Real Madrid are reportedly working on a deal to sign Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer next summer. According to Spanish outlet Marca, the French defender is a top target for the La Liga champions. Madrid have built a strong record of securing top players without paying transfer fees in recent years. They

We all have a story about an expensive purchase we had to eventually and reluctantly admit was a complete waste of money. Maybe it was a new car that looks good but has the most unreliable of engines. Or maybe a shiny new guitar because you will ‘definitely learn to play it one day’. Maybe

Indian rugby is poised for a significant leap forward with HSBC India stepping in as a “powered by partner” for the ongoing Rugby Premier League (RPL). This pivotal collaboration signals a growing interest from leading financial institutions in fostering the sport’s growth from grassroots to professional levels across India. The Rugby Premier League, a flagship

If Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are to fight on, they should box each other, says former world champion George Groves. Joshua has not boxed since September of last year when his bid to become a three-time heavyweight world titlist ended in a crushing fifth-round knockout loss to IBF belt-holder Daniel Dubois. Last year Fury

MUMBAI: The GMR Rugby Premier League (GMR RPL), officially got underway with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex), Mumbai.The event saw the presence of bollywood luminaries and key dignitaries, including Abhishek Bachchan, sports ambassador and friend of Rugby, GBS Raj business chairman, airports, GMR Group, Rahul Bose,

Gennaro Gattuso has been appointed as Italy head coach. Italy appointed 2006 FIFA World Cup-winning legend Gennaro Gattuso as their head coach following the exit of Luciano Spalletti, who was sacked last week after a 0-3 defeat to Norway in a World Cup qualifier. Gattuso, who previously managed AC Milan and Napoli, will be formally

George Russell kept his win in the Canadian Grand Prix after the stewards rejected a Red Bull protest against the Mercedes driver. Russell beat Max Verstappen to victory in Sunday’s race to record Mercedes’ first win of the season. But two hours after the chequered flag had dropped, it emerged Red Bull had challenged the

JJ Spaun snatched major glory at the US Open after overcoming a nightmare start to edge ahead of a congested leaderboard and claim a dramatic victory at Oakmont. Spaun went into the final round a shot behind Sam Burns but saw his hopes seemingly ended by five bogeys in his first six holes, only to

Two men showed up at Adrien Frier’s Beverly Hills home Thursday afternoon and carried an unusual package onto the backyard patio, where a white-clothed table waited. Frier, France’s consul general in Los Angeles, was preparing to host a party and the 25-pound sterling silver objet d’art was the guest of honor. Standing next to the

Carlota Ciganda ended her nine-year wait for her third LPGA Tour title with a dramatic victory at the Meijer LPGA Classic, as Lexi Thompson missed out on stopping her own long drought. Ciganda started the day as part of a six-way tie for the lead heading into the final day at Blythefield Country Club, where

Celta Vigo starlet Fer López could seal a move to the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers as soon as this coming week. That’s according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, who has on Sunday provided an insight into the situation. The name of youngster López has of course proven a prominent one in the transfer headlines

Rory McIlroy says he needs to get back “in the right frame of mind” for The Open at Royal Portrush after an encouraging finish to a frustrating week at the US Open. McIlroy has previously admitted to struggling for motivation since his dramatic victory at The Masters in April, which ended his 11-year wait for

Former AC Milan and Napoli boss Gennaro Gattuso has been appointed head coach of the Italy national football team, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced on Sunday. Gattuso takes over from Luciano Spalletti, who was dismissed last week following a 3-0 defeat to Norway in Italy’s opening World Cup qualifier. Gattuso, 47, will be officially

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 15 (ANI): One of the most anticipated events on the sporting calendar, the Rugby Premier League (RPL), officially got underway with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex), Mumbai. Advertisement The glittering event saw the presence of Bollywood luminaries and key dignitaries, including Abhishek

Since 2020, FC Barcelona have faced problems with La Liga’s Financial Fair Play regulations, which have significantly limited their capability to make their desired signings from the market. First, it was the COVID-19 pandemic that decreased their income, while after the end of the pandemic, they had to move away from the Camp Nou, which

The summer’s first transfer window may have slammed shut, with Premier League clubs having spent nearly half a billion pounds on new signings – but there is still so much more business to be done when it opens again on Monday. Few knew what to expect from the special window brought in ahead of the

The GMR Rugby Premier League (RPL), the first-ever franchise-based Rugby Sevens league, is all set to commence its first edition from today, June 15, at the Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai. Bengaluru Bravehearts, Chennai Bulls, Delhi Redz, Hyderabad Heroes, Kalinga Black Tigers, and Mumbai Dreamers are the six franchises competing for the championship. The RPL will feature 30

By SPENCER MORGAN Published: 10:17 BST, 15 June 2025 | Updated: 11:33 BST, 15 June 2025 Ross Barkley looked worse for wear as the Aston Villa star shared a video of him dancing while on a summer break in Barcelona. Barkley posted a video to his followers on Instagram as he partied in the Spanish city.

Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel in a deal worth £29.8 million, with the France U21 international signing a contract at the north London club until 2031. Tel was originally signed on loan with a view of a permanent deal in January under former boss Ange Postecoglou, who has since

Over the last decade, Ciro Immobile has undoubtedly been one of Serie A’s most dominant players. In 353 games in the competition, he had a whopping 252 goal contributions before moving to Besiktas in Turkey. He won the European Golden Boot once and the Serie A Golden Boot 4 times. In Turkey too he has