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WSL FIXTURES 2024-25: Vivianne Miedema set for immediate return to Arsenal with new club Man City on opening weekend - as Chelsea begin life without Emma Hayes at home to Aston Villa
22/07/24 01:00
KATHRYN BATTE: Vivianne Miedema will make an instant return to former club Arsenal with the Gunners set to host her new club Manchester City in the opening game of the Women's Super League season. Miedema, who is the WSL's all-time leading scorer, left Arsenal when her contract expired in the summer and joined WSL rivals City earlier this month. The game will take place at the Emirates on Sunday, September 22, with a kick-off time of 12.30pm and will be shown live on Sky Sports....read
Revealed: What England and Gareth Southgate plan to do next after the Three Lions boss announced he was quitting without telling his players first
17/07/24 01:00Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, Mauricio Pochettino and Lee Carsley are among the early contenders to replace the 53-year-old, who confirmed his departure with a heartfelt statement.
Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman waves away speculation that she could take over from Gareth Southgate - as she praises 'incredible' outgoing England coach
16/07/24 08:44KATHRYN BATTE: Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to victory at Euro 2022 and reached last summer's World Cup final, is under contract with the women's team until 2027.
England 0-0 Sweden: Lionesses secure automatic qualification to Euro 2025 as defending champions keep hosts at bay to grind out goalless draw
16/07/24 06:52KATHRYN BATTE IN GOTHENBURG: They have found it difficult to reach the levels they set for themselves in recent times but, importantly, they will be in Switzerland to defend their title.
Sarina Wiegman reveals how long it took her to get over the Lionesses' World Cup final heartbreak as Gareth Southgate contemplates his future following England's Euro 2024 final defeat
15/07/24 05:00KATHRYN BATTE: Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to glory at Euro 2022 , also lost the 2019 World Cup final with the Netherlands before last summer's heartache.
England 2-1 Republic of Ireland: Alessia Russo and Georgia Stanway find the target at Carrow Road as the Lionesses take a step closer to qualification for Euro 2025
12/07/24 08:53KATHRYN BATTE AT CARROW ROAD: There was just 45 seconds on the clock when chants of 'It's Coming Home' rang around Carrow Road.
Brighton sign England Women's U19 goalkeeper Hannah Poulter on a three-year deal after fending off competition from Tottenham, Everton and West Ham
11/07/24 02:00EXCLUSIVE BY KATHRYN BATTE: Mail Sport reported last month that Poulter had interest from a host of Women's Super League clubs, including Tottenham, West Ham and Everton.
Sarina Wiegman admits Ollie Watkins' dramatic winner to send England through to Euro 2024 final at expense of the Netherlands 'hurt' as Dutch coach offers advice to Gareth Southgate
11/07/24 11:35Wiegman has become an honorary Englishwoman since leading the Lionesses to a historic victory at Euro 2022 before reaching last year's World Cup final home the trophy.
Millie Bright insists Lionesses can shine a spotlight on 'unacceptable situations' in the women's game - a week after news Blackburn are set to pay players just £9,000-a-season
10/07/24 05:34KATHRYN BATTE: While women's football has witnessed significant growth since England won the Euros in 2022, further down the pyramid players are still encountering issues.
England's Lionesses - but maybe not their coaching staff - are backing Gareth Southgate's side to go all the way at Euro 2024, two years after they conquered the continent
09/07/24 06:40England striker Alessia Russo has backed Southgate's side to block out the noise and replicate the Lionesses' Euro 2022 victory by triumphing in Germany this summer.
England's support set to be outnumbered for the first time at Euro 2024 with Netherlands expected to have a 60% share of the crowd for the Dortmund semi-final clash
07/07/24 05:58The Dutch have already scored an early victory after it emerged that at least half of Dortmund's famous 'Yellow Wall' will turn orange. UEFA have allocated 50 per cent of the area to Dutch fans.
Sheffield United women's players left in the dark over their futures with only TWO squad members under contract and the club yet to inform stars of their salaries ahead of the new season
03/07/24 12:17EXCLUSIVE BY KATHRYN BATTE: Mail Sport understands only two members of the squad are still under contract, with several players' deals having expired at the end of the last campaign.
Blackburn Rovers set to pay their women's players just £9,000-a-year salaries next season with owners Venky's under investigation in India over a tax dispute
02/07/24 12:08EXCLUSIVE BY KATHRYN BATTE: Blackburn Rovers are planning to pay their women's team players salaries of just £9,000-a-year for the upcoming season.
Arsenal sign Spanish World Cup winner Mariona Caldentey on a free transfer from Barcelona... as the Gunners make statement of intent to overhaul Chelsea at the top of the WSL
02/07/24 09:00KATHRYN BATTE: The 28-year-old forward, who will wear the No 8 shirt, arrives in north London having won 25 trophies in 10 years with the Catalans.
