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Uefa demands Fifa releases documents relating to World Cup sell-off scheme

European governing body gives two-week deadlineLetter addresses other issues including Balogun affairUefa has given Fifa a two-week deadline to release key documents relating to Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan and other governance issues in its latest critique of football’s world gover…

O'Sullivan suffers one of most embarrassing defeats of his career at NI Open

Ronnie O'Sullivan suffered one of the most embarrassing defeats of his career as he crashed out in the opening round of the Northern Ireland Open in Belfast.

Uefa gives Infantino two-week deadline to release key documents

Uefa's letter contained 42 questions, covering Fifa's failed private investment proposals, its Peace Prize and the fallout from Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card.

Leicester to visit Oxford City in FA Cup first round - full draw

Leicester City will travel to National League North side Oxford City in the 2026-27 FA Cup first round - five years after winning the competition.

Sage under increasing pressure at Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace have no immediate plans to change their manager - but Pierre Sage is under increasing pressure following their 5-0 thrashing at Brighton on Sunday. 

Spurs on brink of first PL win as Davies extends lead vs Coventry LIVE!

Clarke not bothered about Billam-Smith's amateur fight heartache

Cheavon Clarke insists he does not care about the amateur fight that Chris Billam-Smith finds "hard to watch".

Sarina stays, the Golden Goggles & Van de Donk's flying form

Is London City's Daniëlle van de Donk the unsung hero of the WSL season so far?

Will that do? Lamine Yamal conjures another magical spell as Barça pass first test | Sid Lowe

The 19-year-old scored a cracker in Seville, days after his ‘almost rabona’ at Galatasaray, as La Liga leaders beat Real BetisWhen at last it was time for Lamine Yamal to leave, the 19-year-old’s number going up before the 90th minute for only the second time since the opening day, Real Betis fan…

Australia strike late on rain-hit second day against South Africa

Scott Boland has taken four of South Africa's five wickets to fall, including that of Ryan Rickelton late on another rain-hit day in Gqeberha, as Australia reduced their hosts to 97-5 in the second Test.

The 7ft British star chasing an NBA dream with the Boston Celtics

As a new NBA season begins, Great Britain's Amari Williams is hoping to emulate two of his Boston Celtics team-mates and secure a lasting NBA career.

Guehi among players not to take knee - is it time to 'move campaign along'?

Premier League clubs took the knee for the first time this season, but six players chose to remain standing.

Araujo the stopgap solution fixing Liverpool's problems

Ronald Araujo has impressed since arriving at Liverpool from Barcelona. Could he prove a longer-term solution?

'King of the Monsters!' - Haas reveal special US GP car livery

Brentford contact police after rugby ball kicked into stadium during game

Brentford say they are working with the police following a "dangerous" incident in which a rugby ball was kicked from a height towards the pitch during their Premier League game with Liverpool.

Houdini act in Venice leaves Massimiliano Allegri searching for an escape at Napoli | Nicky Bandini

Manager’s latest setback exposed growing doubts about his squad and his approach as Davide Nicola began his Venezia tenure with a remarkable win“I’ll love you even if you win,” promised the Venezia supporter’s banner. More gallows humour from a fanbase that proved long ago that its relationship w…

Wolff braced for 'full-on fight' amid Verstappen resurgence

Toto Wolff believes in-form Red Bull will be a central part of the "full-on fight" he is expecting at the front of the Formula 1 field into 2027.

Celtic winger Jota back stronger after wrestling 'demons' during injury lay-off

Celtic winger Jota says he has found extra gratitude and strength after wrestling with his "demons" during an 18-month lay-off.