Women’s football shouldn’t copy men’s game, Ted Lasso shows
Rapid professionalisation brings money, but copying male structures risks undermining what makes women’s football distinct, argues Karen Dobres.
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López vs Romero: Friendship Set Aside for Welterweight Title Clash
Teófimo López challenges Rolly Romero for the WBA welterweight title on Saturday, ending their long friendship. López moves up to 147lb seeking a title in a third division.
Tottenham’s spending spree under De Zerbi raises hopes
Tottenham finished 17th two seasons running, but Roberto De Zerbi’s appointment and a big transfer spend have sparked optimism of a major improvement this season.
England bowlers dismantle Pakistan in Headingley Test win
England wrapped up a crushing innings and 103-run victory over Pakistan inside three days at Headingley, with Archer, Robinson and Tongue all taking three wickets apiece.
England seal crushing innings win over Pakistan in first Test
England’s bowlers tore through Pakistan to seal a crushing innings victory in the first Test, giving the makeshift Root-Trescothick regime an excellent start.
Brook's Headingley Test Century Wait Goes On After Pakistan Win
England sealed a comfortable innings victory over Pakistan at Headingley, but their men's Test team will not return to Leeds until 2031, leaving Harry Brook still waiting for a home century.
Premier League, F1 Dutch GP and rugby rivalry – weekend guide
The Premier League returns with five Saturday fixtures, F1's Dutch Grand Prix takes centre stage at Zandvoort, and South Africa host New Zealand in the Greatest Rivalry. Follow all the action with our live blogs.
Bacio blasts to Nunthorpe Stakes success at York
Bacio, ridden by Juan Hernandez, wins the Nunthorpe Stakes at York by one-and-a-quarter lengths, despite soft ground concerns, with jockey dashing to catch a flight.
Antonelli leads F1 title chase as season resumes
Kimi Antonelli holds a 50-point lead over Lewis Hamilton with 12 races left as the Formula One season resumes at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Premier League returns with Arsenal v Coventry and more
The Premier League season kicks off with Arsenal hosting Coventry, plus the latest transfer news and more football updates.
Coalition confident of support to force WRU EGM
Hayley Parsons says the coalition has enough club support to force an EGM to oust the WRU board, with a motion to pause four-to-three region plans.
Jack Draper withdraws from US Open as injury woes continue
Britain's Jack Draper has withdrawn from the US Open due to a persistent left arm bone bruising issue, extending his injury nightmare.
Peter Reid: Everton must back Moyes in transfer window
Peter Reid urges Everton owners to back David Moyes with a right-back and centre-forward, and would bring Jack Grealish back to the club.
Sharkboy tipped for Melrose Handicap at York
Sharkboy is tipped to land the Sky Bet Melrose Handicap at York, with Mr Hollywood also fancied for the Ebor Handicap.
Konsa recalls Saka's praise after one-on-one sessions
Ezri Konsa has joined Arsenal for £51million and recalled how Bukayo Saka praised him after one-on-one England sessions.
Konsa set for Arsenal debut against Villa after £55m move
Ezri Konsa is set to make his Arsenal debut against Aston Villa on August 31 after the £55m transfer was confirmed, with the Coventry City match coming too soon.
Baleba may play new Man Utd role after £65m transfer blow
Carlos Baleba may be deployed at left-back for Manchester United if Michael Carrick fails to sign a defender before the transfer deadline. The £65m Brighton signing is currently sidelined with an ankle ligament injury.
Arsenal confirm Ezri Konsa shirt number after £55m move
Ezri Konsa will wear the No15 shirt at Arsenal after completing a £55m transfer from Aston Villa on a four-year deal.
Hernandez wins Nunthorpe then races to catch flight home
Jockey Juan Hernandez won the Nunthorpe Stakes at York on Bacio, then dashed by helicopter to Heathrow to catch a flight to Los Angeles.
Arsenal injury blow: Bruno Guimaraes faces weeks out
Arsenal's Premier League title defence suffers a blow hours before kick-off as new signing Bruno Guimaraes reportedly faces weeks out with an untimely injury.
Lauren Dickson wins Queen of the Mountains at Tour of Britain
Edinburgh rider Lauren Dickson took the blue jersey on stage three of the Lloyds Tour of Britain, winning the first two QoM sprints after Steffi Häberlin withdrew.
Arsenal complete £55m Ezri Konsa signing from Aston Villa
Arsenal have signed Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for an initial £51m plus £4m in add-ons, with the England defender penning a four-year contract.
Shakhtar to play Champions League ties at Stamford Bridge
Shakhtar Donetsk will play home Champions League matches at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge in 2026/27, as the Ukrainian side continues to groundshare due to the Russian invasion.
Arsenal complete Ezri Konsa deal with Villa reunion set
Arsenal have signed Aston Villa and England defender Ezri Konsa for £51m, making him their fifth permanent addition of the summer window.
McPake claims Hearts goal and backs firepower for Rapid return
Josh McPake claims Hearts' leveller against Rapid Vienna as his own and insists the Jambos have the firepower to finish the job in Austria on Wednesday.
Arsenal vs Coventry: TV channel, live stream and kick-off time
Arsenal begin their Premier League title defence at home to Coventry on Friday, August 21 at 8pm BST. Live on Sky Sports, stream via Sky Go or NOW.
Premier League opening weekend: TV guide and fixtures
Sky Sports and TNT Sports will broadcast all 10 opening Premier League fixtures, with Arsenal facing Coventry and Hull hosting Man United.
Chelsea in talks with Leeds over Mudryk loan
Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a loan move for Mykhailo Mudryk, with the Ukrainian winger seeking regular first-team football after his doping ban.
FIFA bans Paredes and Molina after World Cup final chaos
FIFA suspended Argentina's Leandro Paredes for 10 matches and Nahuel Molina for seven after the World Cup final against Spain, with the AFA fined $321,000.
FIFA sanctions Argentina for Falklands banner and brawl
FIFA fined Argentina $321,000 and ordered two home matches at 50% capacity after players displayed a Falklands banner, while several players received bans for post-final violence.
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