Premier League to vote on return of contact training

Football News: Premier League clubs will vote on proposals for a return to contact training on Wednesday as the English top-flight seeks to take another step closer

Manchester United are one of the main suitors for Premier League star

According to the newly emerged reports, Manchester United are one of the main suitors for this striker Premier League star ahead of the summer. Ole Gunnar ...

Former Cranes captain Kirunda dies after collapsing in Bwaise

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Veteran Uganda Cranes captain Jimmy Kirunda dies

Kirunda led Uganda to the 1978 Africa Cup of Nations final against Ghana, the only time Uganda has made it all the way to the final.

Manchester United were ready to promote wonderkid before clinching Bruno Fernandes transfer

Manchester United reportedly had plans in place in case they could not complete the transfer of Bruno Fernandes back in January. The Portugal international joined the Red Devils from Sporting Lisbon and has been a big success, but it came after a lengthy transfer saga that dragged on and never looked certain to go through. […]

Borussia Dortmund bidding to halt Bayern behemoth behind closed doors

Can the verve of Sancho and Haaland derail Bavarian giants’ bid for eighth-straight title?

Newcastle United have transfer guru on agenda – Magpies are ‘hottest track’

There are frequent reports in the French media which hype former PSG sporting director Antero Henrique, and sometimes they’re so positive towards him it feels like he could have written the words himself. Le10 Sport have another on the situation, and claim Newcastle United have him on their agenda. The idea is the club’s prospective Saudi owners

Manchester United give transfer guru ‘a mandate’ to get midfielder signing done

You may well remember the Bruno Fernandes to Manchester United saga well. We certainly do, it’s one of the most covered stories on Sport Witness, and thankfully had a happy ending for all concerned. Shortly after the midfielder arrived at Old Trafford, claims started coming from multiple sources in France about Antero Henrique being involved

Odion Ighalo’s loan stay at Manchester United drawing to a close

Nigerian striker wanted by his Chinese club for start of the season

Kevin de Bruyne backed to leave Man City if Champions League appeal fails

Kevin de Bruyne has said he would consider leaving Manchester City if the club were banned from the Champions League for two seasons.

Man United keeping tabs on Bournemouth's David Brooks and Josh King - reports

The Welsh international appears to have come onto United's radar

Wenger: It Was Very Satisfying When I Saw Liverpool Lose

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has admitted he took a lot of joy at seeing Liverpool's unbeaten run in the Premier League coming to an end earlier this year.

Deal back on: Manchester United revive BID to sign Serie A star in smart deal

Manchester United are reportedly back in for the potential transfer of Juventus forward Paulo Dybala as they look to strike a deal for Paul Pogba. The Red Devils are open to a number of potential signings from Juve as part of the move that would allow Pogba to return to Turin after his difficult spell […]

Man Utd insider reveals why Sir Alex Ferguson rejected Thierry Henry deal

One of Ferguson's biggest errors?

Basketball's EuroLeague cancels season because of virus

Europe's top basketball league cancelled the remainder of its season Monday because of the coronavirus pandemic, saying health concerns had to be paramount despite numerous attempts to find ways to resume play.

EuroLeague, EuroCup seasons terminated because of coronavirus pandemic

The 2019-20 EuroLeague basketball season has been terminated because of the coronavirus pandemic, organisers announced on Monday.

Carlo Ancelotti claims it was easy to manage Ronaldo while at Madrid

Current Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has given Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri the good information on what he needs to know on how to manage Cristiano Ronaldo.

Four West Ham players with the most to prove to avoid David Moyes' axe

West Ham's players are back in training but when the games resume, it'll be a crucial time for some players

Leinster scrap season tickets for 2020/21 amid pandemic uncertainty

Leinster Rugby have taken the “unprecedented step” of cancelling their season ticket offering for 2020/21 as the province grapples with the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing requirements which are likely to be in place for the foreseeable future.

