Real Betis have experienced some travel troubles ahead of kick-off

Newcastle are understood to have paid significant compensation – reportedly in excess of £9million – to secure the German’s services

German officially announced as Howe’s successor‘This an incredibly compelling place to be’Matthias Jaissle has described Newcastle “as an incredibly compelling place to be” after finally formalising his managerial move from Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli.The 38-year-old German has been with his new players at their training camp in La Manga, southern …

In this exclusive book extract, Melissa Reddy documents the Egyptian King’s sacrifice and dedication to make his vision a realityThe entrance to Al Mokawloon Al Arab’s youth sector feels imposing. At first it is confusing to pinpoint the reason. Is it the facade; a mesh of thick concrete slabs, a marble-like trim that alters in colour depending on the …

Jaissle's appointment comes amid a summer of upheaval at Newcastle, with Howe's five-year spell in charge coming to an end along with the departures of several star names.

Real Madrid are believed to be increasingly confident of keeping Brazilian superstar Vinicius Junior at the Bernabeu after offering him improved terms.  

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Trent Rockets went top of The Hundred women's table after a fourth win on the bounce against Birmingham Phoenix at Trent Bridge that all but assures them a spot in the latter stages of the tournament.

Newcastle have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach following Eddie Howe's exit.

Sophia Dunkley spearheads an assured batting performance with 65 runs for Trent Rockets, who comfortably defeat Birmingham Phoenix by six wickets in The Hundred to move to the top of the table.

Jos Buttler becomes the all-time leading run scorer in T20 cricket, hitting an explosive 51 off 20 balls to give Manchester Super Giants a nine-wicket win over Welsh Fire to move up to third in the Men's Hundred table.

After the withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financial backing earlier this year, LIV Golf says it has secured a deal with an unnamed lead investor to continue next season.

Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu.

A welcome sight for Tottenham supporters

Gunners unchanged as they aim to build on Girona thrashing in Dublin

Marlen Reusser retains a slim lead in the overall standings but last year’s winner Pauline Ferrand-Prevot has now shipped five minutes

Australian officials touring clubs to gauge moodWigan and Warrington set date for Dublin clashNRL officials have arrived in ­England to hold talks with clubs as the prospect of a groundbreaking deal with Super League nears completion, while two of the competition’s heavyweights, Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves, confirmed they will lead an on-the-road …

Three outstanding riders in race broke clear of pelotonPadding row intensifies after footage of male inspectionPauline Ferrand-Prévot’s defence of her Tour de France Femmes title unravelled among the Beaujolais vineyards as the French rider lost even more ground to rivals Demi Vollering, Marlen Reusser and Kasia Niewiadoma.The three outstanding riders in …

LIV chief refuses to disclose new funders’ identitiesScott O’Neil hopes DeChambeau and Rahm will stayLIV Golf has secured a “lead investor” to safeguard its existence until 2030, although the agreement is unlikely to prevent a batch of high-profile players departing by the end of this year.Scott O’Neil, LIV’s chief executive, announced basic …

Carlos Alcaraz will not defend his title in Cincinnati as he continues his injury hiatus.