FA Cup sixth-round participants

Never, Never, Never, Never, '38, '57, '59, '23 – why this year's FA Cup matters

Never, Never, Never, Never, 1938, 1957, 1959, 2023. Those are not just random words and numbers, but the last time this season’s FA Cup quarter-finalists lifted the trophy. And aside from those of a Man City persuasion, for the majority the ultimate success in the world’s oldest cup competition was long before their time –…

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacts after winning a point against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro of Spain during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)

Sabalenka survives Australian Open test as last year's finalist Zheng is shocked

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka survived a first Australian Open test, but last year’s beaten finalist Qinwen Zheng suffered a shock second-round exit. Chinese star Zheng reached her first Grand Slam showpiece here last year before going on to win Olympic gold and establish herself as one of the best players in the world. But she…

Brentford 1-3 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners come from behind in New Year's Day win

Brentford 1-3 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners come from behind in New Year's Day win

Arsenal came from behind to secure a Premier League victory over Brentford on New Year’s Day 2025, cutting the gap on leaders Liverpool to six points – albeit having played a game more. Bryan Mbeumo’s form this season has led to transfer links with the likes of Arsenal, and his 11th Premier League goal of…