West Ham chief Tim Steidten insists club's summer transfer strategy has not been impacted by Lucas Paqueta's spot-fixing charges
01/07/24 09:30Paqueta is accused of deliberately being booked in four Premier League matches so that either he and his friends could profit from bets placed on him being carded.
England star Mary Earps joins PSG on a free transfer after turning down new deal at Man United... with the goalkeeper signing a two-year contract in France
01/07/24 04:54KATHRYN BATTE: Earps turned down the offer of a new contract from Manchester United, with the goalkeeper claiming the club's ambitions did not align with hers.
West Ham chief Tim Steidten promises a 'busy summer' for the Hammers in the transfer window - as he insists new boss Julen Lopetegui will not have to sell to comply with PSR rules
01/07/24 03:08KATHRYN BATTE: While Lopetegui will still give his input on potential signings, Steidten has the lead role of ensuring deals get done.
West Ham reveal new official sleeve partner for the 2024-25 season with HILARIOUS advert featuring former star of The Inbetweeners
01/07/24 11:56KATHRYN BATTE: The Hammers has expanded their existing partnership with Intuit QuickBooks Ltd, whose logo will now appear on the sleeve of shirts worn by the men's and women's first teams.
Inside Man United Women's year from hell: Star players flee, Sir Jim Ratcliffe irks fans with 'disrespectful' comments and Mason Greenwood saga causes social media pile-on
28/06/24 11:00Manchester United Women have had the week from hell, and it caps a chaotic year at the club that has only been made worse by the arrival of INEOS.
England goalkeeper Mary Earps set to LEAVE Man United to join PSG on a free transfer after rejecting a new contract to begin a new challenge abroad
25/06/24 05:44KATHRYN BATTE: Earps, who joined United in 2019, is out of contract and will be able to sign for the French club on a free transfer after rejecting the offer of a new deal with the Red Devils.
Man United women's fans voice their anger with Sir Jim Ratcliffe after club's co-owner gave questions on Marc Skinner's side short shrift and admits plans for the team are 'TBC'
24/06/24 05:27United fans have been left fuming with Jim Ratcliffe, saying he has little interest in developing the women's team as a priority, despite them having won the FA Cup last season.
Andy Robertson is world class and has won the lot, so why don't the Tartan Army sing their captain's name?
22/06/24 10:00Andy Robertson's status as the most decorated player in this Scotland team has perhaps been more of a burden than a blessing for the defender over the last five years.
West Ham will not give up on their pursuit of Max Kilman - despite having £25m offer for the Wolves defender rejected... as Julen Lopetegui's side identify him as a priority target
21/06/24 05:06KATHRYN BATTE: As first reported by the Telegraph, Wolves turned down the Hammers' first approach for the 27-year-old defender, who signed a new five-year contract last summer.England Women's U19 goalkeeper Hannah Poulter is being eyed by multiple WSL clubs this summer - including Tottenham, Everton and West Ham
08/06/24 05:18EXCLUSIVE BY KATHRYN BATTE: One club who finished in the top three last season are also thought to be keeping tabs on the goalkeeper alongside Championship sides.
Georgia Stanway reveals Lionesses captain Leah Williamson held a crucial team meeting ahead of their 2-1 triumph over France... with England's stars admitting they were NOT happy with standard of recent performances
04/06/24 11:29Georgia Stanway said England captain Leah Williamson held a team meeting before their win over France, in which players said they were not satisfied with the standard of recent performances.
France 1-2 England: Lionesses exact revenge on Les Bleus as Georgia Stanway and Alessia Russo strike to boost Euro 2025 qualification hopes
04/06/24 08:57KATHRYN BATTE AT THE STADE GEOFFREY-GUICHARD: It is when their credentials are thrown into question that this England team seem to produce their best performances.
No offence to Newcastle and Norwich, but the Lionesses should make Wembley a permanent home, writes KATHRYN BATTE
04/06/24 09:57KATHRYN BATTE: I am not suggesting that England would have beaten France at Wembley, but there is perhaps something to be said for the importance of familiarity.
Beth Mead admits England have 'a target on our backs' after winning Euro 2022 but backs the Lionesses to 'beat France comfortably' ahead of second clash in FIVE DAYS with Les Bleus
04/06/24 09:02KATHRYN BATTE: The Lionesses take on Les Bleus for a second time in five days in Saint-Etienne on Tuesday evening and find themselves in desperate need of a result.
England's flat performance against France is a sight that is becoming all too familiar... so why have the Lionesses lost their groove?
01/06/24 10:21France's 2-1 victory at St James' Park put more than a dent in the Lionesses' qualification hopes for the 2025 European Championship.
