SportsEx-NBA player Damon Jones set to be first to plead guilty in US basketball gambling scandal
Former NBA player Damon Jones is expected to become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling scandal that swept through professional basketball in the United States. The case is part of a broader betting scandal in...
SportsLIV Golf's decline looks inevitable as challenge to PGA Tour falls short
An ESPN analysis argues that LIV Golf, despite generating significant attention and forcing some changes at the PGA Tour, ultimately never mounted a serious long-term challenge to the established tour. The piece suggests...
SportsSabres to face Bruins in first round of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Buffalo Sabres are set to battle the Boston Bruins in the opening round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. SportsLine NHL analyst Scott Erskine has provided an overview of the Eastern Conference matchup....
SportsBarcelona file UEFA complaint over refereeing after Champions League exit to Atletico Madrid
Barcelona have lodged a formal complaint with UEFA over refereeing decisions following their Champions League quarterfinal elimination by Atletico Madrid. The Spanish club lost 4-3 on aggregate, with a player sent off in...
SportsAston Villa host Bologna in Europa League quarter-final second leg with 2-goal lead
Aston Villa welcomed Bologna to Villa Park for the Europa League quarter-final second leg, holding a commanding 3-1 advantage from the first leg. The Guardian's live coverage noted that several Villa players were one boo...
SportsNottingham Forest host Porto in Europa League quarter-final second leg
Nottingham Forest faced Porto at home in the Europa League quarter-final second leg, with the tie level at 1-1 from the first leg in Porto. The Guardian provided live coverage of the match, which kicked off at 8pm BST....
SportsNRL CEO Outlines Vision for Potential Super League Involvement
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has spoken publicly about the governing body's intentions regarding a possible role in Super League, stating the NRL wants the game globally to be strong and outlining what potential invol...
SportsCruiserweight Ryan Rozicki Signs Multi-Fight Deal with Zuffa Boxing
Hard-punching cruiserweight Ryan Rozicki has agreed a multi-fight contract with Zuffa Boxing, signalling the promotion's continued expansion into the heavyweight divisions....
Sports2026 NFL Draft One Week Away with Mock Drafts and Trade Speculation
With the 2026 NFL Draft one week out, analysts are releasing mock drafts projecting a flurry of first-round trades, including the Cowboys potentially executing one of five trades. A separate satirical "worst mock draft" ...
SportsHull FC vs St Helens: Super League Match Underway
Hull FC and St Helens are in action in a Super League fixture, with Sky Sports providing live score updates from the game....
SportsCartwright 'a blubbering mess' after Hull FC sacking
John Cartwright has opened up about his emotional reaction to being sacked by Hull FC, describing himself as 'a blubbering mess'. The former head coach also revealed details of what has been happening behind the scenes a...
SportsUlster's Augustus Eyes Home Advantage in URC Knockout Stages
Ulster back row Juarno Augustus has highlighted the importance of maintaining momentum in the United Rugby Championship to clinch home advantage for the knockout stages....
SportsLionel Messi Buys Spanish Club Cornella Near Barcelona
Inter Miami and Argentina star Lionel Messi has purchased Cornella, a football club based in Barcelona, Spain — the city where Messi spent the majority of his career....
SportsWorld Cup 2026 Transit Costs Spark Outrage Among Fans and Politicians
FIFA is facing backlash over high domestic transit prices for the 2026 World Cup hosted in the United States, with prominent US politicians calling on FIFA to subsidize transportation costs for fans....
SportsBarcelona Blame Refereeing Errors for Champions League Exit
Barcelona have publicly blamed refereeing mistakes for their failure to reach the Champions League semi-finals, claiming the errors caused significant sporting and financial damage to the club....
SportsEngland Ring Changes for Women's Six Nations Clash with Scotland
England have made significant alterations to their lineup ahead of Saturday's Women's Six Nations match against Scotland. Ellie Kildunne moves from her usual full-back position to the wing, with Burton selected at lock....
SportsNottingham Forest Lead 10-Man Porto in Champions League Tie
Nottingham Forest are holding a lead against a reduced Porto side — down to 10 men — in their Champions League fixture, with Sky Sports providing live coverage of the match....
SportsFormer Arsenal and Liverpool Goalkeeper Alex Manninger Dies in Train Crash
Alex Manninger, who kept goal for Arsenal, Liverpool, and Juventus and earned 33 caps for Austria, has died in a car crash involving a train....
SportsBarcelona Appeal to UEFA Over Rules Dispute in Champions League Exit
Barcelona have filed a second appeal with UEFA regarding a Laws of the Game issue they believe affected their Champions League quarterfinal exit against Atletico Madrid, after a first appeal was already rejected by Europ...
SportsAshley Cole Says England 'Discouraged' Him from Coaching Career
Ashley Cole, England's seventh most-capped player with 107 appearances, says he was discouraged by figures within the football pyramid from pursuing a head coaching career. Cole credits Italy with giving him the opportun...