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- Summer transfer window bargains: Karetsas, Yohanna, Mora and more
Some clubs around Europe have spent hundreds of millions to bring in new players, but what about the bargain deals?
- Worst transfers of the window, ranked: From Fernandez to Tielemans
We've ranked the 11 moves of this summer transfer window that are likely to fail. Did Man United, Tottenham and Chelsea mess up?
- US Open tennis 2026: Alcaraz faces Faria, Sabalenka cruises and more on day four – live
Tennis updates from Flushing Meadows, New York Email Ella and follow us on TikTok and Bluesky And Nakashima breaks too – he’s hitting it hard off both wings and I wonder if he’s in the process of finding a new level. The first few times I watched him, I thought he had a bit of something and, real talk, I thought he’d b…
- Graziano's bold-but-realistic predictions for all 32 NFL teams: Don't be surprised if ...
Jameson Williams leading the Lions' receivers? Xavier Worthy breaking out? Travis Hunter almost entirely at CB? We have 32 outside-the-box things to watch.
- Clippers docked five first-round picks, fined $30M
As a result of the investigation into the team's signing of Kawhi Leonard, the NBA docked the Clippers 5 1st-round picks, fined them $30M and suspended owner Steve Ballmer for 1 year. The Clippers plan to challenge the findings "through every avenue."
- Jordan Chiles announces comeback bid for third Olympics at LA 2028
Olympic champion targets third Games in LA Michael Jordan narrates announcement video Chiles joins Lee and Carey on comeback trail Jordan Chiles is returning for a run at her third Olympics, announcing Wednesday she intends to compete in the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. Chiles shared her decision in a video narrated…
- Carr, Manning top packed Heisman odds boards
Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr and Texas quarterback Arch Manning are the favorites to win the Heisman Trophy, but the odds at sportsbooks suggest it's a wide-open race.
- Georgia AG to SEC: Oust LSU if Kiffin plays pros
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is encouraging Greg Sankey to take "all measures available," including suspending and/or removing LSU from the SEC if the Tigers roster former NFL players.
- Tiger's license suspended 5 years after plea deal
Tiger Woods had his driver's license suspended five years Wednesday after striking a plea deal in his DUI case.
- ⚾ MLB playoff tracker: Odds, scenarios, more
From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.
- Hurts agrees that he, Brown grew apart: 'Clearly'
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts confirmed former teammate A.J. Brown's comments that the two had grown apart last season in QB's interview with GQ magazine.
- Vikings GM expects McCarthy on Week 1 roster
Vikings general manager Nolan Teasley said Wednesday he expects quarterback J.J. McCarthy to be a part of the team when the regular season begins.
- 49ers star DE Bosa takes big step toward return
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa took a big step toward returning to play Wednesday when he participated in a full practice for the first time since tearing his right anterior cruciate ligament in Week 3 of last season.
- Reports: Man charged in Barkley break-in case
A 24-year-old man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies in collection with an attempted break-in at the home of Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and two other burglaries.
- Wrexham thrash Millwall for 1st win of season
Wrexham got their first win of the Championship season in style as Millwall were swept aside 3-0 at the New Den.
- 'This is all anonymous?' MLB players unfiltered on salary cap, CBA talks and whether there will be a 2027 season
We asked more than two dozen major leaguers to weigh in on the state of baseball's labor negotiations.
- The uncertain days of a potential lucky loser
For the players hoping to get into the main draw as a lucky loser, the first round of the US Open is a nail-biting limbo.
- What to expect from Serena and Venus Williams in US Open doubles
For the first time in four years, Serena and Venus Williams will play doubles together later this week at the US Open. How will it go? We break it down.
