Author: WTX Sports Team

Liverpool are chasing four trophies this season and are looking to lift their first on Sunday when they play Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final – but how much will the Reds be weakened by injuries? BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton raised concerns about Liverpool’s injury situation, noting that the team that beat Luton on Wednesday had five changes from the side that beat Chelsea on 31 January. With doubts over the fitness of key players, including Mohamed Salah, Sutton questioned whether Liverpool’s big guns will be ready for the final showdown. In contrast, Chelsea managed to hold Manchester…

The Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles are set to kick off the 2024 NFL season with a bang as they face off in a highly anticipated game in Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 6th. This rare Friday night matchup is sure to draw in football fans from around the world as they witness two powerhouse teams go head to head in an international setting. The Packers, led by star quarterback Aaron Rodgers, will be looking to start the season off on the right foot and make a statement against the Eagles. On the other side, the Eagles, with their…

Pep Guardiola tells Real Madrid president to ‘fix’ problem after Man City draw Pep Guardiola urged Real Madrid to ‘fix’ the state of their pitch at the Santiago Bernabeu after Manchester City’s 3-3 draw in the Champions League on Tuesday evening. In a thrilling quarter-final first leg in the Spanish capital, Bernardo Silva opened the scoring after just two minutes with a display of quick-thinking from a free kick which outfoxed Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin. Madrid were level 10 minutes later as Eduardo Camavinga’s effort deflected off Ruben Dias and then went ahead as Rodrygo’s effort squirmed past City goalkeeper…

Harry Kane backs Bukayo Saka over Arsenal penalty claim vs Bayern Munich Harry Kane admitted Arsenal and Bukayo Saka had strong grounds for a penalty in their 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Tuesday evening. Arsenal and Saka were furious at the final whistle after Swedish referee Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg did not award a penalty after the winger collided with Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. Saka was restrained after he confronted Nyberg, while both Martin Keown and Rio Ferdinand felt Arsenal should have been given a penalty during their post-match analysis for TNT Sports. Kane, meanwhile,…

Mikel Arteta admits Ben White miss for Arsenal was ‘critical’ in Bayern Munich draw Mikel Arteta was left to rue a ‘critical’ miss from Ben White in Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Tuesday night. Leandro Trossard’s equaliser with 14 minutes remaining earned a draw for the Gunners, who took the lead in the first half through Bukayo Saka before going behind following Serge Gnabry’s goal and Harry Kane’s penalty. Saka was also furious at the full-time whistle after he was denied a penalty following a collision with Manuel Neuer inside Bayern’s area which was…

Rachel Daly, England international and Aston Villa forward, has announced her retirement from international football. Daly, 32, has 84 caps and was part of the Lioness squad that won Euro 2022. 

Manchester City are heading to Santiago Bernabeu where they’ll face a Real Madrid out for revenge following last season’s humbling. 

Coventry City manager Mark Robins is basking in the glory of his team’s stunning victory over Wolves in the FA Cup quarter-finals. The Sky Blues secured a spot in the semi-finals after scoring two stoppage-time goals to seal a dramatic 2-1 win.

UConn Huskies Defeat Purdue in Thrilling Matchup In a highly anticipated matchup, the UConn Huskies emerged victorious over the Purdue Boilermakers in a thrilling game that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The game was a battle of the big men, with UConn’s Donovan Clingan facing off against Purdue’s Zach Edey in the paint. Despite Edey’s dominance in the paint, the Huskies made a strategic decision to leave Clingan to defend him one-on-one, refusing to give help defense. This decision paid off as Clingan held his own against the massive center, showcasing his defensive skills and tenacity. The…

In a surprising move, Tomas Hertl, a longtime San Jose Sharks player, made his debut for the Vegas Golden Knights after being traded last month. The trade, which sent Hertl and draft picks to Vegas in exchange for prospect David Edstrom and a first-round pick, left Sharks fans in shock as they watched their beloved centerman don a new jersey. Despite the initial shock, Sharks general manager Mike Grier defended the trade, stating that he believed it was the best move for the team at the time. The trade not only provided the Sharks with financial flexibility but also the…

England’s second 2025 Women’s European Championships qualifiers match kicks off tonight, with the Lionesses facing the Republic of Ireland at the famous Aviva stadium.

Security is to be stepped up at Champions League games after a media outlet supporting Islamic State group published threats against venues.

This Tuesday sees some important football fixtures including the Champions League quarter-finals – with two English clubs in the running and the Lionesses face Ireland in the latest Euro 2025 qualifying match. 

Plans to increase football squad sizes from 23 to 26 are being considered for this summer’s European Championship in Germany. Talks have begun following conversations with coaches as the football calendar remains congested and there have been fears over injuries.

