Anthony Joshua‘s heavyweight title clash with Daniel Dubois was the most in-demand UK sporting event of the year according to data from ticket marketplace Viagogo. In front of a record crowd at Wembley Stadium, AJ looked to join an elite group of fighters to become heavyweight champion on three separate occasions. Ultimately though it was...
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Guardiola won’t attempt Man City rebuild in January
Who: Aston Villa vs Manchester CityWhat: English Premier LeagueWhere: Villa Park, Birmingham, United KingdomWhen: 12:30pm (12:30 GMT) on SaturdayFollow Al Jazeera’s live text and photo build-up and commentary stream. Manchester City will not seek to address their current crisis of form with new recruits in January, according to manager Pep Guardiola. Four-time defending Premier League...
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BBC to give British sports star special award at Sports Personality of the Year – despite snub from main list
Mark Cavendish will receive the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement award on Tuesday night, despite being left off the main shortlist for the prestigious prize. The cycling legend’s omission from the six-person SPOTY shortlist had raised eyebrows, particularly after his record-breaking Tour de France performance in July. The 39-year-old, who previously won...
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Pakistan’s controversial Amir retires from international cricket
Mohammad Amir, who was once jailed in the United Kingdom for sport-fixing, has retired from Pakistan cricket. Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, ending a controversial career that saw him jailed on spot-fixing charges. The 32-year-old came out of retirement earlier this year to play in the Twenty20...
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FA facing legal action for ‘unlawful’ LGBT rainbow armband and laces campaign
A leading human rights lawyer is threatening to sue the Football Association over its use of ‘rainbow armbands and laces’ claiming this breaches rules on “political impartiality and clothing.” The rainbow symbol is being worn to support LGBTQ rights but has sparked controversy both on and off the pitch. At least one player has refused...
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Which football games have been called off due to Storm Darragh?
The Merseyside derby at Goodison Park has been postponed (Picture: Getty Images) Weather warnings have been issued this weekend due to Storm Darragh and sporting events up and down the country have been postponed as a result, perhaps most notably the Merseyside derby. South West England and Wales have been the worst hit areas of...
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New York Jets fans fume over Donald Trump’s pick for UK Ambassador
By JAKE FENNER Published: 00:55 GMT, 3 December 2024 | Updated: 12:48 GMT, 3 December 2024 President-elect Donald Trump has tapped billionaire Warren Stephens to serve as the US Ambassador to the United Kingdom in a move that has outraged one particular group of people: fans of the New York Jets. Stephens is the chairman...
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Andy Murray warned of potential ‘clash’ with Novak Djokovic by former British tennis star
Greg Rusedski has expressed fears that Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic could be a ‘clash of personalities’ – with the pair set to work together at the 2025 Australian Open. Djokovic confirmed the Briton would be part of his backroom team for the first Grand Slam of next year, saying in a video: “We played...
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Guardiola promises to stick with Man City even if they are relegated
Who: Manchester City vs Tottenham HotspurWhat: English Premier League footballWhere: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, United KingdomWhen: 5:30pm (17:30 GMT) on SaturdayHow to follow: Al Jazeera Sport will have all the build-up and full text commentary of the game Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he would stay to the end of his contract with the Premier...
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Pep Guardiola’s new contract is fabulous news for English football. He has changed our game fundamentally and his impact will live on even if Man City are brought to heel by the Premier League, writes IAN LADYMAN
Pep Guardiola is set to sign a new contract extension at Manchester City The news that he is staying put should be welcomed by Premier League fans LISTEN NOW: It’s All Kicking Off!, available wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Monday and Thursday By IAN LADYMAN Published: 22:30 GMT, 19 November 2024 |...
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NBA star speaks out after receiving huge $100,000 fine for homophobic comment
LaMelo Ball’s comments landed him in hot water (Picture: Getty) NBA star LaMelo Ball has spoken out after he received a huge $100,000 (£79,000) for comments made in a post-match interview. The Charlotte Hornets guard made the comments after his side saw out a narrow 115-114 home win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday. The Hornets...
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Racing fans left horrified after two horses die in same Cheltenham race
Abuffalosoldier collapsed shortly after winning at Cheltenham (Picture: Getty) Racing fans were left in shock after two horses died in the same race at Cheltenham on Sunday. Abuffalosoldier, ridden by Sean Bowen, produced a superb run to claim victory in the Holland Cooper Handicap Chase but collapsed just moments after crossing the finish line. The winning...