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Concacaf confirms two eight-team groups for 2027 Gold Cup
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Concacaf confirms two eight-team groups for 2027 Gold Cup

The 2027 Gold Cup will give each team four group matches under a revised format. Concacaf has also confirmed the tournament dates and April draw.

Staff • November 5, 2026
WTA apologises after practice microphones broadcast private player conversations
Tennis

WTA apologises after practice microphones broadcast private player conversations

The WTA has accepted responsibility for failing to warn players that practice-court microphones were active at Indian Wells. BBC Sport reports that future practice videos will carry no audio.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Owen Trout served one-month cannabis ban and is free to compete
Rugby

Owen Trout served one-month cannabis ban and is free to compete

England forward Owen Trout has already served a one-month ban following a positive cannabis test. UKAD confirmed he is free to compete after completing an approved treatment programme.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Tenerife team-mates carry Jesus de Miguel’s casket as family thanks mourners
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Tenerife team-mates carry Jesus de Miguel’s casket as family thanks mourners

Jesus de Miguel’s funeral took place in Navahermosa on Thursday, with his Tenerife team-mates carrying his casket. His family thanked supporters and asked for privacy as they grieve.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Tom Curry injury leaves England awaiting fitness decision before Australia Test
Rugby

Tom Curry injury leaves England awaiting fitness decision before Australia Test

Tom Curry is a major doubt for England's meeting with Australia after a reported training injury. His twin brother Ben is the leading contender to start at openside if required.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Jesus de Miguel funeral held as family thanks football community for support
Football

Jesus de Miguel funeral held as family thanks football community for support

Spanish football figures attended Jesus de Miguel's funeral in Navahermosa on Thursday. The Tenerife forward's family thanked supporters and asked for privacy as they grieve.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Zak Tribe earns batting award as Jersey win Challenge League A
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Zak Tribe earns batting award as Jersey win Challenge League A

Jersey finished five points clear in Cricket World Cup Challenge League A to secure another qualifier play-off appearance. Zak Tribe took the final round’s batting award after scoring a career-best international 150.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Scotland restore Russell and Tuipulotu in sweeping team changes
Rugby

Scotland restore Russell and Tuipulotu in sweeping team changes

Finn Russell and captain Sione Tuipulotu return to Scotland's starting side as Gregor Townsend announces extensive changes from July's win over Fiji.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
FIFA considering under-23 limit for women's Olympic football, report says
Football

FIFA considering under-23 limit for women's Olympic football, report says

The Guardian reports that FIFA wants discussions about an age limit for women's Olympic football. No formal proposal has been made, and Los Angeles 2028 would be unaffected.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Spanish players union seeks weekend postponements as De Miguel funeral held
Football

Spanish players union seeks weekend postponements as De Miguel funeral held

The AFE has asked for all weekend matches to be postponed after Jesus de Miguel’s death. His family thanked supporters as his funeral took place in Navahermosa.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Rory McIlroy handed two-stroke penalty at Abu Dhabi Championship
Golf

Rory McIlroy handed two-stroke penalty at Abu Dhabi Championship

Rory McIlroy’s opening score was revised to 70 after a penalty for improving his lie, leaving him eight shots behind Francesco Laporta.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Brazilian under-20 semi-final produces 53 dismissals after mass brawl
Football

Brazilian under-20 semi-final produces 53 dismissals after mass brawl

A Minas Gerais youth semi-final between Uberlandia and Mamore resulted in 53 dismissals involving players, coaches and club officials. Uberlandia subsequently forfeited the return leg, sending Mamore through.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Jesus Owono withdraws from Equatorial Guinea squad after Jesus de Miguel's death
Football

Jesus Owono withdraws from Equatorial Guinea squad after Jesus de Miguel's death

Jesus Owono has requested to miss Equatorial Guinea's November Afcon qualifiers following Jesus de Miguel's death. The federation confirmed his absence from the squad for two games against Zimbabwe.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Seamus Coleman takes training and leadership role in Ireland squad
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Seamus Coleman takes training and leadership role in Ireland squad

Seamus Coleman will train with the Republic of Ireland squad and support the coaching staff without joining the playing list. Nathan Collins returns as Heimir Hallgrimsson names 24 players for the November internationals.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Seamus Coleman handed Ireland leadership role as Collins returns to squad
Football

