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[Getty Images]In a parallel universe, this week is Harry Brook's first as England's new Test captain.There are numerous reasons why it will be Joe Root, rather than Brook, leading England into a new era against Pakistan at Headingley: the timing of Ben Stokes' retirement, Brook's workload as white-ball captain and Root's surprise willingness to resume the job among them.Inescapably, there is also what happened during the winter, when Brook was punched by a nightclub bouncer i

Cameroon claimed a first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title when they thumped surprise package Malawi 3-0 in the final, as Marie Ngah’s first-half double helped seal victory on Sunday.Cameroon had lost three finals but made it fourth-time lucky against a Malawi side making their debut at the continental championship. Ranked 153 in the world and 32nd on the African continent, Malawi had a fairytale run to the decider.The two finalists had already sealed their place at the Women’s World

Three takeaways from FC Basel 2-5 Barcelona | Pre-season FriendlyThe Joan Gamper Trophy is traditionally Barcelona’s curtain-raiser to the new season, and the Catalans played their final pre-season friendly ahead of that clash last night against FC Basel.The first-half of the game was rather tight and ended with both sides level with a 1-1 scoreline. Barcelona created the better chances, but Karim Adeyemi’s opener was crossed out by a Jean Doucoure banger.After the break, however, Barcelona ran

Huijsen, Courtois react after Schalke 0-3 Real Madrid: ‘Something I’ve always dreamed of’Dean Huijsen enjoyed a special moment in Real Madrid’s 3-0 victory over Schalke 04 on Sunday, scoring a goal and speaking about what it means to wear the club’s famous number 4 shirt.The young centre-back, who grew up admiring Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos, admitted that taking on the number previously associated with his idol is something he had always hoped for.Huijsen also found the net in the friendly,

Casey Young has never missed a coaching session, despite having to undergo major surgeries [The FA]A teenager who trains a Championship football side's cerebral palsy team says he's "still in disbelief" after winning coach of the year.Casey Young, from Crewkerne, Somerset, has cerebral palsy and coaches anyone aged five and over at Bristol City Cerebral Palsy FC twice a week as a volunteer.He joined 11 other award winners who formed a guard of honour at the Community Shield mat

AUSTIN, TX - APRIL 18: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns on the field during the Texas Longhorns Football Fan Day on April 18, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images There’s a lot to be excited about as Texas football prepares to kick off the 2026 regular season in the coming weeks. That includes returning starting quarterback Arch Manning, a (once again) revamped

Santos FC dominate away from home, beat Vasco da Gama 3-0Away from home, Santos FC defeated Vasco da Gama 3-0 at São Januário. The match, valid for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship, was played this Sunday (16) and featured goals from Gabriel Barbosa, Willian Arão, and Luan Peres.This Sunday’s victory moved Peixe up to 14th place with 25 points. Santos will return to the pitch in the Brasileirão on the 23rd against Mirassol at Vila Belmiro.In the first half, in the 14th minute, Barrea

Juventus step up talks for Guglielmo Vicario and pull out of move for Emiliano Martinez, Manchester City face competition for Pedro Neto and Real Madrid want Martin Zubimendi.Juventus have stepped up discussions with Tottenham over a loan with an optionto buy29-year-old Italian goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. (Sky Sports)Aston Villa's Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 33, will not be joining Juventus this summer following talks between the clubs. (Athletic - subscription required)Manches

India heads back to Sri Lanka after a nine-year gap, kicking off a two-Test series at the Galle International Cricket Stadium on August 15, 2026.Both matches count toward the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, where India currently sit fifth in the table with 52 points and a points percentage of 48.15 from nine Tests so far.MAKE YOUR BET WITH DAFABET AND GET UP TO 200% WELCOME BONUSShubman Gill takes charge as captain, though his build-up hasn't been entirely smooth. He picked up a f

🗞️ Rodri, signed, Madrid shows its hand... Monday's front pagesThe full agreement between Barcelona and Manchester City for Rodri Hernández is shaking up the summer transfer market, while Real Madrid wrap up their preseason with a big win and LaLiga gets its first season underway.Real Madrid show their strengthThe Madrid-based press is focusing on the positive feelings around Real Madrid in the final stretch of their preparations. Marca leads its front page with the headline “A top-level Mad

