Wednesday, 2 September 2026

Sports

Modric rewards car driver
Humanity

Modric's gesture towards driver sparks wave of praise

The Croatian captain and AC Milan player once again showed humanity, as Real Madrid fans call for his return.

Luka Vušković in a Brighton shirt
Vušković

Vušković on Brighton, Poljud and his future

The Croatian international reveals details from his interview with The Athletic, discussing his adaptation to the English club and the condition of Poljud stadium.

British athlete Amy Hunt
Athletics

Amy Hunt wins 100m gold

British athlete Amy Hunt triumphs at the European Championships in the 100m sprint.

Two female captains with cricket bats
Cricket

Scotland and Netherlands sharply criticise ICC over World Cup format change

Cricket Scotland and KNCB have expressed concern over the reduction in participants and the introduction of additional qualifying matches.

Nat Sciver-Brunt celebrates the winning hit
Cricket

Trent Rockets reach The Hundred 2026 final

Trent Rockets beat Southern Brave by three wickets to secure a place in the final of the 2026 The Hundred competition.

Cricket player in white gear prepares to hit the ball
Cricket

Gay ready for Pakistan, Bashir in Beckenham

The opener has been named for the first Test against Pakistan, while the spinner will feature in the warm-up match at Beckenham.

Osijek fans in the stands
Football

Osiek triumph in goal-fest

Osiek players defeated Rudeš in a match characterised by a goal-fest, with the Koh supporter group larger than at the premiere.

The 84-year-old chess player won the trophy
Chess

Grandmaster Vukić wins Čaglin 2026

The 84-year-old Milan Vukić from Banja Luke triumphed at the international rapid chess tournament in Čaglin, where 76 players took part.

Trent Alexander-Arnold in Real Madrid kit
Real Madrid

Alexander-Arnold in second season at Real under Mourinho

The Liverpool right-back, now 27, continues his career in Madrid after a first year marked by injuries and managerial changes.

Dwight McNeil and Brennan Johnson shake hands
Transfers

Everton and Palace agree to exchange McNeil and Johnson

Dwight McNeil and Brennan Johnson swap clubs, with both set to sign four-year deals following medical examinations.

Hearts players celebrate the victory
Scottish football

Hearts secure first win under Vrancken

Heart of Midlothian beat Dundee United 4-0 in the second round, ending a streak of four consecutive defeats.

Emotional expression of Jose Mourinho
Manchester United

Mourinho reveals why he turned down Manchester United in 2013

Poljud Stadium, night match
Football derby

Hajduk and Istra to play in Round 2 of SHNL at Poljud

Derby of the round at Poljud: Hajduk host Istra on Saturday at 21:00, as both sides seek their first win after defeats in the opening round.

A tennis player in action on the court
Tennis

Sinner withdraws from Cincinnati Open due to knee injury

World number one Jannik Sinner has pulled out of the Masters 1000 event in the US due to a right knee injury. The Italian is targeting the US Open.

Gianni Infantino at a press conference
International football

FIFA strongly criticises UEFA pressure on Infantino

The world football governing body has condemned alleged attempts to undermine the authority of president Gianni Infantino and has categorically rejected media accusations.

Tielemans in United's jersey
Football

Tielemans makes debut for United, transfer costs £35m

The Belgian midfielder played 26 minutes in a friendly against PSG, while Manchester United activated a £35m clause.

Trent Alexander-Arnold in a Real Madrid jersey
Sports

Alexander-Arnardo sets off on second season at Real

The Liverpool right-back has moved to Real Madrid, but the first season was marked by injuries and changes at the top of the bench.

Shea Charles in a Fulham jersey
Football

Fulham sign Sheu Charles for up to 30 million pounds

The Northern Irish midfielder signs a five-year deal, becoming the most expensive player from his country.