The allegation refers to an incident in 2001 A former Essex County Cricket Club player has made an allegation of racism during his time at the club, dating back to 2001. Chief executive at Essex, John Stephenson, said that he was “extremely shocked and saddened” by the allegation. “There is absolutely no place for discrimination of […]

4 years ago

Usman and McGregor have gone back-and-fourth on Twitter Kamaru Usman has jumped to the defence of Jorge Masvidal after Conor McGregor took to social media to make his feelings about Gamebred known. Masvidal has suffered back-to-back defeats against Usman in welterweight UFC title fights, with the American having also pulled out of his fight against […]

4 years ago

The agreement is a significant climate change pact The Cop26 climate summit has concluded with nations agreeing to a landmark deal that aims to prevent catastrophic global warming. With talks ongoing for over 24 hours after the Glasgow conference was scheduled to end, crucial negotiations were occurring over a number of issues, such as fossil […]

4 years ago

The European Super League failed in April La Liga chair Javier Tebas has revealed that Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus are planning to revive the European Super League. The initial plan – which would have guaranteed its 12 founding members entry into the lucrative competition every season – failed in April following protests from fans […]

4 years ago

“That’s almost a sackable offence in itself.” Danny Mills believes Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may have committed a ‘sackable offence’ by trying to convert Jadon Sancho into a wing-back. United signed Sancho from Borussia Dortmund for £73million in the summer, with the Red Devils finally securing a deal for the England international after the failing […]

4 years ago

Give this man a medal for his efforts Marine FC’s FA Trophy tie against Dunston UTS was suspended due to broken floodlights, with Dunston midfielder Phil Turnbull leaving the pitch to eventually fix the lights. The game was called to a stop just after half-time when the floodlights at the Marine Travel Arena cut-out, with Marine […]

4 years ago

“I don’t think he could have done any more to earn a call-up.” Paul Merson believes that Conor Gallagher has been ‘one of the best players in the country’ so far this season and ‘deserves’ a place in the senior England squad. The 21-year-old has been in impressive form this season, contributing four goals and […]

4 years ago

“He deliberately did not rule that out for the future.” Ilkay Gundogan believes that Germany teammate Joshua Kimmich will change his mind and eventually get vaccinated against Covid-19. In October, Kimmich revealed that he had not been vaccinated against the virus due to concerns regarding a lack of long-term studies. The Bayern Munich midfielder stated that […]

4 years ago

Richards and Terry have both defended Maguire John Terry has come out in defence of Harry Maguire after the England and Manchester United defender’s controversial celebration on Friday night. Maguire opened the scoring for the Three Lions as they cruised to a 5-0 win over Albania, but despite Harry Kane scoring a perfect hat-trick, it was […]

4 years ago

Messi missed PSG’s last two matches with a knee injury Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has defended his decision to call up Lionel Messi for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers, despite Paris Saint-Germain’s opposition to the decision. The 34-year-old missed PSG’s last two matches with a knee injury that he sustained in the 2-1 win over […]

4 years ago

Lord Patel says it will help guide how the club move forward Yorkshire County Cricket Club have revealed that they will open an independent whistleblowing hotline for victims of discrimination on Monday. Lord Patel, who is the new club chair at Yorkshire, announced the creation of the hotline last week and has urged other victims […]

4 years ago

This takes mind games to another level Sinead Kavanagh has revealed that Cris Cyborg is leaving her ‘Squid Game cards’ ahead of their featherweight title fight at Bellator 271 on Friday. The pair will face-off for the featherweight title at Bellator 271 on Friday 12 November. The Irish fighter has labelled Cyborg’s “mind games” as “horrible”, revealing […]

4 years ago

Alves has won won a total of 23 trophies with Barca New Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has reportedly given his approval to signing former teammate Dani Alves, according to Marca. The Brazilian right-back has been been out of contract since leaving Sao Paulo in September and is keen on a return to the Camp Nou. […]

4 years ago

Faragher strongly denies the allegation Essex chairman John Faragher has resigned from his position following an allegation that he used racist language in a 2017 board meeting. Although Faragher strongly denies the allegation, Essex have stated they will investigate why the matter was not fully and independently investigated at the time when it supposedly occurred.  […]

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It will be their first time at Old Trafford in front of fans Manchester United Women are set to play their first Women’s Super League game in front of fans at Old Trafford next year.  United are scheduled to host Everton on 27 March 2022, with the men’s team not in action until the Sunday.  […]

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Adcock shared his story in October Referee James Adcock has opened up about his experience of being an openly gay man in football, stating that he is pleased with the positive response to his coming out interview. Adcock, who has officiated in Premier League matches, as well as amateur games, recently shared his story with […]

4 years ago

Southgate took charge of England in 2016 Gareth Southgate is set to sign a two-year contract extension that would see the England manager lead the Three Lions to the end of Euro 2024, as per The Telegraph. It is believed that Southgate’s improved deal could see the 51-year-old earn an additional £5million in bonuses, including a […]

