World snooker championship disrupted by Just Stop Oil protesters in Sheffield The Guardian says The World Snooker Championship is the latest high-profile sporting event to be disrupted by protesters after a Just Stop Oil activist poured a packet of orange powder paint over a table on Monday evening, forcing a 24-hour suspension in the match between Robert Milkins and Joe Perry. Milkins was 11-0 up in the early stages of the opening frame when a…
Barcelona director of football sends clear message to Chelsea over Gavi pursuit The Metro says Barcelona director of football Mateu Alemany is adamant Gavi will not be leaving Camp Nou for Chelsea this summer and has allayed fears over his contract situation. The 18-year-old has established himself as a key part of Barca’s side despite his tender years, while he has already racked up 19 caps for Spain. However, a contract issue means Barcelona could…
Chelsea star ‘disillusioned’ after being singled out by Todd Boehly in dressing room speech The Metro says Todd Boehly singled out one of his underperforming Chelsea signings during an intense speech following the side’s 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton on Saturday, according to reports. The American made a beeline for the changing room after the loss – which is Chelsea’s third in a row under interim boss Frank Lampard – and was not seen…
William Saliba set to miss Arsenal’s clash with Manchester City but Oleksandr Zinchenko returns The Metro says Arsenal are confident Oleksandr Zinchenko will be back to face Southampton on Friday night, though there are fears William Saliba will still be sidelined for the trip to face Manchester City. The Gunners slipped up in the Premier League title race on Sunday despite taking a two-goal lead at the London Stadium after just 10 minutes, with goals…
Hossein Vafaei stokes Ronnie O’Sullivan rivalry: ‘He’s a nice person when he’s sleeping’ The Metro says Hossein Vafaei has set-up a blockbuster clash with Ronnie O’Sullivan at the World Snooker Championship and spiced it up as well as possible by aiming digs at the Rocket beforehand. The Iranian played brilliantly to beat Ding Junhui 10-6 in his opening contest at the Crucible and that books his place alongside the defending champion in the last 16.…
The i Sport – ‘Arsenal concede huge advantage’ The i’s sport page also leads with the “Hammer blow” line, quoting Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who said his players were “too nice” after letting slip a two-goal lead at the London Stadium. Bukayo Saka missed a second-half penalty before the Hammers’ equaliser to leave Arsenal just four points ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand. Arsenal play City at the Etihad on 26…
Star Sport – ‘Gun to the dogs’ Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has demanded his players become “killers” again after dropping further points in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at West Ham, according to the Star. There is also a report on Manchester United match-winner Antony, saying the Brazilian is a “cut above”, after his goal and an assist in their 2-0 win at Nottingham Forest.
Times Sport – ‘Chelsea’s meeting with Nagelsmann’ The Times reports that Chelsea have held talks with former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann as they look to narrow the shortlist for Graham Potter’s long-term replacement at Stamford Bridge. There is also a story on how “disappointed” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta blamed his “sloppy” players for Sunday’s 2-2 draw at West Ham.
Guardian Sport – ‘Title Hammer blow’ The Guardian reports that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has queried his players’ mentality after their “collapse” at the London Stadium – letting a two-goal lead slip, just as they did at Anfield in their previous game, to draw 2-2 for the second successive Premier League match. There is also a story on Jurgen Klopp, who is apparently “not angry with Liverpool over transfers”.
Liverpool want to sign Ryan Gravenberch from Bayern Munich Liverpool have reportedly made an initial approach for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch as Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp looks to bolster his midfield options in the upcoming summer transfer window. Mason Mount remains a top priority target for Liverpool, who will have just one year left on his Chelsea contract by the end of this season. Mount remains a top priority for The Reds but the…
Arsenal still in race for Premier League title despite nervy performance Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard remains optimistic despite the team twice giving away two-goal leads in a week, causing some fans and pundits to write off their chances of winning the Premier League. In Sunday’s game against West Ham, Gabriel Jesus and Martin Odegaard quickly put Arsenal in the lead, but poor play from Thomas Partey and Gabriel allowed West Ham to draw level. It…
Arsenal match ‘is a final’ for Man City – Pep Guardiola Manchester City are closely pursuing Arsenal after a 3-1 win over Leicester City on Saturday brought the defending champions to just three points behind the Premier League leaders. The next three games will be crucial for City, as they look to complete a treble of trophies. They have a healthy 3-0 advantage over Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final and face Championship side…
Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez injury does not ‘look good’ Lisandro Martinez’s injury during the Europa League quarter-final against Sevilla “does not look that great,” according to Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag. United was reduced to ten men when the defender was helped off the pitch after sustaining an injury, and the home team conceded a 92nd-minute equaliser, resulting in a draw. Martinez’s injury is likely to keep him out of the return leg next…
Sadio Mane alleged punch on Leroy Sane a ‘heavy incident’ – Thomas Tuchel Bayern Munich manager, Thomas Tuchel, has stated that the club will not condone the “heavy incident” that allegedly occurred after their 3-0 Champions League defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday. Reports claim that Bayern forward, Sadio Mane, punched his teammate, Leroy Sane, in the face, leading to the Senegal international’s suspension from the squad ahead of their Bundesliga match against Hoffenheim. Boss…
Novak Djokovic booed and smashes racket in shock exit at Monte-Carlo Masters Novak Djokovic suffered a surprise defeat to Lorenzo Musetti at the Monte Carlo Masters on Thursday, ending his 32-match win streak against players ranked outside the top 20. The world number one and top seed claimed the first set but eventually lost 4-6 7-5 6-4 to the Italian, who is ranked 21st in the world. Djokovic was jeered by some spectators in MonteCarlo…
Telegraph Sport – ‘Maguire misery’ The Telegraph’s back page features a large image of Man U defender Harry Maguire after he scored an own goal. Man U were winning 2-0 against Sevilla, until two late own goals from Man Utd players. The back page also features the news that the assistant ref who elbowed Liverpool’s Andy Robertson will not face punishment from the FA. The case was closed after the assistant referee apologised to Robertson.