[Getty Images]Several players from a top team in the Australian Football League (AFL) have been referred to police over an "alleged incident" in Melbourne on Sunday night, their club has said.Separately, Victoria Police have said detectives are investigating a report of a sexual assault at a hotel in East Melbourne.The Sydney Swans confirmed an incident involving an unspecified number of players had occurred in the hours after the team's win at Melbourne Cricket Ground.Chief execut

Aug 16, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Angel City FC forward Ally Sentnor (17) kicks the ball against Washington Spirit midfielder Andi Sullivan (12) during the first half at BMO Stadium.LOS ANGELES -- Angel City FC’s 1-1 draw with the Washington Spirit on Sunday was not the result the club wanted, but the way it got there may have offered a more encouraging sign for the weeks ahead.After falling behind to Trinity Rodman’s 65th-minute goal, Angel City refused to let another strong performan

Aug 16, 2026; Sydney Leroux warms up ahead of Angel City match against Washington Spirit at BMO StadiumLOS ANGELES– 518 days after announcing she was taking a mental health break from the game, Sydney Leroux has officially returned with the Angel City Football Club.The veteran forward checked into Angel City’s match against the Washington Spirit during the 92nd minute before a cheering crowd of 18,089 at BMO Stadium Sunday night.  "It's fantastic to have Syd back. She's be

Jaissle Talking to Players Pre Season Newcastle United SRC StrasbourgFollowing Newcastle United losing to Strasbourg on penalties, I played up to the Geordie stereotype by comfort eating a Greggs (Chicken Bake in case you were wondering) and reflected on the previous two hours I’d spent seeing the start of the NUFC Matthias Jaissle Era for myself.Many questions swirled around my head such as ‘Is Dan Burn the right man to captain the club?’ and…‘How long will we be able to hold on to Sean Steur f

Jack Whaley's grind-it-out demeanor helped him to the U.S. Amateur title.Dustin Satloff/USGAARDMORE, Pa. — Merion, the club and the course, is about as English as anything American thing could be, and Sunday here — for the finale of the 126th U.S. Amateur — was dank and wet and of-so-English. An Englishman was playing a kid from California. The Englishman won. Not a shocker.There was something truly great about this Am, the whole seven days of it: six days of hot, dry golf leading to this ra

The area that Manchester City must strengthen stood out like a sore thumb against ArsenalHardly anything went right for Manchester City yesterday as they were comfortably beaten 3-0 by Arsenal in the FA Community Shield. Goals from Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz and Martin Ødegaard saw Enzo Maresca’s side well beaten at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Looking at the match and how it transpired, there is one area of the pitch that City must strengthen before the transfer window closes. That

The Utah Utes opened up a 20-minute window of practice to the media at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday. There were various drills happening, but it was a glimpse at the team's progress under Morgan Scalley.One of the biggest points of emphasis this season for Utah will be the offensive line. The group, led by former NFL All-Pro Jordan Gross, is working on techniques. The Utes will have a brand-new set of starters in the trenches this season. There will be big shoes to fill after Spencer Fano

How does a University of Wisconsin grad from Illinois, who spent a huge chunk of his coaching life in Ohio, end up looking like the next big thing coach at a place like San Diego State?And how does he do it by going against what made him a hot name in the first place?Lewis didn’t do much as a tight end for the Badgers, but he quickly grew into a rising star coach with an offensive style that went fast, fast, fast.CFN Interview with San Diego State Head Coach Sean LewisAt just 31, he took over a

We’re now only a matter of days away from the proper stuff starting in the Premier League, so we thought we’d grab a chat with our marra from the Sunderland Echo, Phil Smith! On today’s show:The Lads chat about Sunderland’s performance against Rennes, and how it should set us up nicely for the week ahead…Has Chris Rigg forced himself into the reckoning?We chat about the Dayann Methalie deal that seems close to getting across the line, and what Sunderland’s next priority in the transfer window sh

LAKELAND, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 17: Jake Rogers #34 of the Detroit Tigers poses for a photo during the Detroit Tigers Photo Day at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium on February 17, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) GettyIt’s been nothing short of a complete whirlwind over the last few weeks for former Detroit Tigers catcher Jake Rogers, who recently helped his new team, the Chicago White Sox, complete a three-game series sweep at Comerica Park this weekend.Roger