Browns reveal starting quarterback for NFL preseason opener after fierce battle

The Cleveland Browns plan to rotate their starting quarterbacks for their first two preseason games - but are giving the edge to the more veteran of the pair.

Newcastle make approach to sign Man Utd target Carlos Baleba after £75m Arsenal transfer

Newcastle United have set their sights on signing a new midfielder after selling Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal. The Magpies were reluctant to lose Brazil international Guimaraes, who has developed into a fans’ favourite at St James’ Park over the past four seasons. But Arsenal’s strong push for the 28-year-old and Guimaraes’ desire to leave forced New...

After years of racist mockery of his face, Vinicius Jr has quietly reshaped it

A chin harmonisation procedure at a private clinic in Goiânia, weeks after Brazil’s World Cup exit, has been linked by multiple outlets to a years-long racism campaign that has repeatedly targeted the 26-year-old’s appearance.

How to stay safe inside the world's deepest pool

The extreme investigators at How to Survive dive into the hidden dangers and safety protocols required to navigate the world's deepest pool.

Donegal Rose Emma McNelis is well used to representing her county

For others, representing their county feels like the weight of the world is on their shoulders, but Donegal Rose Emma McNelis is a seasoned pro. The 24-year-old, an avid GAA player, gushed that 'one of my biggest achievements is winning an All-Ireland title with my local club'. Speaking to EVOKE, Emma explained: 'I started playing […]

Ben Foster names Youri Tielemans as 'signing of the summer'

Ben Foster has picked out Youri Tielemans as the ‘signing of the summer’ so far in the Premier League – but believes Manchester United still need a ‘big boy striker’ to become definite title challengers. Central midfield was identified as United’s main area of focus heading into the summer transfer window, with the club successfully overhauling the...

Ignore the naysayers, Irish clubs have made progress in Europe

It is a big night for three League of Ireland sides.

Jeremy Doku pens new Manchester City contract

Jeremy Doku pens new Manchester City contract as squad takes shape for new season - The Belgian international has extended his stay at the Etihad until 2031

Antonelli could make F1 history at 19 - but where would he rank among the greats?

The 19-year-old is already the youngest driver ever to lead the Formula 1 world championship, and would join a very short list of surprise champions if he holds his 50-point cushion over the second half of the season.

They had one shot at the giant pacu, then everything went wrong

A giant pacu removal in a crystal-clear South Florida oasis turns into a frustrating chase when the fish refuse to cooperate. The pond looks perfect, but a deep cave system under the rocks gives the pacu a place to hide every time they get spooked. The crew tries hot dogs, fish food, nets, drone help, and careful casts, but smaller fish keep stealing bait while the monsters stay just out of reach. The tension builds when catching them by rod starts to fail, leaving one risky backup plan: someone may have to swim in and grab the giant fish by hand.

The last time Ajax came to Ireland – a trip back to 1987 Dundalk with Joey Malone

Nearly 40 years have passed since the four-time European Cup winners Ajax came to these shores, and while the likes of Marc Ter Stegen and Mika Godts will rock up to Tolka Park on Thursday, it was Johan Cruyff and Frank Rijkaard who starred against Dundalk back in 1987. Shelbourne await the Dutch giants in […]

NFL head coach reveals cruel reason he missed funeral of close friend Jeff Ulbrich's wife

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur was unable to attend the funeral service of a colleague's late wife due to a mechanical issue with his flight.

Verstappen could leave Red Bull as McLaren and Mercedes circle

Gerhard Berger says Max Verstappen is in active talks with three teams for 2027, and Red Bull’s chance of holding on to their four-time world champion now depends on what returns from the Formula 1 factory shutdown.

NFL announcer Jim Nantz reacts to on-air partner Tony Romo's arrest

Tony Romo will not be in the CBS Sports booth for Week 1 of the NFL season with partner Jim Nantz.

PSG 2-1 Aston Villa: The fans' verdict

We asked for your views on the 2-1 defeat by Paris St-Germain in the Super Cup on Wednesday night. Here are some of your comments: Adrian: Maybe not a win, but certainly a win for testing all the new talent coming through. As Villa fans, I think we have a lot to still be excited about despite recent departures. I think a few Premier League clubs wi...

