January 5th, 2026

‘Very negative and emotional’ – How Amorim became ‘untenable’ for Man Utd

Ruben Amorim’s emotional and inconsistent behaviour was a key part of Manchester United’s decision to sack him, Sky Sports News understands.

Root would ‘love to’ make next Ashes tour at age 39

Sky Sports‘ Michael Atherton hailed Joe Root’s 41st Test century as “one of his very best innings”, but could the 35-year-old keep going for another four years for another crack at winning the Ashes in Australia?

‘Hard working but had to go’ – Our writers’ verdict on what went wrong for Amorim

Sky Sports’ writers give their assessment of what went wrong for Ruben Amorim at Manchester United after the club confirmed the Portuguese would be departing his role after 14 months in charge at Old Trafford.

Cadillac reveal Zhou as reserve driver as new team’s debut nears

Amorim sacked by Man Utd with Fletcher in interim charge

Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim.

‘2/10’ – how England’s bowling unravelled in Sydney

Why England’s bowling performance on day two of the fifth Test is an alarming hint to the future.

Amorim sacked by Man Utd after 14 months in charge

Manchester United sack manager Ruben Amorim after he criticised the club’s hierarchy following Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Leeds.

Rosenior deserves Chelsea chance, says Rooney

Wayne Rooney says Liam Rosenior is as good a coach as he has worked with and deserves the chance to be Chelsea manager.

Steelers late show completes play-off field as road to Super Bowl is set

We look at the pick of the action and the full play-off picture and schedule after the Pittsburgh Steelers’ dramatic late victory completes the road to the Super Bowl.

Centurion Root eyes next Ashes series down under

Joe Root says he would “love” to be part of England’s next Ashes tour in 2029-30, when he will turn 39 years old.
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