Bayern Munich make decision over sacking Thomas Tuchel before Arsenal showdown Bayern Munich have no plans to sack Thomas Tuchel ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League showdown against Arsenal despite Saturday’s humiliating defeat against Heidenheim. The former Chelsea manager surrendered the Bundesliga title to Bayer Leverkusen last week after a demoralising home defeat against Borussia Dortmund. Worse was to follow this afternoon, however, as the soon to be deposed champions threw away a 2-0 lead and in the process lost to a Bundesliga side enjoying their maiden top flight season for the first time in 24 years. Tuchel announced his intention…

Premier League hand Everton new two-point deduction over PSR breach Everton have been handed a new two-point deduction by the Premier League for breaking profitability and sustainability rules (PSR). It is the second punishment the Toffees have faced this season, having already been hit with a six-point deduction, which dropped from 10 after an appeal. Fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest were also hit with a points deduction for breaking PSR rules this term while Championship club Leicester City have been charged too. Sean Dyche’s have dropped one spot in table to 16th – two points above the relegation zone…

Seven games to go: The fixtures that will decide the title race for Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City The Premier League title race remains finely poised after the weekend’s latest round of matches, with just one point now separating Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City. Liverpool’s profligate draw at Old Trafford has allowed Arsenal to claim top spot after their own 3-0 victory at Brighton – a result which bumps up their healthy goal difference even more – while City are breathing down their necks after coming from behind against Crystal Palace. With just seven games left of the season, there…

Rafael Nadal reveals mental health struggles as injury delays retirement Rafael Nadal admits he is struggling with his mental health as his abdominal injury continues to derail his plans for a farewell tour before retirement. The Spanish tennis legend, who turns 38 in June, has spoken openly about hanging up his racket and 2024 was set to be his final season in the sport. Nadal has massively struggled to keep fit, though, and has been unable to feature in a competitive match since the Brisbane International back in January. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, one of the best and most…

Graham Potter turns down Ajax job amid Manchester United links Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter has turned down an approach from Ajax over taking charge of the Dutch giants. The four-time European Cup winners have suffered their worst campaign in living memory this term. A 6-0 defeat to rivals Feyenoord on Sunday was the lowest point of the campaign, leaving Ajax in sixth in the table. The club are already planning for next season, with the appointment of a permanent manager a priority.

Carlos Sainz boldly predicts when Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 dominance will end Max Verstappen and Red Bull won’t have an advantage over the rest of the Formula 1 grid for too many more races, Carlos Sainz has boldly predicted. However, the Ferrari star has warned that by the time they catch up, the championship battle may already done and dusted. After retiring in Australia, Verstappen was back to winning ways in Japan on Sunday, cruising to victory from pole with teammate Sergio Perez second and Sainz third. After four races, his lead in the championship stands at 13 points while…

Lionel Messi labelled ‘possessed dwarf’ by rival assistant coach in leaked audio clip The assistant coach of Mexican team Monterrey has apologised after leaked audio revealed he called Lionel Messi a ‘possessed dwarf’. Messi made a scoring return from injury on Saturday as Inter Miami were held to a 2-2 home draw by Colorado Rapids. However, his comeback was overshadowed by the controversy that embroiled him after Miami’s 2-1 midweek loss against Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup. Despite not being fit for the game, Messi – along with Miami coach Tata Martino and several other key players – were…

Lioness Captain Leah Williamson is to make her first England appearance in a year in Tuesday’s Euro 2025 qualifier against the Republic of Ireland, manager Sarina Wiegman confirmed.

Mirror Sport – Man Utd 2-2 Liverpool: Theatre of screams The back page leads on the weekend’s Premier League action – as Liverpool drew with Manchester United, ultimately dropping two points that they should have claimed – and a return to the top of the table. Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City sit at the top of the table with Arsenal at the top, Liverpool in second (on goal difference) and Manchester City only one point behind. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was not happy with the Reds after their draw – Liverpool had been the much better side and had 28…

Star Sport – Man Utd 2-2 Liverpool: I’m sorry guys! Liverpool drops points in title race The back page leads on the weekend’s Premier League action – as Liverpool drew with Manchester United, ultimately dropping two points that they should have claimed – and a return to the top of the table. Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City sit at the top of the table with Arsenal at the top, Liverpool in second (on goal difference) and Manchester City only one point behind. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was not happy with the Reds after their draw – Liverpool had been the…

Sun Sport – Klopp brought down to Earth The back page leads on the weekend’s Premier League action – as Liverpool drew with Manchester United, ultimately dropping two points that they should have claimed – and a return to the top of the table. Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City sit at the top of the table with Arsenal at the top, Liverpool in second (on goal difference) and Manchester City only one point behind. Liverpool boss Jurgun Klopp was not happy with the Reds after their draw – Liverpool had been the much better side and had 28 shots compared…