Formula 1 organisers are counting on overnight rain to resolve a series of grass fires that have plagued the Japanese Grand Prix weekend at Suzuka. The dry grass lining the 3.6-mile circuit has ignited on multiple occasions during the weekend’s sessions, triggering five red flag stoppages — including one during Saturday’s qualifying session. Track marshals were seen using buckets and even improvised tools like upside-down traffic cones to water the…

Fenerbahce manager José Mourinho has received a three-match suspension and a fine after an altercation with Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk in the aftermath of a fiery Turkish Cup clash. The incident occurred at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on Wednesday, shortly after Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory. Footage shows Mourinho approaching Buruk from behind and appearing to pinch his nose, prompting the Galatasaray coach to dramatically fall to the ground holding his face.…

Barcelona extended their lead at the top of La Liga to four points despite being held to a 1-1 draw by Real Betis at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Hansi Flick’s side started brightly, with Gavi opening the scoring in the 7th minute after a slick one-touch move involving Ferran Torres. The 20-year-old midfielder tucked away his third goal of the season with a composed finish from a tight angle.…

Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes took a heavy hit after a controversial penalty decision handed Everton a route back into the game at Goodison Park. Mikel Arteta’s side, who took the lead through Leandro Trossard in the first half, were left frustrated as Iliman Ndiaye converted from the spot early in the second half. The equaliser followed a contentious moment in the box where Myles Lewis-Skelly was adjudged to have…

Fenerbahce have launched a blistering attack on Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk, accusing him of theatrics following a heated confrontation with Jose Mourinho in Wednesday’s Turkish Cup derby. In a statement released after Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory, Fenerbahce claimed Buruk behaved “as if he had been shot” when Mourinho allegedly grabbed his nose during post-match chaos. The clash unfolded at the final whistle, with both managers engaging with match officials in…

As ACL injuries continue to sideline high-profile stars in women’s football, questions are being raised about the very ground they play on. England captain Leah Williamson, Arsenal’s Vivianne Miedema, Beth Mead, and Chelsea’s Sam Kerr are just a few top names who’ve suffered serious knee injuries, prompting renewed debate: are current football pitches—designed primarily for men—suitable for female players? Brighton CEO Paul Barber has reignited the discussion, suggesting women’s physiology…

Everton Football Club has strongly condemned death threats made towards defender James Tarkowski and his family following his controversial challenge on Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister during Wednesday’s Merseyside derby. The tackle, which occurred in the 11th minute at Anfield, saw Tarkowski win the ball but catch Mac Allister high on the leg. Though he received a yellow card, the Premier League’s refereeing body, PGMOL, later admitted the incident met the…

Manchester City’s midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne has announced he will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the current season, bringing an iconic decade-long spell at the Etihad to a close. The 33-year-old Belgian international, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015 for £55m, has been instrumental in the club’s most successful era, lifting 16 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and a historic…

The latest FIFA ranking has placed Nigeria as the 43rd-best team across the globe. The World football governing body announced this on its X handle on Thursday. The ranking places Nigeria one step ahead as the Super Eagles rounded off 2024 in the 44th position. Argentina remained top thanks to impressive wins In second place is Spain and France is in third place. England is fourth, while Brazil ranked fifth,…

Donald Trump’s new tariffs have sent shockwaves through global markets, but their effects could extend beyond economics and into the world of sports. With the U.S. set to host major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, businesses, sponsors, and athletes could feel the strain of increased trade barriers. Sponsorship and Merchandise Challenges Many major sponsors, including global brands like Nike, Adidas, and Hyundai,…

The United Kingdom is on course to host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup after being named the only “valid” bidder for the tournament, FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed. England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland submitted a joint bid in March, and with no other bids meeting the deadline, the UK is in pole position to stage the competition. “Today, I can confirm we received one valid bid for 2035,…

Arsenal have suffered a major defensive blow as Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Magalhães has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury that requires surgery. The 27-year-old was forced off in the first half of Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Fulham at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday. Following medical assessments, the club confirmed that Gabriel will undergo surgery in the coming days and will begin rehabilitation…