Xavi appointed Netherlands head coach in shock move after Arne Slot turned job down

Former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has been appointed the new head coach of the Netherlands. The 46-year-old Spaniard has agreed a contract to lead the team through to the 2030 World Cup.

Newcastle United agree next signing under Matthias Jaissle: report

Newcastle are rebuilding under their new manager, with another new name through the door

NBA angers American fans by scheduling mid-afternoon season opener to attract European audiences

The NBA's first game of the 2026-27 season will take place at mid-afternoon in midweek in a controversial schedule decision that has left US fans in uproar.

Casemiro stunned as Lionel Messi returns hours after emotional letter about dad's death

Lionel Messi returned to competitive action for the first time since the death of his father and former Manchester United midfielder Casemiro was left stunned

They were building a million-dollar Ferrari - then he said, "What the hell is happening?"

Turning a Ferrari Testarossa into a six-wheel custom means almost nothing can stay untouched. The team reshapes the body, rethinks the rear design and obsessively checks every angle as the radical build finally begins to resemble a finished car - with the pressure of a million-dollar project hanging over every decision.

Jomboy's gut feeling on Yankees postseason ceiling (ESPN)

Roger Federer loses his billionaire status after share price crash

Roger Federer is no longer a billionaire after seeing a major price crash in sports brand On.

Why Honda's F1 lifeline could reshape the 2026 title fight

Formula 1 is preparing new support measures that could give Honda extra development freedom as it works to recover from its difficult 2026 start. The proposal would allow struggling manufacturers more time and spending flexibility to close the performance gap without abandoning the cost-cap system.

Wayne Rooney lands new Man Utd gig alongside Mark Goldbridge for Gary Neville's Overlap

Wayne Rooney has taken another step in his punditry career, teaming up with content creator and Manchester United supporter Mark Goldbridge for a new podcast on The Overlap network

Tributes paid as former England coach dies aged 59 after battle with aggressive cancer

Brian Smith - who was part of Martin Johnson's England coaching staff at the 2011 World Cup - has died aged 59 after a battle with cancer.

Chelsea set deadline to Man City over Enzo Fernandez transfer

Ben Foster questions Arsenal’s decision to sell Leandro Trossard

Former England goalkeeper Ben Foster says he ‘can’t believe’ Arsenal allowed such an ‘influential’ squad member leave in Leandro Trossard this summer. Trossard played a key role as the Gunners brought their 22-year title drought to an end last season, finishing the top-flight campaign with six assists and six goals to his name. But the 31-year-old ...

Report: Inside Caitlin Clark's decision whether to quit the WNBA

The WNBA has been engulfed in yet nore drama after Clark's Indiana Fever teammate Sophie Cunningham advocated for restrictions on inclusion in sports.

Sophie and Prince Edward join athletes at Birmingham championship

Sophie, 61, and Prince Edward, 62, appeared relaxed as they joined Denise Lewis on day four of the sports competition, held at the Alexander Stadium in Perry Barr.

McLaren built the wrong 2026 car concept - and Mercedes has already pulled away

McLaren’s 2026 Formula 1 car has become a major concern because the team appears to be behind not only on pace, but on concept direction. After entering the new rules era as a benchmark team, McLaren has fallen behind the Mercedes works outfit and is now described as being months behind the development curve. The issue is partly linked to design mistakes and a knowledge gap, meaning the team may need more than one simple upgrade to recover. That matters because Norris and Piastri are trying to defend championship ambitions while the car’s weaknesses limit how quickly McLaren can respond. What makes the story compelling is that McLaren did not simply build a slow car, it may have misunderstood the direction the 2026 rules demanded.

Thousands have failed this giant fish & chips challenge

This famous challenge features a giant piece of beer-battered cod, two pounds of chips, and a bowl of peas. After thousands of attempts and more than a decade of challengers, Joel has 45 minutes to join the select few who have conquered the Great White Whale.

Argentine soccer player detained by ICE while traveling with team to playoff clash in Los Angeles

An Argentine soccer player competing for a semi-professional team in Miami was detained by ICE agents while traveling with the squad to a playoff match.

