March, 2021

Gareth Bale: Wales captain dreams of final chance to play at World Cup

Wales captain Gareth Bale says qualifying for his first World Cup would realise his one remaining burning ambition.

British and Irish Lions plan for tour to go ahead in South Africa

The British and Irish Lions plan to tour South Africa this summer after rejecting contingency options of staging the matches elsewhere

John Stones: England defender felt ‘helpless’ having to watch national team on TV

John Stones says he felt helpless having to watch England on TV after being recalled to the squad for the first time since November 2019.

Tokyo 2020: Covid-19 pandemic will affect Olympic hopes, says Katarina Johnson-Thompson

World heptathlon champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson says Olympic success this summer will be determined by who has coped best with the pandemic.

Newcastle’s new rock bottom under Bruce?

Have Newcastle hit a new rock bottom under Steve Bruce? The Pitch to Post panel discuss.

Clarke: Do SL clubs spend wisely on overseas players?

A club needs to get several things right if it is to have a successful season but one of the most important aspects is the recruitment of their overseas players, writes Phil Clarke…

Salford appoint Bowyer as new manager

Salford City have appointed Gary Bowyer as their new manager on a deal until the end of the season.

Two options for First Flow

First Flow could be a rare British-trained runner in Ireland this season with Kim Bailey considering Punchestown or Sandown for his Champion Chase sixth.

Davies, Lockyer out of Belgium clash

Wales have suffered a double defensive blow ahead of their opening 2022 World Cup qualifier against Belgium after Ben Davies and Tom Lockyer were ruled out due to injury.

Frank Worthington: Former England striker dies aged 72 following long illness

Former England striker Frank Worthington dies aged 72 following a long illness.
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