Sport

Erling Haaland applauding fans while playing for Manchester City
Soccer

Barcelona ‘ready’ to sign Erling Haaland despite financial concerns

A Barcelona board member claims the club's finances have recovered enough to sign Manchester City striker Erling Haaland this summer.

Julian Alvarez playing for Atletico Madrid in La Liga
Soccer

Julian Alvarez eyes Barcelona switch amid Arsenal and Chelsea interest

The Atletico Madrid forward has signalled his desire to stay in Spain, dealing a potential blow to Premier League suitors Arsenal and Chelsea.

Katie Taylor celebrating a victory in the boxing ring holding her championship belts
Other

Katie Taylor confirms retirement after final Dublin fight this year

Undisputed champion Katie Taylor confirms she will retire from professional boxing following a farewell fight in Dublin scheduled for this summer.

Arsenal players celebrating a goal during the north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur
Soccer

Arsenal hold title advantage over Man City as Tottenham relegation fears grow

Arsenal maintain a five-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race, while Tottenham's heavy derby defeat leaves them just four points above the relegation zone.

Zimbabwe cricket players celebrating a wicket during the T20 World Cup
Other

Zimbabwe reach T20 World Cup second stage in stunning resurgence

Zimbabwe have qualified for the second stage of the 2026 T20 World Cup, capping a remarkable recovery from political interference and financial ruin.

Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson performing their ice dance routine in colourful outfits at the Winter Olympics
Other

Fear and Gibson hope Winter Games spark new era for British skating

Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson aim to inspire a new generation of British skaters after finishing seventh at the Winter Olympics.

Eileen Gu holding an Olympic gold medal during the 2026 Winter Games podium ceremony
Skiing

Laura Woods defends Eileen Gu after journalist brands skier ‘arrogant’

Laura Woods defends Eileen Gu after the freestyle skiing star was branded 'arrogant' by a journalist following her historic success at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

General view of Old Trafford stadium with the Manchester United crest visible on the stand
Soccer

Man Utd post £32.6m operating profit after Ratcliffe’s cost-cutting drive

Manchester United report a £32.6m operating profit for the first half of the financial year, marking a significant turnaround driven by Sir Jim Ratcliffe's cost-cutting measures.