Aston Villa open contract talks with Ezri Konsa

Aston Villa open contract talks with Ezri Konsa as a reward for his fine form under Unai Emery, with former boss Dean Smith admitting he ‘doesn’t know why’ he hasn’t been picked for England Konsa has been a regular for Villa under three different managers since signing Smith branded the

Coco Gauff shares touching story behind t-shirt dad wore at US Open final

Halep given four-year ban from tennis over doping offences American tennis sensation Coco Gauff has revealed why her father, Corey, wore a t-shirt reading “imagine” during her US Open final win. The 19-year-old World No. 3 defeated her World No. 1 opponent Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to claim the

Mikel Arteta issues Gabriel Martinelli injury update ahead of Arsenal vs PSV

Mikel Arteta says Gabriel Martinelli will miss Arsenal’s Champions League opener against PSV on Wednesday night but could be in contention to return against Tottenham at the weekend. Arsenal news, exclusives and analysis The Brazil international was forced off with a hamstring injury during Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Everton at

Prem footballers urged to stop using snus as it causes ‘high level of concern’

Bookmark For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter Thank you for subscribing! For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter We have more newsletters Premier League football stars are causing a “high level of concern” with their increasing use of snus.

173 modern-era nominees announced for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024

Nine players in their first year of eligibility are among the list of 173 Modern-Era Nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.  Those making the list for consideration for the first time include wide receivers Brandon Marshall and Jordy Nelson, tight end Antonio Gates, running back

Harry Kane defends ‘scapegoated’ Harry Maguire amid ‘unnecessary scrutiny’

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Thanks for signing up to the Football email Harry Kane defended Harry Maguire as the England captain hit out at the way the defender has been

Erik ten Hag receives double Man Utd injury boost ahead of Bayern Munich clash

Manchester United have received a much needed double injury boost ahead of an acid test of their Champions League credentials against Bayern Munich. Manchester United news, exclusives and analysis The Reds could be forgiven for heading to Germany in less than optimistic mood following a chastening start to the new

10 THINGS WE LEARNED from the Premier League

Age is catching up with Casemiro, Jurgen Klopp’s got Liverpool believing again and West Ham are brought back down to earth by Man City – 10 THINGS WE LEARNED from the Premier League Liverpool have their confidence back after coming from behind against Wolves But Manchester United’s woes continue with

Who reclaims top spot in this week's POWER RANKINGS?

Mohamed Salah continues to star for Liverpool as James Ward-Prowse keeps up his fine start to life at West Ham… but who reclaims top spot in this week’s POWER RANKINGS after another goal? Manchester City continue to lead the Premier League table after another win Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal are

Crystal Palace give update on Roy Hodgson after ex-England boss was taken unwell

Roy Hodgson has recovered from illness and will be back in the dugout this weekend, Crystal Palace have announced. The 76-year-old manager was ‘taken unwell’ last Saturday morning and subsequently missed his side’s 3-1 loss at Aston Villa. It was not clear why exactly the former England boss was ill,