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Molineux fit to lead Australia World Cup squad
Molineux fit to lead Australia World Cup squadImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Sophie Molineux has played three Tests, 19 ODIs and 44 T20 internationals since her debut in 2018ByMike PeterBBC Sport journalistPublished1 minute agoAustralia captain Sophie Molineux has been passed fit and named in Australia's squad for the T20 World Cup.The 28-year-old all-rounder will lead a 15-strong squad for the tournament in England, with assistance from vice-captains Ash Gardner and Tahlia McGrath.Fas...
MLB trade rumors: Four SF Giants stars could be moved, says Bob Nightengale
The San Francisco Giants may be preparing for major roster changes after trading Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians. USA Today insider Bob Nightengale reported that the club would like to move Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman, Willy Adames and Jung Hoo Lee as part of a possible reset. The report has increased speculation around the Giants’ future before the 2026 MLB Draft.
Phoenix Mercury clear Valeriane Ayayi, spotlighting issues when FIBA players join WNBA
Phoenix Mercury forward Valeriane Ayayi has received her letter of clearance from FIBA after beginning the WNBA season under a partial-season suspension, underscoring complications players potentially face when competing in the WNBA and abroad.Ayayi, a three-time Olympian for France and two-time medalist, signed a one-year $500,000 contract with the Mercury in free agency, according to a source familiar with the terms of her contract, but she wasn’t available for Phoenix’s first two regular-seas...
NBA won't take further action over Bucks sitting Giannis Antetokounmpo late in season
The NBA’s investigation into the Milwaukee Bucks regarding the health status of Giannis Antetokounmpo at the end of the 2025-26 season has concluded, and the league has determined no further action is warranted, a league source confirmed to The Athletic.Antetokounmpo, 31, missed the final 15 games of the 2025-26 season following a left knee hyperextension on an awkward landing after dunking in the third quarter of a March 15 win over the Indiana Pacers. But Antetokounmpo and the Bucks had differ...
Messi remains top MLS earner with salary of £18.5m
Messi remains top MLS earner with salary of £18.5mImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Lionel Messi and compatriot Rodrigo de Paul are among the top three earners in MLSByBen CollinsBBC Sport journalistPublished3 minutes agoLionel Messi remains the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer with an annual base salary of $25m (£18.5m) - more than double that of the North American league's next-highest earner.Figures released, external by the MLS Players Association reflect the contract extens...
Cristiano Ronaldo denied Saudi Pro League title after bizarre goalkeeper own goal
Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.His Al Nassr team were 12 seconds away from winning the Saudi Pro League title, leading 1-0 against their closest rivals Al Hilal in Riyadh, when the unthinkable happened.Al Hilal, requiring a point to keep their hopes alive, delivered a long throw towards the Al Nassr penalty area. It overshot the group of Al Hilal attackers and the ball looked to be sailing calmly towards goalkeeper Bento.But a mix up in communication proved fatal. As Bento...
Southampton 2-1 Middlesbrough (AET, 2-1 agg): Saints sneak past Boro to book Wembley place
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Half-Indian footballer seeks $12M after alleged 'curry muncher' abuse case
Former QPR midfielder Amrit Bansal-McNulty, who is half-Indian, has partially won his employment tribunal case against ex-Crawley Town manager John Yems after racial harassment claims were upheld. The former Northern Ireland youth international is now pursuing around £12 million in compensation, alleging the abuse caused psychiatric damage and ended his football career. Claims against QPR were dismissed, while Crawley Town was found vicariously liable.
Saints win it LATE in extra-time to book Wembley spot over Boro
Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final second leg match between Southampton and Middlesbrough.
Hull City vs Southampton: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds
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Southampton reach Championship play-off final after winning fiery Middlesbrough clash
SOUTHAMPTON 2-1 MIDDLESBROUGH (2-1 agg.): Late drama at St Mary's saw Southampton book their place at Wembley with Shea Charles' goal enough to see off Middlesbrough
Ted Lasso actor Fernandez signs for US club
Ted Lasso actor Fernandez signs for US clubImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Cristo Fernandez has signed with Texas side El Paso Locomotive, who played their first season in the USL Championship in 2019ByMike PeterBBC Sport journalistPublished1 minute agoTed Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez has signed for American second-tier side El Paso Locomotive after a two-month trial.The 35-year-old Mexican, who played Dani Rojas in the hit Apple TV+ programme between 2020 and 2023, will now take up a d...
Casemiro opens up on mentoring Kobbie Mainoo at Man Utd amid social media challenges
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has opened up about his mentoring relationship with rising star Kobbie Mainoo
WOW! Shea Charles sends Saints to Wembley with late ET winner!
Shea Charles scores the winner for Southampton in extra-time as they beat Middlesbrough 2-1 to seal a place in the play-off final.
Ronaldo STUNNED as goalkeeper HOWLER denies long-awaited Al Nassr title!
Cristiano Ronaldo was left stunned after Al Nassr spectacularly blew their chance to seal the Saudi Pro League title after an own-goal from Al Nassr goalkeeper Bento handed Al Hilal an equaliser.
A's place Jacob Wilson on injured list, call up hot-hitting prospect Henry Bolte
The Athletics will be without Jacob Wilson for a while, as the American League’s starting shortstop in the 2025 All-Star game was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left shoulder subluxation. As part of a flurry of moves, the A’s also recalled outfielder Henry Bolte, who recently went on an historic run in Triple A with hits in 12 consecutive at-bats.Advertisement
Man Utd consider Valverde move - Wednesday's gossip
Man Utd consider Valverde move - Wednesday's gossipPublished3 minutes agoManchester United considering Federico Valverde move, are also interested in Ederson and Mateus Fernandes, and Paris St-Germain targeting Julian Alvarez.Manchester United are weighing up a shock move for Real Madrid's Uruguay midfielder Federico Valverde, 27. (Mirror), externalParis St-Germain have made Atletico Madrid's Argentina striker Julian Alvarez, 26, one of their main targets for next season. (ESPN), externalManches...
Pep: We lost two finals to refs and VAR
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he has "never trusted anything" with referees and VAR after a pivotal decision in the Premier League title race.Arsenal moved five points clear of City with two games remaining after edging past West Ham 1-0 on Sunday as the hosts were denied a late equaliser following a VAR review for a foul on goalkeeper David Raya.
Steve Sarkisian’s Ole Miss rip is the sound of a profession that whines like no other
These shots at Ole Miss are really comments on the state of college football coaching.No, not the ones from Clemson coach Dabo Swinney a few months ago, accusing Ole Miss coach Pete Golding of “blatant tampering.”No, not the Vanity Fair profile this week on LSU coach/walking human resources intervention Lane Kiffin, in which he contrasted the “campus diversity” at LSU with race-based recruiting challenges he faced at Ole Miss.Advertisement
Basketball star Brandon Clarke, Memphis Grizzlies forward, dies at age 29
Neither the Grizzlies nor Clarke’s agency, Priority Sports, immediately released details surrounding his death.