- Alex de Minaur finally reaches US Open second round amid scheduling backlog
Australia’s No 1 beats Andrea Guerrieri 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 after delays Taylah Preston and Daria Kasatkina bow out after first-round defeats After having his tournament opener against Andrea Guerrieri postponed until day four, Alex de Minaur had to endure another two-hour rain delay before putting away the Italian qualifier…
- Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 13: Tottenham Hotspur
After a record equalling finish under Martin Ho last season and a summer recruitment strategy that has turned heads can Spurs push into the top four? Guardian writers’ predicted position: 5th (NB: this is not necessarily Suzanne Wracks’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 5th Conti…
- Boulter wins one game in 58-minute US Open defeat
British number one Katie Boulter is dumped out in the second round of the US Open as she wins just one game in a 58-minute demolition by Karolina Muchova.
- Championship roundup: Wrexham rout Millwall to seal first league victory
Kieffer Moore and Jacques Ekomié score in 3-0 win QPR beat Cardiff; Middlesbrough draw at Burnley Wrexham powered to their first Championship win this season with a ruthless 3-0 rout of injury-plagued Millwall on Wednesday. The Welsh side had drawn with Cardiff and Watford before losing at home to Birmingham prior to t…
- Scottish Premiership: Durán inspires Celtic to convincing victory after Dalglish ovation
Colombian opens scoring in 3-0 win against Aberdeen Falkirk 1-2 Rangers; Kilmarnock 0-1 St Mirren The Celtic striker Camilo Durán inspired the Scottish champions’ 3-0 win over Aberdeen , while Rangers snatched a 2-1 victory against Falkirk on Wednesday. Durán has scored six goals in five matches for Martin O’Neill’s si…
- Man City buy costly new midfield - but have they overlooked Haaland cover?
Manchester City have completed a squad overhaul including a fully revamped midfield to the tune of a Premier League record £458m, but that eyewatering number does not tell the full story.
- Celtic sign five in one day after Van den Berg & Lotomba arrive
Celtic complete loan deals for former England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and teenage Chelsea duo Shumaira Mheuka and Landon Emenalo.
- Defending champion Murphy exits British Open
Defending champion Shaun Murphy is knocked out of the British Open after a 4-2 defeat to David Gilbert in the second round.
- 'Don't F with his time': Inside Curt Cignetti's uber-efficient practice at Indiana
Cignetti and his coaches don't waste a second, finishing an hour sooner than most CFB programs.
- LA Clippers fined $30m by NBA over Leonard scandal
The LA Clippers are fined $30m (£22.2m) by the NBA for violating salary rules over the acquisition of star player Kawhi Leonard.
- Chelsea make contact with Wijnaldum - Thursday's gossip
Chelsea make contact with former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum, Arsenal eye Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, Everton play down prospect of signing free transfers, plus more.
- Birds stop play but Medvedev flies into third round
An interruption from a pair of birds ruffles Daniil Medvedev's feathers but fails to disrupt the seventh seed as he eases into the US Open third round with a dominant victory over Sebastian Gorzny.
- Katie Boulter crashes out of US Open after Karolina Muchova nightmare
British No 1 outclassed 6-1, 6-0 in second round Francesca Jones claims big win over Magda Linette With the grounds of the Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre at a standstill in the middle of a furious downpour and all eyes on the only two stadium courts under retractable roofs, there was nowhere for Katie Boulter…
- Fury calls Joshua a 'coward' as wait for announcement continues
Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua is a "coward" as the pair face a tense wait to see whether their long-awaited all-British heavyweight blockbuster can be agreed.
- Clippers docked five first-round draft picks and fined $30m over Kawhi Leonard scandal
Team circumvented salary cap rules to sign star Owner Steve Ballmer lands one-year ban The NBA has handed down one of the biggest punishments in the history of the league to the Los Angeles Clippers after finding that the franchise circumvented salary cap rules when it courted Kawhi Leonard as a free agent. The league…
- Roundtable: Who will win the national title?
Our writers make their picks for the Heisman and more.
- College Football Playoff preseason predictions
Before the games begin, find out which teams our experts think will make this season's CFP.
- Which extension-eligible NFL players could be big factors next offseason?
From C.J. Stroud to top cornerbacks, we go through players up for extensions who could also be on the move in 2027.
- Ranking the NFL's top 100 players for this season, from Myles Garrett to ...
Which defender came in at No. 1? Which team had the most players included?
