Maro Itoje calls on Premiership Rugby to halt player exodus to France
Maro Itoje has called on Premiership Rugby to halt the player exodus to France as he refused to rule out moving overseas when his Saracens contract expires next year.
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Howe backs Newcastle to reach Man United’s level on and off pitch
NEWCASTLE: Eddie Howe insists Newcastle can “buck the trend” as they try to become the equal of Manchester United on and off the pitch.
French referees told not to pause matches during Ramadan
PARIS: France’s football federation has told referees they must not pause matches to allow Muslim players to break their fast during Ramadan, media reports said Friday. Unlike England’s Premier League which allows it, the practice does not comply with the French Football Federation’s statutes, several media reported the body saying in an email sent to referees Thursday. It said it had been brought to the federation’s attention that matches were being interrupted following the breaking of the Ramadan fast.
Haaland a doubt for Man City’s match against Liverpool
MANCHESTER, England: Erling Haaland is a doubt for Manchester City’s match against Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday as the striker recovers from a groin injury. The 22-year-old Haaland withdrew from the Norway squad for their European Championship qualifiers against Spain and Georgia during the international break.
On and off the pitch, Premier League caters to Muslims during Ramadan
Throughout Ramadan, many Muslims around the world find themselves counting down the hours till sunset when they can devour a lavish iftar.
‘Proud’ John Stones looks to continue his success with Man City and England
When injuries and a struggle to establish himself as a starter prompted doubts about the future of England defender John Stones at Manchester City in 2018, his manager, Pep Guardiola, issued a stirring statement that made it clear he backed the defender.
London Irish insist all staff will be paid this month amid concern over finances
London Irish insist all staff will be paid this month amid growing concerns over the club’s finances in a season that has already seen Wasps and Worcester fold.
Gareth Southgate expects England stars to ‘want to be a part of’ June qualifiers
Gareth Southgate does not plan to rest key players for June’s straightforward-looking qualifiers and warned England’s quest for Euro 2024 glory will be in “trouble” if focus or commitment wavers.