England 1-2 France: Elisa De Almeida and Marie-Antoinette Katoto strike to hurt Lionesses' hopes of qualifying for Euro 2025 after Beth Mead opened the scoring and Mary Earps went off injured within eight minutes
31/05/24 09:01KATHRYN BATTE AT ST JAMES' PARK: England used to relish playing in front of a home crowd under Sarina Wiegman, but it is starting to feel like that magic is wearing off.
Man City's Bunny Shaw WINS player of the year at Women's Football Awards after stellar campaign... as Lioness duo Mary Earps and Georgia Stanway also pick up gongs at star-studded London event
30/05/24 08:15KATHRYN BATTE: Shaw, who also won the Football Writers' award earlier this month, enjoyed an outstanding season with 21 goals in 18 games.
Lauren James will MISS England's crucial Euro 2025 qualifier with France due to a foot injury... as Sarina Wiegman claims she 'did everything' to be ready but will also miss next week's return fixture
30/05/24 07:47KATHRYN BATTE: James, who has withdrawn from the squad, has been carrying the injury for a number of weeks and was used sparingly in Chelsea's final fixtures of the season.
Lioness star Lauren Hemp on meeting Prince William and picking up her MBE: 'I was too busy thinking about my next curtsy to remember how many goals I've scored!'
30/05/24 06:39KATHRYN BATTE: Not much fazes Man City star Lauren Hemp on the football pitch these days, but having to curtsey in front of Prince William was new territory.
England legend Rachel Yankey on cutting off her hair to play football with the boys as Gatorade's 'Confidence Coaches' aim to smash barriers and stop girls leaving the sport
30/05/24 02:07KATHRYN BATTE IN BILBAO: Research has shown that 40 percent of teenage girls lack confidence when it comes to playing sport.
Chelsea Women confirm Sonia Bompastor as their new manager following Emma Hayes' exit... as the former Lyon boss pens four-year deal with the Blues
29/05/24 04:00KATHRYN BATTE: It had been the worst kept secret in women's football that Bompastor, 43, would succeed Hayes - who left to become the manager of the United States national team.
Chelsea defender Millie Bright admits latest knee injury has been the 'hardest one' as she eyes first England appearance in seven months against France
28/05/24 06:00KATHRYN BATTE: Bright, who captained the Lionesses at the World Cup last year, missed the second half of the season with Chelsea due to a recurrence of a previous knee injury.
The secret is out on the next Chelsea women's manager, writes KATHRYN BATTE... but whether Sonia Bompastor will succeed remains to be seen
27/05/24 05:00KATHRYN BATTE - THE WORLD OF WOMEN'S FOOTBALL: The first time had been in French, but because the question that had been asked was not translated, it was later repeated in English.
England captain Leah Williamson signs a new Arsenal deal after her return from a nine-month absence following an ACL injury
27/05/24 09:48Williamson, who joined Arsenal at the age of eight, has made 232 appearances for the club, and won six trophies. Mail Sport understands that the extension is longer than one year.
Barcelona 2-0 Lyon: Jonatan Giraldez's side clinch back-to-back Women's Champions League titles... as Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas' strikes seal victory
25/05/24 06:01KATHRYN BATTE AT THE SAN MAMES STADIUM: The French side had been the powerhouse of women's football between 2011 and 2022 - winning a eight European trophies.
West Ham confirm Julen Lopetegui as their manager after he turned down Bayern Munich, with ex-Real Madrid boss back in the Premier League after leaving Wolves in transfer cash row
23/05/24 10:02The Spaniard has signed a two-year contract, with the option for an extra year, and takes over from David Moyes - who left the club at the end of last season.
Scotland will LOCK OUT fans for their Women's team's Euro qualifier against Israel after security fears of 'planned disruption' from the stands
21/05/24 12:21KATHRYN BATTE: The fixture will take place at Hampden Park on May 31 but without fans in attendance after the Scottish FA were alerted to the potential for planned disruptions to the match.
Emma Hayes helped transform women's football in this country... but after her exit from Chelsea, it has to move on without her, writes KATHRYN BATTE
20/05/24 05:50KATHRYN BATTE: For the last 12 years Emma Hayes has been the face of women's football here. She has driven the game forward, pushed for higher standards, better facilities and more coverage.
Chelsea dramatically seize the opportunity to give Emma Hayes a perfect send off... but in truth Man City threw the title away, writes KATHRYN BATTE
19/05/24 04:02KATHRYN BATTE AT OLD TRAFFORD: The truth is that City threw it away. They were in control of their own destiny when Chelsea were beaten 4-3 by Liverpool on May 1.
Emma Hayes reveals she missed sharing a drink with Sir Alex Ferguson as she was too busy celebrating after her Chelsea side thrashed Man United 6-0 to win the WSL title in her final match in charge of the Blues
18/05/24 08:22Ferguson, who regularly speaks with Hayes, was in the crowd at Old Trafford and had planned to have a chat with the 47-year-old, who will take up the manager's job with the United States this summer.
