Harvey Barnes rejects chance to play for Scots at World Cup

Steve Clarke has been dealt a major blow ahead of the World Cup after Harvey Barnes turned down the chance to represent Scotland.

Aston Villa 1-0 Brighton: James Milner makes history as Carlos Baleba has a nightmare

NATHAN SALT: This was a tale of two midfielders, one in the infancy of his Premier League career and the other firmly part of the furniture, some may even say a treasured antique.

Peter Dean urges his son to leave hospital to play in trial match after Carlton icon was assaulted

Carlton legend Peter Dean told his son Harry to leave his hospital bedside to play in a practice match this week to play in a practise match, after the AFL great was allegedly assaulted.

World Cup 2026: Messi could say no to Argentina!

What if Lionel Messi does not take part in the 2026 World Cup in the...

Driver misjudges line at Nürburgring

A Touristenfahrten session at the Nürburgring Nordschleife takes an unexpected turn when a car runs wide and leaves the racing line. What begins as a routine lap quickly becomes a tense moment as the driver struggles to maintain control. The footage highlights how small misjudgments can lead to risky situations on the demanding Nordschleife circuit.

England lose to ruthless West Indies at T20 World Cup as eight-game winning run ends

RICHARD GIBSON IN MUMBAI: England's eight-game winning run came crashing to a halt in a repeat of the 2016 Twenty20 World Cup final.

World Cup ticket prices skyrocket on FIFA re-sale site

One category three seat for the final was advertised at US$143,750, more than 41 times its original face value of US$3,450.

Inside Ireland's Fittest Family judge Andrew Trimble's life off camera

What do we know about Andrew Trimble's life off camera? Aside from his much-documented career on the rugby pitch playing for Ireland, Andrew has also proven to be a savvy tech entrepreneur and is a devoted father and husband. Today's top videos Here's what you need to know about Andrew: Early life Andrew hails from […]

Former Tottenham manager David Pleat, 81, returns home from hospital to recover after worrying fall

Pleat was permitted to return home from hospital on Thursday after receiving a fortnight of medical care following his fall during Queens Park Rangers ' clash with Wrexham at Loftus Road.

Bike vs parkour in a race across Edinburgh

A bike rider and a parkour athlete go head-to-head in a fast-paced race through the historic streets of Edinburgh, Scotland — all captured in stunning 8K resolution. Narrow alleys, stair sets, rooftops, and cobbled streets — who comes out on top in this ultimate city challenge?

Drake loses a million dollars on a Super Bowl bet

Craig Bellamy dishes up cheeky Cameron Smith dig as Storm legend joins the Broncos

Craig Bellamy has joked that the Melbourne Storm 'tore up' Cameron Smith's membership after he revealed that he'd be joining the Brisbane Broncos as a coach.

WRC Sweden: Evans leads as Solberg drops to P5 after lucky escape

Toyota holds 1-2-3 as Hyundai and M-Sport struggle on Friday morning

Igor Tudor appointed Tottenham interim boss: Former Juventus manager replaces Thomas Frank

Spurs chiefs Vinai Venkatesham and Johan Lange, who have led the search, want to consider a wider pool of candidates in the summer for the next permanent head coach.

PSG vs OM – Algerino is waiting for Monaco to confirm... but his debrief has gaps

For Le Parisien, Jimmy Algerino tempers the enthusiasm after PSG-OM: for him, the real test will come in the Champions League playoff against Monaco. He welcomes the return of competition, questions Hakimi, judges Doué to be “lagging behind,” and places Barcola “ahead.” Except that the match also tells a different story. Algerino: “The good news is that competition will be back.” “The players have their sights set on the period starting in...

Jack Grealish, Phil Foden and Marcus Rashford's barber caught drink-driving in £180,000 Lamborghini

Ahmed Al Sanawi, 35, has cut the hair of stars including Jack Grealish, Phil Foden and Marcus Rashford, but he lost his cool one night after charging around in his £180,000 bright yellow car.

