England coach John Mitchell questions smaller women’s World Cup squad size Squad sizes are capped at 32 for the women’s tournament, one fewer than men’s sides are permitted to select at the World Cup The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2025
Red Roses survive test they needed against France - but big decisions loom ahead of World Cup Another Women’s Six Nations grand slam proved hard earned as England survived a fierce French fightback in a performance that should stand them in good stead later this year The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2025
FIFA World Cup 2026 City Posters Ranked Every city has its own look for FIFA World Cup 2026. Which are the best? Sports Illustrated · Apr 27, 2025
Golden Goal: Paul Gascoigne for Tottenham Hotspur v Arsenal (1991) Gazza painted his artistry all over the 1991 FA Cup and his stupendous free-kick influenced the game for years to come The Guardian - UK · Apr 27, 2025
Narrow win ‘ideal’ for England’s World Cup preparations, says Mitchell England head coach John Mitchell said the one-point win over France that clinched the Women’s Six Nations would help in the buildup to the World Cup The Guardian - UK · Apr 26, 2025
Aldcroft holds nerve but England will need to raise level to go all the way at World Cup Red Roses were one more mistake away from missing out on the grand slam to France but it should not have been so close The Guardian - UK · Apr 26, 2025
John Mitchell explains why England’s Women’s Six Nations close shave was ‘ideal’ for Red Roses England secured a seventh successive title despite a major scare against France The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2025
England hold on to claim Women’s Six Nations grand slam with one-point win over France England claimed the grand slam despite a late comeback from France that cut their lead to 43-42 The Guardian - UK · Apr 26, 2025
Wyden asks Trump administration officials to reconsider travel policies ahead of the World Cup Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon has asked top Trump administration officials to reconsider policies that are impacting travelers arriving in the United States, citing upcoming sporting events like the 2026 World Cup The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2025
First Europe, then the world: Twickenham awaits in year of twin peaks for England Grand slam clash is vital stepping stone in Red Roses’ quest to reclaim the World Cup crown they last held in 2014 The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2025
Wales unveil World Cup winner as new director of rugby in key appointment after Six Nations woe Dave Reddin was part of England’s staff in 2003 and has also worked with the Football Association The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2025
The vital opportunity that the Red Roses must take in Women’s Six Nations grand slam decider Dominant England face a test against their fiercest foes France at Twickenham on Saturday The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo is closing in on 1,000 goals – but may be running out of games The finishes are still flowing for Al-Nassr but, at 40, his future for club and country is under increasing scrutiny The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2025
England play down World Cup fears as Kildunne ruled out of France decider England remain confident Ellie Kildunne will be fit for this summer’s Rugby World Cup buildup after she was ruled out of Saturday’s grand slam decider due to a hamstring injury The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2025
AAP · Apr 24, 2025 Levi being 'set up to fail' in rushed Cup bid: Rogers The Wallaroos' plans to transition sevens force Maddison Levi into a 15s weapon ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup may need to be put on ice.
AAP · Apr 23, 2025 Wallabies star commits through to next Rugby World Cup Rugby Australia have locked in Len Ikitau for the 2027 World Cup, with the Brumbies centre signing a deal that includes a UK sabbatical.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 23, 2025 Could Carlo Ancelotti Become Brazil's Next Head Coach? Brazil have their sights set on hiring Carlo Ancelotti ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup should Real Madrid fire the manager.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 23, 2025 The 25 Best English Players of All Time—Ranked Success on the pitch may have eluded England for 60 years, but not because of a lack of talent.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2025 Club World Cup to be broadcast live on Channel 5 in UK after Dazn deal The Club World Cup will be televised live on Channel 5 this summer after the broadcaster reached an agreement with the global rights holder, Dazn
The Independent UK · Apr 23, 2025 ‘This was my time for redemption’: Stars align for new halfpipe world champion Zoe Atkin EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Zoe Atkin is Great Britain’s newest world champion, picking up the halfpipe title in Switzerland late last month to complete her set of world medals. The 22-year-old spoke to Flo Clifford about her best-ever season - and how changing her perspective has brought her to the greatest of…
Advnture · Apr 22, 2025 Teens steal the show in the closely-contested first bouldering round of the Climbing World Cup 2025 17-year-old American Annie Sanders snatched gold while Japan's Sorato Anraku continued his astonishing dominance in the men's competition
The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025 England legend Ben Youngs announces retirement from rugby Youngs is England men’s rugby’s most-capped player and will hang up his boots after finishing the season with Leicester Tigers
The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2025 Just for kicks, the top 10 rugby union sharp shooters of the past 30 years As the season finale draws near, we nominate 10 goal-kickers you can count on when the pressure cranks up
Evening Standard · Apr 22, 2025 Everything you need to know about Gary Lineker and why he is leaving Match of The Day BBC’s highest-paid star set to leave show after 25 years as lead football anchor
The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025 Pope Francis loved soccer, San Lorenzo and the sport’s power to unite Pope Francis’ passion for soccer was evident throughout his pontificate