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- Aston Villa relish echoes of history but Europa League win must serve as stepping stone | Jonathan Wilsonby Jonathan Wilson on 20/05/2026 at 9:51 pm
Unai Emery has reconfirmed his status as master of the competition, but will now want to set his sights higherThere are two ways to win a final. You can win it by the odd goal, amid a frenzy of anxiety so the final whistle comes as a relief. Or you can win it as a procession, flexing your superiority, so the final whistle is almost resented for spoiling the fun. For Aston Villa, this was very much the latter. If their fans had dreamed the previous night of how they might win the game, they could barely have come up with something so satisfying and emphatic.It’s true that Villa have a budget around 2.8 times that of Freiburg, and that they have been strong favourites in almost every game in the Europa League this season. But then in the Premier League they’re often fighting against sides with far greater resources. The poles of European and domestic football may have flipped, but that is not their fault nor, at least for now, their concern. They have not been a successful enough club – at least in the past 100 years – to decline to fully celebrate any trophy that comes their way. A second European success, 44 years after the first, is history. Continue reading...
- Alice Capsey finds swagger to give England T20 series lead against New Zealandby Raf Nicholson at the Central Co-op County Ground on 20/05/2026 at 9:10 pm
1st T20i: England, 140-3, bt New Zealand, 136-7, by 7wktsCapsey finishes unbeaten on 74 with 16 balls remainingEngland got off to a winning start in their T20 series against New Zealand at Derby, after Alice Capsey struck an unbeaten 74 from 51 balls – her highest score for England and her first T20i half-century since July 2024.Capsey has generally batted at No 3 for England but was promoted to open in place of Danni Wyatt-Hodge, who is missing this series because of the imminent birth of her first child. Capsey made full use of the extra time, smoking three sixes and seven fours as England chased down their 137-run target with seven wickets and 16 balls to spare. Continue reading...
- Southampton appeal against expulsion from playoffs for spying is dismissedby Louise Taylor on 20/05/2026 at 9:02 pm
Saints believe penalty is ‘manifestly disproportionate’Hull and Middlesbrough will meet in final on SaturdaySouthampton’s appeal against their expulsion from the Championship playoff final for spying on opponents’ training sessions has been dismissed by an English Football League arbitration panel, leaving Middlesbrough to contest Saturday’s Wembley showpiece with Hull. The panel also confirmed the original decision of an independent disciplinary commission to deduct four Championship points from Southampton next season.It is a verdict that leaves the position of Tonda Eckert, the south coast club’s manager, seemingly untenable. While the 33-year-old German faces the sack, Southampton directors are facing the wrath of players furious at missing out on potential promotion bonuses and wage hikes. Continue reading...
- Tielemans starts party as Aston Villa outclass Freiburg to claim Europa League gloryby Ben Fisher at Besiktas Stadium on 20/05/2026 at 9:01 pm
Where would you like your statue, Mr Emery? Even before this emphatic Europa League triumph, Aston Villa supporters could hardly have held their manager in greater esteem. But now Emery, in winning the competition for a record fifth time, has delivered the thing he always wanted, a trophy to show for his transformative body of work.Those who were not around for Rotterdam in 1982 will always cherish Istanbul in 2026. Thomas Tuchel had it right a few years ago when he suggested Uefa might as well rename the Europa League the Unai Emery trophy. Continue reading...
- Aaron Rodgers says 2026 will be his final NFL season: ‘This is it’by Guardian sport on 20/05/2026 at 7:25 pm
Four-time MVP agreed to one-year deal with SteelersRodgers is reuniting with ex-Packers coach McCarthyAaron Rodgers has said that the 2026 season will be the final one of his NFL career.“Yes. This is it,” the Steelers quarterback told reporters in Pittsburgh on Wednesday when asked if the upcoming campaign would be his last. Continue reading...
