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Italian burglars given further jail terms for targeting three Premier League players
Two Italian men who burgled Premier League footballers’ homes while the players were away have received additional prison sentences. Prosecutors said the pair travelled from Italy to target wealthy players, using social media and visits to training grounds to find out when their homes would be unoccupied. The burglaries targeted Neil Etheridge, Matheus Cunha and…
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Michael Wynn-Jones, husband of Delia Smith, dies aged 85
Michael Wynn-Jones, the journalist and husband of renowned TV chef Delia Smith, has died peacefully at his home aged 85. As honorary life president of Norwich City Football Club, Wynn-Jones was a significant figure in the Norfolk club’s rise to prominence, working behind the scenes alongside his wife to help guide the club through multiple…
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Mallorca goalkeeper Iván Cuéllar injured after ‘large structure’ in canteen falls on him
Real Mallorca goalkeeper Iván “Pichu” Cuéllar suffered a serious head injury on Monday when a large decorative structure in the club’s training ground canteen collapsed on him at the Ciutat Esportiva Antonio Asensio. The 42-year-old was taken to hospital and is recovering well under medical observation, with doctors ruling out further complications. This injury is…
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Belgium v France, Northern Ireland v Hungary and more: Nations League – live
The article previews a busy evening of Nations League football, with five 7.45pm BST matches: Belgium v France, Northern Ireland v Hungary, Turkey v Italy, Sweden v Poland, and Romania v Bosnia and Herzegovina. It describes the competition as a welcome change from some past international fixtures and highlights Belgium v France as a standout…
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F1 in Azerbaijan: That was almost a close-run thing
George Russell won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from pole, leading every lap in a strong Mercedes performance, though a late turbocharger problem let Max Verstappen close to within two-tenths of a second at the finish. The race highlighted the sport’s mix of speed, spectacle and risk on Baku’s tight street circuit, while Kimi Antonelli’s qualifying…
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Ireland’s 3-0 win over Israel marred by Gaza protest and tensions
Ireland’s 3-0 Nations League win over Israel was overshadowed by a protest over Israel’s military actions in Gaza and sharp remarks from Israel captain Manor Solomon. The Irish players looked down during Israel’s anthem, staff turned away from the pitch, and the team declined to shake hands or exchange pennants. Solomon said the teams disliked…
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Defensive flux gives Tuchel headache but answer may lie with Alexander-Arnold | Jacob Steinberg
England have kept just four clean sheets in 13 matches this year, raising questions about the defence as Thomas Tuchel prepares for the Nations League game against Czechia. Their attacking approach showed promise in a 3-2 defeat by Spain, but they gave up a lead and allowed Spain to create several good chances; a win…
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Solomon’s comments deepen tensions after Ireland’s 3-0 Nations League win
Israel captain Manor Solomon criticised the Republic of Ireland after their Nations League match, saying Israelis and Irish people “hate” one another and claiming Israel was “10 times better” than Ireland. His comments sharpened tensions after Irish players and staff showed their opposition to Israel’s military actions in Gaza during the teams’ meeting. Ireland won…
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Europe’s top-flight clubs to get share of £185m from Club World Cup
European top-flight clubs that missed last year’s Club World Cup are set to receive half of its $250m (£185m) solidarity fund, under a proposed agreement between Fifa and European Football Clubs (EFC). The deal would end a lengthy dispute over how the money should be shared and provide support to clubs that did not benefit…