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Manchester United's new kit reviewed: Big stripes, memories of 1977, but a bit too Nottingham Forest?
It’s red. It comes with a collar. It boasts some of the largest stripes you’ve ever seen down a kit’s sleeves, and it will be one of the biggest-selling shirts of the 2026-27 season.This Thursday saw Manchester United unveil their new home kit for the 2026-27 season. Produced by Adidas, the new shirt takes inspiration from United kits from the 1970s to create something that “feels both nostalgic and progressive”, according to official club documents.Advertisement
Brighton's golden oldies could carry them to Europe. But what happens next?
James Milner featuring prominently in rondos between the substitutes before last Saturday’s 3-0 home win over Wolverhampton Wanderers was a significant signal about the present and the future for Brighton & Hove Albion’s ‘old guard’.Having the 40-year-old Premier League appearances record-holder back in the squad for Sunday’s return to Leeds United — where it all started for Milner — along with nearly all the thirtysomethings in Fabian Hurzeler’s group, is a shot in the arm for the bid to reach...
A 375-day struggle: The story of James Maddison's recovery from two ACL injuries
Son Heung-min’s final game for Tottenham Hotspur exposed how elite sport can be simultaneously beautiful and brutal.There were around 60,000 fans inside the Seoul World Cup Stadium for Spurs’ friendly against Newcastle United on August 3. They cheered every time Son touched the ball and booed when a goal he ‘scored’ was disallowed for offside. The South Korea forward was given a guard of honour by both teams when he was substituted in the second half and received a standing ovation from the crow...
How have Chelsea and BlueCo benefited from their Manchester City connections?
Manchester City are the perfect FA Cup final opponents for Chelsea this weekend.Not in the sense of maximising their chances of lifting the trophy, though defeats in the last two FA Cup finals have marked out Pep Guardiola’s side as surprisingly beatable at the denouement of this particular competition. Not even because City also happen to be in the midst of a Premier League title race; those expecting them to betray a lack of focus at Wembley on Saturday are likely to be disappointed.Advertisem...
Why are there so few English managers in the Premier League?
“It’s a disappointment and, from my point of view, it saddens me,” says Howard Wilkinson, now 82 and officially retired from the sport that has shaped his life. “All we can do is keep our fingers crossed and hope at some point we turn a corner in the right direction.”Wilkinson is talking to The Athletic as the last English manager to win the league championship. That was 1991-92 as manager of Leeds United and, 34 years on, it isn’t easy to see a time when that position changes.Advertisement
Premier League predictions: Arsenal vs Burnley, Aston Villa vs Liverpool and the rest of matchday 37
Welcome to The Athletic’s Premier League predictions challenge, where Savinho has lifted young Wilfred back to within striking distance of the summit.At 9.41pm UK time on Wednesday, Manchester City were cruising to a 2-0 home win against Crystal Palace — just as our guest subscriber Jack predicted, which would have taken the readers 10 points clear at the top of our predictions league with two rounds to play.Advertisement
The Prospects: Jim Thwaites, Manchester United
When Italy knocked England out of Euro 2012 at the quarter-final stage, the performance of Andrea Pirlo, Italy’s playmaking midfielder, was held aloft as the difference between the two sides.The English lamented the lack of such a deep-lying creator who could dictate play and control the tempo of the game. There were not many registas, as the Italians call the role, in English football.Advertisement
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for May 15, 2026, puzzle No. 599
Need help with today’s Connections: Sports Edition puzzle? You’ve come to the right place.Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.A quick public service announcement before we continue: The bottom of this article includes the answers — and hints — for the four categories. So if you want to solve the board hint-free, we recommend you play before continuing.You can access today’s game here.Advertisement
Carano bout to 'smash' women's fight pay record - Rousey
Ronda Rousey says she is "smashing the record" alongside Gina Carano for the "most women have been paid in combat sports" and she could become the most powerful figure in MMA since UFC president Dana White.
