Didier Deschamps

Didier Deschamps confirms France exit after 2026 World Cup

France manager Didier Deschamps has confirmed he will stand down following the 2026 World Cup in 18 months’ time. Deschamps, who holds the distinction of winning the World Cup as both player and manager, has spent 13 years in the job but says he will walk away when his current contract expires after next summer’s…

Newcastle chiefs make new move to replace first teamer with James Trafford

Newcastle chiefs make new move to replace first teamer with James Trafford

Newcastle United are reportedly now showing new interest in signing an “outstanding” player in the January transfer window, replacing an outgoing player in the process. Newcastle transfer news The Magpies have been linked with various possible new signings in recent weeks, including Paris Saint-Germain winger Marco Asensio. The former Real Madrid player could look for…

Catastrophe pour l’équipe de France avant la Coupe du monde 2026 !

Catastrophe pour l’équipe de France avant la Coupe du monde 2026 !

Si l’annonce du départ de Didier Deschamps de son poste de sélectionneur de l’équipe de France à l’issue de la Coupe du monde 2026 a été globalement bien accueillie, Jérôme Rothen s’inquiète pour les Bleus. Didier Deschamps a provoqué un véritable séisme, mardi. En annonçant dans une interview accordée au journal de 13 heures de…

'Next McIlroy' set to snub PGA Tour and join Rahm's LIV Golf team

'Next McIlroy' set to snub PGA Tour and join Rahm's LIV Golf team

Northern Ireland’s Tom McKibbin is set to snub the chance to play on the PGA Tour this season and make a shock switch to join Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf League team. McKibbin, previously dubbed the ‘next Rory McIlroy’ after hailing from the same Holywood Golf Club as the four-time major champion, had secured dual membership…

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The 6ft 8in serving machine looking to go deep at Australian Open

The usual suspects of Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will be expected to contend at the Australian Open having won the last 10 Grand Slam singles titles between them. British hopes, meanwhile, will rest on Jack Draper, with the world No 15 looking to build on reaching the semi-finals of the US Open….

After Kinsky: Spurs step up move for "special" England ace who's Modric 2.0

After Kinsky: Spurs step up move for "special" England ace who's Modric 2.0

The January transfer window may just be a week old, but Tottenham Hotspur and Ange Postecoglou clearly aren’t hanging about, having already snapped up the signing of Slavia Prague starlet, Antonin Kinsky, in recent days. The £12.5m capture of the 19-year-old goalkeeper represents yet another youthful addition for Spurs in recent times, with the Lilywhites…

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Cracksman's brother Fireblade looks to break duck at Newcastle

Newcastle is the venue for today’s all-weather meeting, with all seven races live only on Sky Sports Racing… 2.03 Newcastle – Fireblade and Royal Approval contest strong novice A cracking novice where Andrew Balding’s Royal Approval will bid to concede weight all round. Royal Approval built on his debut run at Sandown when comfortably claiming…

Dubois: I want to go undisputed by the end of this year

Dubois: I want to go undisputed by the end of this year

Caroline Dubois wants to win every major lightweight championship within the next 12 months. Her plan for world domination starts on Saturday, when she puts the WBC belt on the line against Canada’s Jessica Camara, live on Sky Sports. It will be Dubois’ first defence of the belt since being elevated from Interim to full…

Lourdes accusations contre Sébastien Loeb !

Lourdes accusations contre Sébastien Loeb !

L’abandon forcé de Sébastien Loeb, mardi, à l’issue de la troisième étape du Dakar vaut de sévères critiques au pilote alsacien. Encore raté ! Alors qu’il espérait enfin remporter le Dakar à sa neuvième participation, Sébastien Loeb a vu ses rêves de victoire dès la 3e étape de l’édition. La faute à un accident après seulement…

Tottenham injuries: Every player out for semi-final clash with Liverpool

Tottenham injuries: Every player out for semi-final clash with Liverpool

Tottenham Hotspur will still be without an array of first-teamers this Wednesday when they host Liverpool in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final. Consistent and devastating injuries have been the theme of Tottenham’s gruelling campaign thus far and Ange Postecoglou’s options remain extremely limited ahead of Liverpool’s visit. Defence has been most decimated…

Tottenham vs Liverpool: Preview, predictions and lineups

Tottenham vs Liverpool – Carabao Cup: Preview, predictions and lineups

Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are aiming to put one foot in the Carabao Cup final this Wednesday as the pair meet in the first leg of their semi-final. The Reds are the defending champions having triumphed in this competition during Jurgen Klopp’s final season on Merseyside, while Tottenham supporters are left to reminisce over their…

Premier League done deals: Every January 2025 transfer

Premier League done deals: Every January 2025 transfer

The 2025 January transfer window has opened, with Premier League clubs eyeing reinforcements midway through another gruelling campaign. An array of teams in the English top flight will be strengthened during the winter window as those from top to the bottom of the table look to finish strong. The last chance to bolster ranks before…

Liverpool injuries: Every player out for semi-final clash with Tottenham

Liverpool injuries: Every player out for semi-final clash with Tottenham

Liverpool are searching for a second victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the space of just a few weeks when they visit north London on Wednesday in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final. The Reds were emphatically triumphant on their last visit, beating an injury-stricken and misfiring Spurs side 6-3 in the Premier League….

Premier League festive form table 2024: Newcastle shine, Man Utd & Chelsea awful

Premier League festive form table 2024: Newcastle shine, Man Utd & Chelsea awful

“December in English football is the toughest month ever,” former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said on more than once occasion. “Get through it and get results,” was the Premier League winner’s sage advice for the festive period, “then put your head up and go from there.” The burst of fixtures on either side of Christmas…

Arteta says Carabao Cup ball a factor in Arsenal's wasteful finishing

Arteta says Carabao Cup ball a factor in Arsenal's wasteful finishing

Mikel Arteta rued Arsenal’s wastefulness in their 2-0 Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg loss to Newcastle and suggested the ball used in the competition was a contributing factor. Arsenal missed a succession of chances at the Emirates Stadium as goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon put Newcastle in control of the tie ahead of next…

Ange Postecoglou has claimed Liverpool star Mohamed Salah would struggle at Tottenham

Ange: Even Salah would struggle at Tottenham at the moment

Ange Postecoglou has claimed even Mohamed Salah would struggle in his Tottenham side despite the Liverpool forward’s red-hot form in front of goal. Salah has scored 21 goals across his 27 appearances in all competitions this season and will now look to carry this form into Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham, live on Sky…