Pegula admits not securing the second set earlier cost her energy in the third set against Gauff at the WTA Finals.
The Eagles are ready to part company with Sage this week, with the former Tottenham Hotspur boss emerging as their preferred choice of three candidates to take charge, TEAMtalk understands
Everton’s latest roundup highlights striker Thierno Barry’s confidence after a strong start, saying he aims to keep scoring this season. The club shares behind‑the‑scenes clips from the 3‑1 victory over Coventry City, while the U‑21s settle a 1‑1 draw with Crystal Palace. Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill praises rising talent Braiden Graham, and rumours link 19‑year‑old Ivory Coast midfielder Abdoulaye Doumbia with the Blues. Everton Women also secure a point against Chelsea in a recent draw.
Reading Women staged a dramatic comeback to draw 3-3 with Winchester City Flyers at Charters Community Stadium on Sunday. After falling 2-0 behind early – Charlie Snelling (5') and Vinnie Nkomo (10') netted for the Flyers – Alice Curr (28') sparked the revival, and Bogi Tramontini added two goals (36', 62') to put Reading 3-2 up. A late second header from Snelling (81') forced the stalemate. The result keeps Reading in the promotion hunt, narrowing the top‑six gap to four points, while the Flyers remain strong title contenders after finishing second last season. Key changes saw Scarlett Bowcott in goal and Tramontini on the scoresheet twice.
Before the Indianapolis Colts faced the Dallas Cowboys, safety Jonathan Owens shared a heartfelt pre‑game ritual with his wife, Olympic gymnast Simone Biles—a kiss and their signature handshake that fans adored. The moment, first seen in a preseason clip, highlighted Biles’ growing presence as Owens settles into his one‑year deal with the Colts. Despite Indianapolis falling 27‑23 to Dallas, the couple’s sideline display stole the spotlight, underscoring Biles’ upcoming move to Indy to support her husband. The article also details their recent Texas mansion completion and plans to relocate, showing how the duo balances NFL life with Olympic fame.
Chicharito has weighed in on the current situation at United, and he's not impressed.
Séamus Power continued his impressive late-season form with a closing 66 and a T8 finish at the PGA Tour's WorldWide Technology Championship in Mexico, but 19-year-old Blades Brown was the star of the show
Gallagher, who was signed from Atletico Madrid back in January, has chalked up just 326 of Premier League action across eight appearances, starting just three of those outings
Tyson Fury hints that his past partnership with former trainer Ben Davison could influence his upcoming bout on Dec. 11, despite Davison now joining Anthony Joshua’s corner. Fury first hired the then‑unknown Davison as head coach in 2018 for his comeback against Sefer Seferi, and the trainer stayed with him for four years. The article explores how this split‑team dynamic might play into the heavyweight clash.
The 21 favourites to succeed Michael Carrick as Manchester United's next permanent manager have been revealed.
Oscar Piastri and his management team, led by former F1 driver Mark Webber and his partner, Ann, have mutually agreed to terminate their management agreement. The decision brings to an end a partnership that covered the formative years of Piastri’s career, with former Formula 1 driver Webber saying...
The Spurs enter their Nov. 9 matchup against the Phoenix Suns riding an 8‑2 record and a dominant stretch that includes four double‑digit wins in five games. San Antonio boasts a top‑2 offense, a top‑3 defense, and ties for the league’s best net rating, while the Suns sit near the bottom in defensive (27th) and net ratings (23rd) after losing Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale. With Victor Wembanyama averaging 37 points in his last three outings, the Spurs look poised for another double‑digit win, despite injury questions for Devin Vassell (hip) and Tobias Harris (calf). The game tips off at 8 p.m. CT on DAZN, with WOAI radio coverage.
The Detroit Red Wings have begun erasing former captain Dylan Larkin from Little Caesars Arena after his abrupt departure and suspension last month. The giant Larkin banner and his cardboard likeness on the team’s "Captain’s Row" have been replaced with figures from the Russian Five, despite the group’s 30th‑anniversary having passed in 2025. Even the team store has cleared Larkin merchandise, while Patrick Kane jerseys remain on shelves despite his recent move to Chicago. The franchise’s drastic clean‑up signals an intent to rewrite recent history and treat Larkin as a non‑entity.
