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Recruitment errors and bad dugout calls: How Sunderland went backwards from memorable moment one year ago

Sunderland scored a memorable goal on their way to an outstanding win against West Brom one year ago today


Arsenal have the best back line in the country - but does defence still win titles?

Arsenal have the best back line in the country - but does defence still win titles? - Wolves manager Gary O’Neil described Arsenal’s defence as ‘the best in the world’


Premier League and FA Cup: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

United ride out Wembley whirlwind Jammy, jammy Man United. To be fair, they did find a new way to be hopeless. Instead of the usual mayhem, they were in total control for 70 minutes, barely letting Coventry have a shot. But then, somehow, they snatched chaos from the jaws of serenity. ITV, and all their teatime viewers, couldn’t believe their luck as a cakewalk turned into a classic. United threw away a 3-0 lead, and for a minute, right at the...


Middlesbrough summer transfer decisions in focus after entertaining Leeds United defeat

The talking points and conclusions after Middlesbrough's 4-3 defeat to Leeds United


Rory McIlroy returns to PGA Tour Policy Board in bid to end LIV Golf turmoil

Rory McIlroy has made the surprise decision to rejoin the PGA Tour policy board in the effort to help steer through a deal with the Saudi Public Investment Fund after resigning his position as a player director six months ago. McIlroy quit the role in November, citing “professional and personal commitments”, although the world No 2 later admitted t...


Brits Down Under: Radley top metre maker, Bateman impressive, King fronts up for Bulldogs

Here's how the NRL's British contingent got on in Round 7.


Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick angered by 'massive' offside call which went against his side in 4-3 Championship loss to Leeds United

MIDDLESBROUGH manager Michael Carrick expressed pride at his side’s gutsy performance against two top-chasing Leeds United, but felt they were on the receiving end of a massive decision against them in a seven-goal thriller at the Riverside.


Ulster U20 FC: Tyrone battle-hardened from group encounters says Devlin

Tough games against Derry and Down will stand to the Red Hands


Championship run-in: Where the top four stand in race for automatic promotion

Leicester face Southampton in a crucial game on Tuesday night.


Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: ‘Brilliant’ record breaker and ‘inspired’ former England star shine in Round Nine

We selected our team of the week loaded with players from the winning teams that included memorable victories for the Reds, Blues, Hurricanes and Western Force.


All Blacks greats pick their five key players New Zealand Rugby must tie down long-term including the ‘critical’ playmaker

Justin Marshall and Jeff Wilson believes that it is vital New Zealand Rugby tie down these players.


Philippe Clement dares to do what no Rangers manager has in recent memory and claim vindication - Hampden analysis

The big Belgian isn’t afraid to tinker with his team but he did something no other Rangers boss in recent memory has dared to.


Michael Carrick explains Middlesbrough's Leeds United strategy as he aims to 'thrive' on atmosphere

Boro boss Carrick is relishing the challenge of facing Daniel Farke's Championship hopefulls at the Riverside tonight


Tonight's rugby news as Wales international lands major CEO role and Welsh star ends Test career

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and around the world


John Terry names Arsenal and Man Utd legends among his four toughest opponents

The Chelsea legend has been inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.


Newcastle Falcons owner focuses on financial stability after challenging year

Newcastle Rugby Ltd parted ways with Newcastle Thunder during the financial year but it has since re-entered the league with new owners


Erik ten Hag responds to Antony taunting Coventry after Man Utd win

'We have big respect for Coventry.'


Final two fixtures assessed as Birmingham City fall behind Sheffield Wednesday in relegation battle

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes a closer look at the fixtures of all the teams in the Championship relegation battle


Lewis Hamilton's China GP woes explained as Mercedes point out the problem

Lewis Hamilton started the Chinese Grand Prix 18th and raced through to finish ninth, and after the race Mercedes explained why he had been limited to that result


Rybakina ends Swiatek's reign at the Porsche Grand Prix

Elena Rybakina ended Iga Swiatek's bid for a third consecutive title at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart with a 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 victory in the semi-finals on Saturday. Rybakyna ended Swiatek's 10-match winning streak at the tournament in 2 hours 49 minutes and will face in Sunday's final unseeded Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk, who stunned sixth s...


Coventry City salvage dull FA Cup weekend as tournament traditions continue to be eroded

The FA Cup's recent changes have copped major criticism whilst the continued booking of Wembley for semi-finals continues to divide opinions despite Coventry City's stunning effort


Gary Anderson secures first European Tour win in over 10 years with European Darts Grand Prix triumph in Sindelfingen

Gary Anderson finally broke Ross Smith’s stubborn resistance to lift the the NEO.bet European Darts Grand Prix title in a thrilling final.


When are Championship play-offs semi-finals and final and who could Leeds United play

Daniel Farke's Whites will be hoping to avoid the perils of the play-offs with just a few games of the Championship season to go


Arsenal vs Chelsea: Prediction, team news, kick-off time, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Arsenal vs Chelsea: Prediction, team news, kick-off time, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today - The Gunners can extend their lead at the top of the Premier League tonight


Ronnie Clark overcomes 'Augusta-style greens' to win French Senior Men's Open

Erskine player sets sights on second appearance in US Senior Amateur


Toto Wolff offers latest Mercedes W15 theory on cause of unpredictable performances

Never mind their deficit to Red Bull, Mercedes trail both Ferrari and McLaren in the standings.


