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Former goalkeeper David James believes Liverpool need striker Alexander Isak to win trophies both domestically and in Europe. The former England international admits the forward may not be the “most promising signing” due to Newcastle’s £150m price tag, but the…

The Red Roses approach the home World Cup with renewed vigor following the Lionesses’ success and will be hoping to continue a successful summer in women’s sport as they seek their first world title since 2014. England face Spain in…

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has admitted he is not “in complete control” over Alexander Isak’s future. Isak has been heavily linked with Liverpool after his interest in a move from Newcastle was revealed. The Swedish striker has three years…

Charlie Hull aims for maiden Grand Slam title at AIG Women’s Open; Hull withdraws from Evian Championships due to illness; two-time Grand Slam finalist talks fitness, Lottie Wade and Royal Porthcawl hopes Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible…

The British and Irish Lions’ bid to beat Australia has been boosted by the return of Joe McCarthy, Sione Tuipulotu and Mac Hansen from injury, but Garry Ringrose will be ruled out of the final Test on Saturday. McCarthy, Tuipulotu…

World Rugby has rejected Joe Schmidt’s claim that the decision not to penalise Jack Morgan for clearing the ball during Australia’s defeat to the British and Irish Lions on Saturday was against fundamental player safety. Hugo Keenan touched down with…

RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko is a key striker target for Manchester United, alongside Chelsea’s Nicholas Jackson, Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins and others; the Slovenian has impressed in Germany and has been compared to Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. Please use Chrome…

Celebrations continue in Kerry to mark the homecoming of the Irish senior football champions. They won the All-Ireland final on Sunday 1-26 to 0-19 against Donegal. The first stop for the homecoming celebrations was Tralee, where events began at 6.15pm,…

Adam Bate visits Shrewsbury Town to chat to director of sport Mickey Moore and assistant manager Richard O’Donnell and find out how the club are looking to learn from past mistakes and rejuvenate their image following relegation to League Two……

Pep Guardiola has confirmed his intentions to take a break from football after finishing his Manchester City career and suggested it could last for several years. Guardiola, 54, has been City manager since 2016 but during a disappointing season last…