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‘Straight away’: Ravi Shastri backs Sooryavanshi for India debut next month
Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for a senior India debut, potentially as early as next month on the Ireland tour. Shastri urged selectors to fast-track the Rajasthan Royals opener into the T20 setup, citing his impressive IPL form and fearless batting against experienced bowlers.
Sardar Azmoun left out as Iran announce World Cup 2026 squad
Veteran striker Azmoun was not named in the 30-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 by June 1.
Manuel Neuer set to make sensational World Cup comeback for Germany
The rumour mills were buzzing long before Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann included goalkeeping legend Manuel Neuer in his 55-man preliminary squad submitted by German Football Association (DFB) to FIFA.After announcing his retirement in 2024, the 2014 FIFA World Cup winner and multi-time Bundesliga-winning goalkeeper has apparently been convinced by the team's coach – who happens to be two years younger – as per a Sky Sports report quoted by Goal.com.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the...
When is Xabi Alonso's first game as Chelsea manager?
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Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal
Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
Tipped for relegation to title winners - AGF's 'King Arthur' moment
Tipped for relegation to title winners - AGF's 'King Arthur' momentImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Jakob Poulsen played for AGF between 2008 and 2010, and returned as manager last June ByBen CollinsBBC Sport journalistPublished1 minute agoCommentsDavid Nielsen could not have picked a better metaphor for Aarhus GF's quest to win another championship.In 2017, he became the latest manager tasked with bringing glory back to Danish football's sleeping giant, who had not won the league title...
Chelsea announce appointment of Alonso as manager
Xabi Alonso has been out of work since being sacked by Real Madrid earlier this year; Alonso had been linked with the Liverpool role but Arne Slot looks set to stay; Alonso will be manager, not head coach, and will start on July 1
Xabi Alonso outlines three aims in his first words as Chelsea manager
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Chelsea appoint Alonso on four-year deal
Chelsea appoint Alonso on four-year dealByBen CollinsBBC Sport journalistPublished3 minutes ago1 CommentsChelsea have appointed former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso as their manager on a four‑year contract, starting in July.The 44-year-old Spaniard was available after leaving Real Madrid by mutual consent in January, less than eight months into a three-year contract.He previously spent three years in charge of Bayer Leverkusen, leading the German club to their first Bundesliga title in 2024,...
Chelsea announce Xabi Alonso appointment on a four-year contract as start date confirmed
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Premier League + and why owning the broadcast isn’t owning the fan
The Premier League and Uefa’s moves into streaming platforms misunderstand the wat fans want to consume football, says George Gilmore. In the last few months, the two leading lights in global club football, the Premier League and Uefa, have announced they will be launching direct-to-consumer broadcast offerings. In so doing, a revolutionary, if predictable, moment for football broadcasting has finally arrived. The world’s most popular competitions are making concrete moves to own more of the...
Babar Azam breaks Ben Stokes' WTC record
Babar Azam's resilient 68 guided Pakistan through a tough spot on Day 2 against Bangladesh, marking his return from injury. This crucial half-century propelled him past Ben Stokes in the ICC World Test Championship's most fifty-plus scores list, showcasing his consistent performance in the prestigious tournament.
'We welcome you': North Korean women football team arrives in South for a rare match
North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC arrived in South Korea for the Asian Champions League semi-finals, marking the first sports delegation visit in eight years. The team will face South Korea's Suwon FC Women, with high public interest despite ongoing political tensions between the two nations.
North Korean women footballers arrive in South Korea for first sports visit in 8 years
Dubai: A North Korean women’s football team travelled to South Korea on Sunday, marking the first sporting visit from the country in eight years as they prepare to compete in the Asian Champions League semi-finals against their southern neighbours.Naegohyang Women’s FC landed at Incheon International Airport in South Korea, where they were greeted by large crowds of reporters and fans holding welcome banners.A group of 39 North Korean players and officials, wearing dark jackets and skirts, emerg...
How to watch the men's Internazionali BNL d'Italia: TV channel and streaming options for the Final
Casper Ruud (No. 25 in world) will meet Jannik Sinner (No. 1) today at the men’s Internazionali BNL d’Italia, in Rome, Italy.Internazionali BNL d’Italia key details Tournament: The Internazionali BNL d’Italia Round: Finals Date: May 17 Streaming: Fubo (Stream now) Venue: Foro Italico Location: Rome, Italy Court Surface: Clay Watching in person? Get tickets on StubHub. Internazionali BNL d’Italia schedule today Jannik Sinner vs. Casper Ruud, 11 a.m. ET (Final) This watch guide was created using t...
Rangers to pursue Moore return - gossip
Rangers to pursue Moore return - gossipImage source, SNSPublished6 minutes agoRangers want to bring on-loan winger back for next season as Falkirk prepare to sell striker if price is right.Danny Rohl has confirmed that Rangers will work on re-signing Mikey Moore from Tottenham Hotspur this summer. (talkSPORT), externalThe Rangers manager also insists striker Youssef Chermiti will be a key player next season after reports linking the 21-year-old to Porto. (Daily Record - subscription required), e...
'If I was in their position...': Rodri makes Arsenal title race prediction as Man City wait for dropped points
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Seven countries, one world tour - Williams eyes quadruple
Seven countries, one world tour - Williams eyes quadrupleImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Since leaving the University of Augusta in 2019, Deane Williams has played professional domestic basketball in six European countriesByJonty ColmanBBC Sport journalistPublished2 minutes agoA decade ago, Bath-born Deane Williams was just finishing his first year as a freshman at Augusta University, with the dream of forging a professional basketball career.Following four years in Georgia, Williams em...
Conor McGregor returns to UFC in July
Dubai: Conor McGregor is set to make his return to competition after a five-year absence, as he takes on Max Holloway in a welterweight fight at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on 11 July.The 37-year-old Irishman has not competed since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy defeat to Dustin Poirier in 2021, an injury that halted one of the sport’s most high-profile careers.The Irishman was defeated by Dustin Poirier in his last bout Since then, his absence from the octagon has left questions over his return...
Premier League buildup, Celtic v Hearts fallout, FA Cup final reaction, and more – matchday live
⚽ Reaction and buildup on another busy Sunday⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Email XaymacaHello and welcome to another Matchday live! We have another big day of fixtures for you after yesterday’s excitement – Manchester City winning the FA Cup, Celtic taking home the Scottish Premiership and Manchester City lifting the Women’s Super League trophy.Today, we turn our attention to the bottom of the Premier League table. Newcastle play West Ham this evening. Nuno Espírito Santo’s side would move ou...