- DRC cancel World Cup training camp and fan event due to Ebola outbreakby Associated Press on 20/05/2026 at 6:40 pm
Friendlies against Denmark and Chile still going aheadTeam staff who are based in DRC ‘leaving in next hours’The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have cancelled their three-day World Cup preparation training camp and a planned farewell to fans in the capital, Kinshasa, because of an outbreak of Ebola in the east of the country.Preparations will take place elsewhere after an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola known as Bundibugyo, which is thought to have killed more than 130 people and caused nearly 600 suspected cases. The World Health Organization has declared it a public health emergency of international concern. Continue reading...
- Guardiola leaves Manchester City as one of the game’s greats – and someone who knows its dark heart | Barney Ronayby Barney Ronay on 20/05/2026 at 6:00 pm
While there is no denying the magnitude of his achievements, his legacy is also tied up in politics, propaganda and hard powerWell, that’s that then. Put out more flags. Mount the iconic Jedi‑style woollen cardigan in the club museum. He really does seem to be done this time.In the absence of formal denials, it now seems highly likely the scheduled final year of Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City contract will be spent trawling the high-concept food ateliers of the Iberian peninsula, debating spatial architecture with a Slovenian Cluedo grandmaster over hummingbird martinis, and generally recharging after a decade of unceasing devotion to victory. Continue reading...
- No more mismatches? Uefa revamps qualifying for men’s major tournamentsby Nick Ames on 20/05/2026 at 5:48 pm
Changes apply to World Cup and Euro qualifiersStarts in 2028-29 season with elements of Swiss systemEurope’s larger nations will no longer face mismatches against minnows such as San Marino or Andorra in men’s World Cup and European Championship qualifying after Uefa agreed a new format designed to produce more competitive fixtures.As reported by the Guardian in April the structure, which will take effect after Euro 2028, will be based on the most recent set of Nations League rankings. It will also include elements of the Swiss system implemented across Uefa’s club competitions over the past two seasons, meaning in effect that teams compete in larger groups. Continue reading...
- How Arteta overcame setbacks, crises and boos to defy doubters at Arsenalby Rob Draper on 20/05/2026 at 4:07 pm
Manager’s early seasons were far from plain sailing but insiders credit club’s owners for staying the courseIt didn’t start well for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal. On a crisp December night in 2019 at about 1am in a Manchester suburb, Vinai Venkatesham stepped out of Arteta’s home. The Arsenal managing director looked around, satisfied with his meeting. Arteta had just outlined a “hugely impressive” five-year plan to rebuild a club reeling from Arsène Wenger’s departure and Unai Emery’s failed succession. Venkatesham stepped into his car and was driven away with his colleague Huss Fahmy.The club were about to take a huge gamble, but one with which they were increasingly comfortable. For many Arsenal executives, Arteta had won the interview round in 2018 when Wenger left. Yet it seemed too much to ask a 36-year-old rookie to manage a seismic transition and Emery had pedigree and experience; Arteta had charisma and a strong playing record. Continue reading...
- Giro d’Italia: Narváez storms past Mas for third win as Eulálio keeps pink jerseyby Reuters on 20/05/2026 at 4:03 pm
Ecuadorean collects stage victory No 3 of this editionFavourite Vingegaard stays 27 seconds behind leaderEcuador’s Jhonatan Narváez edged out the Spaniard Enric Mas at the end of Wednesday’s stage 11 to win his third stage of this year’s Giro d’Italia as Afonso Eulálio retained the leader’s pink jersey.Narváez (UAE Team Emirates XRG) and Mas (Movistar) were left to battle for the win after leaving the breakaway group on the final climb and Mas made the first move, only for the Ecuadorian to overtake him before the line. The Italian Diego Ulissi (XDS Astana) won the race for third place at the end of the entertaining 195km ride from Porcari to Chiavari. Continue reading...
- Unai Emery delivers again as Aston Villa end troph...by Tom Chambers on 20/05/2026 at 11:40 pm
Forty-four years after beating Bayern Munich to lift the European Cup, Aston Villa have triumphed on the continent once more, and they have Unai Emery to thank for it.
- 👀Tracking European title races, relegation battle...by ESPN on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
How are the battles for major honors, Champions League spots and relegation shaping up across the continent? Here's everything you need to know.
