How should Wales be judged after New Zealand loss?
It was a curious narrative to judge after New Zealand had again beaten a spirited Wales side in Cardiff.
F1 standings: Lando Norris has lead over Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri going into final two races
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India face huge task to avoid another home defeat
India face an uphill battle if they are to avoid another home Test series defeat after South Africa hit 489 on day two of the second Test in Guwahati.
Micky van de Ven misses out for Spurs in defence, while there is a glaring Gunners omission: Stats boffins reveal Arsenal vs Tottenham combined XI
The standout fixture after the international break sees Premier League leaders Arsenal take on arch-rivals Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium.
Virgil van Dijk admits 'unacceptable' Liverpool flops are letting Arne Slot down after slumping into the bottom half of the table
The Reds lost 3-0 on Saturday to Nottingham Forest in another bruising defeat, their eighth in 11 games to take them into the bottom half of the table.
Bangladesh claim Test series victory over Ireland
Bangladesh eventually overcome a spirited Ireland on the final day of the second Test to claim a 2-0 series win in Mirpur.
McCullum urges England fans to 'keep the faith'
Head coach Brendon McCullum says England are "incredibly disappointed" by defeat in the first Ashes Test but their approach gives them the "best chance" of winning the series.
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Tennis star refused to play after being knocked over in 'shameful' Davis Cup moment
The Davis Cup final takes place this Sunday as Spain face Italy but the event was marred by a hugely controversial incident that happened earlier in the year.
McLaren explain Las Vegas disqualification as F1 title door ajar for Max Verstappen
McLaren Las Vegas disqualification explained as Norris and Piastri apology made
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were both disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix - with McLaren apologising to their drivers after the race
Arne Slot sack verdict is in after latest Liverpool humilation vs Nottingham Forest
Liverpool slumped to a 3-0 home defeat against Nottingham Forest and the pressure has ramped up on Arne Slot.
Brendon McCullum tells England fans to ‘keep the faith’ after losing first Test
The tourists are picking up the pieces after an eight-wicket thrashing in the Perth opener, the first two-day finish to an Ashes clash since 1921.
Captain Virgil van Dijk calls on players to get Liverpool ‘out of this mess’
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Bazball has lost the element of surprise - far from improving, England's progress under Brendon McCullum has stalled, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH
LAWRENCE BOOTH IN PERTH: The manner of England's surrender has reignited doubts about their ability to think on their feet. And those doubts were not assuaged by McCullum's response.
THINGS WE LEARNED: Why Eddie Howe will be delighted with Nick Woltemade's missed chances, the star who answered doubts - and the midfield tweak that inspired Newcastle's 2-1 win over Man City
CRAIG HOPE: How did Eddie Howe and his players achieve a victory over Manchester City that marked the head coach's first after 19 attempts in the Premier League ?
Confident McCullum ‘planning how to bounce back’ after England’s Ashes thumping
Coach asks fans to keep faith despite two-day defeat‘We’ll head to Brisbane with high expectations’Brendon McCullum has called on England fans rocked by the team’s calamitous two-day defeat by Australia in the first Ashes Test to “keep the faith”, insisting the team’s only chance of turning the series around was to double down on their methods. …
Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool are in a mess and hits out at teammates
Captain visibly angry after defeat to Nottingham ForestAccuses champions’ squad of letting down Arne SlotVirgil van Dijk has delivered a scathing assessment of Liverpool’s woeful title defence, the club captain admitting the champions are in a mess and letting down Arne Slot while questioning whether every player is shouldering responsibility for the …
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Virgil Van Dijk’s damning four-word statement reveals depth of Liverpool crisis
The Reds succumbed to another shock defeat to Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday, leaving Arne Slot in trouble
Broad: 'Psychologist' McCullum faces biggest test after two-day defeat
Stuart Broad says 'psychologist' Brendon McCullum faces his biggest challenge yet as England head coach as he tries to rally his side following their capitulation in the first Ashes Test at Perth.
England avoid Australia and NZ in World Cup draw
England avoid Australia and New Zealand in 2026 Rugby League World Cup group stages, while draws are also made for women's and wheelchair tournaments.
McLaren apologise to Norris, Piastri for Vegas exclusions
McLaren have apologised to Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri for their exclusions from the Las Vegas Grand Prix and revealed both cars sustained "accidental damage".
Lehmann criticises English 'pork chops' for abuse aimed at Smith
England fans "should be better than" the "abuse" they direct at Australia batter Steve Smith, says former coach Darren Lehmann.
Nathan Lyon reveals Travis Head's stunning five-word prediction just before the century that saved the Ashes Test for Australia
Nathan Lyon has revealed the sensational moment Travis Head stuck his hand up to open for Australia during their second innings in Perth.
Sky Sports forced to apologise as Lando Norris drops F-bomb in live post-race interview - leaving Max Verstappen and George Russell in stitches
Lando Norris' brutal honesty after an eventful Las Vegas GP left Sky Sports forced to apologise for his words, although he, Max Verstappen and George Russell saw the funny side.
David Warner's I'm A Celeb wife considered suicide after pub toilet tryst with rugby star
Candice Warner, former Ironwoman champion, married to ex-Australian cricket captain David Warner, spoke about contemplating suicide after being publicly shamed.
We're back! Four Arsenal stars spotted with squad ahead of Tottenham showdown
Discrimination victims in English grassroots football offered free counselling by FA
FA offers up to six sessions via Sporting ChanceLatest figures show rise in discrimination chargesThe Football Association is offering free counselling and mental-health support to victims of hate and discrimination in grassroots football.Discriminatory abuse is on the rise at grassroots level. In surveys 70% of participants including players, referees and …
Premier League stars 'could quit living in the UK over homesick WAGs - with clubs now hiring care teams to help unhappy partners settle better'
There are reportedly increasing fears that the Premier League could lose some of its star players due to non-footballing reasons.