Man United 0-6 Chelsea: Emma Hayes' side deliver fairytale farewell for departing boss in style... as Blues are crowned WSL champions for a historic FIFTH consecutive season
18/05/24 03:59MANCHESTER UNITED 0-6 CHELSEA - KATHRYN BATTE AT OLD TRAFFORD: Her Chelsea team did not just get the job done, they annihilated Manchester United on their own turf.
Emma Hayes claims that press conferences are 'OUT-DATED' in her final presser as Chelsea boss before dramatic final day... with Blues looking to seal title at Manchester United
17/05/24 02:50KATHRYN BATTE: It was perhaps fitting that in Emma Hayes' final pre-match press conference as Chelsea manager she told us all that press conferences are out-dated.
Barcelona plotting swoop for Man United and England star Ella Toone... but the Spanish giants would need to pay a significant fee to prize her away from the club
16/05/24 12:53EXCLUSIVE: Toone, who is United's all-time leading goalscorer and record appearance holder, has caught the eye of the Catalans - who already have a number of English players in their ranks.
Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea: Emma Hayes' fairytale ending is ON... as Maika Hamano's goal puts the Blues back in the driving seat at the top of the WSL - as they set up final-day SHOWDOWN
15/05/24 08:38KATHRYN BATTE AT BRISBANE ROAD: Chelsea go into the final day of the Women's Super League season top of the table, level on points with Manchester City but with a superior goal difference.
Sarina Wiegman urges her England players to holiday in Europe rather than jetting to 'the other side of the world' during rest period between crucial Euro 2025 qualifiers
15/05/24 07:49KATHRYN BATTE: The Lionesses face back-to-back games with France at the end of May and start of June before further matches against the Republic of Ireland and Sweden in mid-July.
MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: A decision on Bruno Fernandes' future is looming, Red Devils prepare bid for Jarrad Branthwaite, while club make Mother's Day gaffe
14/05/24 04:19MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Fernandes caused a stir earlier this month when the United captain said he would consider his position after playing for Portugal in Euro '24.
Arsenal Women will play most of their home games at the Emirates next season - with eight WSL and a potential three Champions League matches if they reach the group stages
14/05/24 09:00The Gunners will play eight Women's Super League fixtures at their 60,000-seater stadium with the potential for a further three fixtures should they reach the group stage of the Champions League.
Marc Skinner retains an air of defiance after winning the FA Cup with Man United amid uncertainty over his future... while Sir Jim Ratcliffe was a notable omission at Wembley by choosing to prioritise the men's team, writes KATHRYN BATTE
13/05/24 11:44KATHRYN BATTE: This was undoubtedly Marc Skinner's best day since he took over as Manchester United manager in 2021, but the uncertainty around his future remains.
Man City plot swoop for Arsenal star Vivianne Miedema as Gunners confirm the WSL record goalscorer will leave the club for free in the summer
13/05/24 11:00KATHRYN BATTE AND JACK GAUGHAN: Mail Sport understands City are keen on luring the Dutch forward (left) to Joie Stadium in what would be a major coup for Gareth Taylor's (right) side.
This isn't the last we'll see of Rob Edwards or Luton in the Premier League, writes KATHRYN BATTE as defeat at West Ham all but relegates them
12/05/24 09:31KATHRYN BATTE AT THE LONDON STADIUM: Edwards is a young manager at 41 and this will surely not be the last we see of him or Luton in the Premier League .
Man United 4-0 Tottenham: Red Devils win Women's FA Cup for the first time in emphatic style as Ella Toone, Rachel Williams and Lucia Garcia net at sold-out Wembley
12/05/24 03:30KATHRYN BATTE AT WEMBLEY: After a weekend when the Northern Lights had lit up the London skyline, it was a northern team who shined brightest at Wembley.
Bethany England details Tottenham's trophy heartache as she hails the club its support of the women's side ahead of their FA Cup final clash with Manchester United
11/05/24 09:30EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY KATHRYN BATTE: England won 10 trophies with Chelsea, but says delivering a first piece of silverware for Spurs would be incredibly special.
West Ham 3-1 Luton Town: The Hatters suffer hammerblow to Premier League survival hopes as West Ham come from behind to secure win that all but relegates the visitors
11/05/24 04:01KATHRYN BATTE AT THE LONDON STADIUM: Luton Town have seen their Premier League survival hopes take a massive hit as they suffered a 3-1 defeat loss against West Ham.
David Moyes insists he wants to stay in management as he prepares to leave West Ham... as head coach gears up for a London Stadium send-off this afternoon
11/05/24 05:28KATHRYN BATTE: Moyes, 61, (pictured) will leave the Hammers at the end of the season after four-and-a-half years in charge, with former Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui set to replace him.