PSG vs Paris FC – The Parisian squad called up by Paulo César with 7 players missing

This Saturday, the women’s teams of Paris Saint-Germain (5th in Ligue 1) and Paris FC (4th in D2) will face off at the PSG Campus (broadcast on the Ligue 1 Arkéma YouTube channel) at 5:00 PM CET in the semi-finals of the 2025-2026 LFFP Cup. Here is the Paris FC squad for this match. Unavailable: Katarzyna Kiedrzynek, Paulina Dudek, Vitória Yaya, Tanté Diakité, Baby Jordy Benera, Agueissa Diarra, Griedge Mbock

Condoms in Winter Olympics athletes’ village run out in days after major supply cut

Condoms in the athletes’ village at the Winter Olympics have reportedly already run out, three days into the games. The Winter Games kicked off last week in Milan-Cortina, with those watching around the world expected to become immediate armchair experts at sports such as biathlons, curling, and cross-country skiing. With all of the athletes at […]

Real Madrid sinks the Super League, UEFA claims victory

The Super League, a rival competition project to the Champions League launched in 2021, has...

Swiatek, Rybakina fight back to reach Qatar Open quarter-finals

Both world No 2 Iga Swiatek and No 3 Elena Rybakina came from a set down to rally for wins, keeping their title hopes alive.

Obscure badminton rules that often confuse even experienced fans

Badminton Rules that are sure to leave you confused, even after reading them.

Inside retired jockey Rachael Blackmore's life with husband Brian Hayes

Rachael Blackmore is a household name in sport, but after years at the top of her game, the Gold Cup and Grand National-winning jockey retired. The Irish jockey announced she was retiring in May 2025 and gave a special mention to her partner, fellow jockey Brian Hayes. She stated, 'Brian Hayes won't enjoy getting a […]

Olympics scandal erupts over ice dance judging

America's Madison Chock and Evan Bates were dramatically denied victory by a French pair shrouded in controversy - despite believing they delivered a 'flawless... gold-medal performance.'

Exclusive: Ireland captain Paul Stirling out of World Cup

Ireland captain Paul Stirling’s World Cup is over after he suffered an injury to his posterior cruciate ligament in the loss to Australia today. The 33-year-old took a diving catch to dismiss Josh Inglis early in Australia’s innings, and landed on the point of his knee on a hard part of the dry ground. He […]

Winter Olympian secures gold medal months after receiving jail sentence for robbing teammate

Aruwin proud to be skiing for M’sia again at the Winter Olympics

Alpine skier Aruwin Salehhuddin, who turns 22 on Feb 14, is all set to compete at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Cyberattacks at the Olympic Games: how Italy blocked intrusions claimed to be of Russian origin

On the heels of the Winter Games, Italy announced that it had stopped a series of cyberattacks that it attributed to actors “of Russian origin.” The targets included government infrastructure, Olympic-related websites, and even local hotels. In a context where digital security is becoming as essential as physical security, this episode deserves calm and clear […]

England's pre-World Cup opponents revealed with Tuchel's squad to set up camp at Kansas City base

MIKE KEEGAN: The Three Lions will stage a pre-tournament camp in South Florida before, as previously reported, moving to Kansas City when the action kicks off.

Verstappen slams "anti-racing" and "not fun" F1 2026 cars

Max Verstappen has taken a sledgehammer to Formula 1's new regulations for 2026, with the four-time world champion saying the cars are not helping him stay in the series

Sainz offers intriguing F1 2026 engine insight as Red Bull Ford a step ahead

Carlos Sainz backs Toto Wolff's view that Red Bull Ford's hybrid engines are setting an early benchmark at Bahrain's first Formula 1 test

5 Olympic moments that changed badminton forever

From unforgettable smashes to historic gold-medal triumphs, these five Olympic moments didn’t just win titles—they transformed badminton forever. Relive the victories, rivalries, and breakthroughs that shaped the modern game and inspired millions worldwide. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to badminton, this countdown celebrates the legends and performances that redefined greatness on the sport’s biggest stage.

5 legendary badminton finals every fan must watch

Badminton has delivered some of the most intense championship moments in sports history. From Olympic showdowns to World Championship thrillers, these legendary finals feature Lin Dan, Lee Chong Wei, P.V. Sindhu, Carolina Marin, and Viktor Axelsen at their absolute best. Relive the pressure, rivalry, and unforgettable rallies that defined modern badminton greatness.

