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Today so far 2026-09-16 · 18:00 UTC

Winter Olympic venues have been confirmed with events scheduled across two countries, marking a significant decision for the upcoming Games. In football, managerial changes are underway across multiple leagues, with Gray sacked by Hibs after six league games and Glentoran making an approach for Cliftonville boss Magilton, while Maresca criticises focus on controversial Manchester derby winner following VAR controversy. Elsewhere, tennis is experiencing venue shifts with Charlotte to host WTA Finals from 2027 and the Irish Open being moved as part of the tour's 2027 schedule confirmation.

Hull City owner 'disturbed' by transfer claims

Hull City owner Acun Ilicali says he is "disturbed" by claims of the club being rejected by transfer targets and, in an unusual move, attempted to clarify the situation.

2026-07-23 · 12:15 UTC
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Leeds in talks to sign Man City keeper Trafford

2026-07-23 · 11:56

Leeds United are in discussions with Manchester City to sign goalkeeper James Trafford.

Pandur joined Rangers after Hull planned new number one

2026-07-23 · 11:37

New Rangers goalkeeper Ivor Pandur says he passed up the chance to be part of Hull City's return to the Premier League…

Potter and Yee among favourites at World Triathlon London event

2026-07-23 · 11:00

Alex Yee and Beth Potter compete at the World Triathlon Championship Series in London this weekend, and you can follow…

Metcalf out of England's Commonwealth netball squad

2026-07-23 · 10:46

England's Natalie Metcalf says it "will take some time to process fully" after she is ruled out of the 2026 Commonwealth…

Newcastle agree £34m deal for Monaco's Bamba

2026-07-23 · 10:33

Midfielder Aladji Bamba is due to arrive on Thursday for a medical and to sign a long-term contract.

St Helens boss Rowley leaves club day before derby

2026-07-23 · 10:20

St Helens head coach Paul Rowley leaves the Super League club with immediate effect less than a year into role.

No 2027 men's Ashes Test in north of England

2026-07-23 · 09:01

England will start their quest to regain the men's Ashes from Australia at Trent Bridge on 18 June 2027, while the…

'Even the CEO doesn't know' - Kaymer on LIV's future

2026-07-23 · 08:54

Martin Kaymer says it is "highly unlikely" LIV Golf's 2026 team championship will take place as he expresses doubt over…

Who am I? Guess The Hundred cricket star No 3

2026-07-23 · 08:06

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Ruiz and Gavi's reward for World Cup win... 150kg of tomatoes

2026-07-23 · 07:54

Spain's Fabian Ruiz and Gavi receive their body weight in tomatoes when they return to their hometown Los Palacios y…

HNK Rijeka tie 'a great opportunity' for Derry

2026-07-23 · 07:06

Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch says Thursday's Uefa Conference League second qualifying round first leg against HNK…

Weekly sports quiz: Glasgow 2026, The Open and The Hundred

2026-07-23 · 06:54

How much attention have you paid to what has happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?

Ex-UFC champion Andrade working as delivery driver

2026-07-23 · 06:52

Jessica Andrade says she will do "whatever it takes" to earn a living as she recovers from injury.

Team Wales go for Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow

2026-07-23 · 06:38

The 23rd Commonwealth Games are about to begin in Glasgow with Team Wales hoping for success.

Two waste paper bins, one Olympic dream

2026-07-23 · 06:20

Derived from basketball and developed by teenagers in late-Victorian England, netball is sport's great misunderstood…

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 3

2026-07-23 · 05:46

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Is 2026 the Commonwealth Games' last dance or a future-proofing revamp?

2026-07-23 · 05:25

It's been going for 96 years - but many doubted the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which open in Glasgow on Thursday, would…

Crystal Palace sports centre set for £130m revamp

2026-07-23 · 05:19

Bromley Council is to meet to discuss plans for a major revamp of the world famous sport centre.

One month, two record transfers - why English midfielders are in demand

2026-07-23 · 05:15

Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers both sold for record transfer fees for midfielders, so why are English midfielders so…

Tears and sleepless nights as Marshall and Adlington get Scotland flag honour

2026-07-22 · 22:29

Bowler Alex Marshall and judoka Sarah Adlington will carry the Scotland flag at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.

Joshua not ready for death of friends to 'sink in'

2026-07-22 · 22:20

Anthony Joshua says he is not ready for the loss of his two close friends and team members to "sink in yet" as he…

Five Team NI boxers one win from the podium

2026-07-22 · 22:16

Five Northern Ireland boxers are one win away from a Commonwealth Games' medal following Wednesday's draw.

Glasgow set to welcome the world for scaled back Commonwealth Games

2026-07-22 · 21:51

Athletes from 74 countries and territories will compete for 215 gold medals over 10 days of competition.

Liverpool confident of signing Barcola - Thursday's gossip

2026-07-22 · 21:34

Alex Scott favours a move to Arsenal, Bruno Fernandes is ready to commit his future to Manchester United, Liverpool are…

Salt leads Welsh Fire to victory as they edge past Southern Brave

2026-07-22 · 21:04

Captain Phil Salt led from the front as he finished unbeaten on 47 to guide Welsh Fire to a six-wicket victory against…

Miami mistakenly post James 'introductory' video

2026-07-22 · 20:54

Miami Heat mistakenly post a link on YouTube to LeBron James' 'introductory press conference' despite the NBA great not…

Captain Salt leads Fire to victory against Brave

2026-07-22 · 20:49

Welsh Fire captain Phil Salt leads from the front as his unbeaten 47 helps them begin the 2026 Hundred season with a…

Saliba to miss extended period with back injury

2026-07-22 · 20:33

Arsenal confirm defender William Saliba is set to miss an "extended period" after suffering a back injury while at the…

Swansea sign New Zealand winger Just from Motherwell

2026-07-22 · 20:23

Elijah Just joins the Championship club after scoring three goals during an impressive World Cup with New Zealand.

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