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David Moyes rift with Tim Steidten explained after West Ham technical director banned

David Moyes has played down reports of a rift with West Ham technical director Tim Steidten, who has reportedly been banned from the club's dressing room and training ground

Belfast grassroots football club in groundbreaking move to help young players

Glendowan FC has become a sporting institution in the heart of the Colin area of West Belfast

Fin and Marcus Smith both have ultimate opportunity to prove a point to Steve Borthwick

The subplot of most significance to England head coach Steve Borthwick as he casts his eye over the two glorious Investec Champions Cup semi-finals this weekend is likely to be the fortunes of Mr and Mr Smith. It is debatable who has the toughest assignment: Fin Smith attempting to mastermind Northampton Saints’ bid to upset Leinster at Croke Park ...

Every word Ange Postecoglou said on going through tough times, Tottenham's development and Son

Here is what Ange Postecoglou had to say in his pre-match press conference ahead of Tottenham's Premier League encounter against Liverpool on Sunday

Luke Littler makes stance clear as he disagrees with Wayne Mardle after fourth Premier League win

Luke Littler has shown his class by insisting he is not the best darts player in the world despite his recent winning form.The youngster picked up his fourth Premier League win in Aberdeen on Thursday and disagreed with Wayne Mardle that he is the No 1 player on the planet right now.

Paris Olympics 2024: Get to know Team GB’s pole vault champion Molly Caudery

Paris Olympics 2024: Get to know Team GB’s pole vault champion Molly Caudery

Premier League table 2023-24: Latest standings, fixtures and results

Premier League table 2023-24: Latest standings, fixtures and results - Arsenal and Man City continue to fight for the title

Wolves agree permanent four-year deal for loan signing Tommy Doyle

Wolves agree permanent four-year deal for loan signing Tommy Doyle - The 22-year-old has played 30 times for Wolves this season.

Springboks aplenty for Sharks’ clash with Clermont while Scotland star starts for Gloucester against Benetton

Check on the team news for the Challenge Cup semi-finals as the Sharks and Gloucester take on Clermont Auvergne and Benetton respectively.

Joy for Ayrshire curling team as they pick up bronze medal at World Seniors

The Scotland team, consisting of Karen Kennedy (Skip), (third) Gail Thomson, (second) Alison Cunningham, (lead) Gillian King and (alternate) Margaret Richardson, secured a podium spot in Östersund with a 6-3 victory over Switzerland.

'If Ipswich score' Leeds United's Elland Road atmosphere question as Southampton set stall out

Leeds United host Southampton on the final day of the season with the Whites needing Ipswich Town to lose

Red Roses Captain Marlie Packer on motherhood, training and winning

'My mentality switched and rugby wasn't the be all and end all'

Cricket-T20 bowlers must adapt or get left behind, New Zealand's Southee says

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - The mountain of runs being scored in the Indian Premier League (IPL) shows Twenty20 cricket is changing and bowlers must move with the times or be left behind, New Zealand paceman Tim Southee said. Records have tumbled in the IPL this season, with Sunrisers Hyderabad twice scoring the highest totals and Punjab Kings pulling off the biggest successful run-chase last week by

F1 Miami Grand Prix LIVE: Sprint qualifying results and times

F1 Miami Grand Prix LIVE: Sprint qualifying results and times - F1 live updates from day one of the Miami Grand Prix and sprint qualifying in Florida

‘Identify weaknesses and exploit them’: the rise of the set-piece coach

It is a spectacle increasingly common in Premier League technical areas. Whenever a free-kick or corner is awarded, managers are joined by another figure who wildly gesticulates and shouts instructions at his team’s players for a few seconds before taking his seat again in the dugout. Thanks largely to the exploits of Arsenal’s Nicolas Jover, the set-piece coach’s stock has never been higher. Two goals from corners in last weekend’s north London...

Middlesbrough's end to the season reinforces Carrick's transfer plans rather than changes them

Middlesbrough are well advanced in their planning for the summer transfer window

Rangers goalkeeper Mason Munn speaks of family pride after Scottish Youth Cup win

The 18-year-old missed out in last year's final but made amends in 2024 as Rangers beat Aberdeen at Hampden Park

Goodbye Roker Park: 15 pictures from the final days of Sunderland's old home ground

They stayed until late in the night to savour every last moment

Ukraine tells athletes to keep away from Russians and Belarusians at Paris Olympics

Ukraine tells athletes to keep away from Russians and Belarusians at Paris Olympics - Russians and Belarusians are participating in summer’s games as neutrals without flags, emblems or anthems

Luke Littler secures back-to-back Premier League Darts wins with Aberdeen triumph

Luke Littler secures back-to-back Premier League Darts wins with Aberdeen triumph - Littler beat Rob Cross 6-4 in Thursday’s final.

F1 Miami GP: Verstappen fastest in FP1 as Leclerc spins out

Max Verstappen overcame a series of Miami Grand Prix practice difficulties to secure the fastest time, the Red Bull Formula 1 driver's time just a tenth clear of Oscar Piastri.

Champions Cup semi-final teams: Five takeaways from the squads as Leinster ditch 6-2 split and Toulouse bench Thomas Ramos

Our takeaways from the Investec Champions Cup semi-final teams as Leinster face Northampton Saints while Toulouse battle Harlequins.

Echoes of errors: why has VAR sparked so much fury this season?

