Arsenal have taken a significant step toward ending their long-standing semi-final frustrations under Mikel Arteta, securing a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final. The win at Stamford Bridge puts the Gunners within touching distance of their first major final since lifting the FA Cup in 2020. However,

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Gabon’s football federation has lifted government-imposed measures on the national team, reinstating star players Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bruno Ecuele Manga following the country’s early exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The decision comes after intense scrutiny and controversy over the team’s performance in Morocco, where Gabon failed to secure a win in

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The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026 semifinal stage reaches a fever pitch as host nation Morocco take on Nigeria at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. With both sides boasting attacking firepower and rich footballing histories, this is a clash that could define AFCON 2026. Kick-off: Wednesday at 9:00pm local time (20:00 GMT)Venue:

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Real Madrid has announced the departure of Xabi Alonso as head coach, ending his short-lived tenure at the Spanish giants. The club confirmed the split came “by mutual consent” following a string of disappointing results on and off the pitch. Alonso has been replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa, former Real Madrid right-back and Castilla coach, who

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Manchester United has officially agreed in principle to appoint Michael Carrick as interim head coach for the remainder of the 2025-26 Premier League season, a club source confirmed on Tuesday. The former United midfielder and ex-Middlesbrough manager steps into the role following the sacking of Ruben Amorim earlier this month. Carrick’s first challenge in charge

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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has reaffirmed its decision to not play its T20 World Cup matches in India, citing ongoing security concerns for players, officials, and staff. This announcement follows a recent video conference with the International Cricket Council (ICC), during which the BCB reiterated its request for the ICC to relocate Bangladesh’s fixtures

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Emma Raducanu has secured her first victory of the 2026 season, overcoming Camila Osorio in a rain-interrupted match at the Hobart International. The 23-year-old British star, currently ranked world number 29, had taken the first set 6-3 but fell behind 4-2 in the second before play was suspended due to rain on Tuesday. Returning to

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Northampton Saints have announced that tight-head prop Luke Green has signed a new deal with the Premiership leaders, continuing his progression at the club. The 24-year-old front-row forward joined Saints ahead of the 2025 season after a stint in the United States with San Diego Legion. Since arriving, Green has become an integral part of

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Scarlets Rugby Club have announced the return of Nigel Davies as interim director of rugby until the end of the season, following a restructuring of their back-room staff that saw rugby performance director Leigh Jones leave the Llanelli-based side. The move comes as Scarlets struggle in the United Rugby Championship (URC), sitting at the bottom

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Gloucester Rugby have announced the signing of World Cup-winning South African lock Jean Kleyn ahead of the 2026-27 season, marking a major boost to the Cherry and Whites’ squad. Kleyn joins from Munster Rugby, where he spent a decade playing in the United Rugby Championship (URC), bringing a wealth of experience at the highest levels

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