- UEFA plans UCL-style qualification for 2030 WCupby PA on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
UEFA has announced plans to introduce a Champions League-style format to national team qualification in Europe in time for the 2030 World Cup.
- Sources: Madrid plot shakeup with Mou arrivalby Rodra and Alex Kirkland on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Real Madrid are planning a series of behind-the-scenes changes alongside the arrival of José Mourinho as coach to bring an end to a two-year streak without winning a major trophy, multiple sources have told ESPN.
- Luis Enrique: Arsenal world's best without ballby PA on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique said Arsenal fully deserve their Premier League title and is ready to face up to the 'best team in the world without the ball' when they meet in the Champions League final.
- Haaland: City 'should be angry' over losing titleby PA on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Erling Haaland has urged Manchester City to use the pain of missing out on the Premier League trophy for a second successive year to fuel next season's title challenge.
- Saints lose appeal over 'spygate' playoff expulsio...by Tom Hamilton on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Southampton's appeal against being kicked out of the Championship playoffs has been rejected, meaning Middlesbrough will face Hull for a spot in the Premier League.
- Source: Lyon taking offers for USMNT's Tessmannby Julien Laurens on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
United States midfielder Tanner Tessmann could leave Lyon this summer if the right offer comes for him, a source told ESPN, with teams in Germany, Italy and MLS expressing interest.
- Sources: Miami closing in on Casemiro signingby Lizzy Becherano on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Inter Miami is working on closing a deal to sign Brazil midfielder Casemiro this summer, sources confirmed to ESPN.
- Villa win Europa League for 1st trophy in 30 years...by ESPN News Services on 20/05/2026 at 10:13 pm
Aston Villa cruised to their first trophy in 30 years in a dominant 3-0 win over SC Freiburg in the Europa League final on Wednesday night in Istanbul.
- Real eye Rodri amid Guardiola exit - Thursday's gossipon 20/05/2026 at 10:26 pm
Real Madrid are confident of signing Rodri from Manchester City amid Pep Guardiola's departure, Bayern Munich plan a shock move for John Stones, Atletico Madrid want Marc Cucurella, plus more.
- Prince William celebrates 'amazing night' as Villa fans partyon 20/05/2026 at 10:10 pm
Prince William shows a range of emotions during Aston Villa's Europa League final win over Freiburg in Istanbul, as fans celebrate in Birmingham.
- 'We'll go down in history' - Villa end trophy wait on momentous nighton 20/05/2026 at 9:53 pm
Aston Villa beat Freiburg in Istanbul to lift the Europa League.
- Southampton lose appeal against play-off expulsion over Spygateon 20/05/2026 at 9:15 pm
Southampton lose their appeal against expulsion from the Championship play-off final for spying.
- Chess, lectures & ignoring noise: Emery masters Europe againon 20/05/2026 at 9:06 pm
Unai Emery delivers Aston Villa their first trophy in 30 years with a 3-0 win over Freiburg in the Europa League final. BBC Sport takes a look at the man behind Villa's famous victory.
- Capsey and Bell impress as England win T20 openeron 20/05/2026 at 8:55 pm
Alice Capsey hits unbeaten 74 after Lauren Bell's 2-23 helps England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the first T20.
- Capsey stars as England ease past New Zealand in first T20on 20/05/2026 at 8:54 pm
Alice Capsey hits an unbeaten 74 to help England chase down 137 in Derby, securing a seven-wicket win against New Zealand in the first of their three-match T20 series.
- Villa keep alive English hopes of six Champions League spotson 20/05/2026 at 8:52 pm
Aston Villa's Europa League win against Freiburg keeps alive the Premier League's chances of having six teams in next season's Champions League.
- Glamorgan skipper Carlson signs two-year extensionon 20/05/2026 at 8:26 pm
Glamorgan captain Kiran Carlson signs a two-year contract, extending his stay until at least the end of the 2028 season.
- Guardeno moved to neurological clinic after crashon 20/05/2026 at 8:18 pm
Spanish cyclist Jaume Guardeno is transferred to a clinic specialising in serious neurological injuries following a crash with a vehicle in March.
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