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If Eddie Howe is staying, Newcastle need to fix this: Signing clarity, selling well and fresh ideas

Eddie Howe still remains part of Newcastle United’s vision for the future, even given their chastening Premier League campaign.As The Athletic has consistently reported, Newcastle’s starting point has always been that Howe would continue in his role as head coach next season. Following a dreadful run of results, with nine defeats in 12 top-flight matches, Saturday’s narrow, nervy 3-1 victory over Brighton edged them closer to that starting point.Advertisement

Astros' Yanier Diaz (oblique) to go on injured list; becomes 14th player on IL

HOUSTON — Astros starting catcher Yainer Diaz is going on the injured list after sustaining an oblique injury during batting practice prior to Monday’s 8-3 loss against the Dodgers, manager Joe Espada said.Diaz, who was scheduled to start, was scratched about an hour before first pitch and was replaced by backup Christian Vázquez.Advertisement

Victor Wembanyama breaks postseason single-game blocks record vs. Timberwolves

Victor Wembanyama growled in frustration as he punched the air. Presumably angry at himself.With about a minute left in the first half, Minnesota’s Naz Reid drove from the left wing and scooped a finger roll high off the glass. Wembanyama, coming over from the weakside, barely missed Reid’s lofting layup.Advertisement

Spirit put the NWSL on notice. Plus: Americans still starring abroad

Full Time Newsletter ⚽| This is The Athletic’s weekly women’s soccer newsletter. Sign up here to receive Full Time directly in your inbox. A quick pause from soccer to say: The WNBA is back! Big things are happening in women’s basketball, which means big things are happening at The Athletic. We have a new, free newsletter for you, with national writer Sabreena Merchant and our marquee offseason acquisition, Annie Costabile, keeping you up to date on everything women’s basketball. Run,...

6 चौके, 7 छक्के और 84 रनों की तूफानी पारी, रोहित शर्मा ने लखनऊ को धो डाला

Can Mumbai Indians still qualify for the playoffs after big win against LSG?

Mumbai Indians kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a commanding six wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, but it remains a very difficult scenario from here.After opting to bowl, Mumbai’s bowlers struggled early on as Nicholas Pooran smashed a 21 ball 63 to power LSG to a strong 228 for 5. However, the chase was completely dominated by Mumbai’s opening pair. Rohit Sharma, returning from injury, scored a fluent 84 off 44 balls, while Ryan Rickelton went...

Delhi Capitals eye CSK revenge as Starc-Ngidi pairing returns

Delhi Capitals eye CSK revenge as StarcNgidi pairing returns

विजय ने परिवार के साथ मनाया जीत का जश्न, मिला मां-बाप का आशीर्वाद, क्रिकेटर वरुण चक्रवर्ती ने दी बधाई

Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes names ‘compulsory’ target as Gary Lineker left shell-shocked

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has made his thoughts clear about the club's ambitions

‘He’s too young to retire’: Cam Smith and Australian golf ponder life without LIV’s riches

With Saudi investment drying up, one of LIV’s highest-profile recruits may be having second thoughts as Australian officials call for the global golf ecosystem to come togetherHe was Australian golf’s shining light, a likeable everyman whose career has found the rough. Now, Cameron Smith “may be rethinking” his decision to stick with LIV Golf, according to the head of the PGA of Australia, after Saudi Arabian investors withdrew funding from the upstart tour.The entire Australian golf sector is w...

‘Virat Kohli, call me!’: IShowSpeed’s wild cricket clip goes viral - Watch

Internet personality IShowSpeed has gone viral again, this time with a cricket bat, calling out to Virat Kohli in a high-energy video. The clip shows Speed hitting the stumps and expressing his desire for Kohli and the ICC to notice him. This latest stunt further highlights his growing fascination with cricket and the Indian superstar.

Premier League title race out of City's hands after Everton draw: Guardiola

Premier League title race out of Citys hands after Everton draw Guardiola

'Do not tell me again ... not acceptable': Gavaskar blasts Bumrah over no-ball errors

Jasprit Bumrah is experiencing a difficult IPL 2026 season, having taken only three wickets in ten matches, contributing to Mumbai Indians' struggles. Despite a recent win, Bumrah's performance against Lucknow Super Giants, including multiple no-balls, drew criticism from Sunil Gavaskar. Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton's partnership secured Mumbai's victory.

Arsenal news: Zubimendi makes telling admission as Liverpool join race for signature

Arsenal are gearing up for one of the biggest weeks in their history

Jalen Brunson, Knicks strike first (and often) against 76ers: Game 1 takeaways

The Knicks steamrolled the Sixers in the opening game of their Eastern Conference semifinal.

Hurricanes vs. Flyers Game 2: Key takeaways as Carolina prevails in OT

RALEIGH, N.C. — Rod Brind’Amour saw Monday night coming.“All these games we’ve played could have gone the other way,” the Carolina Hurricanes coach said between Game 1 against the Philadelphia Flyers, a 3-0 win that pushed his team to 5-0 in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Game 2.“A bounce here or there, and now all of a sudden it looks different. We’re always chasing the perfect game. I have yet to see it. There’s a lot to get better at and we’re going to have to, because we know that those bounc...

Giants shake up their roster and Tony Vitello is prepared to assert his authority

SAN FRANCISCO — On a typical afternoon before a game at the Giants’ waterfront ballpark, the two center-facing televisions in the home clubhouse show scouting video of the opposing pitcher. On Monday afternoon, the screens displayed something starkly different.Against a jarringly white and unchanging background, one message was intended for a run-starved position-player group that is distantly last in the majors in walks. The other message was for a pitching staff that hasn’t always controlled t...

Will Dhoni play? CSK coach's blunt 'above my pay grade' reply goes viral

MS Dhoni's absence due to a calf injury continues to be a major talking point for CSK fans, with the star player not travelling for the Delhi Capitals clash. Bowling coach Eric Simons confirmed Dhoni is improving but offered no timeline for his return. The team, currently in a must-win situation, remains confident about their playoff chances.

IPL Play Of The Day: Rohit-Rickelton turn into MI's Batman-Robin to down LSG

IPL Play Of The Day RohitRickelton turn into MIs BatmanRobin to down LSG

IPL 2026: Time for Sanju Samson to silence doubters

Sanju Samson returns to the Arun Jaitley Stadium, a venue where his international career once teetered. Now a CSK superstar, his high stock is a testament to his T20 World Cup turnaround. He faces a crucial test against Delhi Capitals, needing to replicate his form to secure a spot in India's 2027 ODI World Cup plans.