Express Sport – ‘Double trouble’ The Express leads on the “double trouble” as Marcel Sabitzer’s brace was wiped out when Tyrell Malacia and substitute Harry Maguire put into their own net. What a bizarre finish it was for Manchester United as they blew a 2-0 lead, conceding two late own goals, to draw the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final at home to six-time winners Sevilla. United also finished the match with 10 men…
Star Sport – ‘Sabotaged’ The Star brands Manchester United “sloppy” after throwing away the lead granted to them by Marcel Sabitzer’s two goals at home to Sevilla. The back page also flags Danny Ings’ first European goal as West Ham draw the first leg of their Europa Conference League quarter-final at Belgian side Gent. And there is a report that Bayern Munich’s former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane was “grieving the death of a close family…
Mail Sport – ‘Nightmare!’ The Mail also focuses on Manchester United’s implosion against Sevilla and the “injury woe” for Lisandro Martinez. There is also a report on the Football Association’s decision to clear assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis for his apparent “elbow” on Liverpool defender Andy Robertson, while columnist Ian Ladyman says new signings will be key to Liverpool keeping manager Jurgen Klopp.
Telegraph Sport – ‘Boehly’s 3-0 brag backfires’ Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory at home to Frank Lampard’s Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final dominates today’s back pages. The Telegraph says Todd Boehly had arrogantly predicted a 3-0 win for Chelsea but that was as deluded as buying a club for £2.5billion, spending more than £600million on players and not even signing a centre-forward. Instead of the smugness of his expected victory Chelsea’s…
Express Sport – ‘Benzema punishes Blues’ Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory at home to Frank Lampard’s Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final dominates today’s back pages. The Express says Frank Lampard’s Chelsea were left needing a “miracle” at Stamford Bridge in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. There is also an “upbeat” message from Erik ten Hag on Marcus Rashford’s muscle injury, with the Manchester United manager…
Mail Sport – ‘Karim of the crop’ Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory at home to Frank Lampard’s Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final dominates today’s back pages. The Mail highlights Karim Benzema’s 20th goal against English clubs, after the French forward opened the scoring against the Blues. Also on the back page, there is a report that Sadio Mane “punched” Bayern Munich team-mate Leroy Sane in the face following their 3-0 loss…
Guardian Sport – ‘Real trouble’ Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory at home to Frank Lampard’s Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final dominates today’s back pages. The Guardian says Chelsea are facing a Champions League exit following their quarter-final first-leg defeat at Real Madrid. There is also a report on the two unfinished stadiums – Everton’s new Bramley-Moore Dock development and Casement Park in Belfast – included in the UK and Ireland’s bid…
England 0-2 Australia: Lionesses weaknesses exposed – is this a wake-up call? BBC News says There were no celebrations this time as England suffered the unfamiliar feeling of defeat – but with a World Cup looming was this just an untimely defeat or time to be concerned? The end to the Lionesses’ stunning 30-game unbeaten run felt heavy as Australia ran out as comfortable 2-0 winners on Tuesday. “We’re obviously gutted,” said England striker Alessia…
Lionesses tamed as England’s 30-game unbeaten run comes to a crashing halt The Independent says Australia ended England’s 30-game unbeaten streak with a 2-0 friendly victory over the Lionesses in front of 14,489 at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium. The world No 4-ranked Lionesses, who lifted the inaugural women’s Finalissima trophy at Wembley last week, were favourites to beat the 10th-ranked but injury-plagued Matildas. But Sarina Wiegman’s side were behind at the break after Chelsea striker…
