Scottish Premiership passing rises as Dundee United changes approach
Early Opta figures show more passes and higher accuracy across Scotland's top flight, but seven matches per club cannot establish a lasting change.
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Susanne Callin’s European Top Fuel title extends run of women champions
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Australian Open plans more shade, 700 seats and day-pass limits for 2027
Tennis Australia chief executive Andrew Abdo outlined changes at a Melbourne launch as the tournament weighs record crowds against queues and visitor comfort.
Wallabies retain Suaalii on wing as Henry starts first Bledisloe Test
Isaac Henry replaces suspended Hunter Paisami at outside centre for Saturday’s match with New Zealand at Eden Park, while Len Ikitau moves inside.
Lionel Messi scores in Argentina farewell as Benin lose 3-0 in Buenos Aires
Messi scored a penalty and helped create Argentina’s other two goals at the Monumental. Accounts of his final appearance agree on 126 goals but differ on his total caps.
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Ahead of the first Test in South Africa, Head said past players had judged the current batting group unfairly. Separate analysis shows a wider decline in Test batting averages.
Portugal rises to fifth in FIFA men’s ranking after four Nations League wins
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Jon Rahm rejects LIV Golf relaunch terms as contract exit talks continue
Rahm’s lawyer told a bankruptcy court the three-time LIV individual champion will not join the proposed LIV 2.0. His formal separation from the league remains under discussion.
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Messi said he already missed wearing Argentina's shirt after his final international appearance, a 3-0 win over Benin. Ronaldo responded with praise for his long career.
Tonda Eckert receives suspended six-week ban and £28,000 fine in Southampton spying case
The Southampton manager admitted three FA misconduct charges over the observation of opponents’ training. The ban is suspended until the end of the 2027/28 season.
Bradford Bulls Women appoint Amy Hardcastle as head coach for 2027
The former England centre returns to the club where she began her playing career after Bradford lost 11 of 12 league games in 2026.
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The club can add up to 2,250 seats to its planned stand, taking Kop capacity to 7,750. A residents’ parking scheme remains under examination.
David Silva comes out of retirement to join Hong Kong club Supreme Sha Tin
The 40-year-old former Manchester City and Spain midfielder has joined the newly promoted club, but his first appearance depends on his arrival, fitness assessment and training.
Scarlets face uncertain future as WRU plans one west Wales rugby licence
The Welsh Rugby Union plans three men’s professional teams from 2028/29, leaving Scarlets and Ospreys waiting for a decision on the single west Wales licence.
Brendan Venter calls Prem Rugby’s media demands ‘autocratic’ after reported Saracens fine
Saracens’ technical director says he wants attention on the team and head coach Joe Shaw, while the club says Venter still has significant media duties.
Aryna Sabalenka’s Beijing return: feeling ‘fresh’ after losing No. 1
Sabalenka says she began feeling stronger at the US Open. Her China Open return follows a ranking change that Elena Rybakina secured before their New York final.
Anthony Gordon strengthens claim to England’s left-wing role after two Nations League goals
The Barcelona winger scored against Spain and Czechia, drawing praise from Thomas Tuchel while England’s competition for places remains open.
Arsenal and Chelsea face WSL fixture disruption from 2028 Women’s Club World Cup
A proposed January tournament window could take the clubs out of up to four Women’s Super League match weeks, but FIFA has yet to confirm the dates or qualification rules.