Tottenham's rapid culture change under manager Robert Vilahamn is paying off ahead of their first FA Cup final... as he bids to turn Spurs into 'one of the best run clubs in the world'
10/05/24 07:21KATHRYN BATTE: Just six years ago Tottenham were playing their home games at Cheshunt FC. Their transformation from a grassroots club to a full-time professional outfit took time.
The football manager sacked for a relationship with one of his players breaks his silence. Defiant Leicester City boss Willie Kirk says he is being 'treated like a criminal' as sets the record straight about how relationship began
10/05/24 12:00INTERVIEW BY KATHRYN BATTE: Speaking exclusively to Mail Sport, Kirk says he wants to take accountability for his actions. But he also wants to set the record straight.
Man United lead race to sign North Carolina Courage midfielder Denise O'Sullivan... with the Irish international out of contract later this year
08/05/24 11:44KATHRYN BATTE: The midfielder is out of contract when the National Women's Soccer League season ends in November and would be available on a free transfer in January.
Liam Rosenior had a fanbase that adored him but Hull now risk going backwards after his sacking - and there is a fear players will follow him out of the door, writes KATHRYN BATTE
07/05/24 07:41KATHRYN BATTE: After years of frustration and apathy under the previous ownership, all Hull supporters wanted was a manager and team that worked and played for the badge.
Georgia Stanway has helped turn the tide for Bayern Munich as she bids to win the German cup double, writes KATHRYN BATTE... while Carla Ward's Aston Villa exit shows female managers need more support
06/05/24 03:55KATHRYN BATTE: On Saturday, Georgia Stanway won her second Bundesliga title in as many years and on Thursday she will look to secure a historic league and Cup double.
The title race 'is not f*****g over' insists outgoing Chelsea boss Emma Hayes - as Blues thrash Bristol City 8-0 to move within three points of WSL leaders Man City
05/05/24 11:12KATHRYN BATTE: The Blues had started the day six points behind Manchester City with a worse goal difference and just one game in-hand.
Emma Hayes reveals she spoke to Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp after deleting her social media accounts... and worries 'nastiness' in women's football is getting too similar to the men's game
05/05/24 10:44KATHRYN BATTE: Emma Hayes revealed she'd spoken to Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp after deleting her social media, as the Chelsea boss slammed 'ridiculous expectations' on modern-day managers.
Mauricio Pochettino praises Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson for being 'smart' and learning from their mistakes after Chelsea duo shine in West Ham rout
05/05/24 04:49The Blues put five goals past David Moyes' side but Pochettino was particularly pleased by the fourth, which saw Noni Madueke unselfishly set-up team-mate Nicolas Jackson for a tap-in.
PLAYER RATINGS: Noni Madueke pips his Chelsea team-mates to player of the match award as FIVE West Ham players are given terrible 3/10 mark
05/05/24 04:03KIERAN GILL AND KATHRYN BATTE AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Chelsea kept up their chase for a European spot by hitting West Ham for five at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.
Fran Kirby will LEAVE Chelsea at the end of the season when her contract expires after nearly 10 years with the club, ending speculation over her future
04/05/24 09:16Fran Kirby has announced she will leave Chelsea when her contract expires at the end of the season. The forward, who is the club's all-time leading goalscorer,.
David Moyes claims West Ham were 'close' to signing Cole Palmer from Man City... hinting the move failed after deal for Lucas Paqueta in the other direction collapsed
04/05/24 08:50KATHRYN BATTE: Palmer completed a £42.5m move to Chelsea in September and the forward has been the standout player for Mauricio Pochettino's side with 20 goals in 29 appearances.
David Moyes insists he has the desire to carry on at West Ham despite a question mark lingering over his future at the London Stadium - and calls out 'embarrassing' interrogation over his 'football hunger'
03/05/24 05:51David Moyes insisted he 'absolutely' has the desire to stay at West Ham and dismissed questions over whether he has the hunger to remain in the game as 'embarrassing'.
Liverpool 4-3 Chelsea: Emma Hayes' hopes of fairytale ending dealt huge blow as Gemma Bonner scores injury time winner to leave Man City in the box seat in WSL title race
01/05/24 08:29KATHRYN BATTE AT PRENTON PARK: Emma Hayes conceded the Women's Super League title race is all but over after her Chelsea team were defeated by Liverpool last night.
KATHRYN BATTE: Izzy Christiansen was right... January investment was the difference maker in the WSL relegation battle between West Ham and Bristol City
29/04/24 11:32In January, West Ham and Bristol City were level on five points at the bottom of the Women's Super League table. Ten games later, Bristol have six points and West Ham 14.
