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Oliver Glasner concedes Palace can secure first major silverware in FA Cup final

Oliver Glasner conceded that Crystal Palace were at least mathematically more likely to secure their first major silverware after they booked their place in the FA Cup final with a 3-0 triumph over Aston Villa at Wembley. Ismaila Sarr recorded a second-half brace after Eberechi Eze opened the scoring in the 31st minute, though the winning margin could have been even greater had Jean-Philippe Mateta not missed a penalty after the break.

'It is a sobering day': Man United icon Gary Neville admits Liverpool's 20th league title will END the debate over who is England's most successful club

Neville, who made 602 appearances for United during his playing career, warned that Liverpool pulling level with his old team should act as a wake-up call for those in charge at Old Trafford.

Auckland FC v Perth Glory: All you need to know

It's party time at Mount Smart, with Auckland FC claiming the Premiers Plate - here's the squad lists, news and predictions.

Football: Auckland FC to lift A-League Premier’s Plate in front of bumper home crowd

Auckland FC's dream debut season just got better, becoming the first NZ side to win the A-League Men's Premier's Plate.

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders win fourth straight over hapless Highlanders

Defence paved the way for the Cantabrians, as they tackled their rivals into submission.

Anthony Seibold and Ivan Cleary make same criticism over issue that's 'ruining the NRL'

Anthony Seibold feels the NRL should consider reviewing its crackdown on illegal shots as rival coach Ivan Cleary agrees referees have over-corrected in their officiating of the game.

Canes bust Aussie hoodoo with win over Brumbies

Clark Laidlaw's side became the first New Zealand Super Rugby Pacific team to win on Australian soil this season.

Meet the latest Australian who's set to take the NFL by storm after being drafted by Denver Broncos

Jeremy Crawshaw is set to join the ranks of Australian punters in the NFL after being drafted by the Denver Broncos.

‘Had the belief that he will…’ – Kieron Pollard backs Rohit Sharma to continue sizzling form with the bat against LSG

Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in an important clash on Sunday. The five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions have just won once in the seven games they have played against LSG. In the last meeting, Lucknow beat MI by 12 runs to extend their winning run. All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma as the former MI skipper takes to the field at Wankhede Stadium. After a poor start to the season, Rohit seems to have...

Don’t underestimate Liverpool’s easy title win, Arne Slot’s side were the pick of the bunch

Olympic athletes who had their medals revoked

It's not uncommon for Olympic athletes to have their medals taken as soon as they get them, or sometimes years later. The International Olympic Committee (IOC), which oversees the games, can rescind medals, especially if athletes have violated Olympic regulations. Most of the time, athletes get their medals stripped for doping infractions. But medals have also been revoked for other reasons, like an athlete being too young and a score adjustment. Curious? Click on for the athletes who've had their Olympic medals taken away.

Chris Eubank Jr beats Conor Benn in thrilling grudge match after reuniting with his father

Eubank Jr sealed victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with his dad back by his side.

Crystal Palace 3-0 Aston Villa: Oliver Glasner's side reach FA Cup final after stunning goals from Eberechi Eze and Ismaila Sarr shock Unai Emery

The Eagles are into their third FA Cup final in their history, and their first since 2016, as they seek a maiden major trophy. Eberechi Eze and Ismaila Sarr scored stunners from outside the area.

The 25 Most Profitable Clubs of the Last Decade – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

Reaching the latter stages of the Champions League or building a competitive squad in today’s football landscape often comes with an enormous financial burden. But not every club relies on sky-high spending to stay successful—some have perfected the art of making money on the transfer market instead. In this article, we rank the 25 clubs with the biggest transfer profits over the past decade. From elite academies to razor-sharp recruitment strategies, these teams have shown how smart business can rival big budgets.

Tim Seifert joins San Francisco Unicorns as Kiwi stars head to MLC 2025 in numbers

MLC 2025 will start on June 13.

Man Utd stance on Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho after Chelsea approach

Manchester United remain open to selling Alejandro Garnacho but are now expecting Kobbie Mainoo to remain at Old Trafford following interest from Chelsea. Garnacho came close to leaving United in the January transfer with both Chelsea and Napoli holding talks over a deal for the Argentina international. Napoli were unable to agree a transfer fee fo...

Mum asked me how it was going and that was the first time I broke down. I said: 'Mum, I'm not sure I'll ever play football again.' John Kennedy on THAT infamous injury

John Kennedy suffered a catastrophic knee injury on his Scotland debut in March 2004. After multiple surgeries, Kennedy made his comeback three years later...

