Six Nations: Ireland boss Andy Farrell in no mood to engage with Eddie Jones’ mind games
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell regards attempted mind games from England counterpart Eddie Jones as unnecessary but admits to finding them entertaining.
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Caio Lucas double powers Sharjah to victory as Al Whada prepare for Al Ain showdown
Caio Lucas scored twice as Sharjah overcame Ajman 2-1 at home to stay third in the Adnoc Pro League on Thursday.
Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has a score to settle after Manchester United snub
There was a candidate, even though there was not yet a vacancy. Manchester United had suffered the historic humiliation of a 5-0 home defeat to Liverpool. While Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s long, drawn-out goodbye continued, some close to Antonio Conte let it be known he was interested in replacing the beleaguered Norwegian. It soon became apparent the attraction was not mutual. United were not keen on the serial Serie A winner.
Barcelona player ratings vs Galatasaray: Araujo 5, Memphis 6, Traore 7
Barcelona stumbled to a goalless draw with Galatasaray in their Europa League last-16 first leg at the Camp Nou on Thursday.
Southampton vs Newcastle player ratings: Armstrong 8, Broja 5; Guimaraes 8, Wood 7
Newcastle United continued their superb start to the year with a 2-1 win over Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on Thursday.
Norwich vs Chelsea player ratings: Sargent 4, Pukki 6; Mount 9, Werner 5
Thomas Tuchel has vowed Chelsea will not be destroyed by the sanctions on Blues owner Roman Abramovich that plunged the European champions into turmoil before their 3-1 win at Norwich on Thursday.
Chelsea overcome off-field turmoil to maintain Champions League charge
Chelsea overcame the chaos of a turbulent day off the pitch to grind out a 3-1 win at Norwich and stay in the driving seat for Champions League qualification.
Ukraine conflict stirs flashbacks for US Paralympic skier
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