Updated : 04/02/2026

Sport Daily Mail 04/02/2026 07:10:02 PM Paul Merson lays into Chelsea for 'going out with a whimper' in dull Carabao Cup semi-final second leg and jokes Wesley Fofana cried at full-time because they 'didn't give it a go' Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (4-2 agg) - PLAYER RATINGS: Who won the stodgy midfield battle? Which Blues star lacked creativity? And who was anonymous and ineffective? 19 shares Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (4-2 agg) - PLAYER RATINGS share Guardiola criticises Trump and makes Man City spending claim Man United Confidential: Revealed: Big-money deadline day transfer weighed-up, Casemiro's next move, the Tyrell Malacia mystery and when Ruben Amorim intends to have his say on Old Trafford nightmare It may have been a quiet transfer window for Manchester United, but Confidentialunderstands that United were still weighing up a big-money move for a midfielder until late in January. share Man United confidential: Revealed: Deadline day move weighed-up Former France star labels Liverpool as 'suckers' who have 'lost their minds' over decision to sign £60m Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes Liverpool won a race against Chelsea to secure the signing of Jeremy Jacquet on deadline day, but the deal has failed to impress a former French star, who claims they have 'lost their minds'. Football chiefs to vote on drastic new measures to clamp down on time-wasting by goalkeepers and during substitutions MIKE KEEGAN: Football's lawmakers will vote later this month on whether to bring in countdowns to prevent time wasting and on the introduction of a 10-second substitute rule. 19 shares Football chiefs to vote on drastic new time-wasting measures Man United flop proposes to Arsenal legend's daughter 'Distressed' McNeil left in tears after move called off Man United trio dine out with girlfriends after Fulham win Bellingham breaks down in tears following injury Your browser does not support the video tag.KSI wrestled to ground in bizarre charity game incident Man United flop proposes to Arsenal legend's daughter 'Distressed' McNeil left in tears after move called off Man United trio dine out with girlfriends after Fulham win Bellingham breaks down in tears following injury Your browser does not support the video tag.KSI wrestled to ground in bizarre charity game incident Man United flop proposes to Arsenal legend's daughter 'Distressed' McNeil left in tears after move called off Man United trio dine out with girlfriends after Fulham win Bellingham breaks down in tears following injury Your browser does not support the video tag.KSI wrestled to ground in bizarre charity game incident Revealed: Sky Bet's odds for Man United to finish in the top TWO in the Premier League after Michael Carrick's perfect start as head coach share Man U are 14/1 with Sky Bet to secure a top-two finish this season Lost amid claim and counter-claim and words like 'rubbish' and 'wild', was the germ of a story whose first page was turned on deadline day: Sandro Tonali and his future at Newcastle. Crystal Palace weigh up knee surgery for Jean-Philippe Mateta as France striker bids to be fit for World Cup - after £30m deadline day move to AC Milan failed due to medical issues Jean-Phillipe Mateta and Crystal Palace are weighing up whether he should undergo surgery in a bid to make the World Cup with France. share Crystal Palace weigh up knee surgery for Jean-Philippe Mateta Police SHUT DOWN major UK-based illegal streaming network used for Premier League football - and make string of arrests - after Sky Sports complained Police have arrested four people and seized servers worth £750,000 in a major new development in the war against illegal streaming. Russia could RETURN to the Olympics: Games chiefs hint country banned since invasion of Ukraine may soon be allowed back RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN MILAN: Only 13 Russians will be competing as 'neutrals' at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy this month. share Russia could RETURN to the Olympics Notorious Albanian criminal's 'despicable' brother jailed after footballer and his pregnant wife suffer 'huge emotional distress' in 11.30pm raid at their luxury home share Albanian criminal's brother jailed after raid on footballer and wife How Harry Brook unlocked a formula for World Cup success after 'awesome' Sri Lanka win - and why two unlikely heroes with the ball give England an edge, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH LAWRENCE BOOTH: The Sri Lankans were cruising in pursuit of a modest total of 128 for nine, but the Pallekele pitch - used for the third time in five days - was turning lavishly. share How Harry Brook unlocked a formula for World Cup success On this week last year, Rennes were forking out what was described as a hefty fee to get Jeremy Jacquet. Twelve months later, Rennes have made their money back 75 times over. 22 shares How Liverpool beat Chelsea in the race to sign 'big gem' Jacquet Footballer's daughter to footballer's wife! Man United flop Donny van de Beek is marrying Arsenal legend's daughter - and her dad's delighted Donny van de Beek didn't run rings around defences at Manchester United - but he is putting a ring on the finger of one of football's most famous daughters. 