Man Utd reach huge decision on Marcus Rashford future after Carrick revelation

The 28-year-old England forward joined the United squad in Dublin for the pre-season clash with Leeds at Croke Park on Wednesday evening, although he did not take part on the game

Magic Johnson weighs in on shock Lakers sale as Luka Doncic quickly reacts to new owners being named

On Wednesday it was revealed that, just one year after buying a controlling interest in the Lakers, team owner Mark Walter is now selling the historic NBA franchise.

Verstappen reveals surprise Zandvoort plan after Dutch GP axe

With Formula 1 set to leave the Netherlands after this month’s Dutch Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has laid out what he wants at Zandvoort instead: not another race on the calendar, but a revival of the demo days that packed the circuit in orange long before F1 returned in 2021.

Arsenal target's agent spotted at Barcelona as Mikel Arteta stance emerges

The agent of Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has been spotted at the club's training ground, with Arsenal reportedly among the clubs interested in signing the France international

Mikel Arteta tells Andrea Berta to sign Marc Pubill for Arsenal

Mikel Arteta is eager for Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid star Marc Pubill to bolster his defence ahead of the new season. The Premier League champions have strengthened in midfield and in attack with Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis added to the squad for a combined fee of £109million. But problems in defence have the club eager to recruit anot...

Formula E's driver market just took another unexpected turn

Formula E's driver market has become even more unpredictable as fresh transfer talks and championship developments reshape the season. Several leading drivers are now facing uncertain futures, while the title fight continues to tighten with every race.

Everton are rare beacon of stability but is that really enough?

Everton will have a familiar look in a Premier League season where that marks them as an outlier. So how will they go?

Sebastian Vettel: The king of F1 who became a farmer

Soccer-magic Madjo grabs headlines after Villa debut worth waiting for against PSG

Aug 13 (Reuters) - Aston Villa may have lost the UEFA Super Cup clash with Paris St Germain on Wednesday but their teenage forward Brian Madjo stole the show with a delayed debut display which augurs well for this season season. Madjo became the youngest-ever player to score in the Super Cup when he netted the equaliser on the stroke of halftime, a goal richly deserved for the perseverance he

‘He has a very high ceiling’: Madjo makes instant mark on delayed Aston Villa bow

At first there was the usual stuff: the wide smile, the guttural release, the punch of the air, teammates quickly on the scene to offer congratulations. But then the real celebration followed for the 17-year-old Brian Madjo. After scoring his first Aston Villa goal 45 minutes into an unforgettable debut, the teenager clasped his hands behind his back and then unlocked them with the kind of force he exhibited on the pitch. “No distractions, I’m...

Youngest scorer in every UEFA competition as Brian Madjo sets Super Cup record

Announcing themselves early on the big stages.

De La Hoya exposes huge Ryan Garcia and Davis deals

Boxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya discusses the potential matchup between Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn while sharing updates on the negotiations for a fight between Gervonta Davis and Floyd Schofield.

Arteta reveals why Man Utd interest in Myles Lewis-Skelly is good news for Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has reacted to speculation Arsenal could sell Lewis-Skelly in a shock deal involving Man Utd or Chelsea

Michael Owen predicts where Arsenal, Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea will finish this season

Idiotic New Jersey trend sees visitors feed sharks for photos

Bay Head Mayor Bill Curtis raised concerns after videos showed anglers reeling large sharks close to shore, including an eight-foot bull shark that was hauled onto the beach for photos.

Cadillac confirms Lowdon's shock exit wasn't a mutual decision

Lowdon was only told about the forthcoming announcement on the morning of it happening

Anderson on Man City move, World Cup pain and replacing Rodri

Elliot Anderson: ‘I’ve been watching Man City for the past 10 years – I’m confident I’ve made the right decision’ - INTERVIEW: After a big-money move from Nottingham Forest, the midfielder sits down with Richard Jolly to reflect on a year of transfer highs and World Cup lows

Steven Gerrard's call to Virgil van Dijk that saw Liverpool win Man City transfer battle

Virgil van Dijk was the subject of a transfer tug-of-war involving Liverpool and Manchester City with a phone call from Steven Gerrard proving key