- Walsh caps Champions League progress for Chelsea despite Real Sociedad grind
Real Sociedad 0-1 Chelsea (agg 2-6) Keira Walsh scores at corner to settle tie Chelsea ensured there will be three Women’s Super League teams in the league phase of the Champions League as Keira Walsh’s second-half strike against Real Sociedad extended their three-goal margin from the first leg of the third-round quali…
- Man Utd sign Bernal from Washington Spirit
Manchester United have completed the signing of Mexico international Rebeca Bernal from Washington Spirit.
- Somerset dominate Glamorgan; Yorkshire struggle against Surrey: county cricket, day one – as it happened
Hampshire make U-turn over Scott Kuggeleijn signing after fan backlash as Warwickshire add to their troubles Kent’s start is on the crunchy side of autumn. Compton (8) and Crawley (6) both gone. Kent 18-2. Rain at The Oval too, where my daughter is looking after my nephews and a couple of their friends. If you see an a…
- Travis Kelce purchased $5.35 million Ohio home months before Taylor Swift marriage
Kelce closed on the home long before his July wedding to the pop superstar.
- 'Dancing With The Stars' cast features Amber Glenn, Ezra Frech, Savannah Bananas player
Athletes have had an excellent track record in "Dancing With The Stars" competitions, winning 12 of the past seasons.
- ‘A commodity’: Ismaïla Sarr’s agent wants respect for African players in transfer deals
Diomansy Kamara says players must ‘be heard’ Monaco defend halting Lamine Camara’s Chelsea move Ismaïla Sarr’s agent has claimed some African players are treated like “a commodity” after Crystal Palace turned down Liverpool’s approach for the Senegal forward and Lamine Camara’s move from Monaco to Chelsea broke down on…
- Messi wasn't always the international GOAT, but his perseverance for Argentina paid off
Lionel Messi's career with Argentina was ultimately a successful one, but it also became a career full of adversity which only strengthens his legacy.
- Olympic champion Davis-Woodhall 'lucky to be alive' after car crash
Olympic long jump champion Tara Davis-Woodhall says she is "lucky and blessed to be alive" after being involved in a car crash.
- Premier League money has lost all meaning amid chaotic spectacle of excess | Barney Ronay
The transfer window has broken all rational rules and limits, leaving us to marvel and, ultimately, pick up the bill There was a research study a few years back into a key period in the life of the TV show Location, Location, Location. You know the one. Half an hour of mid-morning drift. Hosted by two people whose comm…
- Norris sets up junior team to help drivers to F1
World champion Lando Norris is setting up his own junior team to support young drivers on their route to Formula 1.
- Northern Ireland boss O'Neill 'hopeful' training centre plans progress
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says that he is "certainly hopeful" that the Irish Football Association can move forward with plans to have a National Training Centre open by 2028.
- Lando Norris launches LN4 Fusion team to develop young drivers in F1 and motorsport
F1 champion first to back junior team in single-seater era Norris also creates legacy programme to support talent Lando Norris has co-founded a new junior, single-seater racing team. Named LN4 Fusion it will compete in multiple championships including the feeder series for Formula One, F3 and F2, as the current F1 worl…
- Deadline-day shambles leaves Everton and David Moyes fighting the odds again
From accepting a bid for Armstrong to collapse of Balogun deal, TFG has shown an amateurish and unambitious approach To be placed in the same bracket as owners whose lack of ambition, lack of resources and/or incompetence has contributed to the longest trophy drought in Everton’s history, particularly 20 months into a…
- England omit Brydon Carse again for third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston
Carse also missed second Test after incident in Derby bar Matthew Fisher absence is only change from Lord’s squad Brydon Carse has been left out of England’s squad for the final Test of the summer, against Pakistan at Edgbaston next week, with police still investigating allegations of an assault connected with the late…
- US cyclist Ezra Caudell hospitalized with ‘multi-system trauma’ after Philadelphia crash
19-year-old remains hospitalized after Sunday crash Caudell receiving care for ‘multi-system trauma’ Lotto-Intermarché yet to update on Milan Menten American cyclist Ezra Caudell remains hospitalized with “multi-system trauma” after being seriously injured in a crash during Sunday’s Philadelphia Cycling Classic , his t…
- Balogun pulled out of Everton move over handling of his medical, claim Monaco
Thiago Scuro suggests Merseyside club responsible Monaco chief executive defends keeping Camara Folarin Balogun pulled out of a £40m move to Everton because of how he was treated over his medical, according to Monaco’s chief executive, Thiago Scuro, who also defended the late decision not to sell Lamine Camara to Chels…
- Monza personifies the passion that enticed Leclerc to commit his future to Ferrari
Ferrari hasn't been a title contender in some time, but Charles Leclerc is confident that will change. Until then, he's enjoying being an icon in Italy.
