“Of course, mathematically it’s not, but I think the title is done. Our job between now and the end of the season is to keep pushing until the end, but I think it will be very difficult.”
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Jak Jones upsets Judd Trump in huge World Snooker Championship shock Jak Jones has landed the biggest win of his career by stunning Judd Trump 13-9 at the Crucible to reach the World Snooker Championship semi-finals for the first time. Trump arrived in Sheffield as second favourite to lift the trophy after a superb season which saw him win five ranking titles, but suffered a nightmare three sessions against the Welshman. The world number two…
‘Well done, big man’ – Thierry Henry sends touching message to Jadon Sancho after Borussia Dortmund’s win over PSG Thierry Henry has praised Jadon Sancho for coming back from his mental struggles at Manchester United to produce an exceptional individual performance in Borussia Dortmund’s 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain. Sancho was arguably the standout player on the pitch in Wednesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg at Signal Iduna Park, proving a constant thorn in PSG’s…
Why Karim Benzema has returned to Real Madrid from Saudi Arabia Karim Benzema has returned to Real Madrid from his club Al Ittihad in order to continue his rehabilitation from injury. The Frenchman has missed the Saudi Arabian club’s last two matches, having last appeared on April 20th during the 3-2 win against Al Hazm. The forward joined the Jeddah-based club from Real Madrid in 2023, having won the Ballon d’Or the previous year. But…
Rio Ferdinand asks Manchester United question after Jadon Sancho masterclass in Borussia Dortmund’s win over PSG Rio Ferdinand drooled over Jadon Sancho’s ‘joke’ of a performance after Borussia Dortmund’s 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain, asking why the forward has struggled to hit such heights at Manchester United. Sancho was the standout attacking player on the pitch in Wednesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg at Signal Iduna Park, as Niclas Fullkrug scored the only goal of…
Ange Postecoglou responds to Ben White targeting Guglielmo Vicario during Tottenham defeat to Arsenal Ange Postecoglou has played down the severity of Ben White tampering with Guglielmo Vicario’s gloves during Tottenham’s defeat to Arsenal in the north London derby. Shortly before Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s own goal put Arsenal ahead on Sunday, White was spotted trying to undo the Velcro on Vicario’s glove as Bukayo Saka prepared to take the corner. White then targeted Vicario for Arsenal’s…
Jose Mourinho picks his three favourite teams to win Euro 2024 Jose Mourinho has picked England, Portugal and France as his three favourites to win Euro 2024. After losing to Italy in the final of Euro 2020, England are looking to go one step further by winning their first ever European Championship this summer. Gareth Southgate’s side have been drawn in Group C alongside Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia and their tournament begins on June 16.…
Dortmund welcome PSG to Germany for the first leg of their semi-final matches tonight. The second leg takes place on Tuesday 7 May.
Who is Ronnie O’Sullivan’s girlfriend and what is his net worth? Few snooker players are as successful as Ronnie O’Sullivan: the current world number one. West Midlands-born Ronnie, 48, has been playing professional snooker since age 16 and has won won seven World Snooker Championships titles, most recently in 2022. Away from the snooker table, he has co-authored three crime novels, written two autobiographies and even lent his name to a number of video games.…
Why Steve Smith was left out of Australia’s T20 World Cup squad Selector George Bailey has explained why Steve Smith has been left out of Australia’s 15-man T20 World Cup squad. Australia named their provisional squad for the tournament on Wednesday but there was no place for star batter Smith. Teams have until May 25 to update their squads but it appears unlikely that Smith, 34, will be offered a reprieve. ‘I think his best…
‘Just a tussle’ – Audio from VAR decisions that enraged Nottingham Forest released Howard Webb, head of Premier League referees, says Nottingham Forest should have been awarded a penalty in their controversial game against Everton earlier this month. Forest were furious to see three claims for penalties turned away at Goodison Park on 21 April, all involving Ashley Young. A challenge on Gio Reyna, a handball and a tackle on Callum Hudson-Odoi were all dismissed…
Rafael Nadal’s wife and sister in tears after his final match in Spain Rafael Nadal’s wife and sister were in floods of tears after watching the tennis legend play his final match in Spain at the Madrid Open on Tuesday. Nadal has spoken openly about his plans for retirement on numerous occasions and is using the 2024 season as a farewell tour before he hangs up his racket. The 37-year-old, one of the most iconic…
F1 design genius Adrian Newey to leave Red Bull in wake of Christian Horner scandal Adrian Newey has announced he is leaving Red Bull after 18 years with the Formula 1 team amid the Christian Horner scandal. Chief technical officer Newey is largely considered the greatest car designer in the sport’s history and has been pivotal to Red Bull’s success since they entered the sport nearly two decades ago. However, despite continued dominance this season,…
What Jude Bellingham said to Harry Kane before Bayern Munich penalty against Real Madrid revealed Harry Kane has lifted the lid on what Jude Bellingham said to him before his penalty in Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw with Real Madrid in the Champions League. Vinicius Junior converted an 83rd-minute spot-kick to complete his double and set up what promises to be an intriguing semi-final second leg at the Bernabeu in a week’s time. The Brazil forward…
Thomas Muller says moment his Bayern teammate ‘hunted Arsenal star like a dog’ helped change their season Thomas Muller believes Bayern Munich’s victory over Arsenal – and the job his teammate Konrad Laimer did on Martin Odegaard in that game – has helped the side reach new levels in recent weeks. While enduring a woeful domestic campaign that saw them surrender the Bundesliga title to Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern are now just 90 minutes away from…
The Champions League semi-finals start this week and the first match of the first-leg encounters sees Bayern Munich welcome Real Madrid to Germany.
