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Jose Mourinho Real Madrid president Florentino Perez's favoured head coach candidate
Jose Mourinho is Real Madrid president Florentino Perez’s favoured candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa as head coach.Arbeloa was appointed in January to replace the sacked Xabi Alonso but is now expected to be dismissed at the end of the season.Multiple sources, speaking anonymously as they did not have permission to comment, have told The Athletic that the decision on who will become Madrid’s next coach is being driven by Perez.Advertisement
Marcus Rashford transfer conditions emerge as Man Utd haggle with Barcelona
Marcus Rashford has been in fine form on loan at Barcelona but there are still no signs of a permanent deal with Manchester United, who are reportedly holding out for £26million
Exiled Willis 'could offer more now' to England
Exiled Willis 'could offer more now' to EnglandImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Willis scored two tries in Toulouse's 39-33 Top 14 final win over Bordeaux-Begles in JuneByMike HensonBBC Sport rugby union news reporterPublished15 minutes ago7 CommentsToulouse star Jack Willis says he has more to give at Test level, but is also reconciled to the fact that he may not play international rugby again after deciding to pursue his club career in France. The 29-year-old back row wo...
Greaves for the Premier League? 'There is no ceiling - she's still getting better'
What's next for brilliant Beau Greaves? The Premier League? "There is no ceiling - she's still getting better," claims Sky Sports' Laura Turner.Greaves became the first woman to win a PDC ranking title with a historic 8-7 victory over Michael Smith in Monday's Players Championship 11 final.
Jaden McDaniels embraces vitriol as part of his villain arc in Timberwolves' playoffs
DENVER — Jaden McDaniels has toiled in Anthony Edwards’ shadow for his entire career. The two friends came into the league together, endured the losses of the early days together and have helped turn the Minnesota Timberwolves into contenders in the Western Conference together.They complement each other so well. Edwards is the loud one, the spotlight sponge with the bright smile and the dynamic scoring. McDaniels is the quiet one, the one who just wants to hoop and go home, the defensive demon w...
Morocco Delivers Solid Performance at Karate 1 Series A in A Coruña
Rabat – The Moroccan national karate team delivered a strong and composed performance at the Karate 1-Series A tournament held in A Coruña, Spain from April 24 to 26. Organized by the World Karate Federation, the event is one of the most important stops on the international circuit and brings together top-ranked athletes and national teams at the Riazor Sports Palace. Morocco came away with a medal and some solid wins. The standout result came in the women’s team kata. Sanae Agalmam, Aya E...
PSG hosts a defiant Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals
PSG hosts a defiant Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League semifinals
Pistons' season on the brink against Magic: 'We’ve got to fight like hell'
ORLANDO — It was hard to imagine this series getting worse for Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons. And then Jamal Cain came soaring down the lane.Duren rotated over in the paint to help cut off the drive. He did so somewhat passively, throwing his hands up and positioning himself in front of the rim. It wasn’t the physical, aggressive defense for which the Pistons are known. And he paid the price.Advertisement
‘It’s a gamechanger’: Lewis Hamilton’s groundbreaking Mission 44 recruits working in F1
Foundation set up by F1 great is beginning to address the lack of representation of black people and those from disadvantaged backgrounds in motorsportSports people can be more than the sum of their athletic achievements. Lewis Hamilton stands unquestionably as one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula One having delivered both records and outstanding performances that will be hard to surpass. Yet it is indicative of his character that the seven-time world champion rates them all as...
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...