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Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa celebrating after scoring a header against Lille in the Europa League
Soccer

Aston Villa beat Lille 1-0 as Unai Emery secures his 100th victory

Ollie Watkins headed the decisive goal as Aston Villa earned a 1-0 away victory over Lille, handing manager Unai Emery his 100th win at the club.

Armand Duplantis celebrating after breaking the pole vault world record at the Mondo Classic in Uppsala
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Armand Duplantis breaks pole vault world record with 6.31m jump in Sweden

Armand Duplantis has broken his own pole vault world record for the 15th time. The Swedish star cleared 6.31m at an indoor event in Uppsala.

Scotland and Ireland rugby union players contesting a physical ruck during a Six Nations match
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Scotland target historic Six Nations victory against nemesis Ireland

Scotland must overcome a dismal 11-game losing streak if they are to secure a rare Six Nations victory against Ireland in Dublin. Gregor Townsend's men face their ultimate nemesis in a high-stakes championship finale.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans answering questions during a press conference about his new contract
Football

San Francisco 49ers sign veteran receiver Mike Evans in $42m deal

Veteran wide receiver Mike Evans has joined the San Francisco 49ers on a three-year deal, declaring himself the missing piece for a Super Bowl run.

Leon Goretzka and Julian Brandt playing in the German Bundesliga
Soccer

Arsenal prepare free transfer offers for Leon Goretzka and Julian Brandt

Arsenal are lining up formal contract offers for experienced German internationals Leon Goretzka and Julian Brandt ahead of potential summer free transfers.

Phil Foden looking dejected on the Manchester City substitutes bench during a Premier League match
Soccer

Phil Foden struggles for Manchester City minutes amid mysterious form slump

Phil Foden has seen his playing time drastically reduced at Manchester City, starting just four of their last 12 matches. Tactical shifts and a sharp decline in form have left the reigning PFA Player of the Year fighting for his place.

Guro Reiten playing for Chelsea in the Women's Super League
Soccer

Guro Reiten leaves Chelsea to join Gotham FC after winning 13 trophies

Norwegian winger Guro Reiten has ended her six-year association with Chelsea to join National Women's Soccer League side Gotham FC.

England manager Thomas Tuchel speaking at a press conference
Soccer

England manager Thomas Tuchel targets World Cup with Premier League tactics

Thomas Tuchel plans to implement a direct, physical Premier League style to make the Three Lions favourites for the 2026 World Cup.