Author: WTX Sports Team

The Sports Team is responsible for delivering your Sports Brief. Weekly roundup to cover all things Football, Cricket, Tennis Formula 1, Boxing and Olympics and more.

BARÇA EMBRACES THE LEAGUE Barcelona have all but secured the La Liga title after a thrilling 4–3 comeback victory over Real Madrid, with Flick’s side overturning a 0–2 deficit thanks to a stunning four-goal burst in just 26 minutes; meanwhile, Mbappé netted a hat-trick to become the league’s top scorer.

Read More

Fans boo Trent – Anfield turns on Madrid-bound star for leaving Reds on a free Daily Mail says Scottish player Andy Robertson has said he will not tell Liverpool fans how to feel after “Real Madrid-bound Trent Alexander-Arnold was booed at Anfield yesterday.” Left-back Robertson said: ‘There is a lot of emotion around it and it’s crucial in these moments that I don’t tell you how to feel and you don’t tell me how to feel…

Read More

Boos for Alexander-Arnold … but Slot will still pick him The Guardian says Arne Slot insisted he would not take Trent Alexander-Arnold out of the “firing line in Liverpool’s final two games of the season despite the defender’s brutal reception at Anfield.” Alexander-Arnold was booed before, during and after his substitute appearance against Arsenal hay having announced he will leave Liverpool on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of the season. 

Read More

Trent booed by Liverpool fans Daily Telegraph reports despite the jeers from “fans” Liverpool boss Arne Slot has said he will stick with the full-back for the final two fixtures of the season. The paper says there were also cheers and applause for Trent Alexander Arnold but those were “largely drowned out by the negative reaction” from fans who had the first chance to “voice their feelings about his decision to leave Liverpool for Real Madrid…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Liverpool vs Arsenal: Mikel Arteta rails against ‘unacceptable’ performance Mikel Arteta condemned Arsenal’s first-half performance against Liverpool as "unacceptable," despite the team coming back to draw 2-2 after being 2-0 down. The Gunners’ recent Champions League exit added to the pressure, with Arteta emphasising the need for higher standards and accountability within the squad. Arsenal remains second in the league, with crucial matches against Newcastle United and Southampton ahead as they vie…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal Final Score Arsenal paid tribute to Liverpool with a guard of honour, acknowledging their Premier League title triumph. The Gunners showcased their resilience by equalising after trailing 2-0, demonstrating their competitive spirit. The match highlighted Arsenal’s status as the only team to seriously challenge Liverpool during their title-winning campaign. Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal (11 May, 2025) Final Score Arsenal honour Liverpool but hit back to earn a pointArsenal gave Liverpool…

Read More

Cliff Notes – India second-best in ODI finals, Mandhana’s first hundred in Sri Lanka India has secured the second-most wins in women’s ODI finals, trailing only Australia, who have eight victories from 11 finals played. The team’s total of 342 for 7 in the ODI tri-series final is the highest ever recorded in women’s ODIs in Sri Lanka, surpassing their previous record of 337 for 9. Smriti Mandhana’s 11 ODI centuries rank third among women,…

Read More
Where Wolff thinks Antonelli must improve during rookie F1 campaign F1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli Set for Improvement as Mercedes Rookie Gains Early Speed Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s debut Formula 1 season has thus far instilled confidence in Mercedes regarding his raw speed and potential. However, team principal Toto Wolff believes both he and Antonelli must focus on enhancing race pace as the campaign progresses. Wolff – Areas for Improvement Despite impressing with his one-lap performance—including a pole position at the Miami Grand Prix—Antonelli’s race pace has left…

Read More

Premier League fixtures this Sunday 11/05 – the season may be wrapped up already, with Liverpool already Champions and the relegation battle put to bed, but there are still a few more weeks of this highly boring season to get through. Premier League fixturesKick-offWhere to watch the EPL?Newcastle vs Chelsea12:00TNT Sports 1Man Utd vs West Ham 14:15Notts Forest vs Leicester City 14:15Spurs vs Crystal Palace 14:15Sky SportsLiverpool vs Arsenal 16:30Sky Sports

