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Kai Havertz scores late in Lisbon as Arsenal come away 1-0 winners in their Champions League quarter final, first leg against Sporting. Harry Kane scores on his return to the Bayern Munich side in their 2-1 Champions League win away at Real Madrid. Southampton are into the Championship playoff places thanks to a 5-1 win at Wrexham. Rory McIlroy praises the game of golf for allowing players of different generations play alongside each other ahead of teeing off with US Amateur champion Mason Howell and last month's Players winner Cameron Young. Sale Sharks agree to sign former England captain Courtney Lawes for next season - while hooker Nathan Jibulu has been banned for six weeks for biting. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coventry City edge closer to a long-awaited Premier League return despite goalless draw at Hull City. Birmingham City are left fuming after a disallowed goal in their 2-1 loss to now second-placed Ipswich Town. Lincoln City have been promoted to the Championship after a 2-1 win at Reading. Justin Rose eyes Masters redemption after playoff agony in 2025 as Jon Rahm is tipped to impress at Augusta this weekend. Chelsea and Manchester City Women both win FA Cup quarter finals to set up semi against each other. The winner will play either Liverpool or Brighton in the final. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United beat West Ham on penalties to win their FA Cup quarter final tie after the Irons came from 2-0 down to take the game to extra time. Leeds will face Chelsea, with Manchester City taking on Southampton in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley Stadium. Celtic beat Dundee 2-1 to cut the gap to two points between themselves and Aberdeen and Rangers at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Caroline Dubois beat Terri Harper on points to become the unified lightweight world champion in London. Deontay Wilder suggests he's willing to give Moses Itauma 'a test' as he sets his sights on a fight against Anthony Joshua next. JJ Spaun wins the Texas Open by one shot ahead of British duo Matt Wallace and Bob MacIntyre. He finished on -17 in San Antonio. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal are out of the FA Cup after losing 2-1 to Southampton at St Marys. Manchester City beat Liverpool 4-0 to progress to the semis. Chelsea thrash Port Vale 7-0 to book their place at Wembley with West Ham vs Leeds United this afternoon to decide the final team to go through. Rangers are top of the Scottish Premiership for the first time since 2024 following a 4-2 win against Dundee United at Ibrox. Scotland's Robert MacIntyre holds a 2-shot halfway lead at the Texas Open in San Antonio. Deontay Wilder beats Derek Chisora on a split decision after 12 rounds at the O2 Arena in London. The Bronze Bomber reaffirms his desire to fight Anthony Joshua, who was present at ringside. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester City host Liverpool in one of three FA Cup quarter finals today - with questions over Pep Guardiola's future still unanswered. Chelsea have banished Enzo Fernandes from their matchday squad for their tie against Port Vale following his comments about wanting to live in Madrid. Arsenal travel to Southampton in the final tie of the day with injury worries over a number of their players after international withdrawals in the week. Coventry City are 8 points away from a Premier League return after their 25th victory of the season, a 3-2 win against Derby County. Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder prepare to go head-to-head tonight at the O2 Arena in London. It's both fighter's 50th professional bout. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roberto De Zerbi has apologised to Spurs fans following the backlash over comments he made about Mason Greenwood during his time at Marseille. The new Tottenham Hotspur manager also signalled his intention to be at the club for a 'very long time' as he spoke for the first time since taking the job. Gerwyn Price took victory in Manchester to secure his place in the playoffs of the Premier League Darts. Gabriele Gravina has resigned as the head of the Italian football association after they missed out on their third consecutive World Cup. Deontay Wilder won't rule out a long-awaited fight against Anthony Joshua if he's victorious against Dereck Chisora at the O2 Arena on Saturday. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiger Woods has rejected the PGA of America's offer to captain the US Ryder Cup team in 2027. He's been given permission to undergo treatment abroad following last week's car accident and arrest. Phil Foden faces an anxious wait to hear about his World Cup place as England manager Thomas Tuchel says "it's not a guarantee that he will come". Arsenal are through to the Women's Champions League semi-finals after beating Chelsea 3-2 on aggregate. Manchester United lose 5-3 to Bayern Munich as their European adventure comes to a sudden end. Moses Itauma hints at his next opponent whilst admitting Oleksandr Usyk is an attractive fight because of the world titles he currently holds. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England have lost their first ever game against an Asian nation as Japan beat them 1-0 at Wembley Stadium last night. Thomas Tuchel tells talkSPORT he expected a tough international break which hasn't been helped by multiple injuries. Italy have failed to make their third World Cup in a row after losing on penalties against Bosnia & Herzegovina. Scotland lost 1-0 against the Ivory Coast while Wales and Northern Ireland draw their friendly 1-1 in Cardiff. Sweden, Turkey and Czechia all qualify - as DR Congo book their place at the finals for the first time in 52 years. Roberto De Zerbi is confirmed as the new Tottenham Hotspur manager on a 5 year deal without a relegation clause. Tiger Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after car crash last week. He pleaded not guilty in a US court yesterday. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

talkSPORT understands that Roberto De Zerbi is close to agreeing a five year deal to take over as new Tottenham Hotspur manager. The former Brighton boss was originally thought to favour a move in the summer, but progress has been made on his imminent arrival. England manager Thomas Tuchel has played down the number of injuries and subsequent withdrawals from Arsenal players ahead of tonight's friendly against Japan. Craig Bellamy has no intention of quitting as Wales manager despite them missing out on the World Cup. Max Verstappen's frustration with the new Formula 1 regulations continues, leading to rumours he could look to take a break from the championship at the end of the season. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tottenham Hotspur have parted company with head coach Igor Tudor after just 44 days in charge. He lost 5 out of his 7 games. It's understood that Roberto De Zerbi is the club's preferred choice to take over - although he doesn't want to commit until the summer. Bath beat Sale 31-26 in the Gallagher Prem to earn a bonus point after a big weekend in the league. Chelsea score late to beat Aston Villa 4-3 in the WSL. Brighton beat Leicester 1-0 and it was 1-1 between West Ham and London City Lionesses. Gary Woodland has won the Houston Open - his first title on the PGA Tour since undergoing brain surgery in 2019. Alex Fitzpatrick is the Indian Open champion on the DP World Tour. Kimi Antonelli leads the F1 World Championship into the impromptu season break after victory at the Japanese Grand Prix. He's the youngest ever driver to be top of the standings. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Tuchel's England squad has been cut to 27 players with Aaron Ramsdale, Fikayo Tomori and Dominic Calvert-Lewin not required for the game against Japan on Tuesday. John Stones, Adam Wharton, Noni Madueke, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice have all gone back to their clubs with minor injuries. Moses Itauma is eying a world title fight after his fifth-round stoppage of Jermaine Franklin in Manchester. Manchester City beat Manchester United 3-0 and can win the Women's Super League title with two wins from their last three matches. Liverpool beat Everton and Arsenal thrashed Tottenham. Tiger Woods has been released on bail after being charged with DUI following a road traffic accident in Florida on Saturday. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England and Uruguay draw 1-1 at Wembley Stadium as Thomas Tuchel insists his experimental lineup was beneficial. The referee at Wembley appeared to give two yellow cards to Uruguay's Manuel Ugarte without sending him off, while VAR failed to award a red card for a dangerous tackle on Phil Foden. Tigers Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence after rolling his car in a crash in Florida. Exeter Chiefs beat Newcastle Red Bulls 38-14 to go third in the Gallagher Prem. Moses Itamua weighs in 13lbs lighter than Jermaine Franklin ahead of meeting in the ring tonight in Manchester. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland all crash out of the World Cup playoffs in the semi-finals. Craig Bellamy and Michael O'Neill take positives from their country's campaigns which ended on Thursday evening. Thomas Tuchel tells talkSPORT it's vital Ben White clears the air with his England teammates ahead of tonight's friendly with Uruguay. England's Paul Waring leads the Texas Children's Houston Open on the PGA Tour. He finished his first round with 7 birdies and no bogies. The women's category of Olympic sports will be limited to biological females only from Los Angeles 2028. Luke Littler beats Michael van Gerwen to win the Premier League darts in Berlin - his third victory of the year. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wales and Northern Ireland could take a big step towards winning a place at the World Cup finals, tonight. NI are away against Italy while Wales host Bosnia & Herzegovina with the winners meeting in the playoff final. Former Spurs goalkeeper Brad Friedel reveals his biggest reason for the club's relegation form this season. The NBA is considering adding two new franchises - in Seattle and Las Vegas. Manchester United lose 3-2 to Bayern Munich in the quarter finals of the Women's Champions League. The return leg will be played in Germany next week. Conor Benn has revealed why he's quit social media and what swayed his decision to leave Matchroom and join Zuffa Boxing. