Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?

England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories of a commentary more famous than their rivalry.

After 27 consecutive days of action, the schedule is clear

Premier League great is willing to sacrifice is biggest career achievement

Medical has been booked for this week as Michael Carrick lands first summer deal

Donald Trump claimed the United States’ World Cup match against Belgium was “rigged, just like the election was rigged in 2020” if the Americans lost.

A new report has revealed how Premier League clubs lost a combined total of £948m in the 2024-25 season

The tournament has delivered hugely on the pitch, Miguel Delaney writes, but the apparent undermining of sporting integrity leaves major questions

Gordon starred against Mexico, winning the match-winning penalty that was converted by Harry Kane

The United States are out of the World Cup after a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. But after a tournament where they've looked dangerous and creative, why did they capitulate so badly in their biggest game for a generation? Adam Clery looks at the performances, as well as the controversial inclusion of Folarin Balogun, to find out why.

After starting at 48, the 2026 World Cup is down to its last eight teams - how do they stack up against each other?

From Philly’s blockbuster coup to LeBron James once again dominating the market, here are the early winners and losers from a frantic first week of NBA free agencyOnce again, it’s time to pass judgement prematurely. After all, I would have my basketball writer card revoked were I to not evaluate before the dust has fully settled: that’s why they pay me …

England coach Brian McDermott has just one cap for his country – and so do a surprising number of brilliant playersBy No Helmets RequiredBrian McDermott may have just ended as many England careers as he has launched. In picking a pool of 38 players to prepare for the World Cup in October, the new head coach has inadvertently handed a few players unwelcome …

Give or take the odd error, officials have got it right on most occasions, while VAR has helped them when they haven’tThomas Tuchel was critical of the refereeing at the World Cup after England’s win against Mexico, describing it as unreliable, erratic and not good enough. His comments struck me as reverse psychology – the referees have generally been …

Updates from the series decider at Suncorp StadiumAny thoughts? Get in touch with an emailBilly Slater matches with: “It’s been a great prep”.Tactically: “Be confident and go and get your game… Chase your game, go and get it.” Continue reading...

Hundreds of mourners were in attendance as the funeral of Mark Hughes' son Alex took place in Prestbury following his sudden death last month.

The reigning world champions progressed to the quarter-finals in dramatic fashion, with the North African side leading 2-0 until the 79th minute of the clash in Atlanta.

Seven people, none of whom have any practical experience of working in the betting industry, have decreed that the everyday punter may now face invasive and intrusive financial checks if they want to continue enjoying a wager.

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The Three Lions face Norway on Saturday. Two Norway players have already missed matches through illness, while their manager has coughed violently at a press conference.