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Man United fans hail 'game-changer' Joshua Zirkzee following comeback win against Southampton - after the £36.5m summer signing was jeered off on his last Old Trafford appearance

Manchester United fans lavished Joshua Zirkzee with praise after his cameo appearance off the bench inspired a 3-1 comeback win against Southampton on Thursday night.

SailGP Auckland: Everything you need to know about the fastest show on sails

The world's best sailors are gathered on the Waitematā Harbour in a high-speed pursuit of excellence. Here are all the details.

Who will be 'the next big thing' in men's tennis?

Opinion - Who will replace greats Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and the still playing Novak Djokovic, Dave Worsley asks.

Crunch time in Investec Champions Cup for English contenders as Bath prepare for the game of the weekend and Leicester hunt home tie

ALEX BYWATER: Northampton and Leicester have already secured their passage to the latter rounds, while Saracens only need a point to join them. Mail Sports look at five things to look our for.

PGA Tour makes huge decision on Tiger Woods' Genesis tournament in Pacific Palisades amid LA fires

The Genesis Invitational was slated to be hosted by Tiger Woods between February 13 and February 16 at Riviera Country Club - the iconic golf course located in Pacific Palisades.

SailGP: Business owners excited as 25,000 people expected at Auckland harbour

The event is already drawing crowds, with some saying the harbour feels livelier than ever.

Arteta hails 'sensational' Arsenal after comeback win over Tottenham

Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal's sensational display after they bounced back from recent cup disappointment to win 2-1 at home to Tottenham and reignite their Premier League title hopes.

The Story Of The Unstoppable Ford GT40

The wounded pride of one created an American legend as Ford sought to establish itself as a serious competitor in endurance racing. What followed was a pricey revenge, and here is the story.

Aston Martin target Max Verstappen in £1BILLION deal for Red Bull's four-time world champion to turn Formula One on its head - after signing up £20m-a-year star designer Adrian Newey

Aston Martin are telling potential sponsors that Max Verstappen will join them in their ambitious bid to win the world title, in a £1billion deal that would be one of the biggest in the history of sport.

Moment Man United manager Ruben Amorim walks out at Old Trafford

Moment Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim walks out at Old Trafford while Stone Roses plays. Man United was set to face off with Southampton in the Premier League.

Ranking Formula 1’s Best Drivers by Career Victories

The history of Formula 1 has been defined by extraordinary achievements, incredible skill, and unmatched determination. This article highlights the ten most successful drivers in the sport’s history, ranked by their career victories. These drivers have consistently set new standards in racing, breaking records and redefining what is possible in Formula 1. Their accomplishments continue to inspire fans and competitors around the world, cementing their legacies in motorsport history.

Sailing sorority eye top jobs as onboard barriers dissolve

SailGP's first female driver may be just the foot in the door needed for other women to follow.

Liverpool are dealt fresh injury blow to Arne Slot's frontline ahead of Brentford trip

LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool have been dealt a potential injury blow ahead of their weekend trip to Brentford as Reds boss Arne Slot revealed one of his key attackers missed training on Thursday.

Gregor Townsend thrilled after Fergus Burke, who could have played for England and the All Blacks, pledges his future to Scotland for the Six Nations

Gregor Townsend has expressed his delight after Saracens fly-half Fergus Burke pledged his international future to Scotland rather than England.

Boat setback forces France out of SailGP Auckland

The French will have to settle for watching from the shore, as the fleet tries to break their official speed record on the Waitematā Harbour.

Man United 3-1 Southampton - PLAYER RATINGS: Amad Diallo is the ace in Ruben Amorim's pack but which defender was given the runaround? And who looked crestfallen when they were hooked?

Man United were again rescued by Amad Diallo as the 22-year-old scored a late hat-trick to turn the tables on Southampton at Old Trafford on Thursday night.

Premier League drop PSR complaint against Everton - as division rule it's not 'appropriate or proportionate' to pursue outstanding case

LEWIS STEELE: The league decided it would not be 'appropriate or proportionate' to pursue an outstanding case against Everton which related to the club's second points deduction last season.

Learner Tien beats Daniil Medvedev and is the youngest US man in Australia's 3rd round since Sampras

Learner Tien beats Daniil Medvedev and is the youngest US man in Australia's 3rd round since Sampras - Learner Tien has become the youngest American man to reach the Australian Open’s third round since Pete Sampras in 1990

The top 10 female surfers around the world – ranked

Every current Premier League club’s greatest ever manager

Leicester seal their first January signing as Ruud van Nistelrooy bids to strengthen his squad for relegation fight

Boss Ruud van Nistelrooy had been desperate to bring in specialist competition at right-back for James Justin, who has struggled at times this season.

Anthony Watson retires: Former England Rugby World Cup and Lions star is forced to quit at 30 due to 'horrendous' injury problems

ALEX BYWATER: A former England and British & Irish Lions superstar has made the difficult decision to end their career at 30-years-old amidst a myriad of serious injury complaints in recent years.

Ranked: The 15 greatest golfers of all time

Glamorous tennis WAG Ayan Broomfield slams the Australian Open for not having enough people of colour in the crowd

The glamourous tennis-playing girlfriend of American star Frances Tiafoe has made a huge gesture in a bid to get more people of colour through the gates at the Australian Open.

Luke Littler WINS his first match since becoming world champion as he books his place in the Bahrain Masters quarter-finals

Just 13 days after becoming the sport's youngest ever champion at the age of just 17, Littler was back in action as he took on Filipino star Lourence Ilagan.

