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Rory McIlroy handed two-stroke penalty at Abu Dhabi Championship
Golf

Rory McIlroy handed two-stroke penalty at Abu Dhabi Championship

Rory McIlroy’s opening score was revised to 70 after a penalty for improving his lie, leaving him eight shots behind Francesco Laporta.

Staff • November 5, 2026
Brazilian under-20 semi-final produces 53 dismissals after mass brawl
Football

Brazilian under-20 semi-final produces 53 dismissals after mass brawl

A Minas Gerais youth semi-final between Uberlandia and Mamore resulted in 53 dismissals involving players, coaches and club officials. Uberlandia subsequently forfeited the return leg, sending Mamore through.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Jesus Owono withdraws from Equatorial Guinea squad after Jesus de Miguel's death
Football

Jesus Owono withdraws from Equatorial Guinea squad after Jesus de Miguel's death

Jesus Owono has requested to miss Equatorial Guinea's November Afcon qualifiers following Jesus de Miguel's death. The federation confirmed his absence from the squad for two games against Zimbabwe.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Seamus Coleman takes training and leadership role in Ireland squad
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Seamus Coleman takes training and leadership role in Ireland squad

Seamus Coleman will train with the Republic of Ireland squad and support the coaching staff without joining the playing list. Nathan Collins returns as Heimir Hallgrimsson names 24 players for the November internationals.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Seamus Coleman handed Ireland leadership role as Collins returns to squad
Football

Seamus Coleman handed Ireland leadership role as Collins returns to squad

Seamus Coleman will train with the Republic of Ireland and support the coaching staff without joining the playing squad. Nathan Collins and Harvey Vale return for the Nations League fixtures against Austria and Kosovo.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mamoré reach youth final after mass brawl as suspension ruling draws protest
Football

Mamoré reach youth final after mass brawl as suspension ruling draws protest

Mamoré secured promotion after Uberlândia withdrew from their semi-final return leg. Fellow semi-finalists Aymorés have challenged the handling of suspensions following the mass brawl.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Gloucestershire to adopt Bristol identity for 2027 T20 Blast
Cricket

Gloucestershire to adopt Bristol identity for 2027 T20 Blast

Gloucestershire will switch to a Bristol identity in the T20 Blast from 2027 as competition revenue falls. The plans have drawn criticism from a long-standing member over the county connection.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Fenerbahce overturn Liverpool lead to win 3-2 in Kuyt farewell
Football

Fenerbahce overturn Liverpool lead to win 3-2 in Kuyt farewell

Archie Brown and Vedat Muriqi scored six minutes apart as Fenerbahce ended Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start. The win came in Dirk Kuyt’s final match as interim coach.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Laura Kaminski celebrates Norwegian double in first season at Brann
Football

Laura Kaminski celebrates Norwegian double in first season at Brann

Laura Kaminski has guided Brann to Norway’s league-and-cup double in her debut season. The former Crystal Palace manager says the move has broadened her coaching experience.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty after 234 caps
Football

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty after 234 caps

Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his Portugal career with 146 goals in 234 appearances. The Portuguese federation plans to honour its record scorer following his retirement announcement.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mamoré advance after Uberlândia withdrawal follows 53-dismissal semi-final
News

Mamoré advance after Uberlândia withdrawal follows 53-dismissal semi-final

Mamoré reached the Minas Gerais under-20 final after Uberlândia conceded the return leg following a match with 53 dismissals.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Kozo Tashima announces challenge to Infantino for FIFA presidency
News

Kozo Tashima announces challenge to Infantino for FIFA presidency

Japan Football Association honorary president Kozo Tashima has announced plans to contest March’s FIFA election. His declaration adds a second challenger ahead of the November nomination deadline.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Bromley appoint Karl Robinson as manager with club bottom of League One
Football

Bromley appoint Karl Robinson as manager with club bottom of League One

Karl Robinson has signed a long-term contract at Bromley, who sit bottom of League One. Interim boss Byron Webster will remain on the coaching staff following Andy Woodman's departure.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo announces Portugal retirement after 23-year international career
News

Cristiano Ronaldo announces Portugal retirement after 23-year international career

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his international retirement with 234 Portugal appearances and 146 goals. The Portuguese federation plans a tribute to its departing captain.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mark Robinson returns to Sussex as part-time director of cricket
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Mark Robinson returns to Sussex as part-time director of cricket

Mark Robinson has returned to Sussex as director of cricket following Paul Farbrace's departure. The former head coach takes a part-time role as the county works through financial difficulties.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Raya urges Arsenal to cut out turnovers after Prague scare
News

