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Cristiano Ronaldo applauding fans while playing for Al-Nassr
Soccer

Cristiano Ronaldo buys 25% stake in Spanish second-tier side Almeria

Cristiano Ronaldo has purchased a 25% stake in Spanish second-tier side UD Almeria as the Portugal forward expands his business interests.

The Fifa World Cup trophy displayed on a pedestal ahead of the 2026 tournament in North America
Soccer

European FAs fear financial losses at 2026 World Cup in North America

European nations worry high costs, reduced allowances and US tax issues at the 2026 World Cup could lead to financial losses despite record prize money.

PSG fans holding a banner at the Parc des Princes reading 'Achraf, Total Support'
Soccer

PSG fans display banner supporting Achraf Hakimi ahead of rape trial

PSG supporters unfurled a banner supporting Achraf Hakimi before their Champions League draw with Monaco. The defender is set to stand trial following an allegation of rape.

Saracens players gather in a huddle on the pitch during a Premiership rugby match
Other

Saracens review salary cap penalty amid conflict of interest claims

Saracens are assessing their legal position regarding their 2020 relegation following reports of an undisclosed conflict of interest involving the disciplinary panel's auditors.

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães gesturing on the pitch during a Premier League match
Soccer

Arsenal reject Real Madrid approach for defender Gabriel Magalhães

Arsenal have dismissed an enquiry from Real Madrid for Gabriel Magalhães, insisting the centre-back is unavailable at any price.

Victor Wembanyama playing defense for the San Antonio Spurs during an NBA game
Basketball

Spurs beat Raptors to extend winning run and close gap on Thunder

The San Antonio Spurs beat the Toronto Raptors to claim a 10th successive win and close in on NBA Western Conference leaders Oklahoma City Thunder.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior looking concerned on the touchline during a Premier League match
Soccer

Chelsea face defining run-in as Rosenior battles for Champions League spot

Liam Rosenior's side face Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool in a daunting fixture schedule that could decide their Champions League fate.

Jon Cooper looking pensive while standing behind the bench during an ice hockey match
Hockey

Canada coach Jon Cooper mourns father days after Olympic final loss

Canada and Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper takes compassionate leave following the death of his father, days after losing the Olympic final.