapman and Pakistan left-arm seamer Shaheen Afridi rose in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings following their outstanding performance in the ongoing five-match series which is level 1-1 after three matches.Left-handed Chapman's unbeaten 87 off 42 balls in the third match has lifted him 12 places to 33rd position in the latest weekly update while left-armer Shaheen's haul of three for...

F1 Chinese Grand Prix – Start time, starting grid, how to watch, & more

Max Verstappen will start from pole position after topping qualifying for the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix. Here's how and when you can watch the race.

Man Utd told ’embarrassing PE teacher’ Ten Hag must be sacked after snubbing critical journalists

Former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor insists Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag has "got to go" after his poor performance this campaign.

Paris 2024: How Super Falcons can qualify from ‘group of death’ – Shorunmu

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu says the Super Falcons must be at their best to have a good outing at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Randy Waldrum’s side are drawn in a tough group with world champions Spain, Japan and Brazil. Shorunmu believes only a strong performance can help the team scale through the hurdle. “I urge the Falcons t...

"We are just trying to....": CSK coach Fleming after loss to LSG

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 24 (ANI): Following his side's six-wicket loss to Lucknow Super Giants, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming said that the team is not focusing on finding a quick fix to their problems, but rather a right combination that will contribute during the back-end of the tournament.Marcus Stoinis defied the odds with his relentless onslaught and his maiden ton guided Lucknow Super Giants to a 6-wicket...

‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever - Horner

Red Bull says it is under no illusion that Max Verstappen’s ‘metronomic’ domination of Formula 1 is not going to last forever.

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Serie A: Atalanta winger, Lookman makes Team of the Week

Nigeria winger, Ademola Lookman, has been named in Serie A Team of the Week. DAILY POST reports that Lookman was recognised for his impressive performance in Atalanta’s 2-1 away victory at Monza. The 26-year-old registered two assists in the keenly contested encounter. The winger’s corner-kick was diverted into the net by Belgian international, Cha...

EPL: Chelsea take decision on Pochettino after 5-0 loss to Arsenal

Chelsea have decided to wait until the summer to conduct a review of Mauricio Pochettino’s performance in his first season, despite a section of their supporters calling for the Argentine’s sacking following a 5-0 defeat to Arsenal on Tuesday evening. Two goals from Kai Havertz, another double from Ben White and Leandro Trossard’s early goal sealed...

Rooney issues response to Virgil van Dijk after post-match complaint

Rooney criticised Van Dijk's post-match comments, with the former Man United and Everton star hitting out at the Liverpool captain for twice referencing their early kick-off on Saturday.

Transfer: Ndidi targets move to Premier League top side

Wilfred Ndidi will only join a top Premier League club or seek a move outside England at the end of the season. Ndidi, 27, will become a free agent this summer after running down his contract at Leicester City. The defensive midfielder has attracted the interest of clubs within and outside England. According to SCORENigeria, the player will only re...

"Needed power-hitter in top three": LSG skipper KL Rahul on Stoinis' batting order promotion

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 24 (ANI): Following his side's six-wicket win against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul lauded centurion Marcus Stoinis for picking the bowlers to target and said the all-rounder was sent up the order at number three to capitalise on the powerplay.Stoinis played a knock to remember as he single-handedly guided LSG out of troubled waters to a six-wicket win over CSK at...

Carragher singles out one Liverpool star for ‘unforgivable’ error as new boss faces ‘big decision’

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher reckons Jurgen Klopp's successor faces a "big decision" over Darwin Nunez's future after another poor display.

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Liverpool limp from title race as Jurgen Klopp and Mohamed Salah run out of road

Jurgen Klopp can focus on his Mallorca renovations and Mohamed Salah can look forward to the sands of Saudi Arabia. Liverpool's title chances ended with a knowing smile from a manager out of options.

"Tough battle": Nico Rosberg on Hamilton's 'pretty similar' level to Ferrari's Charles Leclerc

London [UK], April 25 (ANI): Lewis Hamilton's former Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg revealed that news of the seven-time world champion's impending move to Ferrari came as a "huge surprise" at the time, but he also understands the Briton's desire to represent "the two most legendary teams" in his F1 career. The 38-year-old also said that the battle between Hamilton and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc will be "tough" when the seven-time world...

Marcus Stoinis registers highest individual score during run-chase in IPL history

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 24 (ANI): Australia and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Marcus Stoinis registered the highest individual score ever during a run-chase in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday. The veteran accomplished this feat during his side's game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Chepauk Stadium.While the wickets were falling and the run rate was climbing at the other end, Stoinis held the other end...

Babel sends ‘major’ warning to Slot over Liverpool job as ’40 people’ will leave with Klopp

Former Liverpool winger Ryan Babel has warned compatriot Arne Slot that he will have to "replace" as many as "40 people" if he succeeds Jurgen Klopp.

Man Utd captain admits to ‘erratic’ behaviour towards debutant Wheatley

“I think at the end of the game I got a little too erratic to give him (Wheatley) a goal," admitted Bruno Fernandes after the win v Sheffield United.