- Richarlison could still leave Tottenham as Trabzonspor weigh up bid for striker
Turkish transfer window closes on Friday night Brazilian refused a return to Everton on Tuesday Richarlison is the subject of firm interest from Trabzonspor and could move there from Tottenham before the closure of the transfer window in Turkey on Friday night. The striker has asked to leave, according to the Spurs man…
- 'NRL investment in Super League benefits both parties'
Incoming St Helens boss Kevin Walters says National Rugby League investment in the Super League would benefit both parties.
- Britain's Brennan claims third Vuelta stage win
Britain's Matthew Brennan powers to his third win at the Vuelta a Espana in a sprint finish on stage 11.
- Hornets offseason recap and early-season preview: What's next after the LaMelo trade?
Following one of the most successful seasons in recent franchise history, the Hornets decided to make big changes this offseason. Will it work?
- Lakers-Mavs? Pacers-Knicks?! Ranking the top 10 NBA rivalries to watch next season
A competitive postseason and buzzy offseason have elevated some of the league's feistiest conflicts.
- 10 bold predictions: Which players will surprise in fantasy?
Our fantasy analysts picked their favorite "out on a limb" predictions for the NFL season ahead.
- Facts vs. Feelings: Should you be in or out on these seven players?
In advance of the biggest draft weekend, Liz Loza reveals her strongest thoughts to help you have a successful draft.
- Remaining strength of schedule for every MLB playoff contender
Which teams have the most -- and least -- favorable paths to October? We broke down every playoff hopeful's September matchups.
- Balogun's failed Everton transfer sums up USMNT's underwhelming summer window
Folarin Balogun's move to Everton collapsed on deadline day, while Strasbourg might be Gio Reyna's last-chance saloon. Jeff Carlisle looks at the USMNT's most noteworthy summer transfers.
- Wrist injury to keep Hadjar out of Italian GP
Red Bull will be without Isack Hadjar at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix as he continues to recover from a wrist injury.
- Summer off England duty took me by surprise - Itoje
England captain Maro Itoje says he was initially taken aback by the suggestion he step away from international action for the July Tests
- Premier League transfer talking points: three things we learned from the data
After record spending in the transfer market, England’s top clubs have widened the gap to their European counterparts Premier League clubs have invested more than £3.4bn in players this summer, an increase of 11.9% on last year. There are three aspects of this enormous spending worthy of closer scrutiny. Continue readi…
- Carse left out of England squad for third Pakistan Test
England leave Brydon Carse out of their squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston.
- Football Daily | War chests, deal sheets and online meltdowns: anatomy of a deadline day
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Release clauses. War chests. Amortisation. Transfer requests. Surplus to requirements. Online meltdowns. Agents. Gazumping. Buy-back clauses. Options. Add-ons. Personal terms. Soft approaches. Grifters. Clickbait. Lowball bids. In The Knows. Serious bids. Super agents…
- Late-night transfer fallout sparks Chelsea-Monaco row
How Chelsea, Everton and Monaco all missed out after late-night drama on deadline day. Nizaar Kinsella reports.
- Woods banned from driving for five years after March's crash arrest
The golfer will accept a five-year driving ban and $1,000 fine as part of a plea agreement.
