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Shakhtar Donetsk’s European odyssey heads to Palace after marathon campaign
Conference League semi-finals pit Ukrainian side against Premier League opposition, with the club still reeling from the affects of warSerhii Palkin wasn’t sure whether Arda Turan, having played for Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, would be up for taking over as manager of Shakhtar Donetsk last May. The former Turkey forward had just left his first managerial post after two years at Eyüpspor in his homeland. But could he be tempted to join a club that last played at the Donbas Arena in 2014 owing...
Astros pitching by the numbers: How has it gotten this bad?
HOUSTON — Pitching has propelled the Houston Astros through their golden era. From 2018 to 2025, no American League staff posted a lower ERA than Houston’s 3.61 mark. No team in the sport struck out more batters per nine innings than the Astros, who totaled 9.55 during those eight seasons.Sustaining that success for a ninth season has been difficult. Injuries have rendered the 2026 staff unrecognizable, robbing it of a Cy Young Award finalist, a celebrated closer and two starting pitchers being...
County cricket: what can be done to reduce the number of draws?
Surrey were held to a draw by Essex at the Oval. Photograph: Philip Brown/Getty Images for Surrey CCCView image in fullscreenSurrey were held to a draw by Essex at the Oval. Photograph: Philip Brown/Getty Images for Surrey CCC99.94 cricket blogCounty ChampionshipCounty cricket: what can be done to reduce the number of draws?All four matches in Division One this week were drawn – and none of them came close to a positive result By the 99.94 Cricket BlogGary NaylorTue 28 Apr 2026 12.26 BSTLast mod...
Verstappen future not affected by Lambiase move - Mekies
'Verstappen future not affected by ally's departure'Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Max Verstappen and Gianpiero Lambiase have worked together ever since the Dutchman joined Red Bull at the 2016 Spanish Grand PrixByAndrew BensonF1 CorrespondentPublished20 minutes agoCommentsMax Verstappen's decision on his future in Formula 1 will not be affected by the impending departure of his close ally at Red Bull Gianpiero Lambiase, says team principal Laurent Mekies.Lambiase,...
Spencer Jones saved the Nuggets' season. Then he had to wait for a ride home
DENVER — Game 5 was long over, a season had been saved, and the hero looked around and waited. And waited. And waited some more.Spencer Jones needed a ride home.The man who lifted the Denver Nuggets to a 125-113 win over Minnesota by scoring 20 points, all while absorbing the sledgehammer forays of Julius Randle, does not own a car. Hasn’t since high school.“I keep it simple,’’ Jones said with a smile.
Formula 1 launches India's first official sim racing championship with Mumbai Falcons
Formula launches Indias first official sim racing championship with Mumbai Falcons
Enzo Fernandez spotted in Madrid after Chelsea transfer hints
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Michael Carrick told to learn from 'huge' Sir Alex Ferguson trait if he gets Man Utd job
Michael Carrick has guided Manchester United to nine wins in 13 games since becoming their interim manager, but they'll be back in Europe next season with more fixtures to juggle
PSG vs Bayern Munich live updates: Champions League semi-final predictions, team news and latest score
There is no better time to be a subscriber to The Athletic for all the sporting insight, analysis and live coverage you need.As well as the conclusion of the Champions League and Premier League seasons, we have one of the biggest events in the sporting calendar coming up with the World Cup later this year.The Formula One season is now in full swing, while we’ll also be covering the remaining men’s golf majors after Rory McIlroy’s second Masters triumph.And that is just the start — you can, and s...
Arsenal handed huge double injury boost for Atletico Madrid clash after new update
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CAS Sets May 7 Deadline for Morocco to Respond to Senegal’s AFCON Final Appeal
Rabat – The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has ordered the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) to submit its defense brief by May 7. This procedural deadline marks the next critical phase in the legal dispute surrounding the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which remains under judicial review in Lausanne. According to Africa Foot, the injunction follows a formal appeal lodged on March 25 by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF). Senegal is seeking to overtur...
