However, the proposal has been met with opposition on social media, with SheGulls, representing fans of Brighton & Hove Albion, suggesting the preferential treatment afforded to ‘elite level teams’ will only widen the gulf in quality across the pyramid. “The sporting merit in our game is slowly being eroded in …
Read More »Three Dog Night’s Chuck Negron dies at age 83 after health struggles
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits including “Joy to the World,” “One” and “An Old Fashioned Love Song” for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early …
Read More »Aston Villa: Liverpool loanee Harvey Elliott faces uncertain future
The fact Elliott’s attitude has impressed and that he is well liked by his team-mates is also in his favour. Tyrone Mings made fun of Elliott’s whereabouts on social media after Salzburg last week, posting a popular meme involving Ian Wright and a former teacher he thought had passed away. …
Read More »Harlequins: Luke Yendle among four short-term loan signings made for Prem Cup
Harlequins have signed four forwards, including Dragons prop Luke Yendle, on short-term loans as cover during the Prem Cup. Yendle, 25, is joined by team-mate Barny Langton-Cryer for the temporary stay that will take in four cup matches in February. Yendle is a tight-head prop who has also played for …
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Rory Smith and Chris Sutton analyse Arsenal’s dominant 4-0 win over Leeds United, explaining why the Gunners look destined for Premier League glory. BBC News
Read More »Rangers transfers: Danny Rohl on Ryan Naderi’s qualities
“Not just about the ins but also how we handled the outs. I’m very happy with what we did so far. “We reduced the numbers but we increased the quality in the squad.” On Naderi, Rohl said of the German who joined from Hansa Rostock: “I’m very happy that we …
Read More »Proptech platform OneDome finds home for $25m funding injection | Money News
A financial and property technology business which integrates elements of the homebuying process has clinched a $25m funding injection as it seeks to accelerate its expansion. Sky News understands that OneDome will confirm on Wednesday the pre-Series C fundraising, taking the total sum it has raised to $40m. The latest …
Read More »Wrexham transfer news: Deadline day flurry sets Red Dragons up for run-in
Wrexham have a wealth of options in midfield, hence the club’s decision to let Andy Cannon – back from almost a year out with an ACL injury – spend the rest of the season at Burton Albion. It is the same with back-to-back-to-back promotion heroes Paul Mullin and Elliot Lee …
Read More »Wolves transfer news: Adam Armstrong and Angel Gomes sign
Wolves have sealed the signings of England midfielder Angel Gomes from Marseille and striker Adam Armstrong from Southampton. Gomes joins on loan until the end of the season, with Wolves having an option to buy for about £6m. Striker Armstrong moves for an initial £7m on a three-and-a-half-year contract after …
Read More »Ryan Naderi: Rangers buy German striker from Hansa Rostock
“He is someone who has a lot of potential and I believe we can help take his game to the next level.” Now he has taken what should be a step up to the Scottish Premiership, the striker told Rangers’ website: “I plan to make the most of this opportunity.” …
Read More »Football gossip: Rashford, Alonso, Upamecano, Akliouche, Malacia
Marcus Rashford eyeing permanent Barcelona switch, Raheem Sterling rejects Bundesliga move, and Tottenham miss out on Maghnes Akliouche. Marcus Rashford, 28, does not want to return to Manchester United when his loan deal at Barcelona expires and the England striker is prepared to take a pay cut to stay. (Mirror), …
Read More »Jeremy Jacquet: Why are Liverpool spending £60m on Rennes centre-back?
Given the unforgiving nature of his position, it’s no surprise there have been some mistakes. Jacquet has made three errors leading to shots, with only seven players in the French top flight making more. Describing his style of play to L’Equipe, via Ligue 1, Jacquet said: “I’m calm on the …
Read More »New Andrew allegation must be investigated, says former Metropolitan Police chief | UK News
An allegation from a second woman that she was sent to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s home by Jeffrey Epstein “does need to be investigated”, according to a former Metropolitan Police chief. The encounter allegedly took place at the Royal Lodge in Windsor in 2010, the former duke’s residence at the time, when …
Read More »Is Cristiano Ronaldo on strike? The transfer story behind ‘unhappy’ £500,000-a-day star’s absence | Ents & Arts News
Cristiano Ronaldo appears to have gone on strike at his Saudi Arabian club, Sky Sports is reporting. The Al Nassr forward, who reportedly earns £500,000 a day, was noticeably absent from his team’s Saudi Pro League match against Al Riyadh on Monday. Ronaldo is reportedly unhappy with the way the …
Read More »Mohamed Kader Meite: Rennes youngster paves way for high-value sales
As the transfer window comes to a close, one move that has gone under the radar is Al-Hilal’s signing of Rennes’ teenage striker Mohamed Kader Meite. The 18-year-old Frenchman has joined the Saudi Pro League club for a reported 30m euros (£25.9m), which makes him the second-highest non-Premier League signing …
Read More »Starmer believes Mandelson should not be a member of the Lords, says No 10 | Politics News
Sir Keir Starmer believes that Peter Mandelson should not be a member of the House of Lords or use the title, Downing Street has said. While the prime minister does not have the power to remove life peerages himself, he is calling on the House of Lords to update its …
Read More »Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Al-Nassr squad: What is going on with the Portugal captain in Saudi Arabia?
Al-Nassr are among Saudi Arabia’s ‘big four’ which also includes Al-Hilal, Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad – all of whom have invested heavily since PIF’s takeover in 2023. Saudi clubs spent about £700m during the 2023 summer, with Neymar joining Al-Hilal for £77.6m in the standout move. Al-Hilal also signed Aleksandar Mitrovic …
Read More »Transfer news: What happens in a football medical?
A player does not actually ‘pass’ or ‘fail’ a medical exam, they just complete one before joining a new club. It is then up to the buying club to decide whether signing the player in question is worth any risk should there be any abnormalities found in the results. Think …
Read More »Gianni Infantino: Fifa president apologises for comments about British football fans
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has apologised for controversial comments he made about British football supporters which were criticised by fan groups. At the World Economic Forum in Switzerland last month, Infantino said it was “really special” no British nationals were arrested during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Amid concerns …
Read More »Newcastle mascot: Club to take action after young girl left alone at Anfield
Newcastle United are to take action after a young club mascot was left alone in the middle of the pitch before Saturday’s defeat at Liverpool. The girl walked out with the players prior to the 4-1 loss at Anfield and lined up alongside the visitors as they shook hands with …
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