5 h. ago ‘I treasured that kit’: Leah Williamson’s Arsenal journey from mascot to mainstay

The Arsenal defender knows she must manage her emotions in the Champions League final – 18 years after she was a mascot for the equivalent fixture There is no bigger test of how Arsenal’s Leah Williamson balances the emotion of the occasion as a fan with her life as a player than a first Champions League final after years of working on her feelings when she is wearing red and white. “Do your job, Leah, and then the fan in you gets to enjoy it afterwards,” her internal monologue will run as she prepares to step on to the pitch when the Gunners take on Barcelona in Lisbon.“It’s funny, Less [Alessia Russo] was asking me about this today,” the 28-year-old says, sitting in the sunshine by the small lake at Arsenal’s London Colney training centre. “Maybe it’s age, maybe it’s having the experience of doing it in other moments. The Euros final was fairly level to this in terms of testing my ability to manage the emotions of the day and occasion. I’m just going to enjoy it. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Ben Stokes underlines importance with vital spell as England turn the screw against Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe (265 & 30-2) trail England (565/6d) by 270 runs: Back from an injured hamstring, the England captain produced a key burst of fast bowling to help his side seize total control at Trent Bridge

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8 h. ago New footage shows Sir Alex Ferguson looking absolutely 'DISGUSTED' with Manchester United after their miserable Europa League final defeat to Tottenham

The Red Devils sit in a lowly 16th place with just one Premier League fixture remaining and they won't compete in any European competition next season for just the second time in 35 years.

Sport

8 h. ago Probation staff shortages threaten to derail plans to safely release prisoners early, ministers warned

Exclusive: ‘Vital window’ to boost probation workforce before prison reforms put huge pressure on service already in chaos, says union chief

Events

8 h. ago Look inside the charming Edinburgh dog exhibition that's already selling out of paintings

Get your canine culture fix at this venue

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11 h. ago Voices: I’ve spent decades inside prisons – here’s how I’ll fix them for good

In light of the Gauke sentencing review, prisons minister Lord Timpson explains why, to end the perma-crisis in our justice system, we must now embark on the largest expansion of jail places since the Victorian era

Events

13 h. ago Doctor advises there's 'no point' in other skincare without vital product

A doctor has said if you're skipping the most 'important step for anti-ageing' then there's really no point in using the other fancy products in your skincare kit

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15 h. ago England squad revealed as Thomas Tuchel makes decision on Manchester United ace Harry Maguire

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has revealed his squad for his side's upcoming international fixtures against Andorra and Senegal.

Politics

15 h. ago Man City star Phil Foden left out of England squad after injury admission and off

Phil Foden said he needs to rest his injured ankle and was considering sitting out England's international fixtures next month, as well as potentially the FIFA Club World Cup with Manchester City.

Events

15 h. ago Man City star left out of England squad after making 'difficult' admission

Phil Foden said he needs to rest his injured ankle and was considering sitting out England's international fixtures next month, as well as potentially the FIFA Club World Cup with Manchester City.

Events

15 h. ago England squad confirmed as Thomas Tuchel hands star shock recall after transfer

England boss Thomas Tuchel has named his latest squad for fixtures against Andorra and Senegal next month with a whole host of first-choice stars set to feature

Events

15 h. ago Samsung dishes out free Galaxy tablets worth £259 in huge summer giveaway

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is available with a major freebie as the tech giant kicks off an unmissable summer upgrade deal

Economics

17 h. ago How Scott McTominay became Napoli’s X factor in quest for Serie A glory

The former Manchester United midfielder has flourished under the tutelage of Antonio Conte, with Napoli on the brink of winning the scudetto in a nail-biting title race with Champions League finalists Inter Milan

Culture

18 h. ago How Scott McTominay became Napoli’s X factor on road to Serie A glory

The former Manchester United midfielder has flourished under the tutelage of Antonio Conte, with Napoli on the brink of winning the scudetto in a nail-biting title race with Champions League finalists Inter Milan

Culture

18 h. ago What do Napoli and Inter Milan need to win Serie A and can there be a play

Napoli have a one point lead over Inter heading into the final round of fixtures

Politics

18 h. ago Major UK airport's £1.3bn mega upgrade will transform 'hated' terminal

As part of an epic 10-year programme to transform its hub, one major UK airport has revealed its latest multi-million pound investment plan to turn around a controversial terminal

Economics

24 h. ago ALEX BRUMMER: Reeves hasn't 'fixed the economic foundations'

As the Chancellor lives it up with her fellow G7 finance ministers at the £350-a-night Rimrock Resort Hotel in Canada's Rocky Mountains, her credibility at home is draining away.

Economics

24 h. ago Sir Keir Starmer accused of signing 'one of the worst deals in the history of deals' after surrendering the Chagos islands for 'as much as £30billion'

The PM claimed the controversial giveaway of Britain's territory in the Indian Ocean would cost only £3.4 billion over the next century and was necessary to secure a vital military base.

Economics

25 h. ago Prince William shares how he has been ‘inspired’ by David Attenborough for new series

Prince William has praised Sir David Attenborough as the inspiration behind his new wildlife documentary series, “Guardians”, which highlights the crucial work of rangers protecting endangered species and vital ecosystems.

Politics

28 h. ago I'm an Aberdeen trophy winner as season to forget could always be remembered but one thing is vital

Niall McGinn lifted the League Cup with the Dons and tasted success with Celtic as Jimmy Thelin's side have chance to become legends

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