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Republic of Ireland boss Ward 'turned down WSL job'21 May 2025, 7:26 am 

Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says she turned down an offer of a job from a Women's Super League club and is fully committed to her present role.


Listen: A humorous preview of the Scottish Cup final21 May 2025, 7:00 am 

We build up to the Scottish Cup final with comedians Marc Jennings and Chris Forbes.


San Mames - the spiritual venue awaiting Spurs and Man Utd21 May 2025, 6:48 am 

Tottenham Hostpur face Manchester United in the Europa League final at San Mames in Bilbao, a unique and spiritual venue.


'Martin in advanced talks to be Leicester boss' - gossip21 May 2025, 6:36 am 

Former Scotland defender Russell Martin is reportedly close to becoming Leicester City manager, with betting suspended on Steven Gerrard being Rangers' new head coach.


Smith, 16, balancing first NI call-up with GCSE exams21 May 2025, 6:15 am 

Goalkeeper Abbie Smith says her first call-up to the Northern Ireland senior squad was a "big surprise" as she looks to juggle international football with her GCSE exams.


Smith balancing first NI call-up with GCSE exams21 May 2025, 6:15 am 

Goalkeeper Abbie Smith says her first call-up to the Northern Ireland senior squad was a "big surprise" as she looks to juggle international football with her GCSE exams.


Quiz: Who should you support in Europa League final?21 May 2025, 5:51 am 

Want to follow along with the Europa League final but not sure who to support? Take our quiz to find your match!


Spurs and Man Utd meet in worst-form European final21 May 2025, 5:45 am 

The winners of Wednesday's Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham will be the lowest league finishers ever to win a major European trophy. BBC Sport examines their seasons, motives and stats.


'Convinced he was Spurs-bound' - How Fernandes became Man Utd's heart21 May 2025, 5:13 am 

As Bruno Fernandes leads Man Utd out against Tottenham in the Europa League final, BBC Sport look at his journey - including almost signing for Spurs.


Reduce squad size or I'll quit - Guardiola20 May 2025, 11:23 pm 

Pep Guardiola says he will quit as Manchester City manager unless he is given a smaller squad next season.


Statue, Pep's tears & a missed sitter - De Bruyne's emotional farewell20 May 2025, 10:42 pm 

Kevin de Bruyne bid an emotional send-off from Etihad Stadium for the final time on Tuesday night - and the moment even brought Pep Guardiola to tears.


Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?20 May 2025, 10:31 pm 

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?


'It's a sad day' - Guardiola pays tribute to De Bruyne20 May 2025, 10:23 pm 

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pays tribute to Kevin de Bruyne following his final game at the Etihad Stadium, a 3-1 win over Bournemouth.


Man City were very focused on winning - Iraola20 May 2025, 10:23 pm 

Andoni Iraola says that his side needed to be at their "very very best" to beat Manchester City, but after falling to a 3-1 defeat his side now cannot qualify to play in Europe next season.


Five teams, three spots - which way will race for Champions League go?20 May 2025, 10:14 pm 

Five teams into three places don't go - so who will qualify for the Champions League as the Premier League's race for Europe heads into the final weekend?

    
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NBA conference finals takeaways: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to win21 May 2025, 8:08 am 

Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern and Western Conference finals


NBA playoffs: Experts' picks for Pacers-Knicks21 May 2025, 8:08 am 

Our NBA experts pick which teams will advance to the Finals.


NBA conference finals: Everything to know about Knicks-Pacers, Thunder-Wolves series21 May 2025, 8:08 am 

With the NBA Finals just a round away, our experts break down how each team got here and what we are hearing about each series.


OKC's D lives up to 'identity' in dominant Game 121 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Fueled by their No. 1-rated defense, the Thunder converted 19 Minnesota turnovers into 31 points and pulled away for a 114-88 win in Game 1.


😲 MLB's most surprising teams so far21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

We offer an early postseason verdict on five of MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2025 season.


U.S. hockey star Knight says '26 Games her last21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Hilary Knight, one of the most decorated players in women's hockey, told USA Today the 2026 Milan Winter Games will be her final Olympics.


Jeanty: OC wants me to ditch 'Halloween' stance21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Raiders rookie Ashton Jeanty says that offensive coordinator Chip Kelly wants him to adjust his pre-snap stance.


Fever fail to handle Dream's 'physicality' in loss21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

The Dream got 21 points from Brittney Griner to hold off the Fever 91-90 on Tuesday night.


Buehler tossed 3 innings into return; Cora too21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler, just back from the 15-day injured list, was ejected from Boston's 2-0 win on Tuesday over the New York Mets in the third inning for arguing balls and strikes, and moments later, manager Alex Cora was removed, as well.


Vikes' Jefferson dreams of winning Olympic gold21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

After NFL owners unanimously approved allowing the league's players to play flag football at the 2028 Olympics, Vikings star Justin Jefferson said the chance of winning a gold medal is "a dream."


Panthers use right 'recipe' again, crush Canes21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Two days removed from eliminating the Maple Leafs in Toronto, the Florida Panthers kept their road show rolling Tuesday night, cruising past the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals to improve to 9-4 this postseason.


Edwards optimistic Wolves will 'figure it out'21 May 2025, 7:03 am 

Despite his team being outscored by 30 points in the second half of a lopsided 114-88 Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder Tuesday night, Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was optimistic about Game 2, saying "I definitely got to shoot more."


Amorim: 'Hard to explain' pressure on Postecoglou21 May 2025, 6:14 am 

Ruben Amorim said it's "hard to explain" why he is not under the same pressure at Manchester United as his Tottenham counterpart Ange Postecoglou ahead of the Europa League final despite both teams suffering similarly miserable Premier League campaigns.


Poch: Turner risks being replaced as USMNT No. 121 May 2025, 6:14 am 

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino said that he is open to giving playing time to another goalkeeper besides incumbent Matt Turner in upcoming matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup.


'Super-proud' De Bruyne: City sendoff felt 'weird'21 May 2025, 6:14 am 

Decorated Man City captain Kevin De Bruyne called his final game at City's home ground "weird" after he helped the team to 16 trophies since joining in 2015 -- a haul that includes six Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023.