Emma Hayes must pick herself and Chelsea up after Barcelona dash hopes of a fairytale ending... the Blues cannot linger on Champions League heartbreak with the WSL title on the line
28/04/24 11:49KATHRYN BATTE: When emotions were still high, Emma Hayes (main pic) was struggling to see beyond the refereeing decisions which had cost them a shot at European glory.
Emma Hayes blasts Kadeisha Buchanan's bizarre red card as the 'worst decision in women's Champions League HISTORY' after Barcelona knocked out 10-woman Chelsea in the semi-finals
27/04/24 09:36KATHRYN BATTEL Hayes slammed Buchanan's red card as the 'worst decision in women's Champions League history' after her Chelsea team suffered heartbreak against Barcelona.
Chelsea 0-2 Barcelona (1-2 agg): Blues dealt Champions League heartbreak as controversial semi-final second-leg defeat knocks them OUT - with Aitana Bonmati and Fridolina Rolfo on target
27/04/24 06:28CHELSEA 0-2 BARCELONA (1-2 AGG) - KATHRYN BATTE AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Hayes rued what she described as the 'worst decision in Champions League history'.
Chelsea defender Niamh Charles admits she has 'grown hugely' from bruising past defeats by Barcelona... as she sets her sights on finally getting the better of the Catalan giants to reach the Champions League final
27/04/24 07:26EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY KATHRYN BATTE: Niamh Charles is still just 24 years old, but there was a sense that the Chelsea defender came of age in last week's 1-0 victory over Barcelona .
Emma Hayes is ready for her sold-out swansong at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea eye Champions League final spot with a second-leg win over Barcelona
26/04/24 09:51KATHRYN BATTE: On Saturday evening she will be in the Stamford Bridge dugout for the last time, aiming to take Chelsea to only a second European final at the expense of the reigning champions.
Man City fear Bunny Shaw may miss the rest of the season amid concerns she broke her foot in 5-0 win over West Ham in huge blow to WSL leaders' title bid
23/04/24 09:52KATHRYN BATTE: Manchester City striker Bunny Shaw will miss the rest of the Women's Super League season after breaking her foot in Sunday's 5-0 victory over West Ham.
KATHRYN BATTE: Man United goalkeeper Safia Middleton-Patel opens up on 'massive turning point' of autism diagnosis, the joys of 'LEGO Club' and support of her fellow shot stoppers
22/04/24 11:44KATHRYN BATTE: Safia Middleton-Patel had just had the 'best month of her life' but was at her lowest ebb. At the age of just 18, the Manchester United goalkeeper had made her senior debut for Wales.
West Ham hold talks over ambitious move for Liverpool target Ruben Amorim should David Moyes leave the club... with former Wolves and Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui also viewed as a potential replacement
22/04/24 03:14West Ham United have held talks with Liverpool managerial target Ruben Amorim and ex-Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui as potential replacements for David Moyes.
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Made a young girl's night on Saturday
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Phil Mickelson reveals VERY awkward Tiger Woods chat at British Open
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Patrick and Brittany Mahomes throw gender reveal party as couple announce if they're having boy or girl
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Caitlin Clark reveals why she rejected offer to compete in WNBA All-Star 3-point contest
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Tempers flare
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Angel Reese BEATS Caitlin Clark in shooting contest to win $100 prize
Before rival blanks her as she celebrates with All-Star teammates
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Odell Beckham Jr. and Nike BOTH claim victory after $0 ruling in breach-of-contract suits
The NFL star sued the apparel giant for $20m in 2022
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Kylie Kelce shuts down pregnancy rumors as she opens up on past miscarriage
The wife of Jason Kelce shares three children with the retired Eagles legend
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Olivia Dunne shares message for Simone Biles before Olympics
The LSU gymnast gushed over the seven-time Olympic medalist before she heads to Paris
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Angel Reese FINALLY arrives in Phoenix for WNBA All-Star weekend
The rookie skipped the opening event to watch NBA summer league
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Caitlin Clark is slammed for refusing to participate in WNBA All-Star 3-point contest
ESPN's Around the Horn host said 'there's really no excuse'
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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova hits out at Donald Trump
As she brushes off the former American President's ear bandage as a 'PR stunt'
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Ryan Garcia CHARGED with vandalism and could face one year behind bars
After alleged meltdown at five-star LA hotel
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Donald Trump's greatest WWE moments as Hulk Hogan prepares to speak before former President at RNC
Famous cameo appearances
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Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Bronny James' Lakers playing time next season
Expressed immediate impression on his game
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NFL legend Willie Anderson bizarrely blames The Blind Side movie for being continuously snubbed for Hall of Fame
Astonishing claim
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Olivia Dunne shows off her baseball expertise on MLB All-Star red carpet
Alongside pitching prodigy boyfriend Paul Skenes
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Antonio Brown gets VERY handsy with Lil Kim
Before controversial ex-NFL star locks lips with the rapper at a wild yacht party
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Mary Lou Retton reveals fat-shaming abuse she suffered after her 1984 Olympic Gold
