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Whilst the application of VAR in its current form has failed to convince the masses, is the system itself the issue? Having an advanced video system that allows the game to reach fairer and more consistent outcomes should have brought clarity and vindication to fans and players that have been hard done by in the […]
This morning’s Australian Open first round draw saw Novak Djokovic face fellow Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic, despite the decision of his deportation still dragging on. The 34-year-old will be hoping he can defend his major title in Melbourne next Monday, but his involvement in the tournament is still as uncertain as last Thursday when he was […]
Although Chelsea haven’t been heavily linked with any big names during the January transfer window, expect to still see plenty of movement from within Stamford Bridge. We managed to speak with Football London reporter Bobby Vincent to get the latest from the Blues. A recall for Emerson? With Ben Chilwell out for the season with […]
Gloucestershire were still well represented in the third round of the FA Cup last weekend, despite the absence of the county’s two professional clubs Forest Green Rovers and Cheltenham Town. Former Gloucester City man Akwasi Asante made headlines as he found the net for Chesterfield in the 5-1 loss to reigning European champions Chelsea at […]
Omar Jallow’s wonder strike was enough to see Gambia win their first ever AFCON game, at the first attempt of asking beating Mauritania 1-0. After some smart play from Colley, his pass found Jallow, who let fire from 25 yards, seeing his left footed attempt rocket into the top right corner, nothing Mauritania keeper Diop […]
With 2022 well underway and the weather beginning to take a turn for the better, the resumption of BUCS is not far away. For those involved at UoG Men’s Rugby, it is a chance to re-gain some momentum after a mixed first-half of the season. Rugby Editor Sam Rhymes takes a look back at the […]
Evesham United have announced on Wednesday that Mike Ford will take over as the Robins manager at the end of the current campaign. Ford played for Oxford United and Cardiff City and successfully gained two promotions during his playing career. Ford is currently managing St. Ives Town who play in the Southern League Central Premier […]
Reports emerged last night that an England rugby international had been arrested in regards to an alleged rape of a teenager. A 41-year old woman was arrested alongside the rugby player “on suspicion of administering a substance with intent to cause a sexual offence.” A police spokesperson made the following comments relating to the incident: […]
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Harvey Elliott is close to a first team return. The youngster has been side-lined since September after fracturing his ankle in Liverpool’s 3-0 Premier League win at Leeds. In his press conference before the first leg Carabao Cup tie against Arsenal, Klopp said: “Harvey Elliot looks really promising […]
Lorenzo Insigne’s move to Major League Soccer side Toronto FC has put the whole footballing world alert as clubs search for bargains. Insigne has signed a contract thought to be worth $8 million US per year with the Canadian team and is due to start from July 1, 2022 when his deal at Napoli expires. […]