20 h. ago Real Sociedad release pressure with surreal victory in Basque derby like no other | Sid Lowe

Jon Gorrotxategi’s stoppage-time winner against Athletic Club summed up an epic back-and-forth contestThe goal that won the Basque derby was exactly the way the goal that wins the Basque derby is supposed to be but never had been before. Wet, wild and absolutely wellied. In the rain, the chaos and added time, the fifth of an epic fight perfectly imperfect: a first attempt scuffed, a second smashed in from six yards, sending teammates diving out the way and supporters into each other’s arms. And scored by the footballer from the frontier, born on the border with Bizkaia, another Gipuzkoan and another academy product playing his first derby. Jon Gorrotxategi hit it with his shin; he also hit it with his “soul”, he said, the day ending with Real Sociedad’s players standing before their fans, singing together.It had started there too, their big blue bus edging its way towards the Reale Arena, circling round past the velodrome and the mini stadium, thousands of fans lining the route, fir...

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41 h. ago NFL week nine: Colts v Steelers, Falcons v Patriots, Texans v Broncos and more – live

Updates from week nine, starting with 6pm GMT games Sign up for The Recap newsletter | And email GrahamTOUCHDOWN! Bengals 7-7 Bears 8:44, 1st quarterThey just keep on coming as Caleb Williams marches the Bears downfield and pops it to DJ Moore for a two-yard score. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Sadiq Khan delivers West Ham ownership message and addresses future of London Stadium

The Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan has reacted to the current toxicity at the London Stadium, as fans continue their protests against the West Ham United owners

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5 d. ago Meghan and Harry 'are booed' by crowd at Dodgers Stadium as angry sports fans hit out at couple's front row treatment

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex infuriated sports fans as they were placed in the first row at the LA Dodgers fixture against Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night, in front sporting legends.

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5 d. ago Celtic fans hail return of Messiah but different story outside stadium as unexpected hero takes centre stage

Mini Martin O’Neill era off to winning start as small inroad made into Hearts lead

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5 d. ago Celtic fans chuck MISSILES at stadium and argue with each other as anti

ANGRY Celtic fans chucked missiles at their own ground as a protest against the board turned into an ugly farce. The Celtic Fans Collective arranged the rally tonight to continue their action against Dermot Desmond, Michael Nicholson and Peter Lawwell. Supporters from the Green Brigade and Ultras Celtic were front and centre but most wore...

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5 d. ago Thousands of angry Celtic fans gather at Parkhead to chant and set off pyro as anti

THOUSANDS of fuming Celtic fans gathered at Parkhead outside the stadium to protest against the board in the wake of Brendan Rodgers' resignation. Martin O'Neill has returned to the club to take over as interim manager but his comeback has been somewhat overshadowed by the demonstrations. The Celtic Fans Collective announced plans to continue their...

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6 d. ago Fan dies after stadium incident as 'football takes a back seat' in gesture of respect

A football fan has tragically died after he fell ill when attending a match - and the club held a minute's silence as the sport took a back seat in a gesture of respect

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7 d. ago Raiders legend George Atkinson, known for his fierce hits, dies at 78

George Atkinson, the former Raiders safety known for his hard-hitting style, has died at 78

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8 d. ago NFL week eight: Buccaneers v Saints, Cowboys v Broncos and more – live

Follow live updates from all the 5pm (GMT) gamesGet in touch: email Graham with your thoughtsPanthers 0-6 Bills 14:09, 2nd quarterIt’s good! But Carolina come out on top as Buffalo settle for a field goal. Josh Allen successfully scrambles around once but on the second effort is sacked on 3rd and 5. Not the end of the world but a cheap penalty forced Allen to put on his dancing shoes after an illegal formation penalty. Matt Prater knocks in the 43-yard field goal. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Everybody hates Russ: how the NFL’s nicest guy became its most resented | Andrew Lawrence

Russell Wilson built his career on faith, charm and polish. Now the NFL’s perennial nice guy has become proof that sincerity can backfire in professional footballThey say you can’t win football games with too many choir boys. One choir boy might be too many in the case of Russell Wilson, the NFL’s would-be Mr Congeniality. From the off the New York Giants quarterback has gone to lengths to distinguish himself as the game’s most likable star, the kind of player kids look up to and opponents look out for. And all it seems to do is breed resentment.Wilson’s closest collaborators struggle to speak his name without spitting. Richard Sherman, the standout former defensive back turned Prime Video analyst, begrudges Wilson for the favoritism he received from management during their years together in Seattle. KJ Wright, another prominent member of that Legion of Boom defense, accuses Wilson of betraying locker room bonds. Marshawn Lynch, the delightful but famously reticent Seahawks running ...

