Brazilian winger Rodrygo is reportedly looking to leave Real Madrid, with a trio of Premier League giants — Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool — monitoring the situation, according to Spanish outlet AS. The 24-year-old has expressed a desire for a new challenge as he seeks more regular playing time and a fresh start in England’s

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England have named off-spinner Shoaib Bashir in a 12-man squad for the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, marking a potential return for the 22-year-old spinner after missing the first four matches of the series. Bashir, England’s initial choice for the spin role, has not featured since the third

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Gabon’s government has taken dramatic action following the national team’s disappointing exit from the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, suspending the team, sacking coach Thierry Mouyouma, and banning star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from international duty. Sports Minister Simplice-Desire Mamboula announced the unprecedented measures following Gabon’s 3-2 defeat to Ivory Coast on 31 December, which left

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Manchester City’s Premier League title ambitions have taken a hit after they were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw at Sunderland, allowing league leaders Arsenal to extend their advantage at the top of the table. Pep Guardiola’s side, who dominated possession and created multiple scoring opportunities, were unable to break down a resilient Sunderland defense

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Venus Williams, the seven-time Grand Slam champion, is set to make history as the oldest female player to compete in the Australian Open main draw at age 45. She has received the tournament’s final women’s wildcard for the 2026 edition, which begins on 18 January. Williams, who made her Australian Open debut in 1998, last

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Wales number eight Aaron Wainwright is set to leave Dragons and join Leicester Tigers at the end of the 2025-26 season. The 28-year-old will be the latest top Welsh player to move abroad, following Ospreys duo Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake, who have announced moves to Gloucester for the 2026-27 season. The departures highlight growing

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has confirmed the club were “not convinced” to make Harvey Elliott’s loan move from Liverpool permanent, despite the English midfielder/forward arriving in September on a season-long deal. Elliott joined Villa with an obligation to buy for £35m if he featured in 10 Premier League matches. However, the 22-year-old has struggled

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Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy has issued a passionate and defiant plea for patience as he prepares for his first Old Firm derby against Rangers, insisting that his vision for the club needs time to take shape. The Frenchman, appointed at the start of December following the departure of interim boss Martin O’Neill, has endured a

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From Tom Aspinall’s rollercoaster year to Paddy Pimblett’s surprise UFC title shot, 2025 has set the stage for an exciting 2026 for British MMA fans. The new year promises high-stakes matchups, emerging stars, and potential title fights that could redefine the landscape of MMA in the UK and globally. Tom Aspinall Eyes Rematch After Unfortunate

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Ulster Rugby recorded a commanding 28-3 victory over Munster at Affidea Stadium in Belfast, climbing to second place in the United Rugby Championship (URC). The hosts were tied 6-3 at halftime under snowy conditions but dominated the second half, scoring three unanswered tries to secure a comprehensive derby win. Nathan Doak Leads Ulster With Clinical

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