Tony Bellew says Eubank Jr was at weight limit before £375k penalty

Tony Bellew watched Chris Eubank Jr's weight cut for the first time and said the boxer was physically incapable of losing more before the fight. Eubank Jr received a £375,000 fine for missing the 160lb middleweight limit.

The 7 gym exercises that are most popular among women

Sehwag urges 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi to emulate Virat Kohli and aim for 20 years in IPL

"Suryavanshi must aim to play 20 years in the IPL. Look at Virat Kohli, he started playing when he was 19 years old, now he has played all 18 seasons," said Virender Sehwag.

Super Rugby Pacific: Blues bomb out against the Reds

A send off to Mark Tele'a doomed the defending champions' chances, result puts them in must-win territory from now on.

Are Albon and Williams the perfect F1 partnership?

When Alex Albon arrived at Williams, it appeared both needed one another as much as each other in their respective state of rebuilds in F1. In the fourth year of the partnership, it is clear both are profiting and the surge could be coming at the perfect time

Liverpool vs Tottenham: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injuries

Liverpool could wrap up the title!

Arne Slot admits it's 'too soon' to call himself a Scouser on the eve of Liverpool's Premier League title triumph - as Reds boss reveals his family's plans to watch Tottenham decider

JOE BERNSTEIN: Liverpool began the season as league outsiders with experts predicting a two-horse title race between Manchester City and Arsenal.

Olivia Podmore inquest: 'They turned a blind eye' - family condemn sports leadership

The mum and stepfather of Olivia Podmore say Cycling New Zealand and High Performance Sport NZ (HPSNZ) chose medals over the welfare of their daughter.

Why Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall is sick and tired of the Lachlan Galvin saga - 'why would I care what people say'

A frustrated Benji Marshall has declared he doesn't care if people query his surprise decision to recall Lachie Galvin ahead of the Wests Tigers' clash with Cronulla on Sunday at Leichhardt Oval.

How Nottingham Forest bagged the bargain of the season in £10.1million signing Nikola Milenkovic - the 6ft 5in hard man who has fixed one of the league's leakiest defences

With Forest within touching distance of their first FA Cup final since 1991, the football world is asking just how they managed to sign a centre back as good as Nikola Milenkovic for £10.1m.

Mo Salah's been magic but Virgil van Dijk is the main man for Liverpool, writes DANNY MURPHY as he reflects on a special season for his old team

DANNY MURPHY: With Jurgen Klopp gone, I thought there would be a hang-over, particularly without signings, and predicted Liverpool would finish third.

Our greatest-ever player - Jamie Vardy ends 13-year spell at Leicester

Jamie Vardy has announced he will be leaving Leicester at the end of the season as the club paid tribute to its "greatest-ever player". The 38-year-old former England striker, a member of the Foxes' side which against all the odds lifted the Premier League title in 2016, will depart in the summer in the wake of a relegation from the top-flight he has described as "such a s**t show". Leicester said: "We can confirm legendary striker Jamie Vardy will leave Leicester City this summer after 13 seasons that have seen him become our greatest-ever player."

Will Jurgen Klopp beat Anfield for Liverpool Premier League title party?

Liverpool are primed for a Premier League title party at Anfield this afternoon but there is likely to be one noteable absentee. The Reds will be crowned champions should they avoid defeat against a Tottenham side who have a wretched record on Merseyside and could be forgiven for having one eye on the first leg of their Europa League semi-final nex...

Olympic champion Alex Yee reveals surprising way his 93-year-old grandfather has inspired him ahead of his London Marathon debut

DAVID COVERDALE: The Olympic triathlon champion has switched sports to make his debut over the 26.2-mile distance, which he hopes to complete in under 2hr 10min.

IPL 2025 Memes: Hilarious Reactions from MI vs LSG, Match 45 at Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai Indians won their fifth match consecutively in the IPL 2025

This is how Madrid's 'Madring' F1 circuit will look

The Madrid Formula One circuit route for the 2026 season has been unveiled

Chelsea stance on signing Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer revealed

Chelsea are not pursuing a bid to sign Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer from Manchester City, according to reports. Earlier this month, De Bruyne announced that he is leaving City at the end of the season, marking an end to a successful 10-year stint with the Premier League champions. The 33-year-old has started just 14 games in the Premier Leagu...