Which Wales players could move this summer?
Which Wales players could move this summer?Image source, FAWImage caption, Harry Wilson (left), Jordan James (centre) and Sorba Thomas (right) have all impressed during the 2025-26 season ByGareth VincentBBC Sport WalesPublished5 minutes agoThere is no World Cup for Wales this summer, but some members of Craig Bellamy's squad will still be making headlines.As the transfer window approaches – and some contracts expire – Bellamy will watch with interest to see where some of his players end up.Capt...
FA Cup Final betting preview: Man City favourites to beat Chelsea
FA Cup final day is one of the most cherished on the English football calendar. While the Wembley showpiece might not have the luster it did in past decades, Chelsea and Manchester City would relish getting their hands on the oldest trophy in club football.This might be particularly true for Chelsea, who need to salvage something from a season that has quickly slipped through their fingers.Advertisement
Man Utd news: Casemiro replacement available for bargain fee as Michael Carrick warning emerges
Manchester United round-up as Michael Carrick prepares for a crucial summer
'I'm still haunted by my transfer between Liverpool and Aston Villa - it was a huge mistake'
Liverpool and Aston Villa are due to meet in the Premier League this week and there has been transfer history between the rival clubs
PGA Championship Round 1: What to know as Scottie Scheffler, 6 others share lead
A tougher-than-expected Aronimink Golf Club generated an historically bunched leaderboard Thursday at the PGA Championship.Here are the top numbers and notes to know from Round 1 of the season’s second men’s major.1. Seven players are tied for the lead, the most after any round of a men’s major championship since the 1977 U.S. Open’s first round at Southern Hills. There are a staggering 48 players at or within three of the lead, the most after any round in the modern era of major championships.A...
'I don't see that happening': Bumrah on ODI captaincy after MI win
Jasprit Bumrah captained Mumbai Indians for the first time in IPL 2026, leading them to a six-wicket victory against Punjab Kings. This leadership role came in the absence of regular captains Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav. Bumrah, who has captained India in Tests and T20Is, expressed his enjoyment of the experience and praised the team's execution.
Arsenal news: Gunners join £62m transfer fight as Pep Guardiola takes action
Arsenal are preparing to host Burnley at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night with one hand on the Premier League title
Vegas' Mitch Marner scores dazzling goal with his back to net, puck through legs
ANAHEIM, Calif. – It took only one minute for Mitch Marner to send the building into stunned silence.Honda Center was rocking for the start of Thursday’s pivotal Game 6 between the Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden Knights. That is, until Marner opened the scoring with a spectacular between-the-legs goal at the 62-second mark.Advertisement
Rugby player dies after sustaining 'unsurvivable' injury during game at tributes pour in
Eugene Hanna suffered an injury described as "unsurvivable" and spent 10 days in the hospital before he passed, while his country's rugby league emphasised the importance of safety protocols
Montreal Victoire defeat Ottawa Charge in OT of Walter Cup Finals Game 1: Takeaways
LAVAL, Que. – For several hushed moments in the dying seconds of Game 1 of the PWHL Finals, Montreal Victoire fans watched Laura Stacey on the ice, clutching her knee.Since her first year with the Victoire in 2024, Stacey has emerged a fan favorite with a relentless engine – and one of the most productive players in the PWHL. With Ann-Renée Desbiens pulled, and the Victoire pushing to tie the game, Stacey got tangled up with Ottawa’s Gabbie Hughes in the corner and was in visible pain on the ice...
'Torturous for boxers': Drained Nikhat Zareen suffers shock trials exit
Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen faced a shocking defeat in boxing trials, missing out on CWG and Asian Games. She revealed the immense physical and mental strain caused by a chaotic two-week preparation, citing administrative tussles between BFI and SAI as a major factor. Despite the setback, Zareen plans to focus on rebuilding her fitness for the LA Olympics.