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Spectacular European nights the new normal for Villa under Emery
Spectacular European nights the new normal for Villa under EmeryImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Unai Emery won the Europa League three times with Sevilla and once at VillarrealPublished7 minutes agoCommentsThey say a week is a long time in football - never mind an entire decade.It is exactly 10 years since Aston Villa were relegated to English football's second tier for the first time since 1987 after a 1-0 loss at Manchester United.It was their ninth consecutive league defeat duri...
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
A seismic clash between City and Arsenal, Tottenham need leadership, and could Eddie Howe recall Yoane Wissa?Josh King learned of the difficulties that come with being a Premier League player at Liverpool on Sunday. The 19-year-old was withdrawn at the break after a tough first half at Anfield as Marco Silva wanted to change things when two goals down. It will be interesting to see how King reacts to the half-time hook when he is next called upon, whether he uses it as inspirational fuel or sees...
Florida And LSU Punch Tickets To NCAA Gymnastics Final Four
The Florida Gators and LSU Tigers finished first and second in Thursday’s national semifinal in Fort Worth, Texas, advancing to Saturday’s NCAA National Championship. LSU's Kailin Chio leads the all-around race with Jordan Chiles still to come.
Ex-Alabama football player accused of wearing wigs to impersonate NFL players in loan fraud scheme
A former University of Alabama football player donned makeup and wigs during an elaborate multimillion-dollar fraud scheme in which he secured loans pretending to be NFL players, federal authorities said
Why 'sensational' Palace & Conference League are good fit
After overcoming Fiorentina over two legs to reach the semi-finals, Crystal Palace will now fancy their chances of going all the way in the Conference League and adding a European trophy to their FA Cup success last season.
Crystal Palace to assess Adam Wharton, Maxence Lacroix injuries
Crystal Palace will assess the injuries suffered by Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix after the pair were forced off in the second leg of their Conference League quarter-final tie with Fiorentina on Thursday night.Both players were substituted in the first half of the game, which Palace lost 2-1 but progressed to the semi-final on aggregate, and afterwards manager Oliver Glasner was unable to give any sense of the seriousness of their injuries.Advertisement
With an epic series in the Bronx, Mike Trout sends a powerful reminder of his greatness
For those who might have forgotten Mike Trout’s place in baseball history, allow Los Angeles Angels hitting coach Brady Anderson to refresh your memory.“When you look up the all-time OPS leaders, you’re quickly reminded,” said Anderson, a former outfielder who played 15 years in the majors.“As you go down the top 20 you get to Mantle, then DiMaggio, then Trout. His name is right in the middle of the game’s all-time legends, and rightfully so.”Advertisement
The WNBA's Wings can't shield Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd from relationship questions forever
The biggest storyline coming out of Monday night's WNBA Draft wasn't just that the Dallas Wings landed another No. 1 overall pick in Azzi Fudd. It was that Fudd, a now-former star at Connecticut, is dating the Wings' superstar franchise player, Paige Bueckers, who also played at Connecticut."Pazzi" (as fans affectionately call the couple) has reunited.And because it's getting so much attention, it also opened the door for a lot of people — many of whom don't really follow women's basketball — to...
Crystal Palace: Oliver Glasner issues Adam Wharton and Maxence Lacroix injury updates as stars forced off
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The Giants need to show some fire and they did in an emotion-filled win over the Reds
The San Francisco Giants allowed just one hit in a feisty 3-0 win over the Reds on Thursday afternoon, looking like the best version of themselves in the process. Landen Roupp pitched like a stopper, which is exactly what his team needed. The Giants’ hits were timely, and their defense was sharp. The bullpen looked both untouchable and comfortable — a normal bullpen, calmly preserving a three-run lead without incident, just like they’re supposed to.Advertisement
Charlie Baker explains NCAA's flurry of new rules with help from Congress slow in coming
With help from Congress still uncertain, the NCAA is tackling its own problems. That was president Charlie Baker’s message in a memo he sent to member schools on Thursday.“NCAA membership is not waiting for others to act,” Baker said in the letter obtained by The Athletic.College sports is in the midst of a dramatic evolution as amateurism is replaced by athletes receiving direct compensation from their schools and from third parties for their names, images and likenesses.Advertisement
Åberg leads RBC Heritage as MacIntyre makes strong start after Masters drama
Ludvig Åberg took the lead after the opening round of the RBC Heritage as Robert MacIntyre made a strong start following his controversial showing at The Masters. With the PGA Tour resuming just days on from Rory McIlroy's triumph at Augusta National, Sweden's Åberg produced a superb eight-under 63 to establish a one-shot lead over his Ryder Cup team-mate Viktor Hovland and American Harris English.