- Rosters: Players in eligibility limbo, transfers, recruits, more
We're tracking all the player movement across key programs ahead of the 2026-27 season.
- Way-Too-Early Top 25: Biggest remaining question for every ranked team
Eligibility questions abound for the top 25 teams, which include new faces Texas Tech and BYU this month.
- Who are the free agents after transfer deadline day?
BBC Sport takes a look at the players still without a club after the 2026 summer transfer window shut.
- No Wilson? No Plum? What adjustments must Team USA make?
How will the deepest roster in the world make up for A'ja Wilson's absence? And what might be next for Kelsey Plum?
- Preview: U.S. women are favorite, but here's how all 16 teams rank
Sixteen nations will compete in the World Cup in Berlin starting Friday. Team USA and France are front-runners.
- 'Zero excuses' - Wardley out to avenge Dubois loss
Fabio Wardley says there are "zero excuses" heading into his highly anticipated rematch with WBO heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois on 17 October.
- Tiger Woods handed five-year driving ban after no-contest plea over crash
Woods pleads no contest to reduced charge Charges stemmed from March rollover crash Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to reckless driving on Wednesday morning as part of an agreement with Florida prosecutors that reduced a DUI charge stemming from his rollover crash in March . The 50-year-old was adjudicated guilty of wil…
- How Everton's deadline day debacle leaves owners facing fan mutiny
Everton's transfer deadline day debacle over Folarin Balogun leaves owners The Friedkin facing fan mutiny, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
- Hampshire make Kuggeleijn U-turn after criticism
Hampshire decide that New Zealand all-rounder Scott Kuggeleijn will not represent the club having "listened to feedback from staff and supporters".
- Women’s Super League 2 predictions: can Newcastle reach promotion and will Watford stay up?
As the 12 teams start their campaigns, we look at each side’s chances of going up and who will occupy the relegation places The Women’s Super League 2 season, which gets under way on Friday when Watford host Burnley, comes with a tweaked format and the introduction of a new fixture. After the expansion of the WSL this…
- Man Utd and their calculated left-back gamble
Despite a widespread expectation they would sign a left-back this summer, Manchester United decided against - what does it mean?
- 'We'll be ready' - who are the WSL newcomers?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the three new additions to the Women's Super League for the first season of its expanded 14-team format
- Woltemade move underlines summer of change at Newcastle
It was ultimately a tale of two very different forwards on deadline day as Nick Woltemade left Newcastle United to join Juventus on loan and the club announced the arrival of Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
- Feared in attack, light at the back - why Liverpool's transfer window leaves questions
Feared in attack but light at the back? Liverpool have spent more than £200m in the transfer window but questions remain over whether the squad has enough depth.
- AJ v Fury - highly anticipated or a forgotten fight?
British boxer Pat Brown and journalists Nick Peet and Steph Kamale discuss the prospect of an Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury fight, and whether it would still attract a worldwide audience, or is it a fight that few actually want?
- Dream team or stuff of nightmares? Rams’ bold moves could go either way
LA added Myles Garrett and brought Aaron Donald out of retirement to create the NFL’s most menacing defense. A Super Bowl trip still isn’t a guarantee Last Saturday night, NFL Network premiered the 2025 edition of America’s Game, the annual NFL Films-produced documentary on the reigning Super Bowl champions, this time…
- Nate Boyer, the Green Beret who stood beside Kaepernick: ‘The vitriol was more disrespectful than the protest’
Ten years after he helped shape the quarterback’s anthem protest, the former NFL player and Army veteran says he still sees it as an act of patriotism Nate Boyer was stunned. The former NFL long snapper and United States Army Green Beret had big plans for his MVP (Merging Vets and Players) foundation, an organization t…
- Top seed Alexander Zverev survives near five-hour marathon at US Open
German scrapes home 6-4, 3-6, 6-7 (7), 7-5, 6-4 in thriller ‘I think this is the longest first-round match I’ve played’ Alexander Zverev rallied just in time to avoid becoming the first men’s No 1 seed to lose in the first round of a grand slam tournament since 2003, edging Lorenzo Sonego 6-4, 3-6, 6-7 (7), 7-5, 6-4 in…
- Football transfer rumours: Jamie Vardy to São Paulo or Sheffield Wednesday?