Raya urges Arsenal to cut out turnovers after Prague scare

Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 2-1 after first-half goals from Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres. David Raya denied Oskar Kubiak before Wiktor Nowak scored late for the hosts.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
USOPC reviews outside investment in Team USA commercial rights
Olympics

USOPC reviews outside investment in Team USA commercial rights

The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee is examining commercial structures that could bring in private investors. It says any arrangement would preserve its governance and commitment to athletes.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
FA and WSL launch two-phase study into ACL injuries in women’s football
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FA and WSL launch two-phase study into ACL injuries in women’s football

An FA-funded study will survey and interview players and staff across the WSL and WSL2 to investigate ACL injuries and inform prevention and rehabilitation.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Muriqi winner ends Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start in Istanbul
Match Report

Muriqi winner ends Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start in Istanbul

Fenerbahce recovered from two deficits to beat Liverpool 3-2, with Vedat Muriqi scoring the decisive goal in Istanbul.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Wales name Llewellyn and James in midfield as Jenkins returns
Rugby

Wales name Llewellyn and James in midfield as Jenkins returns

Steve Tandy has made seven changes from the Wales side beaten by South Africa, with Sam Costelow selected at fly-half and Dafydd Jenkins back from a knee injury.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Charli Knott hits 104 as Brisbane Heat beat Adelaide Strikers by 14 runs
Match Report

Charli Knott hits 104 as Brisbane Heat beat Adelaide Strikers by 14 runs

Charli Knott scored 104 from 61 balls as Brisbane Heat made 184-4 and held Adelaide Strikers to 170-5 at Drummoyne Oval. Sarah Glenn and Grace Harris took two wickets apiece to secure a 14-run WBBL win.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Wembanyama scores career-high 52 as Spurs edge Mavericks 112-111
NBA

Wembanyama scores career-high 52 as Spurs edge Mavericks 112-111

Victor Wembanyama added 24 rebounds and eight blocks to a career-best 52 points, making the winning free throw as San Antonio beat Dallas 112-111.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Harry Kane extends Bayern Munich contract to June 2029
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Harry Kane extends Bayern Munich contract to June 2029

Harry Kane has signed a two-year extension with Bayern Munich through June 2029. The England captain commits his future after winning the Ballon d’Or and two Bundesliga titles.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Sevastopol win Russian league group despite UEFA restrictions on Crimean clubs
News

Sevastopol win Russian league group despite UEFA restrictions on Crimean clubs

Sevastopol have secured their Russian league group title, while UEFA’s published rules prohibit Crimean clubs from competing in Russian Football Union competitions.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Wrexham beat leaders Middlesbrough as Sam Smith faces nine-month absence
Championship

Wrexham beat leaders Middlesbrough as Sam Smith faces nine-month absence

Wrexham defeated Middlesbrough 2-0, but Phil Parkinson confirmed striker Sam Smith needs surgery and is expected to miss nine months.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
LIV Golf expected to wind down after relaunch financing falls through
News

LIV Golf expected to wind down after relaunch financing falls through

BBC Sport reports that LIV Golf's proposed relaunch has lost its prospective financier after failing to secure enough player commitments. A court announcement is expected on Thursday.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
LIV Golf faces wind-down as BC Partners abandons relaunch funding
Golf

LIV Golf faces wind-down as BC Partners abandons relaunch funding

BBC Sport reports that financing for LIV Golf’s proposed relaunch has fallen through, while South Australia’s premier doubts the Adelaide event will proceed.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
LIV Golf faces wind-down after relaunch investor withdraws, reports say
News

LIV Golf faces wind-down after relaunch investor withdraws, reports say

BC Partners has reportedly withdrawn support for LIV Golf’s proposed revival. A court hearing is expected to address the league’s next steps.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Muriqi winner lifts Fenerbahce past Liverpool after two comebacks
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Muriqi winner lifts Fenerbahce past Liverpool after two comebacks

Fenerbahce beat Liverpool 3-2 in Istanbul after twice falling behind. Vedat Muriqi scored the decisive goal as Liverpool suffered their first Champions League defeat of the campaign.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Fenerbahce fight back to beat Liverpool 3-2 in Champions League
Match Report

Fenerbahce fight back to beat Liverpool 3-2 in Champions League

Archie Brown scored and supplied Vedat Muriqi’s winner as Fenerbahce twice recovered from behind. The defeat ended Liverpool’s perfect start to their Champions League campaign.

Staff Nov 5, 2026