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Rory McIlroy says he was ‘too judgemental’ in criticising players who joined LIV

Rory McIlroy says he was ‘too judgemental’ in criticising players who joined LIV

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

With talks ongoing to agree a merger between rival tours, McIlroy has taken a tentative step towards rapprochement.
Naomi Osaka suffers second-round exit to Karolina Pliskova in Brisbane

Naomi Osaka suffers second-round exit to Karolina Pliskova in Brisbane

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

Osaka went down 3-6 7-6 (4) 6-4.
David Moyes frustrated as fixture switch leaves West Ham without African stars

David Moyes frustrated as fixture switch leaves West Ham without African stars

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

Mohammed Kudus was among those unavailable for a drab goalless draw with Brighton due to his Africa Cup of Nations commitments.
Mason Greenwood sees red as nine-man Getafe beaten by Rayo Vallecano

Mason Greenwood sees red as nine-man Getafe beaten by Rayo Vallecano

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

Greenwood became the eighth player to receive a red card for Getafe this season.
I’m watching Luke Littler in awe and forget to commentate – Wayne Mardle

I’m watching Luke Littler in awe and forget to commentate – Wayne Mardle

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

The 16-year-old has stormed to the World Championship final, hammering Rob Cross in Tuesday’s semi.
Luke Littler sticks with omelette and pizza build-up ahead of World final clash

Luke Littler sticks with omelette and pizza build-up ahead of World final clash

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

The 16-year-old blew beat Rob Cross 6-2 in his semi-final to set up a final meeting with new world number one Luke Humprhies.
Nerveless 16-year-old Luke Littler books place in World Championship final

Nerveless 16-year-old Luke Littler books place in World Championship final

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

The teenager brushed aside former champion Rob Cross.
West Ham and Brighton serve up a drab stalemate

West Ham and Brighton serve up a drab stalemate

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Albion’s first goalless draw in the Premier League since October 2022 came on a landmark night for midfielder James Milner.
Jack O'Donoghue and Oli Jager add to Munster injury problems

Jack O'Donoghue and Oli Jager add to Munster injury problems

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

While Munster are yet to release an update on the full extent of their injuries, it is likely to cause further disruption for Graham Rowntree's side.
Seven high-profile managers who saw appointments go horribly wrong in short order

Seven high-profile managers who saw appointments go horribly wrong in short order

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Former England captain Wayne Rooney oversaw just two wins in 15 games as Birmingham went from sixth to 20th in the Championship.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe holds first meetings at Man Utd since buying stake in club

Sir Jim Ratcliffe holds first meetings at Man Utd since buying stake in club

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Ratcliffe was joined by INEOS director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford and executive Jean-Claude Blanc, who are both due to join United’s football board.
Sergio Reguilon returning to Tottenham as Manchester United cut short loan deal

Sergio Reguilon returning to Tottenham as Manchester United cut short loan deal

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The left-back joined United in September following injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
Sacked Wayne Rooney: It will take me some time to get over Birmingham setback

Sacked Wayne Rooney: It will take me some time to get over Birmingham setback

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The former England striker has been sacked after less than three months in charge of Blues.
Pape Sarr set to sign new contract tying him to Tottenham until 2030

Pape Sarr set to sign new contract tying him to Tottenham until 2030

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The 21-year-old Senegal international has made 33 appearances for Spurs.
Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk not yet entertaining Premier League title talk

Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk not yet entertaining Premier League title talk

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

A 4-2 victory over Newcastle extended their advantage at the top of the table to three points over Aston Villa.
Rafael Nadal makes impressive winning return in Brisbane after ‘toughest year’

Rafael Nadal makes impressive winning return in Brisbane after ‘toughest year’

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The Spaniard had not played since injuring his hip during last year’s Australian Open
Luke Littler plays darts as a toddler in nappies in home video footage

Luke Littler plays darts as a toddler in nappies in home video footage

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The 16-year-old from Warrington has enjoyed an historic run to the semi-final of the World Championship at Alexandra Palace.
Wayne Rooney sacked by Birmingham after less than three months in charge

Wayne Rooney sacked by Birmingham after less than three months in charge

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

The former England striker took over in October, with Blues sixth in the table.
Mohamed Salah confident Liverpool can win Premier League title

Mohamed Salah confident Liverpool can win Premier League title

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Salah recovered from a first-half penalty miss to score twice and set up another as Jurgen Klopp’s side won a New Year’s Day thriller 4-2 at Anfield.
Liverpool move three points clear after beating Newcastle in six-goal thriller

Liverpool move three points clear after beating Newcastle in six-goal thriller

Tue, 02 Jan, 2024

Mohamed Salah’s brace, Cody Gakpo and Curtis Jones put Newcastle to the sword, with Alexander Isak equalising and Sven Botman’s consolation goal.

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