4 years ago

“I still haven’t been able to get a response.” Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke has revealed that he didn’t get a response from Aston Villa after submitting an application for the managerial vacancy recently filled by Steven Gerrard. On Thursday (11 November), Villa confirmed the appointment of Gerrard as their new manager, following the sacking […]

4 years ago

Klopp has always been keen to voice his opinion Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has criticised Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former politician Nigel Farage, saying they shouldn’t be trusted to ‘lead any kind of group of people’. It is not the first time that the German has entered the political world with his opinion, previously […]

4 years ago

“He needs to focus on his game and keep his commercial interests out of it.” Mesut Özil has been told to focus on football rather than his commercial interests by Fenerbahce president Ali Koc. The German made the move to the Turkish capital in January, leaving Arsenal after seven-and-a-half-years at the Emirates. The 33-year-old – […]

4 years ago

That’s one way to be ruled out of a World Cup final New Zealand cricketer Devon Conway has been ruled out of Sunday’s T20 World Cup final against Australia after breaking his hand punching his own bat. The 30-year-old left-hander suffered the injury when he smacked his bat in anger after being dismissed in the Black Caps’ semi-final […]

4 years ago

Kheira Hamraoui was repeatedly hit in the legs with an iron bar Paris Saint-Germain women’s Aminata Diallo has been released without charge by French police investigating an attack on her team-mate Kheira Hamraoui. The midfielder was arrested for reportedly hiring two men to attack a teammate who plays in the same position as her. French […]

4 years ago

“We stopped training after 10 minutes or so.” Kevin De Bruyne has revealed that Manchester City spent just 10 minutes preparing to face Manchester United before last weekend’s convincing 2-0 victory at Old Trafford. Pep Guardiola’s men dominated the tie, boasting 67% possession and 16 shots – while United managed just five shots in the […]

4 years ago

“The Sports Direct signs I’m looking forward to coming down.” Newcastle director Amanda Staveley is confident the club will be able to agree new sponsorship deals with Saudi Arabian companies by the end of the month. Last month, the Premier League enforced a five-week ban on related-party sponsorship deals, but at a meeting in London […]

4 years ago

“This is your last chance.” A football fan who shouted racist abuse at a footballer and told him “white lives matter” has avoided prison after being given a “last chance” by a judge. Dean Simpson, 24, from Nantwich in Cheshire, was found guilty of racially aggravated public order, as per the BBC. Mr Simpson shouted […]

4 years ago

This would make a spectator main event WWE superstar Drew McIntyre has jokingly told Steven Gerrard that he’ll turn up at his door after he left Rangers to become Aston Villa manager. The former Liverpool and England captain was confirmed as Villa’s new boss on Thursday (11 November), replacing Dean Smith following his sacking on […]

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“Rangers would fit Aston Villa in their back pocket.” Celtic legend John Hartson has claimed that leaving Rangers for Aston Villa is a step-down for Steven Gerrard. The former Liverpool captain was named as Villa’s new manager on Thursday (11 November), replacing the recently departed Dean Smith at Villa Park. Despite there being a general […]

4 years ago

Donachie is now on leave as Everton finalise his departure Everton’s director of medical services Danny Donachie has left the club after manager Rafa Benitez ordered a review of the club’s injury record for key players. According to The Athletic, the manager is thought to have had concerns over injury setbacks to a number of […]

4 years ago

“I think they are more physical than in the Premier League.” Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed that Ligue 1 is the most physical league in the world. The Argentine was named PSG boss in January 2021, winning 37 of his first 52 matches in charge of the Parisian side. The French outfit currently […]

4 years ago

“I said retire, he’s won everything, he’s got no more to prove” Tyson Fury has been advised to retire from boxing by his dad John Fury. The Gypsy King defeated Deontay Wilder in the pair’s trilogy bout at the T-Mobile Arena in October, securing victory with an 11th round TKO to retain his WBC heavyweight belt. […]

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Sancho was ‘promised’ the No 7 shirt during negotiations Edinson Cavani was reportedly ‘put out’ when he was asked to give-up his number seven shirt for new Manchester United signing Jadon Sancho. It is believed that United promised the England international the famous No 7 shirt during negotiations with the then Borussia Dortmund forward in 2020. […]

4 years ago

No evidence was found that any fan had spat at the City dugout Two Liverpool supporters have had their seats moved away from the dugout area at Anfield after an investigation into an alleged spitting incident took place, with the fans warned by the club about their behaviour. Following the gripping 2-2 Premier League draw […]

4 years ago

“Ole’s actually taken the p*** out of him.” Paul Ince has claimed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is ‘taking the p***’ out of midfielder Donny van de Beek. The Dutchman has played just 154 minutes of football in all competitions for United this season, making just two Premier League appearances, both as a substitute. The 24-year-old, […]

4 years ago

He would be taken out of packs, SBCs and FUT Draft Argentina legend Diego Maradona is set to be permanently removed from FIFA 22. Maradona – who died last year aged 60 – features in the EA Sports game as an ICON card, but it has been reported that he could soon be removed from […]