Seven months ago England came the closest yet to entering thermonuclear war over a refereeing decision. When the referee Simon Hooper mistakenly ruled out a Luis Díaz goal for offside, and the VAR Darren England failed to correct him, the initial response was heated and only bubbled up from there. “They said it was significant, that’s very significant,” said Gary Neville on Sky at full time when a PGMOL [Professional Game Match Officials...

How Kieran McKenna guided Ipswich Town to the brink of the Premier League

How Kieran McKenna guided Ipswich Town to the brink of the Premier League - The former Manchester United coach is on the verge of history at Ipswich, needing a point from Saturday’s final game against Huddersfield to complete back-to-back promotions

Rassie Erasmus explains little-known prop’s Springboks inclusion as he plans to give youth a ‘chance’

Rassie Erasmus reveals plans for youth in 2024 and explains Sampie Swiegers' involvement.

Aston Villa predicted line-up vs Brighton: key changes made as £35m ace lands start

The latest team news and injury updates ahead of Aston Villa’s visit to Premier League rivals Brighton and Hove Albion.

‘Definitely the best’ – Andre Esterhuizen ranks Marcus Smith ahead of Springboks teammates

Andre Esterhuizen spoke exclusively to Planet Rugby about how he almost quit Harlequins after just six months and the best player he has played with.

Quiz: Can you name the 30 players above Liam Farrell in Super League’s try scoring leaderboard?

Test out your knowledge with Love Rugby League's quiz.

FPL Gameweek 36: Bukayo Saka, Alexander Isak and five transfer tips for players to sign

FPL Gameweek 36: Bukayo Saka, Alexander Isak and five transfer tips for players to sign - A goalkeeper, two strikers and two midfielders for your consideration this week

Tennis legend praises Novak Djokovic’s ‘remarkable achievement’ after latest world No 1 record

Djokovic is set to make yet more history as he extends his reign as the world No 1

What channel is Celtic v Hearts? Is it on TV? How to watch, team news, referee, VAR

Everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish Premiership fixture

Bottas 'a bit surprised' by Hulkenberg switch: 'already spoke to teams himself'

Nico Hulkenberg will drive for Stake F1 Team next year. The team will be called Audi from 2026, and the German appears to be delighted with his switch. It may, however, have implications for Valtteri Bottas, whose contract will be expiring. Will there still be a place for him on the Swiss team next year? In the press conference, he was asked about his reaction when he heard that Hulkenberg had signed a contract.

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Newcastle United owners continuing to do the right thing by local non-league clubs

Nice to see the Newcastle United owners continuing to do the right thing by local non-league clubs. Thursday night seeing the NUFC Under 21s in action away at Ashington in the semi-final of the Northumberland Senior Cup. Dylan Stephenson and Jay Turner-Cooke with the goals that took the United youngsters through to the final. Though they had a scare when Maguire pulled the score back to just the one goal advantage, however, the Newcastle United...

Full expected 36-team Champions League lineup for next season as England miss out on fifth spot

The Premier League will have just four teams in the Champions League next season after failing to take advantage of a new UEFA rule and next season’s group stage is already taking shape

Dundee United lift league trophy as Duncan Ferguson's Inverness condemned to relegation play-off

Celebrations at Tannadice but deflation for former United hero

Newcastle United praised for 'generous' off-field gesture as under-21s reach cup final

Newcastle United's youngsters are into the final of the Northumberland Senior Cup

Hawick v Currie Chieftains: Hawick pick homegrown XV for Double-Double bid - 'everybody's ready for it'

Borderers looking to become Scottish champions for a record 14th time

Felix Auger-Aliassime gives Toni Nadal coaching update

Auger-Aliassime is looking to rise back up the ATP Rankings after a tough 2023.

EFL Championship Final Day Preview - Opinion

The 2023/24 EFL Championship season will come to an end this weekend after another thrilling campaign in England’s second-tier, but what can we expect to happen on the final day? Heading into the final round of matches, there are two play-off places, two relegation spots and the small matter of a Premier League promotion spot […]

Andrey Rublev had a 'lot of warnings' before calming down to reach Madrid Open final

Andrey Rublev is through to his fifth Masters 1000 final at the Madrid Open.

Valtteri Bottas ‘surprised’ by Nico Hulkenberg deal as F1 future update provided

"A little bit surprising, but the driver market is starting to move..."

'True leader' Richie Myler outlines John Asiata quality as Hull FC make statement signing

Asiata will join Hull FC for the 2025 season.

All the permutations as Ulster MFC groups reach final round

Derry and Armagh's clash is key in Group B, while Tyrone will be keeping casting an eye over three sides capable of progression in Group A.

Erik ten Hag reveals the failed Man Utd signing that stopped him playing the Ajax way

The Dutchman has been criticised for his side's style of play.

Are we set for the most unpredictable French Open men’s draw in years?

With key protagonists injured, struggling for form, or unproven at major level, things could be interesting in Paris

Chelsea predicted line-up vs. West Ham: two major doubts and 12 ruled out of Premier League clash

The latest Chelsea team news, injury updates and predicted XI for Sunday's home game with Premier League rivals West Ham

Hull FC consider Adrian Lam as coaching search continues

The Black and Whites are still on the lookout for a new head coach following the departure of Tony Smith.

Wakefield Trinity make statement signing to kick off ambitious recruitment drive

Wakefield Trinity have kicked off their 2025 recruitment with a statement signing after landing England prop Mike McMeeken on a four-year deal.

Miami Grand Prix: Max Verstappen takes P1 as five constructors fill top five places

The first and only hour of free practice has taken place for the Miami Grand Prix, with a short period of time for the drivers to get their eyes in.