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Brian Devine has been banned from all ECB cricket until 2028 after a video showed him tapping a fake edge with his fingers to fool umpires. Saltburn CC’s second XI is relegated to Division Three with a 60-point deduction and a £300 fine. The decision follows a league inquiry and a formal disciplinary panel.
Dart has clinched the WTA 250 title after a dramatic final, coming from behind to beat Tagger and seal a breakthrough week that lifts her back inside the world’s top 100. She qualified and reached her first final of the season, signaling a strong late-year surge.
Shai Hope anchors a dramatic chase to lead West Indies to a five-wicket win over India in New Chandigarh, sealing a 3-0 series lead after India posted 351-7. Amir Jangoo supports with a 67 as Keemo Paul adds 44; India’s Rohit Sharma and Rahul push late but fall short. The outcome confirms a competitive leg of the series.
Manchester City has been found guilty of more than 100 financial rule breaches by an independent commission and is appealing. Premier League executives are weighing sanctions that could stretch across seasons, including points deductions, transfer bans, or relegation, with a decision expected after the appeal.
Chelsea have defeated Everton 2-0, with Neto scoring twice and Henderson delivering a standout midfield display. Emi Martínez has been taken to hospital after a head clash, with Mike Penders making his Premier League debut for Chelsea in goal. Chelsea secure their first league clean sheet since January and move into the top four.
Exeter end their campaign victory drought with a 34-28 win over Newcastle at Sandy Park, led by Christian Wade’s first-half hat-trick and a late shout from Bachuki Tchumbadze. Jake Dalziel becomes Newcastle’s youngest Prem player, while Wade closes in on the all-time Prem try record as crowds struggle for value.
Independent findings allege Manchester City manipulated finances over 2009–2018. UK PM Burnham faces questions about meetings with City’s Abu Dhabi owners as he previously backed Gulf investment while mayor. City appeals the verdict; sanctions not yet announced. The parties dispute influence on the appeal process.
Coventry City have climbed out of the relegation zone after a bold, risk‑taking win over Newcastle United. Jack Rudoni’s early penalty and late strikes by Ellis Simms and Stephen Mfuni propelled the Sky Blues, with Sidiki Cherif also scoring, as Frank Lampard’s side show a template of attacking bravery that could define their season.
Al-Nassr has beaten Neftchi 3-1 in the AFC Champions League after a one-hour delay caused by a missile alert in Riyadh. Ronaldo scored his 981st career goal and the match featured security alerts and audience warnings amid regional tensions.
Netflix will stream all 104 games of the 2026 men’s World Cup, co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with one free-to-watch game per matchday in Spain. Spain’s games and the final will also be broadcast on free-to-air TV in Spain. The deal marks Netflix’s continued push into live sports.
The Championship match between Millwall and Swansea City was halted for about seven minutes after alleged racist abuse aimed at Swansea substitute Ji-sung Eom is reported. Police are investigating with clubs and authorities following the protocol. Swansea leads the table after a 1-0 win.
The Six Kings Slam tennis tournament is postponed due to logistical challenges as regional tensions prompt a wait-and-see approach ahead of the 2027 Asian Cup. Officials are monitoring the security situation and could reschedule further events if needed.
Manchester United are facing scrutiny after Lisandro Martínez’s post-match outburst criticised the club’s recruitment and hierarchy. Carrick insists the squad is united and moving on as United chase form amid a winless run in all competitions.
20-year-old Irish jockey has claimed Flat racing’s champion jockey title, becoming the youngest since the early 1900s. He has ridden Bow Echo to notable wins, including the 2000 Guineas, and is targeting Sir Gordon Richards’ 269-winner record for a calendar year. Murphy concedes defeat as Loughnane dominates the season and eyes further goals.
Thousands of Hajduk Split supporters have marched before a UEFA Conference League match with Ajax, chanting antisemitic and pro‑Nazi slogans and parading a coffin labelled “Ajax.” Police have arrested about 12 people on charges of inciting violence and hatred, political leaders and the Israeli embassy have condemned the scenes, and Hajduk has apologised.
