After disappointing in the past two major tournaments, including an 8-0 defeat by England, the Scandinavians are looking to improve under a new head coach This article is part of the Guardian’s Euro 2025 Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 16 countries who...
Beale picks out Lions’ ‘danger man’ Russell as biggest threat to Australia
Former Wallaby sees Ikitau and Suaali as hosts’ keys Australia back says he learned from slip in 2013 series The former Wallabies back Kurtley Beale has singled out Finn Russell as the biggest threat to Australia’s prospects of victory against the visiting British & Irish Lions. Beale, a leading figure...
Raducanu opens up about ‘genuine connection’ with old friend Alcaraz
British No1 says she forged friendship at 2021 US Open Raducanu thanks Wimbledon for stopping stalker Emma Raducanu says her upcoming mixed doubles partnership with Carlos Alcaraz is a reflection of the meaningful, friendly connection the pair made as they were rising up the rankings at the start of their...
Delap is Chelsea’s shiny new toy but uncut gem Jackson offers rare point of difference | Jonathan Liew
While battle lines are drawn between the two strikers with very different journeys to the top, there is a way both can thrive “They are quite similar,” Enzo Maresca said last week of Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson, but of course nobody wanted to take any notice of that bit. Already...
Tottenham eye Eberechi Eze as statement signing for Thomas Frank
Spurs have long-held interest in Crystal Palace attacker Eze’s contract reported to have a £68m release clause Tottenham are weighing up a move for Eberechi Eze and believe the Crystal Palace forward would be open to joining them. Spurs have a longstanding interest in Eze, not to mention close connections...
‘We can chase anything’: Tongue bullish as England look to overhaul India total
England need 350 runs on final day to win first Test Centurion KL Rahul predicts ‘blockbuster finish’ After blowing away India’s tail for the second time in the game, pocketing a three-wicket maiden in the process, Josh Tongue said England were confident of scoring the 371 runs they need to...
Bradley overhauls Fleetwood on final hole to win Travelers Championship
English golfer three-putts on 18th while Bradley birdies it American Ryder Cup captain wins by one shot The US Ryder Cup captain, Keegan Bradley, birdied the final hole of the Travelers Championship and soared past England’s Tommy Fleetwood to win the tournament in a stunning finale in Cromwell, Connecticut. Bradley...
Club World Cup: Rüdiger alleges he was victim of racist abuse in Real Madrid’s win over Pachuca
Juventus eliminate Wydad after 4-1 victory Sweltering conditions impact games in Philadelphia and Charlotte Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso says he has “zero tolerance” for racism after Antonio Rüdiger said he was a victim of abuse during their 3-1 win against Mexican side Pachuca at the Club World Cup on...
Manchester City hit Al Ain for six in one-sided Club World Cup romp
Man of the match İlkay Gündoğan scores twice in 6-0 win in Atlanta Cherki opens account; Echeverri, Haaland and Bobb also find net Manchester City will jet into the inland heat of Orlando’s Camping World Stadium for a 3pm showdown with Juventus on Thursday that will decide who claims Group...
Women’s Euro 2025 team guides: Finland
A poor Nations League and an injury troubled buildup has taken the shine off Marko Saloranta’s side after an impressive qualifying campaign This article is part of the Guardian’s Euro 2025 Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 16 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is...