6 shares Man United flop Van de Beek is marrying an Arsenal legend's daughter Cristiano Ronaldo could quit Saudi as contract release clause is revealed with MLs and return to Europe emerging as options to finish his 1,000-goal quest Ronaldo is claimed to unhappy with the manner in which Saudi Arabia's PIF is handling Al-Nassr's finances, particularly in comparison to how they are treating rival clubs. 2 shares Ronaldo could quit Saudi as contract release clause is revealed Meet the glamorous WAGs behind the star athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics... and their very surprising careers share Meet the glamorous WAGs behind the athletes at 2026 Winter Olympics The possibility of Russell becoming world champion might even help pull off the minor miracle of Mercedes appreciating their star asset's superb talent, writes JONATHAN McEVOY. share Will lightning-quick Mercedes finally show Russell some respect? Kalvin Phillips can overthink. Even while securing a move to Manchester City and all the trappings that brings, Phillips was preoccupied with the ramifications of leaving Leeds. 18 shares The fall of Kalvin Phillips: 'Weight-gate' and tearful call to Bielsa Former Man United star Brandon Williams - once sentenced to 14 months after dangerous driving charge - released by Championship club after playing just FIVE minutes Former Manchester United star Brandon Williams has left Hull City by mutual consent after making just one appearance for the club. 6 shares Former Man United star released by Championship club League One manager emerges as favourite to take over as Blackburn boss - as Championship strugglers bid to avoid relegation amid eight-game winless run EXCLUSIVE BY SIMON JONES: Leam Richardson is emerging as a leading candidate to become the next manager of Blackburn Rovers. 80 shares League One boss emerges as favourite to take over Blackburn Rovers Why Thomas Tuchel will be pleased at Manchester United's revival and its implications for his England World Cup squad, writes CRAIG HOPE 1 share Why Thomas Tuchel will be pleased at Manchester United's revival For Steve Borthwick and his England side, the next five weeks represent a chance to make history by completing the Six Nations Grand Slam for only the third time in their history. share This is team England MUST pick to win the Six Nations: CLIVE WOODWARD The 10 breakout stars set to light up the Six Nations: From the French wonder wings with pace to burn and the Welsh schemer at No 10 to England's emerging bulldozer prop and Ireland's giant lock With the Six Nations upon us, Daily Mail Sport's ALEX BYWATER takes you through 10 shooting stars to watch out for share The 10 breakout stars set to light up the Six Nations In an interview after City's draw with Spurs, Rodri talks about a series of decisions that have gone against his team and says 'it is not possible'. He hints the English game is corrupt. 39 shares OLIVER HOLT: Rodri should be banned for throwing dirt at referees Inside the mind of Andy Farrell: Why the Ireland coach has gambled with key selections for Stade de France showdown... and the glaring Sam Prendergast problem that refuses to go away This Ireland squad has been avoiding storms since they left Dublin a few weeks ago. share Ireland Six Nations squad: Glaring issue that refuses to go away The unfinished Winter Olympics: Just two days before events begin, photos expose how the Games looks like giant construction site with schools forced to close and ice rinks made too small! 34 shares The unfinished Winter Olympics just one day before events begin Lindsey Vonn, 41, reveals she WILL compete in Winter Olympics... despite being airlifted to hospital with a ruptured ACL four days ago The American skiing legend's hopes of competing in Italy were thrown into doubt last week when she was airlifted to hospital after a brutal crash in her final Alpine World Cup event. 3 shares Lindsey Vonn, 41, reveals she WILL compete in Winter Olympics Tony Pigott dead at 67: Ex-England cricketer - who postponed his own wedding to play for his country - dies after sudden cardiac arrest Former England cricketer and Sussex seam bowler Tony Pigott has died at the age of 67 after he suffered a heart attack last week. 21 shares Tony Pigott dead at 67: Cricketer who postponed his own wedding Luke Littler reveals he got NOTHING for girlfriend's birthday - but makes pledge after banking £100,000 jackpot for World Masters triumph share Luke Littler reveals he got NOTHING for girlfriend's birthday Revealed: How a data scientist 'genius' who used to work for Deliveroo is helping England's Six Nations selection, why 'cohesion' is key and the way Man City are role models for Steve Borthwick In a meeting room at England's training camp, a team of scientists with laptops are processing data. It is common in the Test environment, but Steve Borthwick is ahead of the game. share How a data 'genius' who used to work for Deliveroo is helping England The Bath winger has a habit of producing world-class tries - the sort very few players can score. That's all great and is why he's in the side. But too often he has been a peripheral figure. share SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Why England selecting Arundell is so exciting How ITV plan to blow low-budget BBC and their work-from-home World Cup plans out of the water: Laura Woods and top pundits plotted up in a prime spot in New York as details revealed MIKE KEEGAN: Unlike their rivals at the BBC - the broadcaster will base themselves in a New York studio with a dramatic view of Brooklyn Bridge and the Big Apple's iconic skyline. 