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Real Salt Lake and U.S. midfielder Diego Luna is expected to be out for months and will likely undergo an arthroscopic procedure to determine the extent of a knee injury, sources confirmed to ESPN.


Latest score from the first T20 international between England and Sri Lanka at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton. Watch live on Sky Sports Cricket.


Referees' chief Howard Webb said "tunnel vision" from VAR Matt Donohue led to Manchester City's derby winner being allowed to stand -- but that the assistant VAR should have intervened.

Speaking on Match Officials Mic'd Up, Pro Ref chief Howard Webb says that there will be a review into how the VAR process decided to allow Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City against Manchester United to stand.

Pro Ref chief refereeing officer Howard Webb explains to Match Officials Mic'd Up why Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes escaped any punishment despite his involvement in the incident that saw Phil Foden sent off in the Manchester derby.

Pro Ref chief Howard Webb says VAR missed Enzo Fernandez being offside for Erling Haaland's winning goal in the Manchester derby due to "tunnel vision".

Pro Ref chief Howard Webb has backed the decision to send off Phil Foden in the Manchester derby but revealed VAR could not intervene to caution Bruno Fernandes for the "petulant" kick that sparked the altercation.

Referees' chief Howard Webb has admitted that the video assistant referee (VAR) did not even consider whether Enzo Fernandez was offside for Erling Haaland's controversial winner in Sunday's Manchester derby.

England Golf have reignited their push to bring the Solheim Cup to England and are urging the government for financial backing to support a bid for the 2030 edition.

Rory McIlroy is unconcerned about the impact the PGA Tour’s new membership criteria for its revamped competitive structure could have on DP World Tour players seeking to earn a card on the US circuit.

Conor Benn could get another world title shot if he returns to action at middleweight.

Dan Khan updates us on 15-year-old prodigy JJ Gabriel decision to leave Manchester United.
Video review often causes controversy, but how are decisions made? Our resident referee explains all.
Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has asked to leave the club, sources have told ESPN.
Former England winger Raheem Sterling has admitted dangerously driving a Lamborghini on the motorway.

The Sebastien Pocognoli Scotland era is already creating serious intrigue - and the Belgian's squad are yet to assemble for a training-ground rondo, never mind play a game.

England footballer Raheem Sterling has admitted dangerously driving a Lamborghini on the motorway.


Manchester United's 15-year-old academy prodigy JJ Gabriel has asked to leave the club, Sky Sports News understands.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says what upsets him the most regarding rules over international eligibility is the pressure put on young players to make an irreversible choice.

With Leeds United third in the Premier League, BBC Sport assesses their improvement under Daniel Farke.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick backed Lamine Yamal's claim that he deserves to win the Ballon d'Or and dismissed concerns about the teenager's ego.

Danny McGrain, described by Celtic as "Scotland's greatest-ever full-back", has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, his family confirms.
Manchester United want to retain Bruno Fernandes and have begun talks over a new contract. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Nico Rosberg believes George Russell will currently be driven by a similar level of "insane motivation" to turn the tables on Kimi Antonelli as he was to get the better of Lewis Hamilton after recurring defeats.

Jack Draper has ruled himself out of action for the rest of the year.

The former England winger crashed a Lamborghini into motorway barriers in May.

Manchester United's highly-rated 15-year-old forward JJ Gabriel is on the verge of leaving the club.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill speaks to BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson about speculation regarding Arsenal youngster Ceadach O'Neill's international future as he is named in the NI squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures.

Craig Bellamy says he was "comfortable" turning down the chance to return to club football and reiterated his desire to continue with Wales.

Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the verge of joining Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.

Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the verge of joining Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.

With just one week of the 2026 NFL season in the books, it's hard to definitively say if one team is this or if one team is that, but the Kansas City Chiefs certainly sent out a few reminders as to why they have played in five of the last seven Super Bowls.


The World Athletics Championships are heading to Africa for the first time after Kenya's capital Nairobi was confirmed as host of the 2029 edition, with London missing out.

