Sport

More in Sport

Root urges measured celebration after England seals Pakistan series lead

England have secured a 2-0 series lead over Pakistan at Lord's. Captain Joe Root urges measured celebration while addressing his own batting struggles and pointing to altered ball characteristics as a factor in challenging conditions.

6 min read

Robinson's Redemption: How England Found Its Hero in a Subdued Summer

Ollie Robinson's extraordinary redemption arc defines England's subdued summer as they secure a 2-0 series victory over Pakistan at Lord's, with the bowler taking eight wickets in the match and establishing himself as a Test cricket great.

6 min read

Saints Release Kicker Smyth After Losing Competition to Carlson

Charlie Smyth has been waived by the New Orleans Saints after losing a kicking competition to two-time All-Pro Daniel Carlson. The Northern Irish placekicker, who joined through the NFL's International Player Pathway, could remain with the team on the practice squad or be claimed by another franc...

4 min read

Why Maguire's Handball Goal Stood Against Ipswich: The Own-Goal Exception Explained

Manchester United's controversial own goal against Ipswich Town stood because the ball deflected off Jacob Greaves rather than going directly in from Harry Maguire's shot. The own-goal exception to handball rules allowed VAR to recommend awarding the goal despite Maguire's initial contact with hi...

5 min read

Watkins completes £51m transfer to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal

Ollie Watkins completes his £51m transfer from Aston Villa to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a three-year deal. The 30-year-old striker departs as Villa's record Premier League goalscorer with 91 goals.

2 min read

Rodon injury clouds Wales preparations as Farke confirms hamstring damage

Wales manager Craig Bellamy faces fresh injury concerns after Joe Rodon sustained a hamstring injury during Leeds United's 1-1 draw with Brentford, with the defender departing after 33 minutes. Cardiff's Dylan Lawlor is also sidelined, complicating preparations for Nations League fixtures.

2 min read

Manchester United honours PC Matthew Blades at Old Trafford following A66 tragedy

Manchester United honoured PC Matthew Blades, a devoted supporter killed in an A66 crash on 22 August, as his sons led out the team against Ipswich. The collision claimed seven lives and has sparked a major investigation with 24 arrests.

3 min read

Pidcock Wins Second World Title, Dedicates Victory to Tarling

Tom Pidcock won his second cross-country world title at the Mountain Bike World Championships in Italy, dedicating his victory to Finlay Tarling, the 19-year-old British cyclist who died in a crash during the Volta a Portugal on 14 August 2026.

4 min read

Pegula, Medvedev and Djokovic launch US Open 2026 as British contingent takes centre stage

The US Open 2026 opens on 30 August with Jessica Pegula, Daniil Medvedev and Novak Djokovic headlining day one. Nine British players compete in the main draw, the largest contingent since 1981, as Krejcikova and Paolini begin their women's singles campaigns.

4 min read

Marquez Claims Third Consecutive Aragon Victory, Closes Gap to Martin

Marc Marquez wins the Aragon Grand Prix for the third straight year, closing the championship gap to Jorge Martin to 19 points. The Ducati rider's eighth victory at MotorLand came after an intense battle with pole-sitter Marco Bezzecchi.

2 min read

Swansea's winger overhaul already delivering early dividends

Swansea City's summer signings in wide areas are already delivering results, with wingers scoring four goals in the opening three Championship games—a dramatic improvement on last season's output.

5 min read

Barcelona set to sign Arsenal's Jesus for €10m before deadline

Barcelona are closing in on a deal to sign Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus for £8.6m before the transfer deadline, with the Brazilian set for a medical on Monday.

1 min read