Hull City 0-4 Chelsea: Pedro Neto nets first Blues hat-trick as they cruise into FA Cup fifth round

IAN LADYMAN: Chelsea were largely superior from the start. The conditions may have been awful but initially Chelsea only seemed to be affected whenever they reached the penalty area.

Chinese Olympic snowboarder avoids serious injury after nasty crash

Liu Jiayu sustained no spinal abnormalities after somersaulting into the snow during the halfpipe qualifying round.

Inter Miami announces major setback for Lionel Messi

Inter Miami CF captain Lionel Messi has suffered a setback. The club confirmed that he...

Canada's Olympic hockey team speaks out on school shooting

The Canadian men's hockey team has joined countless others in mourning the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, where nine were killed.

Barry Connell on Marine Nationale's chances at the Cheltenham Festival

DOMINIC KING IN KILDARE: Racing enthrals him, horses captivate him and it doesn't take long to appreciate he is wondering, at every minute, how he can keep finding marginal gains.

Rohl piles the pressure on Hearts ahead of Ibrox showdown as Rangers boss reacts to fans' criticism

Rangers boss Danny Rohl claims the pressure is on Hearts going into Sunday's top-of-the-table clash at Ibrox.

Happy Lunar New Year! What does the year of the Fire Horse mean for you?

Have those resolutions become a thing of the past? Is the idea of that gym membership becoming less attractive? But there is a chance you could start again as the Lunar New Year hits on Tuesday. Celebrations for the event begin in Dublin on February 14 and continue right through until February 22 and festival […]

5 times underdogs shocked the badminton world

They weren’t supposed to win. No one predicted these outcomes. But when the pressure peaked and expectations were lowest, history took a dramatic turn. This video relives five unforgettable moments that changed badminton forever and proved why underdogs make sports truly magical.

Dyche sacked by Forest after dismal Wolves draw

Club owner Evangelos Marinakis’ patience wore thin again after Sean Dyche’s team were booed off the pitch.

Physiotherapist reveals the most common injuries caused by running

We're halfway through February, and you might be wondering when the 2026 health kick you promised yourself six weeks ago will begin - is it time to join a run club?

Scottish WWE star Joe Hendry admits he’s definitely upset people in the past

Wrestlers have been annoyed at him before.

Tony Stewart: "It was starting to get fun" right before race-ending crash

Stewart was just biding his time when another truck lost control, ending his night before he got to do much racing

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Antonelli leads Russell in Mercedes 1-2 on day three

Antonelli topped a Mercedes 1-2 on the final day of this week's 2026 Bahrain pre-season test

Evangelos Marinakis sacks Sean Dyche in brutal 12.31am statement: Forest's third sacking this season

Dyche follows Nuno Espirito Santo and Ange Postecoglou out of the door. When he took over, Forest were two points from safety and he departs with them three points above the drop zone.

How regular fishing trips helped a rising NRL star recover from his second ACL setback

NRL star Helium Luki has endured a horrendous run of injuries in recent times - and now he's revealed how a common pastime helped him recover.

BBC viewers are muting Olympics commentators who talk like teens and use too much sports jargon

BBC viewers have been 'watching the Winter Olympics on mute' because they're baffled by sport commentators' who talk 'like 13-year-olds'.

Patriots move coach who battled cancer throughout the season into a new role after Super Bowl loss

The New England Patriots have moved defensive coordinator Terrell Williams, who was diagnosed with cancer last fall, into a new role following their Super Bowl defeat.

PSG vs OM – The Parc des Princes caught out by the disciplinary committee

Paris Saint-Germain will be summoned before the LFP’s disciplinary committee on Wednesday, February 18, following chants and a banner deemed problematic during the Classique against Marseille at the Parc des Princes. Proceedings have been opened under the “field policing” regulations, and the club will have to present its observations, as revealed by L’Equipe. “PSG to be summoned before the disciplinary committee on Wednesday, February 18” “This...