Today’s fluff is powering down as the nights draw in Should have, would have, could have. Many fans will be using this phrase today after the Premier League transfer window closed at 11pm last night, meaning no more deals can but made until the winter window opens. Everton will be clawing at the glass like a cat who ha…
- Are Arsenal taking a risk in not signing a world-class forward?
Arsenal have been busy in the transfer market as they look to defend their Premier League title, but do they lack a world class striker still?
- Which footballer has had the most glittering club career? | The Knowledge
Plus: brothers playing in England’s top four tiers, shirt-hogging sponsors, and goalkeepers sent off upfield Mail us with your all of your questions and answers “Marquinhos won his 40th trophy in club football when Paris Saint-Germain beat Aston Villa in the Super Cup,” notes Paul Gage. “Has any player won more?” The s…
- Football connects communities but can pull them apart if governed carelessly | Cath Bishop
Sport is a space to help youngsters to develop character, resilience and confidence, but we need stronger leadership and safer environments to make this happen The fight for the soul of football isn’t just happening in the offices of Uefa and Fifa, it’s taking place on pitches much closer to home. At the weekend games…
- Five moments that shaped Taylor's legendary career
From writing a letter to her idol as a 10-year-old to messaging a promoter on social media, here are five sliding doors moments that helped shape Katie Taylor’s career.
- Have title contenders done enough in transfer window to challenge Arsenal?
As the transfer window closes for the summer, chief football writer Phil McNulty asks if Arsenal's rivals have done enough to challenge the champions?
- MMA divisional rankings: Upset KO boosts Song Yadong at bantamweight
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.
- Women's divisional rankings: Cameron beat Mayer to earn two titles and a top ranking
Junior middleweight has a new top fighter following Chantelle Cameron's title win over Mikaela Mayer. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.
- Fernández completes record-equalling £125m move from Chelsea to Manchester City
‘This is a club built for success,’ midfielder says Chelsea’s move for Monaco’s Camara falls through Manchester City have equalled the British transfer record with a £125m deal to sign Enzo Fernández from Chelsea, who were left raging after their attempts to replace the Argentina midfielder were dashed by Monaco renegi…
- Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 12: Manchester United
The departure of Marc Skinner and senior squad members leaves the new manager Eva Olid to guide United into a new era Guardian writers’ predicted position: 7th (NB: this is not necessarily Tom Garry’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 4th Continue reading...
- US Open 2026: Fery falls to Musetti as Fritz and Rybakina win – as it happened
Fery could not repeat his Wimbledon odyssey as he lost in the first round to Musetti, while Fritz, Rybakina and Andreeva advanced in straight sets and Cobolli fought back to win in five Nothing’s going Cobolli’s way at the moment , as he thwacks his own leg with his racket while trying to hit the ball, as he’s taken to…
- Sunderland pip Crystal Palace in battle of the private jets to land Malick Fofana
Both clubs send planes to France to acquire Lyon winger Sunderland submit deal sheet for £31m transfer Sunderland and Crystal Palace were involved in an extraordinary deadline-day tug of war that concluded with Malick Fofana agreeing to swap Lyon for the Stadium of Light in a club-record £31m move. On Tuesday morning i…
- Arthur Fery sunk by Lorenzo Musetti in straight sets on US Open debut
British Wimbledon semi-finalist loses 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 Elena Rybakina into second round with 6-3, 6-2 win Six weeks on from the fortnight that changed his life , Arthur Fery’s first grand slam appearance since his semi-final run at Wimbledon came under considerably different circumstances. He is now the 33rd best men’s pl…
- Lynx dethroned as schedule breaks for World Cup
What should every team be focused on when play resumes after the FIBA World Cup?
- Bouchier stars as England thrash Ireland in record-breaking win
Maia Bouchier hits 104 to help England produce a record run chase, as they successfully chase down 282 against Ireland at Grace Road, sealing a six-wicket win in the first of three One Day Internationals between the two sides.