Daniel Dubois defeats Fabio Wardley in a rapid rematch at the O2 Arena, extending his dominance with a second-round stoppage. Wardley, overwhelmed after an opening spell, concedes as Dubois proclaims his era. The bout follows their May classic, with expectations of a potential trilogy as Usyk looms in the division.
Canada has defeated England 24-21 in Toronto, snapping England’s four-year, 41-game unbeaten streak. The win sets up a rematch in Ottawa on 23 October, as Canada capitalizes on a record North American crowd of 18,621. England sought attacking momentum but was edged by Canada's composed showing and late Seumanutafa score.
Manchester City faces renewed scrutiny as fans express defiance after being found guilty of Premier League financial rule breaches. The club’s appeal is ongoing, with supporters’ displays signalling solidarity with the team; critics warn of potential sanctions that could reshape English football.
Oliver Glasner’s Nottingham Forest are under pressure after a poor Premier League start, with three defeats leaving them in relegation trouble. The manager stresses consistency as the club pushes to translate methods into results, while injuries and squad rotation shape a difficult early campaign.
Temba Bavuma leads South Africa to a commanding victory over Australia, scoring 179 and guiding a 425-9 declaration. Marco Jansen’s 85 and Simon Harmer’s 82 support a dominant innings, while Kagiso Rabada’s 4-77 helps dismiss Australia for 295 in the final test, setting up a decider in Cape Town.
Manchester United have extended their winless run to seven games across all competitions, with key decisions around Bruno Fernandes’ omission and captaincy changes intensifying scrutiny of manager Michael Carrick. Injury setbacks compound the challenge ahead of likely next steps for the club.
The Tour de France 2027 will begin with stages in the United Kingdom, including Edinburgh, Keswick and Cardiff, before finishing in Paris area. The women's race begins in Leeds and includes three English stages. The route features 28 climbs and two ITTs in the men’s edition, with key climbs such as the Grand Colombier, Tourmalet and Portet, and a Pyrenean finale.
Duncan Ferguson has taken charge of Glentoran in the Irish Premiership, with his first game delayed by Storm Boelo. Glentoran earns a late draw against Coleraine after Jordan Stewart’s header levels late in the match, keeping the Scotsman’s start on track. The fixture follows a chaotic week that saw postponements and viral moments as Ferguson prepares his side for home games at the BetMcLean Oval.
Rangers have built a nine-match unbeaten run and sit four points behind Celtic after a 2-2 draw and midweek wins. Manager Derek McInnes is juggling illness, squad depth, and fixtures as the season progresses, while key players signal growing unity and a belief the team can dominate the league. Belgian midfielder has extended his stay tentative discussions.
Nicolas Jackson scores twice to seal Aston Villa’s 3-1 win over Manchester City at Villa Park, ending City’s seven-game winning start. Gianluigi Donnarumma has a difficult afternoon at the back, with Villa’s finishing proving decisive. Emery’s side shows resilience after summer upheaval, while City face questions over defensive robustness heading into a packed fixture list.
Nicolas Jackson scores a brace to lift Aston Villa to a 2-1 victory over Manchester City at Villa Park. City suffer their first league loss of the season as Villa extend a strong run, with Jackson continuing to justify his hefty transfer fee amid a stuttering City defence.
Gymnastics world championships in Rotterdam see Kaylia Nemour (Algeria) win uneven bars gold, Artur Davtyan (Armenia) claims vault, and British gymnasts Jarman and Blakely add to medal tally as the event tightens Olympic qualification stakes.
Jimmy Anderson has been released by Lancashire after 26 years, ending his long county career. The 44-year-old, England’s all‑time leading wicket‑taker, says he is “sad” about the decision but remains open to future options, with other counties showing interest.
Alexia Putellas has won a third Ballon d’Or Feminin, becoming one of the sport’s greatest players while Barcelona dominate the awards night. Her move to the London City Lionesses this season underscores Spain’s continuing influence in women’s football.