Despite gymnastic legend weighing just 94 POUNDS
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Lionel Messi puts his feet up as Argentina captain relaxes in the sun with wife Antonela
After damaging ankle ligaments in Copa America final
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LeBron James and Team USA thrash Serbia in Olympic warmup, despite claims of 'ego and other BS' threatening their gold medal chase
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Belichick blasted as a 'hypocrite' over NFL media U-turn
The former Patriots coach was criticized for inking a deal with the CW network's Inside the NFL
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Bosa lists luxurious $1.75m Florida condo with a private beach
The NFL player, who signed a $170m 49ers deal last fall, got his mom's real estate help
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'Humiliated' former NFL star Terrell Davis opens up on being handcuffed on a flight
He called for United Airlines to be held accountable
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Serena Williams says being ghosted by her first boyfriend made her a better athlete
'He's gonna regret this,' the Grand Slam champ recalled saying
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WNBA inks media rights package worth more than $2billion
It's worth roughly four times the value of the league's current media deals
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Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa hints at late husband's feud with his parents as she mourns death of father-in-law
'We hoped things would've been different'
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Ingrid Andress breaks silence after national anthem performance made her laughing stock at MLB Home Run Derby
'I was drunk'
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Usher FINALLY attends Las Vegas Aces game two years on from A'ja Wilson's hilarious plea
As pair link up on court after defeat to Chicago
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Andress fans leap to her DEFENSE despite her disastrous national anthem performance at the MLB Home Run Derby
Branded 'the worst ever'
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Kobe Bryant fans mourn father's death after ex-NBA star dies following a stroke
''I'm picturing Kobe playing his Dad one-on-one in heaven'
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Simone Biles addresses 'traumas and downfalls' after suffering the 'twisties' in Tokyo
Ahead of return to Olympic Games for USA
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Patrick Mahomes insists he's 'DONE' having kids after wife Brittany announced they're expecting their third child last week
In a heartwarming video
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Livvy Dunne and Paul Skenes arrive at MLB All-Star game after gymnast flaunted their private jet to Texas
'First lady of baseball' stunned in gown
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Jaylen Brown lists his Boston penthouse for $4.75m amid star's Olympics snub and dig at Bronny James
In the upscale Seaport neighborhood
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Phillies star Alec Bohm couldn't keep a straight face during Ingrid Andress' disastrous national anthem
At MLB Home Run Derby
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Singer Ingrid Andress delivers 'the worst national anthem EVER'
It's hard to turn Texans off to The Star-Spangled Banner, but one woman nearly did so on Monday
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Skip Bayless 'is OUT at FS1 and will host his final show later this summer'
His departure comes one year after co-host Shannon Sharpe left
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Hard Rock Stadium suffered 'significant damage'
Miami Dolphins are continuing to assess the damage caused on Sunday
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Brittany Mahomes posts friendship pics with new BFF Taylor Swift
The two met up in Europe with Patrick and Travis Kelce
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CONMEBOL blames Copa America chaos on Hard Rock Stadium officials
But not everyone is so quick to give the organization a pass
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Erik ten Hag FUMES at Man United stars
Warns players that defeat against Rosenborg was 'not the standard for top football'
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Wife of USA soccer star reveals her traumatic ordeal
As she tried to get into the Copa America final with the couple's eight-year-old daughter
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Caitlin Clark responds to Serena Williams' 'white people' joke during the ESPYs
Host poked fun at her being well liked by 'white people'
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Richard Simmons 'refused medical attention after falling in his bathroom' the day before fitness guru's death aged 76
REVEALED
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EXCLUSIVEJustin Jefferson IS the father of his ex-girlfriend's baby, judge rules after $140m NFL star was accused of pressuring her to abort the child
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Copa America final descends into chaos
Fans COLLAPSE in crush, hundreds sneak in through vents... and up to 7000 ticketless supporters are allowed in
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Vikings star Jordan Addison arrested on suspicion of DUI
Weeks earlier, Addison's rookie teammate Khyree Jackson died in a car accident
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Argentina retains the Copa America winning their 16th title
But an ugly start to the day in Miami tarnishes CONMEBOL event
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Super Bowl champion Jones dead at 40: Baltimore Ravens legend found at his home in Houston
Tributes poured in for the former wide receiver
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Sydney's Travis Bazzana goes No. 1 overall to Cleveland
The 21-year-old is the first Australian to be picked in the opening round of the MLB Draft