Seamus Coleman handed Ireland leadership role as Collins returns to squad

Seamus Coleman will train with the Republic of Ireland and support the coaching staff without joining the playing squad. Nathan Collins and Harvey Vale return for the Nations League fixtures against Austria and Kosovo.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mamoré reach youth final after mass brawl as suspension ruling draws protest
Football

Mamoré reach youth final after mass brawl as suspension ruling draws protest

Mamoré secured promotion after Uberlândia withdrew from their semi-final return leg. Fellow semi-finalists Aymorés have challenged the handling of suspensions following the mass brawl.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Gloucestershire to adopt Bristol identity for 2027 T20 Blast
Cricket

Gloucestershire to adopt Bristol identity for 2027 T20 Blast

Gloucestershire will switch to a Bristol identity in the T20 Blast from 2027 as competition revenue falls. The plans have drawn criticism from a long-standing member over the county connection.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Fenerbahce overturn Liverpool lead to win 3-2 in Kuyt farewell
Football

Fenerbahce overturn Liverpool lead to win 3-2 in Kuyt farewell

Archie Brown and Vedat Muriqi scored six minutes apart as Fenerbahce ended Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start. The win came in Dirk Kuyt’s final match as interim coach.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Laura Kaminski celebrates Norwegian double in first season at Brann
Football

Laura Kaminski celebrates Norwegian double in first season at Brann

Laura Kaminski has guided Brann to Norway’s league-and-cup double in her debut season. The former Crystal Palace manager says the move has broadened her coaching experience.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty after 234 caps
Football

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty after 234 caps

Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his Portugal career with 146 goals in 234 appearances. The Portuguese federation plans to honour its record scorer following his retirement announcement.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mamoré advance after Uberlândia withdrawal follows 53-dismissal semi-final
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Mamoré advance after Uberlândia withdrawal follows 53-dismissal semi-final

Mamoré reached the Minas Gerais under-20 final after Uberlândia conceded the return leg following a match with 53 dismissals.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Kozo Tashima announces challenge to Infantino for FIFA presidency
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Kozo Tashima announces challenge to Infantino for FIFA presidency

Japan Football Association honorary president Kozo Tashima has announced plans to contest March’s FIFA election. His declaration adds a second challenger ahead of the November nomination deadline.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Bromley appoint Karl Robinson as manager with club bottom of League One
Football

Bromley appoint Karl Robinson as manager with club bottom of League One

Karl Robinson has signed a long-term contract at Bromley, who sit bottom of League One. Interim boss Byron Webster will remain on the coaching staff following Andy Woodman's departure.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo announces Portugal retirement after 23-year international career
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Cristiano Ronaldo announces Portugal retirement after 23-year international career

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his international retirement with 234 Portugal appearances and 146 goals. The Portuguese federation plans a tribute to its departing captain.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Mark Robinson returns to Sussex as part-time director of cricket
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Mark Robinson returns to Sussex as part-time director of cricket

Mark Robinson has returned to Sussex as director of cricket following Paul Farbrace's departure. The former head coach takes a part-time role as the county works through financial difficulties.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Raya urges Arsenal to cut out turnovers after Prague scare
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Raya urges Arsenal to cut out turnovers after Prague scare

Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 2-1 after first-half goals from Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres. David Raya denied Oskar Kubiak before Wiktor Nowak scored late for the hosts.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
USOPC reviews outside investment in Team USA commercial rights
Olympics

USOPC reviews outside investment in Team USA commercial rights

The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee is examining commercial structures that could bring in private investors. It says any arrangement would preserve its governance and commitment to athletes.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
FA and WSL launch two-phase study into ACL injuries in women’s football
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FA and WSL launch two-phase study into ACL injuries in women’s football

An FA-funded study will survey and interview players and staff across the WSL and WSL2 to investigate ACL injuries and inform prevention and rehabilitation.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Muriqi winner ends Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start in Istanbul
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Muriqi winner ends Liverpool’s perfect Champions League start in Istanbul

Fenerbahce recovered from two deficits to beat Liverpool 3-2, with Vedat Muriqi scoring the decisive goal in Istanbul.

Staff Nov 5, 2026
Wales name Llewellyn and James in midfield as Jenkins returns
Rugby

Wales name Llewellyn and James in midfield as Jenkins returns

Steve Tandy has made seven changes from the Wales side beaten by South Africa, with Sam Costelow selected at fly-half and Dafydd Jenkins back from a knee injury.

Staff Nov 5, 2026