Graeme Souness believes Mohamed Salah made secret deal with Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp Graeme Souness suspects Mohamed Salah made a deal with Liverpool last summer agreeing to stay at Anfield for one more year before leaving at the end of the season. Salah, who has scored 210 goals in 346 games for Liverpool, was involved in a spat with Reds boss Jurgen Klopp during Saturday’s 2-2 draw with West Ham. The incident has sparked fresh…
Erik ten Hag’s stance as he’s offered possible escape route out of Manchester United Erik ten Hag is set to be handed a possible escape route out of Manchester United as Ajax eye up a stunning swoop for their former manager in the summer. The 54-year-old finds himself under intense pressure after an immensely disappointing campaign for United in both the Champions League and Premier League, with the club stranded down in sixth – 13…
Manchester United open to selling all but three first-team players this summer Manchester United are open to selling all but three first-team players this summer, according to reports. United face a summer of upheaval with Erik ten Hag’s future as manager already in doubt, while Anthony Martial and Raphael Varane are expected to leave Old Trafford as free agents. The club’s finances are also set to take a significant hit as Ten Hag’s side are…
Anthony Joshua confirms next fight date at Wembley and names four possible opponents Anthony Joshua has revealed his next fight will take place in September at Wembley Stadium in London. The two-time heavyweight champion racked up four wins in less than 12 months against Jermaine Franklin, Robert Helenius, Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou, back to his devastating best after knocking out the former UFC champion in March. After two fights in Saudi Arabia, the 34-year-old…
Thomas Tuchel has ‘authority’ and ‘pedigree’ to manage Manchester United, claims Peter Schmeichel Peter Schmeichel says Thomas Tuchel ‘projects an authority’ and has the ‘kind of pedigree’ to manage Manchester United if the club were to sack Erik ten Hag at the end of the season. Ten Hag finds himself under intense pressure at Old Trafford and United’s 1-1 draw at home to Premier League strugglers Burnley did little to help the Dutchman’s cause, a…
Arsenal star David Raya says he will ‘learn’ from mistake against Tottenham Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has vowed to ‘learn from his mistakes’ after his moment of madness allowed Spurs back into this weekend’s north London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Gunners held an imperious three-goal lead over their bitter rivals at the halfway stage as Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz both found the target following Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s own goal in the 15th…
Thiago Silva issues promise to Chelsea fans after announcing he is leaving Thiago Silva has confirmed he is leaving Chelsea at the end of the season but has vowed to return to Stamford Bridge ‘one day’ in an emotional message to supporters. The 39-year-old’s contract with Chelsea expires at the end of the campaign and is understood to have reached a verbal agreement to return to his boyhood club Fluminense this summer. The Brazilian defender…
Pep Guardiola makes Arsenal prediction after Man City beat Nottingham Forest Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has backed Arsenal to win all of their remaining Premier League fixtures this season. Mikel Arteta’s side kept their momentum at the top of the Premier League with a 3-2 victory over Tottenham in the north London derby on Sunday afternoon. City, meanwhile, are just a point behind Arsenal following their 2-0 win away to Nottingham Forest on Sunday,…
Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp bust-up caused by half-hearted handshake The touchline row between Jurgen Klopp and Mohamed Salah during Liverpool’s draw with West Ham on Saturday was caused by the winger snubbing his manager’s handshake, according to reports. Salah started the match on the bench and was not called to be brought on until the last 15 minutes of the game, along with Darwin Nunez and Joe Gomez. The Egyptian appeared to be angry…