Football

CONCACAF confirms drone complaint against Canada in 2022

A complaint was filed against Canada at the 2022 CONCACAF W Championship, alleging the Canadian women’s team had used a drone to watch a rival country’s training session.

Forgotten Chelsea star completes move to Lens on a free transfer just days after his departure from Stamford Bridge

The player's association with the Blues officially came to an end this week when his contract was terminated by mutual consent.

Celine Dion’s breathtaking opening ceremony performance is more incredible when you know her story

Goosebumps.

Binotto brought in to "change speed" of Audi F1 programme

Former Ferrari team boss Binotto will have "full responsibility" to streamline Audi's Formula 1 decision-making as it takes over Sauber

Arne Slot told he can save Liverpool millions with Virgil van Dijk replacement

Virgil van Dijk is approaching the twilight of his career at Liverpool and Arne Slot may not need to splash the cash to find a replacement, according to a Reds icon.

Keely Hodgkinson: The new golden girl of British athletics

Famin to stand down as Alpine team principal after F1 summer break

Manager brought in on temporary basis from overseeing Alpine’s motorsport division to run F1 team after Szafnauer axed a year ago now set to stand aside himself

Why Red Bull takes a risk with Verstappen's Spa engine penalty

World champion is expected to take a grid penalty at Belgian GP for exceeding 2024 F1 engine parts allocation. But, unlike in 2022 and 2023, it's risky for Red Bull

Germany 3-0 Australia: Matildas embarrassed in Marseille as Aussies go down without a fight in Olympic Games drubbing

There were high hopes for the Aussies before a ball was kicked, with fans optimistic that Steph Catley's side could emulate their scintillating World Cup campaign in France.

Warriors v Tigers result: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck shines as Warriors topple Wests Tigers

The Warriors weren’t to be denied their first win since round 17

As it happened: Celine Dion, Lady Gaga headline Olympics 2024 opening extravaganza

Celine Dion made her comeback from the Eiffel Tower to cap off a high-energy, rain-soaked opening ceremony in Paris that's included can-cans, Lady Gaga, heavy metal and a spectacular light show.

McLaren to make summer decision over Norris number one status

McLaren to assess whether it will prioritise Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri in his fight with Max Verstappen for the Formula 1 drivers' championship title.

Lewis Hamilton has cut a spiky figure in recent times but he looks like a man who has had the weight of the world lifted off his shoulders after his British GP triumph, writes HENRY CLARK

HENRY CLARK IN SPA: Lewis Hamilton looks and sounds like a man who has had the weight of the world lifted off his shoulders. It just goes to show what a difference a win makes.

Tsunoda to start Belgian GP from back of the grid after penalty

RB racer will start this weekend’s race at Spa from the rear of the field after being given a new engine

West Indies fight back against England to put a whitewash on hold - as Gus Atkinson dazzles with the ball but England look ropey with the bat on the opening day of the Third Test

LAWRENCE BOOTH AT EDGBASTON: England's hopes of the whitewash many regarded a formality were dealt a blow by three late wickets as West Indies fought back on a topsy-turvy Third Test opener.

Olympics football drama continues, as manager is SUSPENDED

Canada's Paris Olympics women's football campaign has begun amid great controversy enveloping the national team

Ivan Toney's big-money move away from Brentford placed into doubt after replacement suffers potentially serious injury in friendly

Brentford might fight harder to keep hold of Ivan Toney this summer after new striker Igor Thiago suffered an injury in a pre-season friendly.

Laser weapon system to shoot drones out of the sky during Olympics

The French want to offer the global sports world an incredible backdrop during the 2024 Summer Olympics. For example, beach volleyball will take place against the backdrop of the Eiffel Tower, equestrian sports will take place in the beautiful garden of the Palace of Versailles and the opening ceremony will take place on the Seine. However, the French government has also ordered a laser weapon system that will shoot drones out of the sky. "The...

Rafael Nadal could follow Andy Murray in pulling out of the men's singles tournament at the Paris Olympics

Nadal is currently scheduled to face Hungary's Marton Fucsovics in the first round of the singles on Sunday, with the winner likely to meet Novak Djokovic in round two.