Has absence from international cricket worked in Bhuvneshwar Kumar's favour?
Has absence from international cricket worked in Bhuvneshwar Kumars favour
Benjamin Sesko bemoans Manchester United’s impending loss of Casemiro
Sesko hails influence of veteran ‘working machine’Striker backs Michael Carrick to stay on as managerBenjamin Sesko has said Casemiro will be a big loss for Manchester United next season given the influence of the “working machine” on and off the pitch at Old Trafford.Casemiro produced another commanding display for Michael Carrick’s team on Monday when a 2-1 win over Brentford left United needing two points to secure Champions League qualification. Casemiro has announced he is leaving United af...
Marcus Foligno's 'storybook' moment came with Wild season on the line, full family in attendance
ST. PAUL, Minn. — When Marcus Foligno scored the game-tying goal for the Minnesota Wild late in the third period of Saturday’s Game 4 against the Dallas Stars, Matt Boldy said it was the loudest he’d ever heard the crowd at a Wild home game.The Foligno contingent at the game was undoubtedly part of the reason.Advertisement
What's at stake as Nebraska football players challenge the College Sports Commission's power
The power of the 10-month-old College Sports Commission to enforce name, image and likeness regulations will be put to the test in a case to be heard Tuesday by an independent arbitrator that involves 18 Nebraska football players and millions of dollars in promised compensation.The result of the hearing and anticipated legal maneuvers to follow figures to help shape the future of NIL, in particular the shifting landscape of over-the-cap player payments.Advertisement
Ahead of 'a massive two months for the St. Louis Blues,' my 10 offseason predictions
ST. LOUIS — Last week, The Athletic revisited our bold predictions for the St. Louis Blues’ 2025-26 season.Now it’s time for what excites a lot of fans every year — the offseason.How big will June and July be for the organization? a.showcase-link-container { display: flex; gap: 20px; flex-direction: column; align-items: center; padding: 20px 0px; border-top: 1px solid rgba(150, 150, 147, 0.4); border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(150, 150, 147, 0.4); text-decoration: none; color: #121212; cursor: point...
Can scratched Michael Bunting give the Stars the depth charge they need? 'I'm dying to help'
DALLAS — Michael Bunting trudged into the Dallas Stars dressing room at American Airlines Center on Monday afternoon and plopped down in his stall, sweat streaming down his face as he caught his breath. Most of his teammates were already showered and dressed or well on their way.Another practice session. Another bit of extra skating with the extra guys. Another day of waiting.Advertisement
Recruiting Report: What's behind Notre Dame’s hot streak in South Florida?
Official visits have begun, and June — one of the most important months on the recruiting calendar — is just around the corner. With schools having wrapped up their 2026 classes in February, it’s full steam ahead for the Class of 2027, which is headlined by five-star Texas Tech defensive line commit Jalen Brewster and five-star corner John Meredith III out of Fort Worth, Texas.Let’s dive into what’s going on for prospects and schools alike.Note: All rankings are from the 247Sports Composite.Adve...
Nick Robertson's next move will answer a lot of questions about the Maple Leafs' future
It was just hours before the final game of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ season when Nick Robertson seemed to hit another breaking point. An ugly season was mercifully ending.“It was the hardest NHL hockey I’ve been a part of, after the (Olympic) break,” Robertson said before the Leafs’ final game of the season against the Ottawa Senators. “We knew we were out.”Advertisement
Luis Diaz, Bayern Munich's irrepressible game-changer
For a player once criticised for not scoring enough, Luis Diaz is starting to make a habit of answering back in the most decisive way.His goals this season, including a late nerve-settling strike to seal a Champions League quarter-final win over Real Madrid, have come at important moments.First, on his Bayern Munich debut against Stuttgart in August (there’s nothing quite like setting the tone). Then away at Paris Saint-Germain, twice in fact, before he was sent off for an out-of-character foul...