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2 w. ago NFL Week 7 scores and live updates: Broncos outlast Giants in thriller, Cowboys handle Commanders, highlights, analysis and latest

NFL Week 7 scores and live updates: Broncos outlast Giants in thriller, Cowboys handle Commanders, highlights, analysis and latest - The Athletic  The New York Times

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2 w. ago Thomas Frank wants Spurs fans to play part in turning stadium into a fortress

Spurs have won only three of their last 17 Premier League home matches.

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2 w. ago Clever West Ham Fans Reimagine London Stadium with Claret Makeover

Clever West Ham Fans Reimagine London Stadium with Claret Makeover  claretandhugh.info

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2 w. ago Brewers fan loses job and is banned from stadium for life after being named by internet as spectator saying ‘Call ICE’ on Dodgers fan

Both fans were eventually banned from the ballpark for future events, the Milwaukee Brewers revealed

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2 w. ago Photos: Broncos host Orange Herd Fan Rally at traditional pub in London before Week 6 game vs. Jets

Photos: Broncos host Orange Herd Fan Rally at traditional pub in London before Week 6 game vs. Jets  Denver Broncos

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2 w. ago Man Utd's £2bn stadium plans get 'huge green light' as expected completion date set

As Manchester United fans continue to ponder what their new stadium may look like, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co have been boosted by a piece of positive news

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2 w. ago Aisle pay that: seat surcharges leave spectators on edge at some of Australia’s biggest events

Aisle seats cost $25 extra at Melbourne Formula One Grand PrixAustralian Open puts in place premium based on demandSome fans hate being stepped over inside the stadium and just want to enjoy the action in peace. Others won’t sit anywhere else except the end of a row, and are prepared to pay a premium for the privilege.The extra cost of an aisle seat has reached $25 at the Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix, as part of a trend adopted at sporting events such as the MotoGP at Phillip Island and the Australian Open tennis, as well as at some music concerts, to price tickets on the edge of bays higher than those in the middle. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Scouts’ honour: ‘I think many believe the job is like Football Manager’

Watching footballers for a living is not as glamorous as it may seem and, as this book extract reveals, the job is changing with technology“I once travelled from Greece to Denmark to scout a goalkeeper. I went straight from the airport to the stadium, only for him to face zero shots. After away fans rioted, the match was abandoned, and the police had to intervene. My phone battery died, and I only made it to my hotel late at night, just in time for four hours of sleep before flying back. Despite the chaos, that game still provided valuable insights: I saw first-hand how much the home fans adored the player and observed his leadership and quality, even if all his shot-stopping happened in the warm-up.”Here, then, is the life of those involved in one of the most misunderstood aspects of the game. Their stories reveal a side of football that rarely makes headlines – one of adaptability, forbearance, and sometimes, outright audacity. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Thomas Tuchel laughs off England fans’ jibes and says: we will need you in America

‘It’s British humour and I can take it,’ says England head coachTuchel says his side have achieved something ‘special’Thomas Tuchel laughed off the mockery from the fans and hailed his side for achieving something special after England qualified for the World Cup finals tournament with a 5‑0 win against Latvia in Riga.The head coach was in good spirits after another fine display and he did not mind being the butt of the joke at a rain-sodden Daugava Stadium. England’s fans did not hesitate to express their displeasure with Tuchel’s critical comments about the atmosphere during the win against Wales at Wembley last week but the German admitted he was fair game and insisted he thought the chants aimed in his direction were funny. Continue reading...

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