Chelsea legend Dennis Wise fires parting shot after ending five years as Como chief, with pointed statement lamenting Serie A new boys' decision 'to follow Cesc Fabregas' direction'

With their Serie A opener less than a month way, Wise has announced he has departed the club whilst seemingly aiming a shot at Cesc Fabregas in his parting statement.

Team GB chiefs defend picking Jade Jones for Paris 2024 after double Olympic champion avoided ban for refusing a drugs test before being cleared on 'exceptional circumstances'

DAVID COVERDALE IN PARIS: Jones was provisionally suspended by the UK Anti-Doping Agency earlier this year after refusing to provide a urine sample to drug testers in December 2023.

Paris 2024: The dark side to the Olympics

Epic pool rivalry lights up first day of Olympic medal action

A mouthwatering 400m women's freestyle headlines the first full day of sporting action at the Olympics on Saturday after a soggy but spectacular opening to the Games in Paris. All eyes will be on the Paris La Defense Arena for the women's 400m freestyle -- one of the most-anticipated events of the entire Olympics involving three swimmers who have held the world record.

Friday favourite: The “perfect” team-mate who bucked a single-seater trend

Junior single-seater racing is a cut-throat environment where truly opening up to team-mates is rare, as all opponents represent an obstacle to be overcome on the path to Formula 1. That Tomas Enge adopted an altogether different approach with Bjorn Wirdheim is a significant factor in him picking the Czech as a favourite team-mate

Team GB star Adam Peaty breaks down in tears as he receives messages of support from his coach and family ahead of Paris Olympics... after he came through 'self-destructive spiral' to reignite swimming career

Team GB star Adam Peaty was overcome with emotion as he was played video messages from his coach and family member ahead of the Paris Olympics.

F1 Belgian GP: Norris heads McLaren 1-2 in FP2

McLaren turns up the wick after Verstappen's FP1 domination as Norris beats Piastri and Verstappen to top spot

Going for gold! Mail Sport writers pick Team GB's top medal hopes for the Paris Olympics and give their favourite memories from past Games

The Paris Olympics are officially underway and Team GB will be hoping to rack up a big collection of medals over the coming weeks.

Grove Racing to split with Stanaway after current Supercars season

Stanaway and Grove Racing's partnership lasts just one season

Lewis Hamilton tells Max Verstappen to 'act like a world champion' in a SAVAGE dig at his old rival following their collision at the Hungarian Grand Prix last weekend

The Dutchman's car was lifted into the air after he locked up during a bid to overtake Hamilton on lap 63 and clipped his front right tyre.

Keely Hodgkinson's biggest rival for Olympic gold medal has "question mark", coach claims

Kenya's Mary Moraa has not raced since qualifying for the Games and Keely Hodgkinson's coach believes her absence "raises eyebrows" ahead of showdown in Stade de France

Olivia Dunne shows off impressive balance beam skills ahead of fifth year with LSU gymnastics

The national championship winning gymnast, who recently confirmed she will return to college for one final season, shared a video of herself practicing some new skills on the balance beam.

Where is Linford Christie now? How Olympic hero went from Britain's fastest man to a shrewd businessman after doping ban

The 64-year-old is the only Brit to win gold at the four major athletic events - the Olympic Games, the World Championships, the European Championships and the Commonwealth Games.

Verstappen 'not banned' from late-night sim racing

Max Verstappen dismisses criticism after staying up until 3am on race morning in Hungary

Former Aussie Olympian James Magnussen slams Australian Olympic Committee for treating swim team like 'hired guns'

James Magnussen has slammed Australia's Olympic officials for treating swimmers as "hired guns" by removing them from the athletes' village 48 hours after their final races

Goldman Sachs CEO flies to Paris on private jet after 'banning' staff from attending the Olympics: 'Hypocrisy at its finest'

The Wall Street tycoon chartered the bank's private luxury jet earlier this week to attend a series of parties and events ahead of the 2024 Games, the New York Post reports.