Leinster take 'unprecedented step' of cancelling sale of 2020/21 season tickets

Leinster were due to put season tickets for the 2020/21 campaign on sale in March, but the renewal was postponed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Leinster Rugby cancel season tickets sale for 2020/21 campaign

The Blues have confirmed that current season ticket holders will retain the right to buy their current seat through to the 2021-22 season instead

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta disagrees with mentor Pep Guardiola over Philippe Coutinho

Mikel Arteta worked under Pep Guardiola for two years at Manchester City before he was hired to manage his former club Arsenal following the sacking of Unai Emery

Midfielder opens up about controversial Leicester – Had to look for ‘mental coach’

‘Adrien tells everything’ was the headline on the front page of Portuguese newspaper Record on Sunday. The outlet managed to make a four-page interview with the Leicester City player, speaking of his past, present and future. They opened the chat with the most controversial topic of his career, which is his transfer from Sporting to

Gordon Strachan: Ex-Scotland boss says too many clubs are not professional enough

Former Scotland boss Gordon Strachan believes too many of the country's senior clubs are not professional enough.

Ross County chairman fears worst is yet to come for Scottish football

Roy MacGregor believes the game will have to deal with "a tsunami of unemployment and mental issues".

MMA SQUARED: GOAT list Twitter beef solved using meat-based metaphor

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The Great Divide: Is Henry Cejudo really going to call it quits?

We debate whether "Triple C" is ready to walk away from MMA.

Players eager to restart contact training, says Palace's Townsend

Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend says players are "desperate" to return to contact training and that he is encouraged by the results of the ...

Football: Players eager to restart contact training, says Palace's Townsend

Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend says players are "desperate" to return to contact training and that he is encouraged by the results of the ...

Federer urges tennis not to return without fans

Roger Federer believes tennis should only return once fans are allowed to attend events, as he admits he is not a fan of behind-closed-doors tournaments.

La Liga Return "What We All Need", Says Atletico Madrid's Angel Correa

Atletico Madrid winger Angel Correa on Monday said that a return to football "is what we all need" ahead of a possible La Liga restart in mid-June.

The lockdown was difficult but we’re moving forward: Atletico winger Correa keen on La Liga restart

League president Javier Tebas on Sunday said he hopes the Spanish season can resume with the Seville derby on June 11.

UK Government gives Premier League clubs green light for contact training

As a part of the Premier League’s ‘Project Restart’, the UK government has given the green light for clubs to restart contact and competitive training ahead of their June 12th restart date. Clubs returned to training earlier last week but in small groups with strict social distancing laws followed.

Zlatan's career could be over after suffering 'devastating' injury

AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is said to have suffered a potential Achilles injury in training which could put his career in jeopardy.

From niggles healing to mental break from pressure, Kevin Pietersen sees positivity behind 'forced break'

The coronavirus got everything to a halt mid-way. From cricket series to football leagues to even the Tokyo Olympics - everything has been postponed.

How Arsenal could line up with Ousmane Dembele

Amid reports linking Arsenal with a cut-price move for Ousmane Dembele, Sports Mole looks at how the Gunners could line up with the Barcelona winger in their ranks.

David Miller Recalls His 'Dream Come True Moment' In IPL

David Miller revealed that him getting a chance to play under the captaincy of Australian legend Adam Gilchrist was 'a dream come true' moment for him

'Too old for selectors,' says Harbhajan Singh about his comeback to T20 cricket for India

Two-time World Cup winner - 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup -  Harbhajan Singh believes he is fit and ready to play T20 cricket for India.

Bruno Fernandes selects which Man Utd teammate he would self-isolate with

Fernandes has been isolating at home during lockdown with his partner and new-born baby daughter, but was quizzed which of his colleagues he'd pick to share a similar experience with

Tiger Woods discusses plans for majors after Masters defence postponed

Woods dusted off his clubs following lockdown as he was involved in exhibition The Match: Champions for Charity against Phil Mickelson, with both players assisted by some NFL greats

'The Match 2' results: Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning beat Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson

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Jermain Defoe relives his stunning Wear-Tyne derby winner

Sunderland fans saw Jermain Defoe score a brilliant winning goal against Newcastle United at the Stadium of Light in 2015

Golf Analyst Identifies The 1 Major “Flaw” In Tom Brady’s Swing

Here's the "fatal flaw" in Tom Brady's golf swing, according to the experts who watched him play on Sunday afternoon.

Tom Brady Upset 1 Major College Football Fan Base On Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new quarterback Tom Brady upset one major college football fan base on Sunday afternoon.

Alexandros Tziolis announces retirement from professional football at 35

Alexandros Tziolis, who made 75 appearances for the senior Greek national team, has confirmed his retirement from professional football at the age of 35.

Juventus want Barcelona attacker on loan as part of swap deal for Miralem Pjanic

Juventus have reportedly proposed that Barcelona include this attacker in a potential player swap deal involving Miralem Pjanic...

