January 30th, 2025
Ireland reveal side to face England in Six Nations blockbuster
Defending champions Ireland have named the side that will face England in Saturday’s eagerly-anticipated match on the opening weekend of this year’s Six Nations, with Sam Prendergast starting at out-half.
England struggle again in battle to avoid Ashes whitewash
England’s battle to avoid a Women’s Ashes whitewash began in disappointing fashion as they were rolled for 170 on day one of the pink-ball Test against Australia in Melbourne.
Kelly turns down Brighton amid interest from Man Utd
Manchester City’s Chloe Kelly has turned down the chance to move to Brighton – with her preference to stay in Manchester amid interest from rivals United.
Cheika to leave Leicester Tigers at end of season
Leicester Tigers head coach Michael Cheika will leave at the end of the season after deciding not to extend his contract with the club.
Coote: I felt ashamed; they were dark days
David Coote says he feels “ashamed” of the incidents which led to him being sacked by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) and has reflected on the “dark” days he experienced as stories about him emerged, in an interview with Sky Sports.
American figure skaters were on plane that crashed
Members of the United States figure skating community were on board an aeroplane that crashed near Washington DC, the country’s governing organisation for the sport says.
Gerrard leaves Al-Ettifaq after 18 months in charge
Steven Gerrard leaves his role as manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq after 18 months in charge.
Ireland pick Prendergast at fly-half for England game
Ireland interim head coach Simon Easterby retains Sam Prendergast at fly-half for Ireland’s opening Six Nations match against England on Saturday.
England’s woes continue as Australia dominate day one of Test
Australia’s dominance of the Women’s Ashes continues as England are bowled out for 170 on day one in Melbourne.
Man City avoid Champions League humiliation as Real or Bayern await
Manchester City’s Champions League hopes almost ended against Club Brugge – but a big improvement is needed to make the last 16, says BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty.