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Sabah complete remarkable Champions League rise under Valdas Dambrauskas
Champions League

Sabah complete remarkable Champions League rise under Valdas Dambrauskas

Azerbaijani champions Sabah have reached the Champions League after navigating four qualifying ties under Valdas Dambrauskas. Their campaign now takes the Lithuanian coach back to Manchester United, where his coaching journey began.

Staff September 7, 2026
Gareth Anscombe’s Scarlets Debut Delayed by Registration Issue
Rugby

Gareth Anscombe’s Scarlets Debut Delayed by Registration Issue

A registration issue kept Gareth Anscombe out of Scarlets’ pre-season win at Exeter. The Welsh club hopes to clear the fly-half in time to face Dragons on September 11.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Red Star Fans Display Ratko Mladic Tifo Before Belgrade Derby
Soccer

Red Star Fans Display Ratko Mladic Tifo Before Belgrade Derby

Red Star Belgrade supporters displayed a tifo depicting convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic before a 2-1 derby victory over Partizan. The incident followed a UEFA fine for a similar banner last month.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
New Neco Williams Footage Adds Detail to Contested VAR Handball Call
Premier League

New Neco Williams Footage Adds Detail to Contested VAR Handball Call

Fresh footage appears to show the ball contacting Neco Williams' arms before his disallowed goal against Tottenham. The images clarify the incident but do not settle the dispute over the evidence used by VAR.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Raya Credits Arsenal Title Relief for Perfect Premier League Start
Premier League

Raya Credits Arsenal Title Relief for Perfect Premier League Start

David Raya says Arsenal are playing with greater confidence after ending their long wait for the Premier League title. The champions moved to nine points from three matches with a 2-1 home victory over Chelsea.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Leus du Plooy to Leave Middlesex After South Africa Recommitment
Cricket

Leus du Plooy to Leave Middlesex After South Africa Recommitment

Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will depart after the 2026 season as he pursues the possibility of representing South Africa. His change from local to overseas status invalidates a contract that had been due to run through 2027.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Belgian FA Seeks FIFA Council Review of Balogun Ban Decision
Soccer

Belgian FA Seeks FIFA Council Review of Balogun Ban Decision

Belgium's football federation wants FIFA's handling of Folarin Balogun's suspended World Cup ban discussed at the governing body's next council meeting. The RBFA also says it will not support Gianni Infantino for another term as FIFA president.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Kevin Pietersen joins England white-ball staff as specialist mentor
Cricket

Kevin Pietersen joins England white-ball staff as specialist mentor

Kevin Pietersen has joined England’s white-ball coaching team as a specialist mentor for the 12-month build-up to the 2027 Cricket World Cup.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Leicester captain Souttar says players responsible after 4-0 Oxford defeat
Soccer

Leicester captain Souttar says players responsible after 4-0 Oxford defeat

Leicester captain Harry Souttar said the players must take responsibility for a 4-0 home loss to Oxford United that intensified scrutiny around the League One club.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Coco Gauff says Alexandra Eala faces greater pressure as Philippine trailblazer
Tennis

Coco Gauff says Alexandra Eala faces greater pressure as Philippine trailblazer

Coco Gauff says Alexandra Eala carries exceptional expectations as the first Filipino woman to break several barriers in elite tennis. Eala reached the US Open third round after a season of historic results.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Harry Souttar says Leicester players must own Oxford collapse
Soccer

Harry Souttar says Leicester players must own Oxford collapse

Leicester captain Harry Souttar said the players fell below the minimum competitive standard in a 4-0 home defeat by Oxford United. The loss increased pressure on head coach Russell Martin before a trip to Stockport County.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
World Rugby begins smaller-ball trial in women's WXV Global Series
Rugby Union

World Rugby begins smaller-ball trial in women's WXV Global Series

World Rugby is trialling a size 4.5 ball across the women's WXV Global Series in September and October. Players have reported mixed early results, and the governing body says a full analysis is planned for early 2027.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Shelton Sweeps Tsitsipas to Book Alcaraz US Open Quarterfinal
US Open

Shelton Sweeps Tsitsipas to Book Alcaraz US Open Quarterfinal

Ben Shelton beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 under the Arthur Ashe Stadium lights, sending the American into a high-profile US Open quarterfinal against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Christopher Bell Ends 33-Race Drought With Southern 500 Victory
NASCAR

Christopher Bell Ends 33-Race Drought With Southern 500 Victory

Christopher Bell passed Kyle Larson with 12 laps remaining to win the Southern 500 at Darlington, ending a 33-race winless run and moving to second in NASCAR's Chase standings.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Thomas Carty Team Alleges Illegal Blows and Loose Ropes in David Allen No-Contest
Boxing

Thomas Carty Team Alleges Illegal Blows and Loose Ropes in David Allen No-Contest

Thomas Carty's team says illegal punches and loose ropes contributed to his fall from the ring against David Allen at Croke Park. Carty was treated for a suspected concussion and the heavyweight bout ended as a no-contest.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Sabalenka Overpowers Townsend to Keep US Open Three-Peat Alive
Tennis