27 shares Gary Neville leads ITV's stellar punditry lineup for the World Cup Gay dating app Grindr ramp up their security for the Winter Olympics to let athletes hook up in secret Thousands of Olympians have descended on Italy this week as the 25th edition of the Games gets ready to officially kick off across Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo on Friday. share Grindr enhances privacy features for athletes ahead of Winter Olympics LeBron James and the Lakers set for bombshell 'divorce' as NBA insider reveals when icon will quit the team The 41-year-old has been with the franchise since 2018 but has been tipped to either retire or leave the franchise, amid a reported rift with Lakers chiefs, in the near future. share LeBron James and the Lakers set for bombshell 'divorce' On-strike Cristiano Ronaldo FAILS to stop Karim Benzema's Saudi swap transfer and now faces uncertain future on his £488,000-a-day deal as his club Al-Nassr go into media blackout

The Telegraph 04/02/2026 04:10:16 AM Why Jacquet joined Liverpool in deal worth £60m and not Chelsea for £70m football Palace sign Strand Larsen but face Mateta dilemma after Milan move collapses Transfer deadline day Grieving Itoje backed to give England a lift from the bench against Wales Rugby union ExclusiveAlonso expected to be on three-man shortlist to succeed Guardiola Football No coach, no problem for ‘super aggressive’ Raducanu Tennis Tony Pigott’s last interview‘Cats have nine lives – I’m into my teens’ Cricket FootballRomero calls Spurs squad depth ‘disgraceful’ in new dig at board FootballRonaldo on collision course with Saudis after missing match RacingAamilah Aswat victorious for the Queen as first black female winner F1Wolff hits out at ‘moaning’ rivals as engine row escalates Borthwick throws out conservatism for frightening dynamism with Arundell return Comment The 30 greatest players in Six Nations history Ranked Maro Itoje’s grief will give England team-mates extra motivation Comment Six Nations 2026 fantasy rugby: Cheat sheet with the best tips Six Nations Joe Marler‘I enjoy dressing up as a princess’ Interview Rugby World Cup 2027England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales match details Fixtures England have centres galore – this is who they should pick Six Nations I won Celebrity Mastermind because there were three people even thicker than me Stuart Pearce interview Newcastle mascot abandoned by players before Liverpool defeat Premier League Fifa president sorry for ‘cheap joke’ about British football fans World Cup Sesko the latest United player redeemed since Amorim’s departure Manchester United 3 Fulham 2 Solanke scorpion kick delivers sting in tail for City Tottenham Hotspur 2 Manchester City 2 The best scorpion kicks in football history Ranked Brook: I lied about my night out in Wellington England Brook has been failed by McCullum and the England management Comment Sussex hit with points deductions amid fears of £800,000 losses County Championship Pakistan boycott T20 World Cup match against India T20 WORLD CUP If Captain Brook survives it is because England are leaderless Comment Why is Root not in T20 World Cup squad? England Football clubs are killing football pubs Save our pubs Let’s force a U-turn on Labour’s trail-hunting ban Racing Geoff ShreevesMy most difficult interview? Arteta Interview Daniel Levy’s toughest transfer could be selling £1bn stake in Tottenham Comment Charlie MorganI went on a pilgrimage to meet my late dad’s rugby hero Feature Inside Marcus Rashford’s new life in Barcelona La Liga Mark EdmondsonI spent a week cleaning windows, then won Australian Open Interview Horse racing tips: Tuesday February 3 – Wolverhampton Dublin Racing Festival tips: Monday February 2 – Leopardstown

Daily Mirror 04/02/2026 07:10:03 PM Champion jockey ‘nearly killed on the spot’ after pelvis crushed when horse fell on top of her Ad FeatureWhy people are obsessed with the Mediterranean right now Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open as tennis star releases statement Jannik Sinner Australian Open match ends unexpectedly as star suddenly retires in tears Arsenal reach Carabao Cup final as Kai Havertz returns to haunt Chelsea - 5 talking points Liam Rosenior's angry blast at Arsenal stars caught on camera before Chelsea clash Pep Guardiola takes swipe at six clubs and left 'grumpy' after £430m Man City splurge Liverpool's next transfer move is simple as £80m statement can follow Jeremy Jacquet swoop Arsenal transfer news: Gunners seal deal after deadline as Sandro Tonali's agent speaks out Luke Littler wins World Darts Championship final AGAIN to bank massive new jackpot Luke Littler set to lose over half of £1m prize but can boost bank balance immediately Anthony Joshua flies home to UK ahead of funeral after friends died in car crash Anthony Joshua SWAPPED seats before fatal car crash as boxer cheated death Anthony Joshua's driver charged over crash that killed boxer's two friends Jake Paul makes touching gesture to honour Anthony Joshua friends killed in car crash Anthony Joshua's 'reckless' chauffeur to 'be charged' after crash that killed boxer's pals Irish boxer with famous sporting granddad dies aged 25 as tributes pour in Football talent, 19, 'severely injured' in devastating Crans-Montana fire that's killed 47 Anthony Joshua makes heartbreaking visit to funeral home after friends' tragic deaths Anthony Joshua injuries 'worse than first thought' after horror car crash kills two people Anthony Joshua health update emerges after fatal car crash and treatment in hospital

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