In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week
A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.
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Australia plan Indigenous team for ‘very special game’ against Lions
Tour slot vacant after Melbourne Rebels demise‘We have some great talent with First Nations heritage’The British and Irish Lions could face a team with Indigenous and Pacific heritage during their 2025 tour, according to the chief executive of Rugby Australia. Phil Waugh said discussions were under way with the Lions for the match to fill the gap in the …
Mixon scores three touchdowns as Texans beat Cowboys
Watch highlights as Joe Mixon rushes for 109 yards and three touchdowns to help the Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-10.
Honduras slapped with final punishment decision after Mexico coach hit by beer can and left with blood pouring down face
Stick or twist? Dream Team bosses torn over popular defenders amid Manchester City blip
Snooker legend Steve Davis says star who was caught up in match-fixing scandal ‘deserves second chance’
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Wiegman ‘concerned’ with Kelly’s lack of Manchester City game time
England forward has only one WSL start this seasonLauren Hemp and Ella Toone miss out due to injury Sarina Wiegman said Chloe Kelly’s lack of action for Manchester City was concerning after including the forward in the England squad to play friendlies against USA and Switzerland.Last month, the manager said the scorer of England’s extra-time winner in …
David Squires on … his favourite characters after 10 years at the Guardian drawing board
Our cartoonist celebrates a special anniversary with old friends to entertain us in the international breakBuy your own copy of this cartoon from our Print ShopDavid’s new book, Chaos in the Box: order it now Continue reading...
The Breakdown | Global rugby revolution? More like Mickey Mouse leagues for the gullible
Numerous innovative goldrush proposals have fallen away over the years after coming into contact with realityThe breathless headlines looked exciting. “Global rebel league” and “Rugby revolution” are certainly catchy and guaranteed to attract clicks. As with the Kerry Packer cricket circus in the 1970s and the more recent LIV golf saga, sport’s …
England without injured James, Toone and Hemp for USA friendly
England Women will be without injured trio Lauren James, Ella Toone and Lauren Hemp when they face Emma Hayes' USA side at Wembley on November 30.
Michael O’Neill believes Northern Ireland are moving in the right direction
O’Neill’s young side earned promotion out of League C of the Nations League as Group 3 winners.
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Patrick Vieira lands new manager job but set for awkward reunion with former team-mate he found ‘difficult to work with’
Luke Littler, 17, accepts historic challenge and is given just 13 months to set record
Erik ten Hag spotted back in Manchester weeks after Man Utd sacking as he and wife Bianca head out for dinner
Is this real’ say fans as Ryan Garcia announces exhibition fight with ‘Demolition Man’ despite ban from licensed boxing
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Science of the half-time team talk explained
Carlo Ancelotti has won the Champions League five times as a coach, more than anyone else, but he is still willing to learn. He recently spent over seven hours with a boutique sports communication company talking him through the science of the half-time team talk.
Federer pays emotional tribute to 'epic' Nadal
Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal "challenged me in ways no one else could" as he paid tribute to his former long-time rival ahead of his retirement this month.
Rogers signs new Aston Villa contract until 2030
Aston Villa and England attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers extends his contract with the Midlands club until 2030.