Sabalenka Overpowers Townsend to Keep US Open Three-Peat Alive

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3 to reach a sixth straight US Open quarter-final and extend her winning run in New York to 17 matches.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Wigan captain Liam Farrell to retire at end of 2026 season
Rugby

Wigan captain Liam Farrell to retire at end of 2026 season

Wigan Warriors captain Liam Farrell will retire at the end of the 2026 season after 428 appearances and 18 major trophies. The 36-year-old has spent his entire senior career with the Super League club.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Perkins urges IOC overhaul of Brisbane 2032 sports program
Olympics

Perkins urges IOC overhaul of Brisbane 2032 sports program

Australian Sports Commission chief executive Kieren Perkins has called for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic program to be modernised. The IOC is expected to finalise the program within the next year under a new assessment process.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Tyson Fury Calls Out Oleksandr Usyk as Anthony Joshua Fight Stalls
Boxing

Tyson Fury Calls Out Oleksandr Usyk as Anthony Joshua Fight Stalls

Tyson Fury says he is seeking a new November opponent and has challenged Oleksandr Usyk again as uncertainty over the planned Anthony Joshua fight's location delays an announcement.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Smaller Ball Trial Divides England Players Before WXV Series
Rugby

Smaller Ball Trial Divides England Players Before WXV Series

England players have raised concerns about the size 4.5 ball that World Rugby will trial during the WXV Global Series. The governing body says player feedback and match data will inform its review.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Carter Gordon facing two months out after leg fracture
Rugby

Carter Gordon facing two months out after leg fracture

Wallabies flyhalf Carter Gordon is expected to miss about two months after suffering a leg fracture against Argentina. The injury is set to rule him out of the South Africa Test and the Bledisloe Cup series.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Iliman Ndiaye says Manchester City call was impossible to refuse
Transfers

Iliman Ndiaye says Manchester City call was impossible to refuse

Iliman Ndiaye has explained why he chose Manchester City after completing a £60 million move from Everton. The Senegal international made an immediate Premier League debut in City's 1-0 win over Coventry.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Iliman Ndiaye Embraces Champions League Step After Manchester City Debut
Soccer

Iliman Ndiaye Embraces Champions League Step After Manchester City Debut

Iliman Ndiaye says Champions League football drove his deadline-day move from Everton to Manchester City. The winger went straight into the starting lineup for a 1-0 win over Coventry.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Gemma Stevens wins Burghley Horse Trials for first time
Equestrian

Gemma Stevens wins Burghley Horse Trials for first time

Gemma Stevens and Chilli Knight secured the British rider's first Burghley Horse Trials title with a faultless showjumping round. She completed the event on her original dressage score of 29.6.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Loek Hartog pulls Ollie Millroy from burning Ferrari during Shanghai race
Motorsport

Loek Hartog pulls Ollie Millroy from burning Ferrari during Shanghai race

Dutch driver Loek Hartog stopped during a China GT Championship race in Shanghai and pulled Britain’s Ollie Millroy from a burning Ferrari. Millroy reported multiple injuries, while organisers said they would investigate emergency and safety procedures.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Kerjota's 96th-minute winner sends Hearts second after fourth straight league win
Scottish Premiership

Kerjota's 96th-minute winner sends Hearts second after fourth straight league win

Sabah Kerjota scored in the 96th minute as Hearts recovered to beat Dundee and record a fourth consecutive Scottish Premiership victory. The result also extended the club’s home league winning streak to 10 matches.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Hamilton Says Ferrari Team-Order Decision Comes Too Late After Monza Setback
Racing

Hamilton Says Ferrari Team-Order Decision Comes Too Late After Monza Setback

Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari has waited too long to consider prioritising him over Charles Leclerc in the Formula 1 title race. A difficult Italian Grand Prix left Hamilton 76 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Kimi Antonelli storms from 19th to end Italy's 60-year Monza wait
Racing

Kimi Antonelli storms from 19th to end Italy's 60-year Monza wait

Kimi Antonelli charged from 19th on the grid to win the Italian Grand Prix, becoming the first Italian in 60 years to triumph in his home race. The Mercedes driver now leads teammate George Russell by 66 points.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Iliman Ndiaye completes £60m Manchester City move and makes winning debut
Soccer

Iliman Ndiaye completes £60m Manchester City move and makes winning debut

Iliman Ndiaye joined Manchester City from Everton for £60m on deadline day before starting in a 1-0 Premier League win over Coventry. The move followed an earlier agreement involving Tottenham that did not proceed.

Staff Sep 7, 2026
Hartog Rescues Millroy From Burning Car in China GT Crash
Motorsport

Hartog Rescues Millroy From Burning Car in China GT Crash

Loek Hartog stopped during a China GT race in Shanghai and pulled rival Ollie Millroy from a burning Ferrari. Millroy sustained multiple fractures and a bruised lung, while organizers promised a review of the emergency response.

Staff Sep 7, 2026