In a high-profile football saga, Jenni Hermoso is appealing the court's mixed ruling in the Luis Rubiales kiss case from the 2023 Women's World Cup. While Rubiales was fined and barred from contacting Hermoso, he's acquitted of coercion, sparking debates on sexism in Spanish football. Hermoso challenges the acquittal, asserting coercion attempts, as Rubiales plans to contest his conviction.
Tesco and Spar pull 18 Irish cheeses from UK shelves after detecting Listeria risk. The recall affects products like the popular Spar Old Irish Creamery Cheddar with Chilli. Vulnerable groups face serious health risks, and consumers are advised to return these items immediately.
Sunderland lost their first home game of the season to Hull City, succumbing to a narrow 1-0 defeat due to Anthony Patterson's own goal. The loss snapped Sunderland's impressive unbeaten home streak and exposed some defensive vulnerabilities. Player performances were mixed, with some showing defensive strength, while others couldn't make an impact offensively.
Aston Villa ended their seven-game Premier League winless streak by defeating Chelsea 2-1. Marco Asensio's late winner, assisted by Marcus Rashford, capitalized on Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen's mistake. The loss marked Chelsea's fourth defeat in five games and highlighted Villa's resurgence under manager Unai Emery.
St Mirren's 2-0 victory against Rangers marks another challenging episode for Rangers' manager Philippe Clement. Facing increased scrutiny, Clement contends with multiple setbacks, including criticism over his tactics and discussions about controversial refereeing. As pressure mounts, the spotlight is on Clement's ability to adapt and recover.
On February 22, 2025, Everton faces Manchester United in a Premier League match at Goodison Park, broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK. With the match starting at 5:30 PM GMT, it's United's last visit to the iconic stadium before Everton's move. Key players include Everton's Beto and United's Bruno Fernandes, as the teams seek to improve their recent performances.
Australia made history in the ICC Champions Trophy, chasing down England's improbable target of 352, thanks to Josh Inglis' unbeaten maiden century. While Ben Duckett set a new tournament record for individual scores with 165 for England, injuries among England's bowlers hampered their defense.
Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, has announced Mikel Merino will start in an attacking position against West Ham United, following a standout performance. Key players like Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka are sidelined due to injuries. West Ham faces its own lineup challenges with key player absences, and Evan Ferguson is poised to take a prominent role in their attack.
In a thrilling match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Australia defeated England by five wickets with a record run-chase of 356 runs in just 47.3 overs. Josh Inglis shined with an explosive 120 runs, supported by Alex Carey's 69, overcoming England's total of 351. Ben Duckett's impressive 165 was not enough to prevent Australia from a historic win.
Callum Smith emerged victorious over Joshua Buatsi in a gripping contest for the WBO interim light heavyweight title. Held in Riyadh, the bout was marked by intense exchanges and high-profile spectators like Anthony Joshua. Smith's technical prowess and well-placed body shots secured his win, despite Buatsi's late efforts. This fight could contend for Fight of the Year as Smith inches closer to a world title shot.