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mo Salah has announced that after 9 years he's leaving Liverpool at the end of the season. Liverpool have confirmed that Salah has agreed to be released from the remainder of his contract in order to leave the club on a free transfer. Chelsea are reportedly not planning on parting ways with head coach Liam Rosenior - even if he fails to secure them Champions League football next season. Ben Duckett has pulled out of the IPL in order to try and save his England career - potentially risking a ban from the lucrative tournament. Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 in the first leg of their Women's Champions League quarter final. Chelsea were left frustrated with two disallowed goals. Tiger Woods makes his long-awaited return to golf with a cameo in the final of the TGL indoor championship in Florida. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben White has been called up to the England squad for the friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. He's not played for the national team since walking out of the World Cup squad in 2022. Tottenham have offered their condolences to interim head coach Igor Tudor following the death of his father. Ben Stokes has confirmed in an open letter to fans that he, Brendon McCullum and Rob Key will continue in their England cricket roles despite embarrassing Ashes performances. Sam Curran has been ruled out of the IPL in a blow to the Rajasthan Royals ahead of the tournament beginning on Saturday. Sonia Bompastor is refusing to comment on the futures of captain Millie Bright and striker Sam Kerr ahead of their Women's Champions League quarter final at Arsenal tonight. Jak Crawford will drive for Aston Martin in FP1 at the Japanese Grand Prix. The American is their reserve driver having competed in F2 last season. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nico O'Reilly scores twice in four minutes as Manchester City beat Arsenal 2-0 at Wembley Stadium to lift the League Cup. Nottingham Forest thrash Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 in North London to leave Igor Tudor's team a point above the relegation zone. Sunderland beat Newcastle for the second time this season to increase the pressure on Eddie Howe ahead of the international break. John McGinn and Ollie Watkins score at Villa Park as West Ham go down 2-0 to fourth-placed Aston Villa. Celtic lose 2-0 at Dundee United, Matt Fitzpatrick and Bryson DeChambeau win out on the course and Keely Hodgkinson breaks more records on her way to indoor gold. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea's 3-0 loss at Everton adds more pressure to Liam Rosenior as he hits an unwanted milestone of four Premier League defeats in a row. Liverpool lose 2-1 at Brighton as Danny Welbeck grabs a couple of goals at the AMEX while Fulham thrash Burnley 3-1 to firmly set their sights on Europe. Arsenal could win the first of four trophies this afternoon when they take on Manchester City in the League Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Spurs face relegation rivals Nottingham Forest while West Ham are away at Aston Villa hoping they can climb out of the bottom three. Newcastle host Sunderland looking to get revenge after the Black Cats won the first Tyne & Wear derby earlier this season. Max Verstappen's endurance team wins the four hour race at the Nurburgring before being disqualified for using too many tyres. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United drew 2-2 at Bournemouth in Friday night's Premier League match, but Michael Carrick was left frustrated by some of the decisions in the game. Harry Maguire was sent off in the that match but earlier in the day got a recall to the England football squad for their upcoming games - but there was no place for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Ronnie O'Sullivan continues to push the limits of snooker with the first ever professional 153 at the World Open in Yushan. Audi F1 team principal Jonathan Wheatley is strongly rumoured to be joining Aston Martin after his sudden and unexpected departure on Friday. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa will play Bologna in the last eight of the Europa League after beating Lille 2-0 last night at Villa Park. Nottingham Forest are also through, but needed extra time and penalties to get past Danish side Midtjylland (much to the joy of all Spurs fans). Crystal Palace made it three from three as they beat Larnaca in the Conference League. They'll face a tough quarter final against Fiorentina. Luke Littler won his second Premier League Darts meeting of the year and England's Women have a new rugby captain ahead of the Six Nations. Aston Martin F1 team are rumoured to be making changes at the top - with Adrian Newey stepping down as team principal and Audi's Jonathan Wheatley their number one target to replace him. Michael Carrick has backed Bruno Fernandes as his player of the season ahead of United's trip to Bournemouth tonight in the Premier League. Hit follow on this podcast for a daily roundup of the biggest sports stories you need to know about every morning and read more at talkSPORT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.