Arsenal’s 16-year-old Max Dowman has been sent off for violent conduct in a Carabao Cup tie at Fleetwood, with the match ending 1-1 and Fleetwood winning 5-3 on penalties. Arsenal plan to appeal; Dowman’s red card comes amid a tough spell of discipline as he learns under pressure.
Switzerland has seen captain Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo cleared to rejoin the national team for November Nations League matches after probation terms were considered; both players faced sanctions for obtaining fake vaccination certificates. The SFV says return is responsible and the coach will name the squad on 5 November.
South Africa has beaten Australia by 176 runs at Newlands to win the three-Test series 2-1. Simon Harmer has taken a career-best 6-16 to collapse Australia to 111, Kagiso Rabada has reached 350 Test wickets fastest in history, and the Proteas have moved to first in the ICC Test rankings and into the top two in the World Test Championship race.
The SPFL is exploring flexible broadcasting options for the 2029-30 cycle, including potentially allowing a 3pm Saturday kick-off to be shown live. Tender documents show bidders may seek rights to all Premiership matches, provided UEFA Article 48 constraints are relaxed. The move could align Scotland more closely with England as broadcasters push for more live football and higher revenues.
CAF has reversed its December plan to run AFCON on a four-year cycle, reinstating a biennial schedule after an executive decision. Motsepe says the move advances African football and players, while concerns linger about the Africa Nations League timeline and funding. Next editions are set for 2027, 2028, 2031 and 2033 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, with no AFCON in 2030.
Canelo Alvarez has reclaimed the WBC super-middleweight title with a 12-round decision over Christian Mbilli in Riyadh. Judges score 115-112, 116-111, 117-110 as Alvarez, 36, seals the belt on his return to action after more than a year out and closes a chapter on Mbilli’s first world title defense.
Andreas Almgren has won the New York City Marathon on his debut, finishing in 2:06:01, edging Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa by 13 seconds. Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui defends the women’s title with a late surge to finish in 2:24:36, beating US runner Jessica McClain. Marcel Hug wins the men’s wheelchair race as Catherine Debrunner claims the women’s wheelchair title.
Everton has beaten Newcastle 1-0 at St James’ Park thanks to Thierno Barry’s 49th-minute strike. The goal comes after a costly error by Newcastle’s Lukáš Horníček, and Everton climbs to seventh while Newcastle drops to 13th. Barry’s fourth league goal cements him as Everton’s lone striker this season, following transfers and squad changes in the summer.
Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield as Isak's first-half shirt-pull by Timber sparks debate after VAR ruling. Iraola calls for diving to win penalties; critics question consistency between Isak and Gakpo incidents.
Everton have not disclosed full details of a disciplinary breach by Jack Grealish, the Manchester City loanee, but reports indicate he has missed recent matches due to an unauthorised absence from training. Manager David Moyes says Grealish is unavailable, with a decision on his future at the club expected after the international break.
Manchester United faces a mounting crisis after a winless run extends to nine games in all competitions, with Lisandro Martínez sent off and Bruno Fernandes restored in a pivotal league loss to Chelsea. City’s defeat and Chelsea’s rise compound pressure on Carrick, as United edge toward relegation danger ahead of a tough run of fixtures.
Fifa has invited council members to view key documents in person at its Zurich headquarters under confidentiality rules, as it reviews governance questions and faces Uefa pressure ahead of next year’s presidential vote.
The Asian Football Confederation has postponed the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia from 7 January 2027 to 23 December 2027–21 January 2028. Organisers have said "exceptional circumstances" and logistical and travel disruptions have made the original dates untenable. Saudi domestic fixtures have been rescheduled and other regional sporting events have been cancelled or delayed.
Tenerife forward X has died after suffering injuries from a collision with FC Andorra’s Jesús Owono during a Spanish second-division match. The player, 30, has passed away after being treated at hospital. Tenerife has declared a period of mourning and matches will proceed with tributes this week.