Montreal Canadiens news and notes
Carey Price, the man, may have felt out of place at the Hockey Hall of Fame celebrations, but Carey Price, the player, was right where he belonged. [ RDS ]
Price wanted to make sure his Indigenous heritage was featured of his Hall of Fame plaque. [ Journal de Montreal ]
Price received a big cheer as he was introduced at Scotiabank Arena as part of the Hockey Hall of Fame celebrations. [ Journal de Montreal ]
Price says Brad Marchand was h...
The Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Bears on Sunday Night Football came despite forcing five turnovers, including four interceptions of Caleb Williams. ClutchPoints blames five players and staff: QB Baker Mayfield (two costly picks and four sacks), OC Zac Robinson for a pass‑heavy, third‑down‑inept game plan, head coach Todd Bowles for overly conservative play‑calling, the offensive line for poor pass protection and penalties, and WR Tez Johnson for a missed third‑down catch. The piece argues that without fixing protection, third‑down execution and situational decisions, Tampa Bay’s defense alone won’t win games.
Chelsea’s Premier League campaign stalls as they fall 1-0 to bottom‑side Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, marking their third loss in four matches. Coach Xabi Alonso blames both his defense and attack, lamenting a poorly handled penalty situation and a lack of creativity in the final third. He criticises the team’s inability to capitalize on chances and calls for more consistency, noting recurring issues seen against Spurs and Manchester United. Alonso also questions the current system, highlighting a midfield rich in control but thin on forward firepower, and urges the squad to reflect and regroup before the next international break.
Wishing Zak Miller a swift recovery.
Real Madrid will unveil a special 125th‑anniversary kit, showcasing the club’s original all‑white badge on an all‑white jersey and a gold‑tone sleeve patch with a European Cup, the number 125, and “Anniversary 1902‑2027.” A blue version serves as the goalkeeper’s edition, and both feature Emirates as the main sponsor. The designs are currently mockups from FootyHeadlines, with the official release slated for 2027.
Namibia’s head coach Collin Benjamin unveils his 24‑man roster for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Cameroon, scheduled for 12 and 16 November 2026. The squad blends veteran internationals with rising prospects, though striker Peter Shitembi misses out due to injury. Benjamin appoints a new captain to lead the team in the crucial two‑leg tie.
Togo launches its CAN 2027 qualifying campaign from a training camp in Tabarka, Tunisia, gearing up for the crucial third‑day showdown with Algeria on 14 November 2027. The Eperviers' squad filters in gradually, with newcomers Henri Koudossou, Loic Bessile, Sadik Fofana, Steven Mensah, Augustin Drakpe, Faad Sana and Yaya Achirafou already at the base. The report, by Issa Said for AfricaSoccer.com, tracks the team's preparation ahead of the high‑stakes encounter.
Eight nations kick off the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with a perfect record, each securing six points from two matches. Morocco, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, South Africa, DR Congo, Rwanda, Mali and Guinea‑Bissau all win their opening games, positioning themselves as early front‑runners. Meanwhile, Ghana, Cape Verde and other sides trail, highlighting a split between in‑form squads and those still finding rhythm as the third round unfolds this week.
Guinea face a fourth squad loss ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations third‑ and fourth‑round qualifiers in November. Rakow Częstochowa striker Lamine Diaby Fadiga is ruled out after a serious injury sustained in a Polish league match on Sunday, adding to three prior withdrawals. The setbacks threaten Guinea’s preparation for the upcoming Eritrea‑hosted qualifiers.
The third matchday of CAN 2027 qualifying kicks off on 12‑13 November 2026, with Côte d’Ivoire facing Gambia and Mali taking on Rwanda as the headline fixtures. As teams look to solidify early points or claw back lost ground, these clashes could reshape the group standings after the opening two rounds. Eric Kwafo’s preview on AfricaSoccer.com highlights the stakes and key players to watch in these decisive games.
Barcelona clinch a 2-1 comeback win over Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano, keeping them atop La Liga. Fermin López nets both goals to overturn Diego Simeone’s side, while winger Raphinha endures harsh criticism, receiving predominantly negative ratings from Spanish media despite the victory. The piece details his struggling performance and the mixed reactions it sparked.
Fermin Lopez nets a brace to spark Barcelona’s 2-1 comeback win over Atletico Madrid at Riyadh’s Metropolitano on Sunday. The 23‑year‑old’s decisive strike record lifts the Catalans higher in a season already described as spectacular, cementing his reputation as a top attacking midfielder. The victory, crucial after a slip‑up in the previous match, showcases Barcelona’s resilience and Lopez’s rising influence in the campaign.