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The adorable name Kelce calls Mahomes' MOM... as tight bond between Chiefs pair is revealed
Their friendship goes back years
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UFC star Dober reassures fans and insists there is 'no shame in failure' after opponent left his face COVERED in blood
Took a brutal beating
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Inside Belichick's wild summer: From a new job and a new girlfriend (49 years his junior!) to roasting Brady and watching Swift in Europe
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NBA legend Kerr speaks out on Trump shooting - 40 years after his own father was assassinated
In Paris coaching Team USA at the Olympics
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Richard Simmons' body is removed from his Los Angeles home after his death at 76
The medical examiner was seen arriving at the West Hollywood house
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Caitlin Clark posts hilarious birthday message to boyfriend Connor McCaffery
Playfully teased him over their rivalry on the basketball court
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Dave Portnoy insists 'bad a**' Donald Trump will easily win the election after surviving assassination attempt
Slams Joe Biden's slow response
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Travis Kelce gets hilarious word of encouragement from golf fan as he shanks tee shot
Hit more than one wild shot this week
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Cavinder Twins reveal why they returned to Miami
College basketball duo prepare to reunite on the court: 'Unfinished business'
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Ryan Garcia apologizes to ex-wife Andrea Celina after threatening to 'f**k up' baby mom and 'destroying' their home
Latest ugly incident
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Inside Magic Johnson's lavish summer getaway
As NBA legend travels around Europe with wife Cookie and Samuel L. Jackson
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NFL legend Jerry Rice tells reporters 'I will f**k you up' while competing alongside Jason Kelce at Lake Tahoe celebrity golf tournament
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Travis Kelce stays coy on his chances of joining Taylor Swift on stage again during her Eras Tour
'I can't let anything out the bag'
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UFC fighter Tracy Cortez chops off her HAIR to make weight for Rose Namajunas bout
After needing to cut a half pound for flyweight contest
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Swift subtly reacts to Kelce being named the NFL's No. 1 tight end
ESPN polled coaches, executives and scouts for their Top 10 tight ends in the league
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Brunson agrees to shock $156.5million four-year extension with the Knicks
The point guard was eligible for an extra $113million in 2025
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Whitlock claims Michael Jordan 'wasn't defended' like WNBA star Clark has been
The Fever player is in contention for Rookie of the Year
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Yankees and Orioles get into wild bench-clearing brawl
Captain Aaron Judge was seen rushing in to break up the fight that erupted in Baltimore
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- Brittney Griner reveals she wants her newborn son to call her 'POPS' not mom, leaving fans to question 'why is he in the WNBA?'
- Wife of Yankees exec and former Mets GM Omar Minaya is 'mysteriously found dead at couple's New Jersey home as suicide is ruled out'
- Travis Kelce looks in peak form as he returns to Chiefs training camp after European adventures to see girlfriend Taylor Swift's concerts
- Caitlin Clark goes viral for battling Kelsey Plum in WNBA All-Star Game - as fans mock Olympian for 'playing hard and still getting cooked'
- LeBron James is unveiled as Team USA's flagbearer for Paris Olympic opening ceremony
- Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez is paraded at his former club River Plate amid racism storm… before the WHOLE STADIUM sing the offensive song aimed at France and their black players
- Rays' Taylor Walls reenacts Donald Trump's famed 'Fight! Fight! Fight!' chant after double... but Cardinals INSIST similar celebration was 'not a political statement'
- It's official! Georgia QB Carson Beck confirms relationship with one of the Cavinder sisters
- Travis Kelce is greeted by HUGE cheers as he arrives for day two of Chiefs training camp... while girlfriend Taylor Swift continues her Eras Tour in Europe
- Tiger Woods supports son Charlie, 15, in US Junior Amateur Championship after Open nightmare... but here's why legend has to watch from the galleries after being barred from caddying!
- Humiliating moment Scottie Scheffler tops his tee shot just 150 YARDS after World No 1 looked miserable as he three-putted from six feet to see Open chances slip away at Royal Troon
- Who was Omar Minaya's wife Rachel? What to know about about the ex New York Mets GM's family life as mystery surrounds his spouse's death
- Dave Portnoy calls Joe Biden 'lettuce head' as the Barstool boss reacts to the President not seeking reelection this fall
- Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fils clash in heated Hamburg Open final after Frenchman unleashes controversial underarm serve - as umpire is forced to SEPARATE the two players
- Man United 'keen to sign Sofyan Amrabat permanently on one condition' after the midfielder's loan spell last season
- Stephen A. Smith says Joe Biden's decision to drop out of 2024 presidential race is 'long overdue' and backs a new Democratic candidate
- Jadon Sancho 'close to agreeing personal terms over shock PSG move' just days after making his first Man United appearance in nearly a year
- Transfer news RECAP: Jadon Sancho 'close to agreeing personal terms' on move away from Old Trafford, Man City 'join race' for Eberechi Eze and Arsenal make bid for goalkeeper
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