- 'Magnificent innings' - Bouchier finds her form in England victory
Maia Bouchier hits 104 off 95 balls, in an innings that included 11 boundaries, to guide England to a record-breaking victory against Ireland at Grace Road in the first of three One Day Internationals between the two sides.
- 'It hasn't even moved!' - No wicket for Wong as bails stay still
Issy Wong bowls Ireland's Rebecca Stokell but doesn't get the wicket after the bails remain on top of the stumps, much to the dismay of the England bowler in the first One Day International in Leicester.
- The Raygun documentary ducks a big question about the Olympic fame of a ‘dorky white academic’
Untold Raygun: Breaking Badly finds warmth and humor in Rachael Gunn’s ordeal, but never fully reckons with what her notoriety meant for breaking Early in Netflix’s new documentary, Untold Raygun: Breaking Badly, Australian B-girl Rachael Gunn, recounts a session she had with her sports psychologist prior to the 2024 P…
- 'Quite the rollercoaster' - Stokell reaches fifty...twice
Rebecca Stokell finds a unique way of reaching her half-century as the Ireland batter gets to 50, only to see the runs changed to leg-byes, before wrongly being given out, before reaching 50 again in the first One Day International against England in Leicester.
- ‘In my heart until I die’: Argentina says a tearful thank you to Lionel Messi
The Argentinian’s decision to quit international football was met by an outpouring of affection from the country he led to World Cup glory in 2022 Anyone who was present at Lionel Scaloni’s press conference immediately after the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey on 19 July and saw his tears, the…
- Saka strike maintains Arsenal’s perfect start, plus deadline day | Football Weekly – video
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning , John Brewin and Jonathan Wilson as Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0 and Bradley Barcola joins Liverpool Continue reading...
- 'One-handed screamer!' - Capsey's stunning catch on wicketkeeper debut
On her international debut as England's wicketkeeper, Alice Capsey takes a brilliant catch to remove Ireland's Alice Tector as England strike early in the first One Day International in Leicester.
- Men’s transfer window summer 2026: all deals from Europe’s top five leagues
All the latest Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A deals and a club-by-club guide Women’s transfer window interactive guide Continue reading...
- Women’s transfer window summer 2026: all deals from world’s top six leagues
Every deal in the NWSL, WSL, Liga F, Frauen-Bundesliga, Première Ligue and Serie A Femminile as well as a club-by-club guide Men’s transfer window interactive guide Continue reading...
- Janine Sonis: ‘63,000 fans in Denver proves a women’s team was way overdue’
The Canada and Denver Summit full-back on playing at a packed Mile High Stadium and the impact of Lindsey Heaps In the 13th minute of a 6-1 win against Chicago, Janine Sonis ran into the penalty area and stealthily positioned herself behind a line of defenders, before striking a crisp shot into the right corner. It was…
- David Squires on … the art of the transfer deal
Our cartoonist looks through the ages to chart the evolution of the football transfer into its modern construct Buy a cartoon | Some of David’s favourite works And his latest book, Chaos in the Box: get it now Continue reading...
- Barcelona breeze past Rayo but all eyes in Spain remain on Julián Álvarez
Hansi Flick is very happy to welcome Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona – but Julián Álvarez remains the ultimate prize If Raphinha has any misgivings about playing as a makeshift No 9 for Barcelona, he is doing a good job of hiding it. Julián Álvarez would have been proud of the Brazilian’s two neat finishes that inspired the…
- The summer signings already making an impact - Sangare, Rogers, Enciso
BBC Sport takes a look at the summer signings getting off to a flying start in the new Premier League season, featuring Mamadou Sangare, Morgan Rogers, Julio Enciso, Gonzalo Garcia and Victor Munoz.
- Alcaraz cruises to US Open second round after four months out
Defending US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz returns from a four-month injury lay-off and cruises to the second round of the tournament, beating Russia's Roman Safiullin 6-4 6-4 6-4.
- Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 11: Manchester City
Beth Mead and Niamh Charles are notable additions to the champions’ squad that looks just as strong as last season Guardian writers’ predicted position: 1st (NB: this is not necessarily Tom Garry’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 1st Continue reading...
- Lamine Yamal and Raphinha score twice as Barcelona hit five
Lamine Yamal and Raphinha score twice as Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 in La Liga.
- Saka earns Arsenal hard-fought win at Aston Villa
Bukayo Saka's second-half goal is enough to earn Premier League champions Arsenal victory at Aston Villa.
- Playoff pickups: Work the waiver wire to win
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week for the fantasy playoffs.
- Fifa extends ban on man who secretly filmed female footballers in Austria
Former SCR Altach employee now banned worldwide Move follows pressure from players’ unions Fifa has extended worldwide the ban on a former match official and SCR Altach employee found guilty of taking secret videos and photographs of members of the club’s women’s team. In February, a regional court in Feldkirch, Austri…
- Fiorentina’s Serie A renaissance feels a way off after chastening centenary | Nicky Bandini
The home game against Frosinone seemed a perfect way to celebrate their landmark. It did not work out that way Fiorentina’s 100th birthday party had been going for four days, starting with a fan procession through the historic centre of Florence on Wednesday night and extending to their home game against Frosinone on S…
- Elversberg and ‘miracle village’ prove that Bundesliga fairytales still exist | Andy Brassell
German football has long insisted there is more to their elite league than a title race. Now they have a story that shows the world that surprise and wonder does live here too Friday night was no first day fun for VfB Stuttgart as they got first-hand proof of what the rest of the Bundesliga feared: that Bayern Munich a…
- Watkins faces Toney clash as strikers push for Saudi supremacy and Tuchel’s attention
Al-Hilal’s signing from Villa is thrown straight into big game against Al-Ahli and faces the highest of expectations Ollie Watkins and Ivan Toney spent 33 minutes on the pitch together a few weeks ago in Miami as England defeated France 6-4 in a game for third place at the World Cup. They will be reunited on Tuesday in…
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Ballon d’Or winner Putellas leads influx of superstar names at independent club aiming to bridge gap to very best Guardian writers’ predicted position: 4th (NB: this is not necessarily Suzanne Wrack’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 6th Continue reading...
- Marcus Rashford’s Manchester United return feels like a marriage of convenience | Will Unwin
A lack of offers and problems in finding a replacement may be behind the move, but that does not mean it cannot work The first chant of the match was for Marcus Rashford, Manchester United’s returning rogue son, the one banished for 18 months, first to the Midlands and then Catalonia. Every football fan loves…
- Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 9: Liverpool
Liverpool will hope Germany striker Vivien Endemann and Japanese youngster Mao Itamura can help get them off to a better start than they had last season Guardian writers’ predicted position: 8th (NB: this is not necessarily Tom Garry’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 11th Contin…
- Lavish spending fails to fix Tottenham’s big issue – the lack of soul and spine | Jonathan Liew
It might be too early to push the panic button but Roberto De Zerbi faces a huge task if he is to turn Spurs around Time for Tottenham to start panicking? This is, of course, a subtle trick question. Tottenham is one of those clubs that never actually stops panicking. They panic when they concede and they panic when th…
- Cole Palmer is a unicorn in this world inventing moments of pure pleasure | Barney Ronay
Much like Central Cee, the Chelsea attacker is a distinct presence and right now is perhaps the only truly creative English player out there This week Central Cee launched his new Premier League song, called The Team. It owes its existence to a youth-centred, fist-bumping corporate tie-in with Coca-Cola, the press rele…
- ‘Armchair supporter’: do I still love going to football or just love the idea of it? | Max Rushden
A welcome return to watch Cambridge brought back a whole lot of memories, nostalgia and contemplation On 11 February 1989, Cambridge United beat Hartlepool 6-0. My memories of the game are faint. The internet can’t even tell me who scored – perhaps Laurie Ryan got a couple. I do recall walking past some Hartlepool fans…
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