The 15 Fastest Pit Stops in Formula 1 History – Ranked

In Formula 1, races are often won and lost not just on the track, but in the pit lane. A flawless pit stop can shave off crucial tenths of a second, reshuffle the order, and even decide championships. Over the years, teams have pushed the limits of precision and coordination to deliver record-breaking pit stops. From Red Bull’s legendary efficiency to McLaren’s world-record performance, here are the 15 fastest pit stops in F1 history — each one a masterclass in speed, timing, and teamwork.

Ian Wright backs Marcus Rashford to join shock Premier League club

Ian Wright says there is ‘no chance’ Aston Villa loanee Marcus Rashford will return to Manchester United. Rashford’s future remains far from certain as he comes to the end of his loan spell at Villa Park. The 27-year-old has enjoyed an encouraging stint at the Midlands club since effectively being forced out of Old Trafford by Ruben Amorim. Amorim ...

Is Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch FA Cup semi-final

Is Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch FA Cup semi-final - The two sides vie for a place in the final at Wembley

Alex Marquez: MotoGP win as big as Moto2 and Moto3 world titles

Scoring his first MotoGP win at home in Spain on the “same level” as winning Moto2 and Moto3 championships, says Alex Marquez

Revealed: The official punch stats behind Chris Eubank Jr's epic battle with Conor Benn in showdown that made Anthony Joshua 'proud to be British'

According to CompuBox data, Eubank Jr landed a total of 367 punches from 912 thrown, a connect rate of 40.2 per cent. Benn landed 215 punches from 593 thrown, connecting at 36.3 per cent.

London Marathon 2025: how much prize money winners receive revealed

A record number of people are taking part in the TCS London Marathon on Sunday, including celebrities, MPs and a duo dressed as a slinky dog. More than 56,000 people are expected to run the 26.2 mile course through the capital on what is forecast to be a warm, dry day with temperatures of up to 22C. London could set a new record for the world’s big...

Wolves equal 55-year record to pile more misery on relegated Leicester

Wolves equal 55-year record to pile more misery on relegated Leicester - Wolves 3-0 Leicester: Matheus Cunha starred as Wolves reeled off a sixth straight win to leave the Championship-bound Foxes frustrated

Graham Potter’s problems grow as former club Brighton break West Ham hearts

Graham Potter’s problems grow as former club Brighton break West Ham hearts - Brighton 3-2 West Ham: Pressure is growing on Hammers boss Potter after two late goals turned victory in defeat at the Amex

Ruben Amorim provides update on Marcus Rashford's Man United future - as he insists he's 'really happy' to see him performing for Aston Villa

CHRIS WHEELER: Ruben Amorim is expecting Marcus Rashford back at the end of the season after his loan spell at Aston Villa, and will make a decision over his future at Man United this summer.

Ronnie O'Sullivan makes Zhao Xintong prediction and compares him to snooker legend

Stats: Rohit Sharma joins Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal in elite list after clobbering consecutive sixes against LSG

Rohit became only the third opener in IPL history to slam two sixes of his first two balls in an IPL innings.

Ipswich relegated after just one season in the top flight

Ipswich's stay in the Premier League came to an end after they were beaten 3-0 by Newcastle at St James' Park. The Tractor Boys return to the Championship after just one season in the top-flight while Newcastle moved into third to remain firmly in the hunt for a Champions League place.

Novak Djokovic furious in angry Madrid Open practice session with Andy Murray

'F*** this sport, f*** tennis.'

Luis Enrique sends message to Arsenal and Mikel Arteta after shock PSG defeat

Luis Enrique insists he is ‘not worried at all’ about facing Arsenal in the Champions League next week after Paris Saint-Germain’s surprise defeat at home to Nice on Friday night. PSG were crowned Ligue 1 champions earlier this month but their hopes of finishing the domestic season unbeaten for the first time in history are now over after they were...

After tying up another Premiership crown, Rodgers insists he is '200-per-cent certain' to stay put at Parkhead

Brendan Rodgers has hit out at speculation linking him with a summer move from Celtic and insisted it is now '200-per-cent' certain he will be in the Parkhead manager's job next season.

Liverpool legend Jan Molby looks back on the Reds' last title win in front of fans as Anfield prepares to toast Premier League glory and jokes: 'I'd have celebrated 1990 more had I known the wait would be so long!'

Molby, a Liverpool legend, was on the pitch on April 28, 1990 - the last time the Reds became champions in front of an Anfield crowd. He has provided Mail Sport with an account of that day.