Littler demolishes Heta to start UK Open defence as MVG beats Aspinall

Luke Littler put in a 10-3 demolition of Damon Heta as he got his UK Open defence up and running in Minehead as Michael van Gerwen beat Nathan Aspinall in the fourth round.

Leeds condemn 'disappointing' Ramadan boos but cite 'mitigating circumstances'

Leeds have condemned the "unexpected and disappointing" booing from fans during a scheduled pause for players to break their Ramadan fast in last weekend's defeat to Man City - but set out a number of "mitigating circumstances" in their defence.

Manchester United and Newcastle defend 5% price rises on season tickets

Supporter groups’ pleas for price freezes ignored Both clubs insist hikes needed to compete on pitch Manchester United and Newcastle have increased season-ticket prices by 5% for 2026-27. While both clubs insist the rises are necessary to achieve success on the pitch, their respective supporter groups have strongly criticised the above-inflation hikes. Season tickets at Old Trafford had previously been frozen for 11 consecutive campaigns, but this is now the fourth successive year they have been increased. The club said: “We have a clear objective to return Manchester United to the top of dome

Sanchez 'disappointed' but Rosenior doesn't have a number one goalkeeper

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior says goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was "really disappointed" to be left out at Aston Villa.

Lingard signs for Brazilian club Corinthians on a free transfer

Former Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard has ended a two-month wait for a new club by joining Brazil Serie A side Corinthians on a free transfer.

Lingard joins Corinthians - what awaits him in Brazil?

Jesse Lingard joins Corinthians, but what can the former England and Manchester United midfielder expect in Brazil?

FA Cup: Arsenal's fringe players eye minutes and could there be a Hollywood upset?

FIFA, AFC urged to protect Iran women footballers after ‘traitors’ threat

Iran state TV presenter has threatened women's national team for not singing anthem at opening AFC Cup match.

Who's to blame for Spurs crisis?

BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty examines who - or what - is to blame for Spurs' crisis as they fight to avoid relegation.

GB's Gallagher on Paralympic medal hopes and Russian participation

Kelly Gallagher is a bit of a legend in Para-sports circles, certainly for any British & Northern Irish Team. Kelly is visually impaired, but has a fearless nature driven by an infectious energy.

Spurs target Freedman in sporting director search

Tottenham are interested in appointing Dougie Freedman as the club's new sporting director.

Liverpool's O'Sullivan to miss World Cup qualifier

Denise O'Sullivan is ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against the Netherlands in Utrecht on Saturday.