St Helens go top after comeback win at Hull FC
St Helens go top after comeback win at Hull FCImage source, SWPixImage caption, Jake Davies, 19, made his Super League debut for Saints against Castleford last seasonByNeil SquiresBBC Sport EnglandPublished16 April 2026, 21:59 BST36 CommentsUpdated 14 minutes agoBetfred Super LeagueHull FC (12) 14Tries: Moy, Bourouh Goals: Hardaker 3St Helens (6) 24Tries: Davies, Stephens, Feldt, Robertson Goals: Sailor 4St Helens went top of Super League after a second half comeback saw them topple Hull FC at t...
US will help Peru ‘take back’ Chancay port from China, Congress chair says
A senior US lawmaker called on Peru’s next government to reclaim the Chinese-controlled port of Chancay, describing the deepwater facility as a direct military threat to the western hemisphere. Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, said during a hearing on Thursday that Washington would help Peru wrest the megaport from Chinese hands. “The new Peruvian government, which will be elected next June, must take it back, that...
Blackhawks' Connor Bedard on captaincy, new contract and patience level with losing
CHICAGO — There’s something different about offseason Connor Bedard.There’s a little less edge, a little more comfort. Maybe it’s him simply getting into some of his Lululemon swag instead of his hockey gear. But he’s noticeably more relaxed talking to the media after the season than during it. That was true after his first two NHL seasons, and that was even pronounced Thursday as he answered questions on a wide range of topics for 15-plus minutes the day after his third NHL season came to a clo...
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dead at 48 after car struck by train at railroad crossing
Former Arsenal player and Austrian goalkeeper Alex Manninger died tragically on Thursday after the vehicle he was driving was struck by a train at a railroad crossing in Salzburg, police said. He was 48. Manninger was not immediately identified by law enforcement, but a number of his former teams released statements on social media confirming the news of his tragic passing. "Everyone at Arsenal is shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic passing of former goalkeeper, Alex Manninger," the team’s...
Lionel Messi, Argentina FA Face Legal Action for Breaching $7 Million Contract
Rabat- Lionel Messi and the Argentine Football Association (AFA) are facing a legal battle after Vid Music Group, a Miami-based promoter, filed a lawsuit alleging fraud and breach of contract regarding a $7 million deal, according to AP News. Under the terms of a deal signed last summer, Vid secured the exclusive rights to manage ticket sales, broadcasting, and sponsorships for Argentina’s October friendlies against Venezuela and Puerto Rico, requiring Messi to appear on the pitch for a minimum...
Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino on Real Madrid shortlist with boss set to be axed
Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino on Real Madrid shortlist with boss set to be axedReal Madrid have already turned their attention to who could replace Alvaro Arbeloa next season with Jurgen Klopp among the names on their shortlist following their Champions League exitJurgen Klopp has been out of work since leaving Liverpool (Image: Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)BySamuel MeadeSports Brand Writer22:45, 16 Apr 2026|commentsReal Madrid are eyeing up moves for Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochet...
Bromley spurn chance for promotion with Cambridge stalemate
Bromley's promotion to League One was delayed once again as Cambridge United held them to a goalless draw at Hayes Lane.The U's should have scored inside the opening 15 minutes. Ben Knight poked wide of Grant Smith's goal when clean through on goal before Dominic Ball did the same, screwing a shot inches wide from Liam Bennett's cutback.
Jacob Rodriguez talks 'special connection' with wife, Emma, a US Army helicopter pilot, ahead of NFL Draft
NFL Draft prospect Jacob Rodriguez is going to have a pretty cool job to tell people about when he’s taken next week by an NFL team to begin his professional football journey.But if you were to ask Rodriguez, his wife, Emma, has the coolest job in the family."Any time I get the chance to talk about her is the best. Every time I get the chance to tell people what she does for a living, they’re blown away, and rightfully so," Rodriguez told Fox News Digital during a recent interview.CLICK HERE FOR...