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Ashford strike earns Cardiff win at Sheffield United

Cardiff City forward Cian Ashford's 19th-minute striker was enough to earn his side a 1-0 win over Sheffield United in their FA Cup third round match at Bramall Lane.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Bellingham scores to set up Super Cup Clásico

Second-half goals by Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo helped Real Madrid to a 3-0 win over Mallorca in the Spanish Super Cup semi-finals on Thursday and set up a final showdown with Barcelona.

ESPN - Jan. 9

FA Cup history: Ashley Young could play vs. son

Everton defender Ashley Young said it would be the high point of his career if he lines up against his 18-year-old son Tyler when the Merseyside club host Peterborough United in the third round of ...

ESPN - Jan. 9

VAR won't be used in any FA Cup third round ties

The FA Cup third round gets underway on Thursday -- but VAR won't be used in any of the ties.

ESPN - Jan. 9

Sutton's FA Cup third-round predictions v Billy Bob Thornton

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Standing on the Shoulder of Kitties star Billy Bob Thornton with his predictions for all 32 FA Cup third-round ties.

BBC News - Jan. 9

FA Cup upset watch: Arsenal aim to avoid surprise by Man United; Everton must watch out for Peterborough

The FA Cup always delivers upset, but which teams need to be on alert this week?

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Everton fire coach Sean Dyche just hours before FA Cup game against Peterborough United

The manager had been at the club since January of 2023

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Ryder Cup hopefuls forced to listen to ‘U-S-A, U-S-A’ chants before Team Cup

Europeans get a taste of Bethpage mood over PA system Luke Donald says tournament has ‘massive importance’ Luke Donald gave his potential Ryder Cup players a taste of what to expect at Bethpage ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

Sources: Amad agrees new Man United contract

Manchester United have agreed terms on a new contract for Amad Diallo, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 9

Carabao Cup offers lifeline for Postecoglou and Spurs

After what has been a challenging month for Ange Postecoglou, the prospect of a cup final may just be focal point that Spurs and their under-pressure boss so desperately need.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Bergvall gives Tottenham edge in Carabao Cup semi-final to fury of Liverpool

Tottenham feared they had found a novel way to feel a kick where it most hurts, something entirely in keeping with the moment they are in. There were 77 minutes on the clock, this Carabao Cup ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Gavi, Yamal send Barcelona to Super Cup final

Goals from Gavi and Lamine Yamal earned Barcelona a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Jeddah on Wednesday to reach their third successive final.

ESPN - Jan. 8

EFL defend Cup ball after Arteta's complaint

The EFL have defended the ball used in Carabao Cup matches after Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta suggested it may have been a factor in defeat to the Newcastle.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Biggest modern-day FA Cup third-round upsets

Relive some of the biggest FA Cup third-round upsets this century, including Manchester United's shock defeat by a Leeds team who were in League One.

BBC News - Jan. 8

Arteta laments 'different' Cup ball in Arsenal loss

Mikel Arteta has suggested Arsenal's failure to adapt to the Carabao Cup ball was a factor in Tuesday's 2-0 semifinal, first leg defeat to Newcastle United.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Didier Deschamps to leave as France coach after 2026 World Cup

Deschamps in charge since 2012 and won 2018 World Cup Zinedine Zidane the early favourite to take over France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, has confirmed he will leave when his contract expires ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Arsenal's Mikel Arteta critiques 'tricky' ball after loss to Newcastle United in EFL Cup semifinal first leg

The manager explained how the ball is different from the one they use in the Premier League

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

'It's tricky, they fly a lot' - Arteta on EFL Cup balls

Mikel Arteta still believes Arsenal can reach the Carabao Cup final - but says they must first master the "tricky" football used in the competition.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Pulisic stars as Milan rally, beat Inter in Super Cup

A goal in added time from Tammy Abraham completed a stunning comeback for AC Milan who won the Italian Super Cup with a dramatic 3-2 victory over city rivals Inter Milan in Monday's final in Riyadh ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Newcastle United stun Arsenal, win 2-0 in first leg of EFL Cup semifinals to put one foot in final

Newcastle have now won seven games in a row

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Arsenal vs. Newcastle United how to watch, stream, odds: 2025 EFL Cup semifinal picks, bets by top expert

