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How Disney explains why next year’s World Cup is ‘an absolute mess’
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Aspinall makes vow over Jones retirement jibe: ‘It’s the truth’

Sinner defeats Djokovic to set up French Open final against Alcaraz

Sinner halted Djokovic’s quest for a record-breaking grand slam and will play young rival Alcaraz in the final

<p>Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner embrace after the semi-finals</p>

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Richard JollyFootball

Postecoglou departs in glory but sacking him was the logical choice

The Australian led the club to its first silverware in 17 years but Spurs’ form in the Premier League was too concerning to risk keeping him as head coach

<p>Aleksander Ceferin is coming under pressure as Uefa president (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>

Miguel DelaneyFootball

Uefa mutiny brewing as rebels plot challenge to Ceferin’s presidency

<p>Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig applauds the fans </p>

Transfers: Arsenal advance Sesko talks, Man Utd submit new Mbeumo bid

<p>Aryna Sabalenka will play Coco Gauff in her first French Open final</p>

The ‘shocking’ truth behind Sabalenka’s destruction of Swiatek

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ACFC

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Why Matheus Cunha is Man United’s best signing in years

The real reason Liverpool signed Jeremie Frimpong

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Making a Premier League team of the season that actually works

The Newcastle tactics that proved Eddie Howe is an elite manager

In depth

<p>Fabio Wardley is hoping to turn British titles into world titles</p>

Wardley can reach the top of heavyweight boxing but faces risky fight

<p>Liverpool are on the verge of signing Florian Wirtz</p>

Wirtz reveals Liverpool’s new ambition – and poses a question for Slot

<p>Luis Enrique was hoisted high on the shoulders of the PSG squad after Champions League triumph</p>

Why Enrique is the best coach in the world after emotional triumph

Independent TV

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Tom Daley urges men to ditch traditional notions of masculinity

<p>‘I felt helpless for my younger self’: Tom Daley on life in the spotlight </p>

Tom Daley reveals his pain for what he went through as a teen

<p>Gary Lineker presents his final Match of the Day before his BBC exit</p>

Gary Lineker reveals mistake during tearful MOTD final message

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Lineker’s message to Match of the Day fans as he presents final show

Sport deals

<p>adidas’s bestselling styles will see you through years to come</p>

Save over 30% on trainers and more with these adidas deals

<p>Get ready for your next adventure with Mountain Warehouse savings</p>

Best Mountain Warehouse discount codes: 20% off everything

<p>Shop the latest styles at Nike with our round-up of the best discount codes</p>

Nike discount codes for June 2025 – how to get 25% off

<p>I’ve tested the top Apple AirPods on the market, and these are the best deals available on my favourite headphones this month </p>

Best AirPods deals June 2025: AirPods Pro, 4 and Max

Football

England manager Thomas Tuchel (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Thomas Tuchel wants ‘relentless’ England performance against minnows Andorra

Reece and Lauren James are both England players (PA)

Reece James hoping to make it a family affair on the England scene this summer

Ollie Watkins has withdrawn from the England squad due to a minor injury (Adam Davy/PA)

Ollie Watkins withdraws from England squad as precaution over minor injury

Visit the USA

Here’s how to travel the US inspired by 7 recent Super Bowl champs

Hail Maryland: football, food and festivals in Baltimore and beyond

A sports lover’s guide to one week in Tennessee

Fandom in Florida: sports and city breaks in the Sunshine State

Rugby Union

<p>Stuart Lancaster is the new head coach of Connacht</p>

Lancaster returns to Ireland as ex-England coach’s new job revealed

<p>The British and Irish Lions squad has been revealed</p>

Who has been included in the Lions squad? Player-by-player guide

<p>France will take on the All Blacks in New Zealand this summer</p>

French stars could feature against All Blacks as agreement reached

<p>Millie David is a rising star on the wing who will hope to force her way into England's World Cup squad</p>

Starlet David named in Red Roses World Cup training squad

<p>Freddie Steward is relishing a leadership role for England this summer</p>

Steward eyeing new role in England team on summer tour

<p>Could Owen Farrell return to Saracens next season?</p>

Saracens open door to Farrell return — with two big stumbling blocks

Athletics

<p>The Diamond League season continues in Rome</p>

Diamond League 2025: Rome schedule and start times

<p>London has not hosted the World Championships since 2017</p>

Olympians want government to back London bid for World Championships

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Thomas calls out ‘gross’ behaviour after heckling at Grand Slam Track

Cycling

<p>Bradley Wiggins revealed last month that he became addicted to cocaine after retiring from cycling</p>

Wiggins brands Armstrong a ‘great inspiration’ in addiction battle

Lizzie Deignan will ride her final Tour of Britain Women this weekend (SWPix/Tour of Britain Women)

Lizzie Deignan ‘incredibly emotional’ ahead of Tour of Britain farewell

<p>Isaac del Toro finished second on his Giro debut as Simon Yates claimed a maiden win at the race </p>

The Yates lesson that Del Toro must learn from iconic Giro d’Italia

US Sport

<p>I tested a collection of the best gym shorts for men and these are the winners </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Best gym shorts for men 2025, tested by a fitness writer

<p>WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and Phoenix Suns and Mercury CEO Josh Bartelstein are accused of having an affair in a lawsuit filed this month.</p>

WNBA star accused of having affair with married NBA executive: lawsuit

<p>Robert Shwartzman, of Israel, celebrates after winning the pole position during qualifications for the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, May 18, 2025</p>

Israeli-born, Russia-raised Indy 500 pole winner calls for peace

Betting

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Best Betting Sites UK: Top 10 Online Bookmakers For June 2025

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Free Bets and Betting Sign Up Offers UK | June 2025

<p>We’ve picked out the best new betting sites in the UK for 2025</p>

The best new betting sites for 2025

<p>Betting apps have become the main way for gamblers to have a flutter </p>

The best betting apps for sport in 2025