Arsenal ‘do not lose sight’ of signing – Attractive loan deal possible for Gunners

Monday’s edition of Mundo Deportivo has a big article on the future of Ousmane Dembele. There’s been many transfer rumours in recent weeks suggesting swap deals between Barcelona and Juventus, and it was just a matter of time before the Frenchman was dragged into the equation. But it’s not only Turin which could provide a

"We didn't end up like Leeds" - Aston Villa fans react to £1.5m Brazil legend transfer blunder

Aston Villa transfer reaction | Graham Taylor identified the midfielder as a transfer target

Mayambela Chiefs Talk: 'He Played For A Big Team Before Pirates'

Mark 'Professor' Mayambela encouraged to remain positive and in club hunt.

How to watch Eleven Sports

Of the many over-the-top (OTT) streaming services, many lovers of the beautiful game of football choose to use Eleven Sports. The following is not arguable: football is the most loved

Kevin Roberts' cricket crisis evaporates

In his striking alienation from clarity, Cricket Australia chief executive Kevin Roberts remains an astonishing figure.

Former cricketers label ICC’s ‘return to cricket’ guidelines ‘premature’ and ‘impractical’, say there will be more clarity closer to resumption

Some of the ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket border on the impractical and will need a review when the cricketing world is closer to action, feel former players Aakash Chopra, Irfan Pathan and Monty Panesar.

Some ICC guidelines on the resumption of cricket impractical, feel former players

Some of the ICC guidelines on the resumption of cricket border on the impractical and will need a review when the cricketing world is closer to action, feel former players Aakash Chopra, Irfan Pathan and Monty Panesar.

Conor McGregor offered title shot against UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman

Irish professional mixed martial artist Conor McGregor has reportedly been paired with Nigerian nightmare Kamaru Usman for a title shot, Sport Bible reports

Barcelona under pressure to sell players before June to balance accounts - sources

Barcelona are racing against the clock to bring in €70 million in player sales before the end of June, sources have told ESPN.

ICC’s guidelines look great - but they simply are not viable

Less than 72 hours ago, the ICC released their ‘Back to Cricket’ guidelines for the safe resumption of the sport post the pandemic wave. It is a 16-page document that specifies all the precautionary measures that need to be taken by the members when they decide to resume the sport.

How man manager Balbir Singh Sr inspired demoralised India to lone World Cup crown

India defeated West Germany 3-1 to qualify for the semifinals, where they beat hosts Malaysia 3-2 in extra time to set up a final date with arch-rivals Pakistan.

Look back on Marlins' 2003 WS-winning season

“Winners are like biscuits. When things get hot, they rise to the occasion.” -- Jack McKeon MIAMI -- The tale of the 2003 Marlins’ World Series season begins with an old school manager inheriting an underachieving group of mostly new school players and ultimately guiding them on an improbable championship

Return to golf proving a great success for members

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Ohio State Fans Crush Michigan Writer’s Tweet About Recruiting

Ohio State football fans crushed one Michigan writer's tweet about the Wolverines' recruiting abilities as of late.

Ashes Cricket walkthrough – a complete Xbox achievement guide

If you're looking to get all of the achievements in Ashes Cricket, our community's Ashes Cricket walkthrough can get you there. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Preview: Fortuna Dusseldorf vs. Schalke 04 - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Bundesliga clash between Fortuna Dusseldorf and Schalke 04, including team news and predicted lineups.

Arsenal: The time to sell Matteo Guendouzi is now or never

Arsenal is reportedly looking to sell Matteo Guendouzi way ahead of schedule, but if they're going to sell him, it's now or never. Matteo Guendouzi arrived...

Jimmie Johnson disqualified from second-place Coca-Cola 600 finish after car fails post-race inspection

Hasn't won since 2017.

Keselowski wins NASCAR's longest race

Brad Keselowski won the Coca Cola 600 in a shootout on Sunday as NASCAR did its best to fill the sporting void created by the novel coronavirus ...

Ernie Johnson's emotional TV segment before 'The Match 2' gets strong reaction from viewers

Johnson expressed what many people around the U.S. are feeling in his opening monologue.

Cody Rhodes praises the look of his unfinished AEW TNT Title

Cody Rhodes called the TNT title "The coolest damn thing I've ever seen"!