England head coach Brian McDermott has confirmed George Williams will be his captain at next month's Rugby League World Cup.
Barcelona midfielder Rodri has revealed he called Jose Mourinho this summer after taking the difficult decision to turn down Real Madrid in favour of a move to their ClĂĄsico rivals.
The Munich Football Arena and Barcelona's Spotify Camp Nou will host the 2028 and 2029 UEFA Champions League finals, European football's governing body confirmed Tuesday.
Philippe Coutinho has said his former Brazil teammate Neymar played a "very important role" in him signing for Santos.


Sevilla striker Robbie Ure and Brondby's Luis Binks are among five players handed their maiden full Scotland call-ups in new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first squad.


Uefa have confirmed a number of host appointments for upcoming finals, with Cardiff's Principality Stadium set to host the 2029 women's Champions League final.

Uefa have confirmed a number of host appointments for upcoming finals, with Cardiff's Principality Stadium set to host the 2029 women's Champions League final.

Premier League teenagers Ceadach O'Neill and Braiden Graham keep their places in Northern Ireland's squad for the upcoming Nations League quadruple-header.

Premier League teenagers Ceadach O'Neill and Braiden Graham keep their places in Northern Ireland's squad for the upcoming Nations League quadruple-header.

Hull City forward Oli McBurnie is called up to the Scotland squad for the first time in five years while seven uncapped make new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection.
Arsenal maintained their pursuit at the top of the Premier League table as Bukayo Saka struck the winner following a crucial David Raya penalty save at the Stadium of Light.
Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham produced masterclass displays at the Reale Arena, spearheading a dominant Real Madrid victory that cements their supremacy in the Spanish title race.
Cristiano Ronaldo continues his blistering campaign for Saudi champions Al-Nassr, reaching 979 official career goals as he targets the historic 1,000-goal milestone in what is expected to be his final professional season.
Real Madrid's superstar frontline featuring Kylian MbappĂ©, VinĂcius JĂșnior, and Jude Bellingham has found devastating tactical cohesion, firing Los Blancos to the top of La Liga ahead of the Champions League opener.
A high-octane Premier League resumption sees Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah dominating headlines with devastating goalscoring returns, intensifying an already ferocious title race between Manchester City and Liverpool.
Cristiano Ronaldo stands just 21 strikes away from reaching 1,000 career goals as defending Saudi Pro League champions Al-Nassr target fresh scoring records and prepare for a high-stakes AFC Champions League campaign in the UAE.
With Manchester City perched atop the Premier League table, Erling Haaland is firing on all cylinders heading directly into an explosive Manchester derby at Old Trafford. Tactical adjustments, fresh fitness reports, and fierce rival momentum ensure all eyes are locked on the weekend marquee clash.
Buoyed by Martin Odegaard's decisive European strike and fresh summer midfield reinforcement, Arsenal are mounting a formidable assault across domestic and continental fronts. Mikel Arteta's tactical maturity is proving decisive as the Gunners push the boundaries of elite European football.
Real Madrid's scintillating forward trident led by Kylian MbappĂ© and VinĂcius JĂșnior is reaching peak synchronization as La Liga intensifies. With Jude Bellingham dictating the engine room, Los Blancos are setting a breathtaking standard for elite modern counter-attacking mastery.
Liverpool midfield cornerstone Alexis Mac Allister has revealed his deep disappointment over a lack of new contract negotiations, admitting he contemplated a summer departure as Anfield deals with ongoing squad friction.
Erling Haaland matched Sergio AgĂŒero's club record of 36 Champions League goals as Manchester City earned a dominant 2-0 victory away at Porto. The Norwegian striker continues his relentless rewriting of the history books, carrying Pep Guardiola's squad to an ideal start in Europe.
Jose Mourinho's sensational return to the Real Madrid dugout yielded an instant European statement, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory over his former treble-winning side Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu.