Saudi-backed takeover of Newcastle imminent after 18-month wrangle
A Saudi Arabian-led consortium is close to finally taking over Newcastle United and ending Mike Ashley’s 14-year ownership of the club, with a deal expected…
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Ben Stokes undergoes second operation on finger but Ashes remain unlikely
Ben Stokes has undergone a second operation on his long-standing finger injury but remains unlikely to feature in England’s upcoming Ashes squad. Stokes has been…
Courage owner believed alleged abuser Riley was ‘in good standing’
The owner of the North Carolina Courage said on Wednesday the organization was not aware of allegations of sexual harassment against former coach Paul Riley…
Players’ stand over Ashes shows shift in attitudes since Marcus Trescothick’s day
Time flies. It’s been 15 years since Marcus Trescothick last played for England, in a warmup match against New South Wales in November 2006. He…
Late Harder strike denies Wolfsburg and snatches point for Chelsea
A stoppage-time goal from forward Pernille Harder earned Chelsea a point against her former team Wolfsburg after a period of calamitous defending looked to have…
Ferran Torres double sweeps Spain past Italy and into Nations League final
So this is how it feels. After three years in charge, having claimed a European Championship and set a new world record, Roberto Mancini finally…
Andy Murray welcomes investment in wake of Emma Raducanu’s success
Andy Murray has stressed the importance of continuing to capitalise on Emma Raducanu’s success in the wake of the announcement last weekend of a £22m…