Chelsea’s attempts to move on from the episode involving their number eight reflect a desire to steady the situation at an early stage. Fernandez has 12 goals and six assists this season, placing him behind only striker Joao Pedro for goal involvements, in 46 appearances. He remains regarded internally as a marquee player, with Rosenior…
Jay-Jay Wilson stunned the Belfast crowd with a devastating first-round knockout of Donegal’s Darragh Kelly, handing the Irishman his first professional defeat in just 37 seconds. ‘The Moville Mauler’ Darragh Kelly saw his unbeaten record ended as he was stopped by seventh-ranked lightweight Jay-Jay Wilson in the main event at PFL Belfast. Wilson had originally…
While Arsenal learned to compete at the highest level, Guardiola continued to evolve. That tension – between adapting and remaining faithful to an idea – defines the 55-year-old’s career. “He starts incorporating new concepts,” said Segura. “Above all defensive transition, that’s where he evolves enormously. “Arteta incorporated more physical profiles than Pep. Pep seeks more…
Three-time world champion Mark Williams says he has no intention of retiring as he returns for his 29th appearance at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. Williams, 51, is seeded six for the 2026 World Championships where he will face Polish qualifier Antoni Kowalski in the first round. Read more: ‘I’d run down the M4 from…
Williams’ cautiousness about going under the knife suggests he still has ambitions to continue on the baize for years to come – and who can blame him. Last October, at the age of 50 years and 206 days, he beat the mark set back in 1982 by fellow Welshman Ray Reardon to become the oldest…
Wubben-Moy’s career has been a successful one. She has made more than 100 appearances for Arsenal, winning the Champions League and four domestic cup trophies across two spells at the club. Her breakout campaign came in 2023-24, when she worked closely with then assistant coach Renee Slegers to analyse her performances, and did more yoga….
Ingle has come a long way since beginning her junior career with Vale Wanderers, a boys’ team in Barry. She was forced to give up the sport when aged 12 because Football Association of Wales (FAW) rules meant she could no longer play with the boys. Thankfully for Welsh football, Ingle returned to the pitch…
Northern Ireland will face two-time world champions France in a friendly in the lead-up to the latter’s World Cup campaign. The game will take place on Monday, 8 June (20:10 BST) at Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille. Michael O’Neill’s side failed to reach the World Cup finals after losing the play-off semi-final against Italy on 26…
During a news conference last month to promote the fight, Rousey said she wanted to “rewrite her ending” in the sport, criticised the modern UFC and hit back at claims that her encounter with Carano is a “charity” fight. At a news conference in New York on Wednesday, a typically outspoken and charismatic Rousey expanded…
England midfielder Bellingham was not alone in his frustration. Several Real players reacted strongly both during and after the match. Defender Antonio Rudiger hinted his disapproval but stopped short of direct criticism. “It’s best I don’t talk about the referee. Did you see the red card?” he told the media. Club captain Dani Carvajal, who…