4 years ago

The pair have contrasting views on Solskjaer’s future Gary Neville has responded to Rio Ferdinand’s claims that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should be sacked by Manchester United. Solskjaer has come under increased scrutiny in recent weeks following Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat against Manchester City and the 5-0 thrashing by Liverpool last month. United have lost four […]

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“I looked at him and I was like ‘that’s it, this is the moment’.” Patrice Evra has revealed that the only thing that stopped him from attacking Luis Suarez in the street following the pair’s racism controversy was that Suarez was with his family. In October 2011, Evra was racially abused by Liverpool striker Suarez […]

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The Joker didn’t find Morris’ foul very funny NBA star Nikola Jokic was ejected from Denver Nuggets’ game against Miami Heat after harshly knocking Markieff Morris to the ground in retaliation to a tough foul. Towards the end of the fourth quarter, Jokic rebounded the ball and passed it downcourt – but as he was […]

4 years ago

Wisten’s father has been speaking at an inquest into his death The father of a former Manchester City youngster who died by suicide has told an inquest that his son felt let down by the club following his release. Jeremy Wisten was found hanged in his sister’s bedroom at his home in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in October […]

4 years ago

The child was left with minor injuries A seven-year old Hull City fan was struck in the face by a flare that was thrown into the crowd during the Tigers’ Championship clash against Barnsley on Saturday. The child was left with injuries as a result of the incident, with a 17-year-old boy ‘presenting’ himself to […]

4 years ago

“It really makes no sense” Jurgen Klopp claims it “really makes no sense” how West Ham’s opening goal in their win against Liverpool wasn’t a foul on Alisson Becker. The Hammers ended the Reds’ 25-game unbeaten run on Sunday after securing all three points in an entertaining 3-2 clash at the London Stadium. An Alisson own-goal […]

4 years ago

“There isn’t a respect in that situation” Claudio Ranieri has accused Arsenal of showing ‘a lack of respect’ by not kicking the ball out of play when Ismaïla Sarr was down injured. After an Arsenal cross was defended and headed clear, Sarr was knocked to the floor by the on-rushing Ainsley Maitland-Niles, in what looked […]

4 years ago

The Tinkerman was less than impressed Claudio Ranieri and Mikel Arteta were involved in an argument following Arsenal’s home win against Watford on Sunday. The Gunners secured a 1-0 victory to stretch their unbeaten run to 10 games, having won their last four fixtures. Emile Smith Rowe scored the only goal in the game in […]

4 years ago

“Creating Robots on and off the pitch! Get the f@@k away from them.” Gary Neville has accused Manchester United’s CEO of media Phil Lynch of ‘creating robots on and off the pitch’. The former United defender was evidently annoyed after footage appeared on Twitter of Lynch explaining how the club works with players on social media […]

4 years ago

Fans were heard singing and jeering during the 60 second silence Celtic fans booed the minute’s silence for Remembrance Day and launched tennis balls onto the pitch prior to their game against Dundee on Sunday. Remembrance Day – which takes place on November 11 and commemorates those who died in conflict in Commonwealth countries – […]

4 years ago

Another day, another Jose moan Jose Mourinho has taken aim at another journalist, branding the reporter as ‘not intelligent’ when he asked him about his time at Roma. During a press conference prior to Roma’s away tie at Venezia on Sunday – a game which Roma lost – a reporter questioned whether the self-proclaimed ‘Special […]

4 years ago

Villa have lost five games on the bounce Dean Smith has been sacked by Aston Villa after losing five Premier League games in a row. Smith was made Villa manager in October 2018 and led the club back to the Premier League – via the play-offs – in his first season in charge. Speaking on the […]

4 years ago

“I don’t quite know why he keeps having a swing” Gareth Southgate has questioned why Jurgen Klopp keeps ‘having a swing’ at him when speaking to the media. Klopp was annoyed that the England manager overlooked Joe Gomez during last month’s international break, with Southgate favouring John Stones – who had not featured for Pep Guardiola’s […]

4 years ago

Just another day in Brazilian football Internacional players lifted fake caskets into the air after beating Gremio in a derby match, mocking the fact that their rivals loom closer to relegation. The Brazilian sides faced off at the Beira-Rio stadium on Saturday, with former Shakhtar Donetsk man Taison scoring the only goal of the game to hand […]

4 years ago

Comunicado Oficial Newcastle United have appointed former Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe as their new manager, replacing the recently departed Steve Bruce. The 43-year-old has not been in management since he left the Cherries in August 2020 after the club were relegated from the Premier League.  🤝 𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗘-𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗟𝗔𝗗𝗦 🤝 We are delighted to confirm […]

4 years ago

“Da, you’re sacked” Another day, another strange Conor McGregor Twitter exchange. On Saturday, the UFC star took to social media to ‘sack’ his own father in a bizarre Twitter rant about his early fight days. In the early stages of his career, the Irishman started out with a few amateur bouts held at a local GAA […]

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