17 of the greatest female tennis players in history

Who are the greatest players in the history of women’s tennis? We’ve compiled a list of 20 of the greatest women to ever swing a racket. Take a look at these Open-era aces and see who’s No. 1.

Our Top 11: The ultimate Champions League team

Amad Diallo bailed out by Manchester United fans after FORGETTING to claim the match ball - after his stunning hat-trick inspired win over Southampton

Amad continued his rise at Man United on Thursday night with a late treble against rock bottom Saints, as the Red Devils came from behind to earn a 3-1 win.

Gary Neville says Liverpool move could ‘cost them the title’

Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios drop bombshells about their future after Australian Open doubles disaster

The Special Ks' attempt to duplicate their run to the men's doubles title in 2022 came to a shattering end on Thursday night - and there was more bad news for their fans in the aftermath.

Shohei Ohtani issues rare public statement amid LA fires

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has made a rare public comment outside of baseball to speak on the ongoing southern California wildfires that have killed 25 people thus far.

Enzo Maresca happy for Reece James after fit-again captain scores late leveller

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca said Reece James deserved his moment after his free-kick rescued a point in the fifth minute of stoppage time against Bournemouth. The captain continued his comeback from a hamstring injury as a second-half substitute and rifled in the goal at the death that made it 2-2, but nevertheless Maresca saw his side's winless run in the Premier League stretch to five games. It was James' first league goal since he netted in a draw with Tottenham in August 2022, as he marked his return to the side in a league game for the first time since November.

'Sick of losing' Breakers stun defending champions

The New Zealand Breakers are basking in the winning feeling, which has eluded them for most of the NBL season, after overpowering the defending champion Tasmania JackJumpers 85-75

Jack Draper silences boo-boys as he channels Andy Murray to oust Thanasi Kokkinakis in five-set Australian Open epic - as Jacob Fearnley wins to set up Alexander Zverev showdown

MATTHEW LAMBERT IN MELBOURNE: If Jack Draper is trying to avoid comparisons to the great Andy Murray he is going about things entirely the wrong way.

Michael Owen identifies 'brilliant' replacement for Mo Salah as Liverpool star's contract saga rumbles on

Michael Owen has identified who Liverpool should sign as Mo Salah's replacement should the Egypt star leave Anfield this summer. Salah is in the last six months of his contract.

Kylian Mbappe scores brilliant solo goal after picking the ball up in his OWN HALF to help fire Real Madrid into the Copa del Rey quarter-finals

Kylian Mbappe lit up the Bernabeu on Thursday night as he dribbled from his own half to score a brilliant solo goal in Real Madrid's 5-2 extra-time victory over Celta Vigo in the Copa del Rey.

Novak Djokovic seals second-round win with a kiss for coach Andy Murray - but Serbian struggles AGAIN for consistency against qualifier Jaime Faria

MATTHEW LAMBERT ON ROD LAVER ARENA: This was a tricky encounter for the new duo, as Djokovic was taken to four sets for the second round in a row at this year's Australian Open.

Erling Haaland speaks out on why he signed staggering new NINE-AND-A-HALF-YEAR deal to stay at Man City until 2034

Erling Haaland has expressed his happiness after signing a staggering new nine-and-a-half-year deal to stay at Man City until 2034.

Ranking the 25 best footballers of the 20th century

'I wanted to be in the game all the time': Denis Law reflects on career

'I wanted to be in the game all the time', said Denis Law as he reflected on being 'fiesty player'. The football legend died at age 84, and was known as one of the fames of United Trinity.

Manchester United block Marcus Rashford from signing for Premier League rival

Who should Phoenix and Auckland target in the transfer market?

An ex-Roma wonderkid and a shock defection? The mid-season A-League transfer period has opened, writes Mathew Nash.

Ruben Amorim sends 'rollercoaster' warning over Man United's struggles as he names the 'most difficult' thing that players are trying to change after topsy-turvy win against Southampton

CHRIS WHEELER: Ruben Amorim has warned that Manchester United's 'rollercoaster' ride is going to continue for the rest of the season after beating Southampton in dramatic fashion on Thursday.

Owen Hargreaves blasts mad Manchester United transfer decision after Southampton win

Man United take major step closer to 100,000-seat new super-stadium and DEMOLISHING Old Trafford after task force uncovered capacity limit

MIKE KEEGAN: Mail Sport understands that key figures at the Premier League giants are hopeful that enabling work could start on the project before the end of THIS year.

Denis Law, legendary Manchester United and Scotland goalscorer, dies aged 84

Denis Law, legendary Manchester United and Scotland goalscorer, dies aged 84 - The striker, part of Man Utd’s ‘Holy Trinity’ with George Best and Bobby Charlton, established himself as one of the great finishers in the game and claimed the Ballon d’Or

Nottingham Forest showdown with Arsenal next month is set to be moved to avoid Nuno's high-flyers playing twice in just 48 hours

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Forest are due to travel to Newcastle on February 23, before facing Arsenal in an evening kick-off at the City Ground two days later.

FA Cup fourth round TV picks are confirmed - with Man United to kick off the weekend and both Liverpool and Tottenham also selected for coverage

Several top Premier League sides remain involved after an action-packed third-round weekend finishing just days ago, with Manchester City and Liverpool among favourites to win trophy.

Aston Martin Eyes Verstappen in $1.2 Billion Power Move

Aston Martin is making waves in the Formula 1 world with rumors of a groundbreaking $1.22 billion deal to lure Max Verstappen from Red Bull. With bold ambitions, a star designer onboard, and financial firepower, this move could redefine the competitive landscape of Formula 1.

24 musicians who had promising sports careers – ranked