Klopp, Van Dijk, Salah, Trent, Robbo, Nunez – all destroyed in the Mailbox

Liverpool fans have really taken this well. Curtis Jones is a Championship player, Salah and Van Dijk should be sold...

LaLiga: Why I changed my mind about leaving Barcelona – Xavi

Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez, has opened up on why he decided to stay at the LaLiga club. Xavi announced in January that he will be quitting as head coach in the summer. The 44-year-old said he would be walking away despite having a contract until 2025 at the Nou Camp. However, in a dramatic u-turn on Wednesday, Xavi has decided to continue wi...

Inzaghi rises to managerial elite after romping to first Scudetto

Simone Inzaghi claimed his place at football management's top table after sealing the first Serie A title of his coaching career in spectacular fashion in the Milan derby on Monday.Inter Milan's Scudetto is easily Inzaghi's biggest honour since winning it as a player with Lazio 24 years ago, and comes after three years of off-field turbulence and serious financial problems which he has navigated with aplomb.Inzaghi, 48, had a lower-key playing...

El Clasico has gone down because of Barcelona – Ozil

Former Real Madrid midfielder Mesut Ozil has claimed that El Clasico has gone down because of Barcelona. Ozil said this ahead of Real Madrid’s La Liga El Clasico with Barcelona on Sunday. Speaking with Marca, the former Arsenal star said Barcelona have lost potential. “At that time, it was the most important match in world football. Unfortunately f...

Arsenal vs Man United: the greatest Premier League rivalry?

Pochettino sack? Chelsea boss ‘not safe beyond summer’ as Blues face more ‘upheaval’

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino could reportedly face the sack at the end of the season although 'no majority decision has been taken' at the club.

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.

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...

EPL: Why Liverpool lost 2-0 to Everton – Klopp

Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp has said his team was not good enough as they lost 2-0 to Everton in the Premier League on Wednesday night. The Reds’ title hopes suffered a big dent at Goodison Park, thanks to goals from Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. Klopp, speaking to Sky Sports, said: “I’m very disappointed. We let it happen exactly ...

Arsenal star White’s agent drops ‘be kind’ plea after England snub as critics ‘don’t have facts’

The agent of Arsenal standout Ben White has leapt to the defence of the right-back after he recently opted to reject an England call-up.

Hamilton blames wind for Q1 error as Mercedes "experiment"

Lewis Hamilton blamed a tailwind for the Turn 14 moment that pitched him out of Q1 for Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix in his “knife-edge” Mercedes.

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

La Liga boss ‘instantly rejects’ Man Utd offer to replace Ten Hag as he refuses to ‘betray’ Man City

Girona boss Michel has rejected the chance to replace Erik ten Hag at Man Utd at the end of the season, according to reports.

‘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...

Sachin Tendulkar turns 51: A look at Master Blaster's glorious performances at ICC events

New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): After hitting runs all over the ground throughout a two-decade glorious career filled up with many centuries and fifties, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as the greatest batter after Sir Don Bradman, turned 51 on Wednesday. Tendulkar, known as 'Master Blaster' for his ability to blast his way through any bowling attack and his very mastery over every skill, technique and shot in the...

Every Premier League club’s most improved player features six England hopefuls and Ben White

Six players hoping to be in Gareth Southgate's England squad, and one who definitely doesn't want to be, feature among the Premier League's most improved players.

Man Utd: Ten Hag will have to settle for ’25 per cent pay cut’ as risk-averse INEOS ‘prepare for next season’

Erik ten Hag will have to take a 25 per cent pay cut if Man Utd fail to make the Champions League this season, according to reports.

DC vs GT: Mohit Sharma bowls most expensive spell in IPL history

New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): Gujarat Titans (GT) pacer Mohit Sharma on Wednesday recorded the worst figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history. During the match against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing tournament at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi he conceded 73 runs to record the worst spell in IPL history in his four overs after receiving a hammering in the 20th over of 31 runs. Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant and batter...

Klopp MUST exorcise his ghosts of Goodison past to defeat Everton

On Wednesday night, that must all change for the German. Yes, he is yet to lose a derby at the historic Merseyside ground. But the hoodoo that has haunted him here in the past has proved costly.

Luis Enrique wants to 'mark history' with PSG treble

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Tuesday he was chasing history as the club bid for the treble of Ligue 1, Champions League and French Cup trophies this season.PSG can take the first step by wrapping up the Ligue 1 title for the 12th time on Wednesday with a win at Lorient and if second-placed Monaco fail to beat Lille.But Luis Enrique, 53, who took over the Paris giants last year, has a unique hat-trick in his sights -- a feat he...

Chelsea: Finance expert predicts 15-point deduction if Premier League ‘reject PSR loophole’

Finance expert Kieran Maguire thinks Everton and Nottingham Forest are "right to be furious at Chelsea", who could be given a severe points deduction.

Where are they now? The 7 Real Madrid teenagers handed La Liga debuts by Carlo Ancelotti

Carlo Ancelotti has dished out plenty of debuts.

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