Martin Green has locked in his best bets for Tuesday's Arsenal vs. Newcastle EFL Cup semifinal match on Paramount+

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Newcastle on verge of Carabao Cup final after famous win at Arsenal

The irony will surely not be lost on Mikel Arteta. On a night when his side were hoping to put one foot in the Carabao Cup final, it was Alexander Isak– a striker that the Arsenal manager has long ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Arsenal 0-2 Newcastle United: Carabao Cup semi-final, first leg – live

Newcastle take a huge step towards Wembley with a clinical and determined win at the Emirates. Newcastle get the ball rolling. The Emirates in fine voice. Roar!. The teams are out! Arsenal in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Manchester United will listen to offers for Mainoo, Garnacho and Højlund

United not seeking to offload but trio not untouchable Offers will also be considered for Yoro, De Ligt and Ugarte Manchester United will listen to serious offers for any of Ruben Amorim’s ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Which teams most needs to win the Carabao Cup?

Semifinalists Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle and Tottenham want glory for various reasons.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Arsenal vs. Newcastle United: How to watch EFL Cup semifinals live stream, prediction, pick, lineup, odds

Arsenal are targeting their first trophy since 2020, while Newcastle aim for their first since 1955

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Carabao Cup previews: Arsenal v Newcastle, plus Spurs v Liverpool

Team news and form guides as the semi-finalists prepare to meet in north London this week. Arsenal had to share the spoils with Brighton at the Amex last weekend. Ethan Nwaneri opened the scoring ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Can Kemi Badenoch unite the right in Britain?

After a brutal election defeat, the Conservatives are now fighting with Reform to defend their place as the UK’s main opposition party

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Conceição caps 1st week at Milan with Super Cup

Sergio Conceicao capped an incredible first week at AC Milan by lifting the Italian Super Cup on Monday, wrapping up a period which included two comeback wins, fighting a fever, picking up an ...

ESPN - Jan. 6

Arteta insists Arsenal can deliver Carabao Cup triumph despite injuries

Ethan Nwaneri joins Bukayo Saka and others on sidelines Arsenal host Newcastle in Tuesday’s semi-final first leg Mikel Arteta has insisted mounting injury problems will not distract Arsenal from ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Slot: United quality, not Madrid links affected TAA

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot disagreed with the idea that Trent Alexander-Arnold's lacklustre display in his team's 2-2 draw with Manchester United came as a result of speculation linking the ...

ESPN - Jan. 6

Amorim: Everyone 'too comfortable' at Man United

Ruben Amorim praised Manchester United's spirited 2-2 draw against Liverpool and then said he is trying to "shock" with his comments.

ESPN - Jan. 6

PSG win Super Cup with last-gasp Dembélé goal

A stoppage-time goal by forward Ousmane Dembele earned Paris St Germain a 1-0 win over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday as the Ligue 1 champions lifted the trophy for the third ...

ESPN - Jan. 6

Why this week's 'Team Cup' is important for Europe's Ryder Cup hopes

This geographically misplaced match, with the most anodyne of names, has a value that might help nudge Europe to a rare away win over the US next September, writes Iain Carter.

BBC News - Jan. 6

World Cup award adds pressure to Saudi Arabia’s construction challenge

Sporting plans bulk out kingdom’s project pipeline as it seeks to reduce dependence on oil revenues

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Coco Gauff Beats Iga Swiatek to Help U.S. Win United Cup

Gauff moved her head-to-head with Iga Swiatek one small step in the right direction with a 6-4, 6-4 win in Sydney.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Brookes seals 'insane' back-to-back World Cup wins

Britain's Mia Brookes produces another stunning display of big air snowboarding to seal back-to-back World Cup victories.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Best NHL Players To Never Win a Stanley Cup In Recent Memory

Hockey players everywhere dream of one day getting to hoist the Stanley Cup. And while many great players have had the pleasure over the years, some NHL stars never got to taste Cup glory.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

GB win gold at Bobsleigh World Cup

Great Britain win gold in the four-man event at the IBSF Bobsleigh World Cup in Winterberg, Germany.

BBC News - Jan. 5

USA win United Cup as Coco Gauff lays down marker against Iga Swiatek

Gauff defeats world No 2 Swiatek 6-4, 6-4 in Sydney Fritz clinches title with 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 victory over Hurkacz In her short time as a professional tennis player, even as her career flourished ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

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