COVID-19: Former cricketers hit out at ICC’s back-to-cricket guidelines

Find moves like hand-sanitising after contact with ball, no shower-breaks ‘impractical’

LaLiga could return with a Seville derby

The Spanish top flight is edging towards a resumption.

LaLiga could return with a Seville derby

The Spanish top flight is edging towards a resumption.

LaLiga could return with a Seville derby

The Spanish top flight is edging towards a resumption.

Denzel Washington Comes to Aid of Homeless Man In Hollywood Roadway

Denzel Washington has come to people's aid in films like "The Equalizer," and recently his willingness to help those in need spilled over to real life. On

Hockey Legend Balbir Singh Sr. dies aged 96

He was also the Manager of India’s only World Cup-winning side in 1975 Mohali: Balbir Singh Sr., one of India’s greatest hockey players, died this morning after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.  The legend was 96 and is survived by his daughter Sushbir and three sons Kanwalbir, Karanbir and Gurbir. “He died...

End of an era: Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies

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From Tendulkar to Bindra: India's Sporting Fraternity Pays Tribute to 'Rare Role Model' Balbir Singh Sr.

From shooting legend Bindra to cricket captain Kohli - India's renowned sports personalities took to their social media handles to pay tributes to the deceased legend.

UFC: Stricter coronavirus testing on tap for return to Las Vegas

The UFC will have stricter coronavirus testing measures in place as the promotion gets set for its return to Las Vegas this weekend.

UFC: Stricter coronavirus testing on tap for return to Las Vegas

The UFC will have stricter coronavirus testing measures in place as the promotion gets set for its return to Las Vegas this weekend.

Ban on use of saliva to shine ball

Only an interim measure, says Kumble New Delhi: ICC Cricket Committee Chairman Anil Kumble says the recommendation to ban saliva for shining the ball is only an interim measure and “things will go back to normal” once the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control. Players must be barred from using saliva to shine the ball...

We Asked Fitness Pros For Their Favorite Workouts You Can Do Sitting Down

Some workouts, you'd really rather be sitting down. Sometimes it's because you tweaked your knee during that last 5k you ran. Other times, it's because you're having a depression flare-up and can't imagine standing up today. Still other days, you…

Lottery throws millions more at dodgy projects

The National Lotteries Commission has refused to disclose its beneficiaries. But we found them. By Raymond Joseph and Anton van Zyl

Mike Tyson vs Wanderlei Silva? Bareknuckle promoter teases ‘intriguing matchup’

Bareknuckle promoter David Feldman teases a potential Mike Tyson vs. Wanderlei Silva bout in pursuit of the former heavyweight boxing champion.

Bear breaks into car but owners scream so much it decides it's not worth it

'Don't f**k with the Mercedes.'

'He is unable to move his arms and legs': Snooker legend Willie Thorne is unable to feed himself due to sepsis after having treatment for leukaemia and is completely bedridden, claims his carer

Thorne was discharged from a hospital in Spain after a period in which he underwent treatment for leukaemia before three blood transfusions and treatment for a virus after his diagnosis in march.

Mets mailbag: Dream 2022 lineup starts with Nolan Arenado

You ask, we answer. The Post is fielding questions from readers about New York’s biggest pro sports teams and getting our beat writers to answer them in a series of regularly published mailbags. In

Matt Barnes on 2017 NBA title with Warriors: 'I got a free ride'

Matt Barnes says he does not count himself as an NBA champion after playing sparingly in the playoffs of the Warriors' title run in 2017

Matt Barnes won't accept NBA Finals ring from Warriors

May 25 (UPI) -- Former NBA forward Matt Barnes won't accept the NBA Finals ring he won with the Golden State Warriors because he doesn't consider himself a champion.

Sri Lankan hat-trick hero held on heroin charge

Sri Lankan police have detained international cricketer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin.

Sri Lanka cricketer Shehan Madushanka held on drug charge

Madushanka was remanded in custody for two weeks by a magistrate

Hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior's wish to see his lost memorabilia remains unfulfilled

For last eight years he left no stones unturned to regain his lost memorabilia, which he had donated way back in 1985 to the Sports Authority of India, but Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr's last wish

Soccer Game Shows What Pumped-In Fan Noise At Games Sounds Like (VIDEO)

2020 has provided us with something we haven't seen before in the sports world where fans will likely not be…

Everton have ‘made an offer’ worth €45m – Carlo Ancelotti driving transfer plan

Allan to Everton continues. And, perhaps, Napoli continue to have an unrealistic view of the price they can ask for the midfielder. Monday’s edition of Il Mattino says Everton have ‘made an offer’ worth €45m for the Brazilian. It’s not clear when that offered has been made, yet it’s stated Napoli have knocked it back.

'Faith in humanity restored'

A kind gesture at an Edmonton gas station has caught the eye of a well-known TV celebrity.

'On the day she died, I couldn't be with her or hold her hand': Widower's heart-breaking letter about staying apart from dying wife in lockdown - as MPs are flooded with emails in response to Dominic Cummings scandal

John Wilson from Whitchurch wrote to Buckingham MP Greg Smith to ask what he thinks about the fact that he had to be apart from his dying wife while Dominic Cummings was travelling.

Had a very close association with him: Milkha pays tribute to ‘great friend’ Balbir Singh Sr

Balbir and Milkha competed together at the highest level for the country in their respective games and even worked together for Punjab Sports department.

If there was a hockey legend after Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr: Milkha Singh

Balbir Singh Sr and Milkha Singh competed together at the highest level for the country in their respective games and even worked together for Punjab Sports department in the 1960's.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar credits Mohammed Kaif for Sachin Tendulkar's first-ever Ranji duck

A fleet of these quirky-looking bikes will soon be hitting the streets of Nottingham

The cycles are already popular in Holland, Germany and Denmark

Stuart Pringle hoping F1 can find a way to navigate quarantine situation

Hopes are for double-headers in July and August.

Stuart Pringle hoping F1 can find a way to navigate quarantine situation

Hopes are for double-headers in July and August.

Stuart Pringle hoping F1 can find a way to navigate quarantine situation

Hopes are for double-headers in July and August.

Notorious crime clan gangster Robert Daniel slashed on face in Barlinnie jail

Robert Daniel, 30, was rushed to Glasgow Royal Infirmary following the incident.

Boy, 9, suffers life-changing injuries as he’s hit by ‘shirtless motorcyclist who fled the scene’

A NINE-YEAR-OLD boy has suffered life-changing injuries this afternoon after he was hit by a shirtless motorcyclist who then fled the scene, police said. Humberside police said they have arrested a…

From Bishan Bedi to R Ashwin: How India spinners have performed in overseas Tests

While the trio of Bishan Bedi, Erapalli Prasanna and Bhagwath Chandrasekhar have been prolific in SENA countries, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's numbers aren't as impressive as their predecessors.

Nottingham travel agent on summer holidays and what comes after lockdown

Here's some of the main questions she's being asked

Island author Michael Christie honoured for crime writing

Island writer Michael Christie’s acclaimed book Greenwood has won best novel at the 2020 Arthur Ellis Awards, which honours the best in Canadian crime writing. Christie, who splits his time . . .

Saudi-backed Yemeni forces shoot down 2 Ansarallah drones

BEIRUT, LEBANON (4:40 P.M.) – The Saudi-backed Yemeni forces, announced on Sunday, the shooting down of two Ansarallah drones that were flying over the northern part of the country. According to the Yemeni Army’s 101st Infantry Brigade’s statement that was posted on its official Facebook page, “the forces managed to shoot down two Houthi planes after they were detected during the clashes in the areas of confrontations east of the al-Hazm district in the al-Jawf governorate.” They explained that “the two planes were conducting reconnaissance missions over several military sites before they were shot down.” The 101st Brigade pointed to “the escalation of clashes between the army and the Houthis on separate fronts in Al-Jawf,” stressing that “progress has been made in several areas east of the governorate and the Houthis have suffered heavy losses in lives and equipment.”

Guinness World Records has begun claiming ownership of Super Mario Bros. speedrun challenges on YouTube

If you're into making Super Mario Bros. speedrun videos, then watch out: Guinness World Records is coming for your content.

PM Modi condoles death of hockey star Balbir Singh Sr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the death of three-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr, saying he will be remembered for his memorable sporting performances.

Carlow manager Turlough O’Brien says there are ‘flaws’ in GAA’s antidoping education system

Thirty-five year old Carlow player Ray Walker tested positive for a banned substance, Meldonium, in February and was banned in April for four years

Forensic experts suspect foul play in Warangal well deaths

The forensic expert said that the seven of nine people had scratch injuries and appeared to have been