Canadian soccer coach Bev Priestman is SENT HOME from Paris Olympics amid drone scandal as report claims the country's men and women's teams have 'relied on spying for years'

Canada Soccer said Priestman was suspended on Thursday after 'additional information' was brought to their attention about 'previous drone' use predating the 2024 Olympic Games.

Julen Lopetegui refuses to be drawn on potential West Ham signings amid pursuit of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran after having £32m bid rejected

Lopetegui is in day-to-day contact with sporting director Tim Steidten, who is leading on transfers and was spotted taking several calls during the team's open training session in Florida on Friday.

Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz disagree with Rafael Nadal over Olympic tennis

Olympic gold hopeful Carlos Alcaraz has sided with Roger Federer over his doubles partner and compatriot Rafael Nadal when it comes to his stance on the Games and Grand Slams in tennis

Oleksandr Usyk names who he wants to fight next – and he's not a boxer

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk revealed that he has considered making the switch to the MMA after his rematch against Tyson Fury in December

Warriors v Tigers: Injuries force Andrew Webster to pivot again as vital stretch looms for Warriors

'All the media will be happy because Roger’s at fullback. Everyone’s a winner.'

Eurostar trains cancelled and diverted because of 'acts of malice' in France

Several Eurostar trains to Paris have been cancelled and others diverted after "co-ordinated acts of malice" in France. The rail operator, which runs international services from London St Pancras, confirmed on Friday its trains would be delayed because of the ongoing issues over the Channel. The disruption comes hours ahead of the opening of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and as millions embark on summer getaways.

Everything we know about France’s Olympic rail chaos as Kremlin responds to arrest of Russian citizen

Everything we know about France’s Olympic rail chaos as Kremlin responds to arrest of Russian citizen - The ‘coordinated’ disruption will see 800,000 passengers facing delays, with up to 250,000 affected just before the opening ceremony

Aussie boxing star Justis Huni destroys undefeated rival to maintain perfect record and continue bid for mega-fight with Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua or Oleksandr Usyk

Huni's mantra before Thursday night's fight was 'more aggressive, more entertaining' and he delivered on his promise with the bout at Fortitude Valley Music Hall lasting just two minutes.

Tsunoda on Red Bull seat claim: 'What more could I do?'

Red Bull's mid-season driver swap saga is set for its conclusion this summer, with Yuki Tsunoda hoping to be considered

Man City goalkeeper Ederson hits back at 'completely false' claims that he was 'affected' by praise for team-mate Stefan Ortega... and insists he's 'fully focused' on next season despite interest from Saudi Arabia

The Athletic reported this week Ederson was 'affected' by the praise Stefan Ortega garnered for his world class stop against Son Heung-min in a crucial Premier League run-in trip to Tottenham.

Footy star accuses the Matildas of 'having their heads up their bums' and 'believing their own hype' in stunning rant after team's Olympics thrashing

A former Wallabies star has accused the Matildas of resting on their laurels after the World Cup and being too lazy to do the hard work needed to win a medal at the Paris Games.

Canelo Alvarez 'is STRIPPED of his IBF super-middleweight title' as he prepares to defend his other 168-pound crowns against Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas on September 14

Canelo Alvarez is reportedly being stripped of one super middleweight crown as he prepares to defend his three others against Edgar Berlanga on September 14 in Vegas .

Novak Djokovic hopes Andy Murray has 'best possible farewell' at Paris Olympics

Press conference with 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic, who speaks about Andy Murray's retirement and discusses his dreams of winning a first Olympic gold medal.

Rugby chiefs REJECT Middle Eastern riches with Qatar's £800m Nations Championship bid off the table... with plans for 'Super Bowl'-style weekends in Doha rebuffed over reputational damage concerns

EXCLUSIVE BY CHRIS FOY: Leading unions and World Rugby, the global governing body, have been engaged in secret talks since receiving an offer from the Gulf state.

Paris 2024's novel opening ceremony was well-intentioned but London 2012 it was not... sometimes you cannot beat a stadium, writes IAN HERBERT

IAN HERBERT IN PARIS: For the Tokyo closing ceremony three years ago, plans were laid to beam a live feed of the Tricolor being hoisted up the Eiffel Tower.