Peter Wright triumphs on opening night of revamped Premier League in Cardiff
Peter Wright made the perfect start to his bid for the Cazoo Premier League title by winning the first round of the revamped competition.
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Anthony Barry leaves Ireland coaching staff for Belgium role
Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny has received some bad news as Anthony Barry is leaving his coaching team to take up a role with the Belgium national team.
Manchester United reiterate Mason Greenwood stance after his release on bail
Manchester United have reiterated that Mason Greenwood will not train with or play for the club until further notice despite being released on bail.
Roy Keane in talks over a return to the Sunderland dugout
League One Sunderland are to hold formal talks with Roy Keane over the managerial vacancy at the Stadium of Light after he emerged as their major target.
Johnny Sexton v Dan Biggar – Ireland’s inspiration faces new Wales captain
Ireland and Wales will kick off the 2022 Guinness Six Nations Championship when they meet in Dublin on Saturday.
Egypt eliminate hosts Cameroon in Cup of Nations semi-final
Goalkeeper Mohamed Abou Gabal pulled off two spectacular saves as Egypt edged hosts Cameroon 3-1 in the penalty shootout to reach the final of Africa Cup of Nations following a goalless draw after extra time on Thursday.
Football rumours: Manchester City get the jump on Bernardo Silva contract talks
The Times says Manchester City have begun contract extension talks with midfielder Bernardo Silva – three years out from his current deal expiring. Silva (27) was close to leaving City last summer to move to Spain, but club bosses are believed to be encouraged by initial talks between the two parties, with City’s propensity for possession-based play a key factor in convincing the Portugal international to stay beyond 2025.
Threat of Saudi-backed golf circuit gives players leverage, says Mickelson
Phil Mickelson said all of the world's top golfers had been contacted about joining a proposed Super Golf League (SGL) and that the threat of the Saudi-backed new circuit had improved players' earnings potential.