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England: Thomas Tuchel talks Harry Kane, Cole Palmer and World Cup prospects as Three Lions discover 2026 qualifying opponents | Football News

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Thomas Tuchel spoke to Sky Sports News‘ chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol after the 2026 World Cup qualifying draw and answered questions on a range of big talking points about him taking over as England head coach – including whether Harry Kane would remain a first-choice and captain. England’s record scorer came in for criticism during … Read more

Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034: Why is it controversial? Will it be in winter? Key questions and FIFA process explained | Football News

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Why is Saudi Arabia a controversial host country? The situation in Saudi Arabia is that there is no free speech, there is no free press, there is gender inequality. Women and girls have few rights. It’s an absolute monarchy. Human rights groups say it has one of the worst human rights records in the world. … Read more

Saudi World Cup 2034 Stadium Guide: Cristiano Ronaldo’s new home, an arena 350 metres above the ground and one on the edge of a cliff

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Having already stunned the world of football with an almighty spending spree, Saudi Arabia is looking to do it all over again on the international stage. The nation has been awarded the 2034 World Cup, two years on from Cristiano Ronaldo landing in the Saudi Pro League and triggering a new global order in football. … Read more

I’m a World Cup winner but now can’t remember my kids names – I wish I’d worked on a building site

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England rugby hero Steve Thompson has revealed his early-onset dementia means he sometimes forgets the names of his own children. The 46-year-old has boxed away his medals, trophies, and other mementos after being diagnosed with early-onset dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in 2020 at just 42. The diagnosis left him grappling with suicidal thoughts. … Read more

2034 World Cup: Saudi Arabia wins right to host men’s tournament with 2030 World Cup to be held in three continents | Football News

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FIFA has confirmed the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco with the opening three matches in South America. Both bids were uncontested and were ratified at an online FIFA Congress on Wednesday, with the English and Welsh Football Associations … Read more

World Cup winner tears up in emotional interview as teammate tells him he had to sell medal to get through Covid

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England rugby hero Ben Cohen has revealed he sold his World Cup winner’s medal to help him survive the Covid-19 pandemic. Cohen, who played a key role in England’s victory over Australia in 2003, has previously spoken about his struggle to adjust to life after rugby. 5 World Cup winners Phil Vickery and Ben Cohen … Read more

India Women’s Team Seeks to Halt Australia’s Clean Sweep Amid World Cup Preparation Challenges

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Harmanpreet Kaur | Image: BCCI/ICC Leading the series 2-0, the Australian women’s cricket team has out played the Indian women in the first two ODIs. Australia easily chased down a meagre Indian total of 100 in the first game on December 5, winning by 5 wickets. Australia’s batting strength was evident on December 8’s second … Read more

India vs Bangladesh Live Cricket Score U19 Asia Cup Final: IND-U19 Opt To Field First Against BAN-U19

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India vs Bangladesh Live Cricket Score (India National Cricket Team vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team), U19 Asia Cup Final: The India U19 side led by Mohamed Amaan has chosen to field first in the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Final against Bangladesh U19, taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India will be … Read more

Champions Cup round-up: Northampton earn bonus-point win as Exeter beaten by Sharks in South Africa | Rugby Union News

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A round-up of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup action, where Northampton opened with a bonus-point win over Castres and Exeter were beaten by Sharks in South Africa. Northampton 38-8 Castres The Gallagher Premiership champions were out of the blocks quickly at Franklin’s Gardens to lead through captain Fraser Dingwall’s try, but Castres reduced the deficit with … Read more

EFL club ‘incredibly disappointed’ as controversial date set for FA Cup third round trip to Everton

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Peterborough United have contacted the Football Association asking for a change in scheduling for their upcoming FA Cup clash. The League One outfit have been drawn against Premier League side Everton in the third round of the competition next month. 3 Darren Ferguson’s Peterborough will travel to Everton in the FA CupCredit: GETTY It was … Read more