Read More

Cliff Notes – Barcelona Real Madrid Why this is biggest Clásico in years The upcoming El Clásico is pivotal, with Barcelona and Real Madrid as the only teams vying for the LaLiga title, making it one of the most significant encounters in recent years. Barcelona holds a four-point lead and aims to secure the title, while Real Madrid faces a potential season without silverware, intensifying the stakes for both clubs. Historical precedents highlight the rarity…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Virat Kohli tells BCCI he wants to retire from Test cricket Virat Kohli has expressed his intention to retire from Test cricket to the BCCI, following discussions over the past month, ahead of the upcoming series in England. Kohli’s recent performance has been underwhelming, with an average of 32.56 over the last 24 months, despite a career total of 9,230 runs in 123 Tests. With Rohit Sharma’s retirement and key players absent,…

Read More

Cliff Notes – BCCI aiming to resume IPL 2025 in May following ceasefire The BCCI is set to discuss the resumption of IPL 2025 after a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, with a potential restart as early as May 15, pending government approval. All ten franchises are working to recall overseas players and coaching staff, many of whom left India amid escalating tensions that led to the suspension of the tournament. With 12 league matches…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah ‘surprised’ by Arne Slot impact Mohamed Salah expressed surprise at the rapid success under new manager Arne Slot, following Jurgen Klopp’s departure. Salah noted significant differences in management style, highlighting Slot’s direct approach and emphasis on competition. Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah ‘surprised’ by Arne Slot impact Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has admitted the impact of Arne Slot at the club following Jurgen Klopp’s exit surprised him.Klopp left Liverpool at the…

Read More
The team’s 10 most important moments in F1 F1

Sauber Celebrates a Milestone in Formula 1 History with 600th Grand Prix Sauber will commemorate a significant milestone in its rich history as it reaches 600 races in Formula 1 during the upcoming weekend in Imola. This record includes the years when the team operated under the Alfa Romeo banner between 2019 and 2023. Over the years, the Hinwil-based outfit has weathered both triumphs and tribulations, narrowly escaping the brink of collapse just a decade…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Exodus from IPL even as IPL prepares Plan B for resumption in May Exodus from IPL – as Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad have been shortlisted as potential venues for the remaining IPL 2025 matches if the tournament resumes in May, pending government approval. The BCCI suspended the IPL for a week due to escalating cross-border tensions, with uncertainty surrounding a cut-off date for resumption. Challenges include the return of overseas players, many…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Transfer Rumours News: Man United, City Battle for Tonali Manchester United and Manchester City are both interested in Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, who has been pivotal in Newcastle’s push for a top-five Premier League finish this season. Bayern Munich has initiated negotiations with Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah for a free transfer, amid interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid, complicating the situation for the German club. Transfer Rumours, News: Man United, City…

Read More

The WSL’s final match of the season has already seen Chelsea win the title again – you’ll be able to see them lift the trophy on Sky Sports and Crystal Palace is already confirmed for relegation (after just one season in the WSL). But after last week’s slip-up from Manchester City, both Arsenal and Man United have confirmed their place, along with Chelsea, in next season’s Champions League – whoever wins the match will snag…

Read More

Cliff Notes – MacGill to serve community sentence after conviction over cocaine deal Stuart MacGill has been sentenced to an intensive corrections order of one year and ten months for his involvement in a cocaine deal, which led to his kidnapping. The court found him guilty of supplying an indictable quantity of cocaine, despite being acquitted of large-scale commercial drug supply. Judge Nicole Noman highlighted MacGill’s essential role in facilitating the drug transaction, which resulted…

Read More

Cliff Notes – Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal fans striker is hardest position to fill Mikel Arteta emphasised the challenge of signing a top striker, citing a lack of available options that meet performance criteria. Following Arsenal’s Champions League exit, Arteta acknowledged the need to strengthen the forward line to improve chances of winning silverware next season. Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal fans striker is hardest position to fill Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reiterated his desire…

Read More