United Rugby Championship: The play-off race tightens with just four games remaining

As the race to eight heats up, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at all the 11 sides in the mix and what they have ahead of them at the business end of the regular season.


Ronnie O'Sullivan World Snooker Championships 2024: Next match, records, prize money, 147s, partner

Ronnie O’Sullivan is hoping to make history at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre.


Cardiff City begin £104m court case against Nantes over Emiliano Sala’s tragic death in 2019

Cardiff have launched fresh claims in court over the transfer of striker Emiliano Sala who tragically died in January 2019


All-Ireland SFC: How does Donegal’s win over Derry change things?

Not only did Donegal’s win over Derry on Saturday evening force an evening’s work out of the Richter Scale but it also altered the shape of the All-Ireland round-robin series – the draw for which is set to take place on Tuesday.


Winners and losers from the URC after famous wins and officiating difficulties

Our winners and losers after a thrilling weekend of action.


Luke Ayling reflects on Middlesbrough's play-off disappointment and gives end-of-season aim

Luke Ayling couldn't play against parent club Leeds United on Monday evening


F1 teams set to vote on new points structure for 2025 races and fix 'frustration'

F1's teams are set to vote on a new points system for the 2025 season, with the proposal set to be discussed at a meeting of the F1 Commission this week


Celtic benefit from SFA rule that doesn't exist as Rangers one-upmanship has Hotline ringing off the hook

Michael Gannon mans the phones after Philippe Clement's men see off tame Hearts to tee up an end of season derby extravaganza


Hossein Vafaei criticises Crucible conditions after Judd Trump defeat in World Championship

Hossein Vafaei strongly criticised the conditions at the Crucible after crashing out of the World Snooker Championship in a 10-5 defeat by former champion Judd Trump.


Barcelona are living a fantasy if they think El Clasico should be replayed - but Lamine Yamal's 'ghost goal' is the wake-up call La Liga needs to finally invest in goal-line technology

Joan Laporta's outlandish statement only served to highlight one of the biggest - and most baffling - issues in Spanish football


The 2023-24 Premier League table if you got an extra point for a clean sheet

What if defence really was the single most important thing, and you got an extra point for every clean sheet you kept?


Non-league football club banned from playoffs

Non-league football club Gateshead FC has been banned from taking part in the National League playoffs.


Do Par 4s Have To Be A Minimum Or Maximum Length?

Can a par 4 be 200 yards or 550 yards if so desired? Are there actually any rules that say how long or short 'two-shotters' have to be?


Cricket-India's Jaiswal sends timely reminder ahead of T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal roared back to form with a timely hundred against Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League on Monday to strengthen his claim for a place in the India squad for the T20 World Cup in June. Jaiswal was India captain Rohit Sharma's opening partner in the home T20 series against Afghanistan earlier this year but his place looked under


Unai Emery extends Aston Villa contract

Unai Emery extends Aston Villa contract - The Spaniard’s existing deal still had two years to run but he has agreed terms for an additional 12 months


Ranking the Top 5 Arizona Cardinals Quarterbacks of All Time

Did Kurt Warner do enough in five years with the Cardinals to rank as the best quarterback in franchise history?


Wales announce autumn fixtures with two Sunday games and no match outside Test window

For the first time since 2000, Wales' autumn series will consist of just three matches, rather than four


Scheffler's caddie earns another $360K after latest PGA Tour win

Scheffler took home $3.6million for finishing in first place at the RBC Heritage on Monday morning, adding to the $3.5m he secured after winning The Masters last week.


Nico Rosberg questions ‘glass half-empty’ attitude of McLaren’s Lando Norris

Nico Rosberg wasn't impressed when Lando Norris bet against himself at the Chinese Grand Prix.


Why Coventry City will be a magnet for quality in the summer transfer window

Coventry City transfer comment from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner looks at one of the big postives to come from the club's FA Cup run


Where are they now? The 10 best wonderkids of 2019 according to GOAL

Quite often, GOAL's predictions come true and their wunderkinden fullfil their potential - but some of them do not.


Armagh v Down: ‘We didn’t show up against them last year,’ says Daniel Guinness

Neighbours meet again a year on after Armagh dominated Ulster Championship semi-final


Golf-International team captain Weir names Presidents Cup assistants

By Frank Pingue (Reuters) - International team captain Mike Weir on Monday announced Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman, Geoff Ogilvy and Camilo Villegas as his four assistants for this year's Presidents Cup showdown against the United States in Montreal. The 2024 edition of the biennial competition, which pits a 12-man U.S. team against a lineup of international players from outside Europe, will be


Irish Open: Competitors will find subtle changes to Royal County Down course since 2015 tournament

Daily spectator numbers capped as top Irish golfers head star-studded field