West Ham United are reportedly reluctant to sanction a mid-season transfer for Lucas Paquetá, despite reported interest from his native Brazil, including top-flight club Flamengo. The 28-year-old midfielder has been a key figure for the Hammers this season, making 18 Premier League appearances, scoring four goals, and providing one assist. Brazilian Clubs Eye Paquetá Sources

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Sunrisers Leeds have confirmed the retention of England stars Harry Brook and Brydon Carse for the 2026 edition of The Hundred, alongside the appointment of Daniel Vettori as the franchise’s new men’s head coach. The moves signal the franchise’s ambition to compete at the highest level in the upcoming summer tournament. Brook and Carse: Core

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World Snooker has addressed concerns over the playing conditions at the 2026 Masters, stating that its checks found “no issues” with the tournament tables. The statement comes after several players and former champions raised questions about the state of the slate during the early rounds at Alexandra Palace, where the world’s top-ranked players compete in

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The International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) has launched an investigation after American skeleton racer Katie Uhlaender accused Canada of sabotaging her chances to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Uhlaender, 41, a double world champion in 2012 and veteran of multiple Olympic Games, was competing at the North American Cup in Lake Placid in

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Northern Ireland snooker star Mark Allen staged an impressive comeback to defeat Mark Williams 6-2 in the first round of the 2026 Masters, showcasing his class despite suffering from illness in the days leading up to the tournament. The match, featuring two former Masters champions, began with Allen taking the opening frame thanks to a

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Non-league football sensation Macclesfield FC is gearing up for one of the biggest fixtures in the club’s history after being drawn at home against Premier League high-flyers Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round. The sixth-tier National League North side made headlines on Saturday with a stunning 2-1 victory over reigning FA Cup champions Crystal

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Defending champions Paris St-Germain have been knocked out of the Coupe de France after suffering a surprising 1-0 home defeat to Paris FC. PSG, who lifted the trophy for the 16th time last season, dominated possession and created several chances but were unable to break down their newly promoted city rivals. Ikone Secures Historic Win

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Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has publicly apologised to Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr for comments he made during their Spanish Super Cup semi-final last week. The incident occurred from the touchline, where Simeone reportedly suggested that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez might consider offloading the 25-year-old Brazilian winger. Vinicius, whose contract runs until summer

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Ryan Garcia is set to challenge WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on 21 February, marking a high-stakes clash in the welterweight division. The 27-year-old Garcia, a former interim lightweight champion, has faced setbacks in recent years, including a loss to Rolando Romero in May and a one-year suspension

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UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has accused the promotion of deliberately sidelining him from an interim title opportunity, claiming the organisation is attempting to fast-track Paddy Pimblett toward championship status. The Armenian fighter believes his exclusion from the upcoming interim lightweight title fight is not based on sporting merit, but rather on Pimblett’s commercial appeal

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