England scrum-half Raffi Quirke has confirmed he will leave his boyhood club, Sale Sharks, at the end of the 2025–26 season, amid strong links to Newcastle Red Bulls. The 24-year-old, who earned two England caps and famously scored in the 2021 win over South Africa, cited a desire for a new challenge as the driving

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The January transfer window continues to generate intense speculation across the Premier League, with Manchester City preparing an offer for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, Bayern Munich attempting to lure the England international, and other major clubs making moves behind the scenes. Here’s a detailed roundup of the latest transfer gossip and rumors: Manchester City

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Gabon’s government has officially lifted the sanctions it imposed on the national football team, the Gabonese Panthers, and star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang following their disappointing performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The decision marks a dramatic reversal from the measures announced on 1 January by then-Sports Minister Simplice-Desire Mamboula, who

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Former world champion Kyren Wilson has bounced back from a challenging UK Championship to secure a convincing 6-2 victory over China’s Si Jiahui, advancing to the Masters 2026 quarter-finals. In the evening session, two-time champion John Higgins continued his remarkable run with another 6-2 win, defeating Barry Hawkins to set up a last-eight clash with

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US President Donald Trump’s recent international actions — including the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and threats of military operations in Greenland, Mexico, Colombia, and Cuba — have sparked concern about whether the United States’ hosting of major sporting events aligns with principles of international law and sports neutrality. MPs Raise Concerns A cross-party

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Alvaro Arbeloa has been named Real Madrid’s new head coach, a decision that has sparked debate among supporters and pundits alike. With Xabi Alonso dismissed following the Spanish Super Cup loss to Barcelona, the club has opted for continuity over experience — a move that some see as bold and others as risky. Arbeloa: From

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Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will return to the octagon for the first time in more than a year when he faces Joe Pyfer in Seattle on 28 March, a fight that could define the final chapter of one of the most influential careers in modern mixed martial arts. The bout, scheduled for

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Antoine Semenyo and Rayan Cherki were on target as Manchester City seized control of their Carabao Cup semi-final against holders Newcastle United, emerging from a hostile St James’ Park with a vital 2-0 first-leg victory. The result leaves Pep Guardiola’s side firmly in the driving seat ahead of the return leg at the Etihad Stadium

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Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Cam Smith have all confirmed they will remain with LIV Golf, turning down the opportunity to return to the PGA Tour despite a newly created pathway for former members. The trio — all recent major champions — were the only LIV Golf players eligible to rejoin the PGA Tour under

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Olympic champion snowboarder Chloe Kim has confirmed she will be fit to compete at next month’s Winter Olympic Games, easing fears over her participation after suffering a shoulder injury during training. The 25-year-old American dislocated her shoulder last week while preparing in Switzerland, prompting concern that her historic bid for a third consecutive Olympic gold

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