Matt Slater

Well, that escalated quickly. Fights with agents, the big domestic leagues and UEFA are one thing. Fighting the players? Really? While this is quite amusing at the moment, it could get ugly. Enough with the accusations, photo ops and stunts. Time to talk. nytimes.com/athletic/65157…

He's the unheralded 22-year-old Scotsman who was able to stick with Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard for nearly all of Thursday's brutal #TDF2025 stage in the Alps. Meet Oscar Onley — 22 seconds away from being the Tour de France's most surprising podium finisher for years.…

Joe Root can become Test cricket’s greatest runscorer. And that record would never be beaten. Thoughts on a memorable day at Old Trafford for ⁦@TheAthletic⁩ nytimes.com/athletic/65157…

If the soft cushions don't work, I suppose you could try the comfy chair. That will get him out. Any chance of @FA getting involved? It is, after all, meant to regulate non-league and got very upset when politicians pointed out that it wasn't doing a great job of it. Carpe diem!

India batter Rishabh Pant has clearly been injured in the fourth Test against England - Dhruv Jurel can replace him behind the stumps but not at the crease. One England captain says that is wrong, others say it is the harsh realities of the game. It is an argument that is not…

Football is widely admired among India's youth and several football clubs based in the UK are very popular in India. @Keir_Starmer

We are pleased to confirm that Woody Johnson’s purchase of Eagle Football’s shareholding in the club has now been completed. #CPFC

"We'll give it everything tomorrow" Oscar Onley spoke to Daniel after closing the gap to 3rd to 22 seconds on stage 18 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #TDF2025

Rishabh Pant has been box office in India's compelling series with England this summer. He passed 50 for the fifth time on the tour - effectively batting on one leg after an injury on day one at Old Trafford. In 2022 his life and career was very different after a car accident…

Ineos Grenadiers have confirmed to me that head carer David Rozman has left the Tour de France and is the subject of a fresh investigation by the ITA. Full story coming on @guardian_sport

“It doesn’t just happen; it’s been years in the making.” Exclusive interview with CEO Billy Hogan on how building #LFC up off the field has enabled the club to embark on a £300m summer spending spree. Record revenues = more to invest in the squad. nytimes.com/athletic/65100…

At 27, Viktor Gyokeres looks 'old' for a Premier League transfer. Certainly if recent trends in England's top flight are anything to go by. Three players aged 22 or under have been bought for £100m or more in the last three seasons. And the focus among Premier League…

The Shrimps Trust are supportive of minority shareholding action against Bond Group Investments Limited and call upon Jason Whittingham to adhere to the instructions of the letter of claim within 48 hours.

ITV’s coverage of England v Italy on Tuesday night was watched by a peak of 10.2 million across all devices, giving ITV its biggest peak audience of 2025 across ITV1 and ITVX. England’s victory on Tuesday night is also ITVX’s biggest day this year with 17.2m streams

I spent a year at Ofwat back in 2013 working on price controls I’m not remotely surprised it’s being abolished - what I saw astonished me 🧵 theguardian.com/business/2025/…

Here we go (again)? nytimes.com/athletic/65082…

His Excellency the Prime Minister: Qatar’s bid to host the 2036 Olympics reflects its Stature on the International Sports Stage. Press Release: bit.ly/3TV61PY #DOHA2036 #OLYMPICS

Before the Tour de France, Matteo Jorgenson paid tribute to each teammate. But what would he like them to say of him? “Just that I’m fully committed.” Loved speaking to him about journaling, cycling’s all-consuming nature, and battling with Pogacar. nytimes.com/athletic/65064…

The Trust would like to provide the following update on our understanding of the club’s current situation.

Life-affirming/heart-warming stuff 👇 and try to look after yourself, Nick!