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Aston Villa signs 17-year-old striker Brian Madjo from Metz for £10M, with the England youth international seen as a long-term talent investment.

EPCR postponed the Cheetahs vs Ulster Challenge Cup match minutes before kick-off after a late inspection ruled the frozen pitch unsafe.

Caleb Williams rallies the Chicago Bears from an 18-point deficit to beat the Packers 31-27 in a dramatic NFC Wild Card playoff victory.

Alex Bregman joins the Chicago Cubs on a five-year, $175 million contract, strengthening Chicago’s infield after finishing second in the NL Central.

Macclesfield Town took a shock lead against Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, while Everton found themselves trailing in their tie.

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence for possessing a serious indecent image of a child. As reported by Sophie Robinson of The Independent, ex-Premier League referee David Coote faces sentencing over a

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 120–113 as Stephen Curry added 31 points and De’Anthony Melton contributed a season-high 22.

David Batty has kept out of touch with former teammates since retiring, embracing a low-profile life away from the public spotlight.

Dallas Mavericks beat Kings 100–98 on Tuesday, January 6, ending their road losing streak, while Sacramento suffered a sixth straight loss.

Kingston Flemings scores 23 as No. 7 Houston rallies late to beat No. 14 Texas Tech 69-65 in a hard-fought Big 12 clash.

Kilmarnock appoints Neil McCann as manager with Billy Dodds as assistant until 2028, aiming for stability as the club struggles at the bottom of the league.

Ryan Mason has been dismissed as West Brom boss after a loss to Leicester intensified pressure on the club.

A Tottenham Hotspur winger is set for a move to Coventry City following a reported exit from Portsmouth.

Kilmarnock have appointed Neil McCann as manager, with Billy Dodds joining as assistant, on contracts running until summer 2028.

Chelsea Football Club has appointed Liam Rosenior as their new head coach on a five-and-a-half-year deal following Enzo Maresca’s departure on New Year’s Day.

The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 103-102 as Kawhi Leonard scored 24 points despite James Harden missing the game.

West Ham striker Callum Wilson is in talks to leave the club after five months, as issues with manager Nuno Espírito Santo affect squad morale.

Coco Gauff shared a social media post before her United Cup singles match, offering context to recent remarks about American tennis fans.

Manchester United have removed manager Rúben Amorim after 14 months, with Darren Fletcher set to take charge following poor results and board concerns.

Pittsburgh Steelers beat Ravens 26-24, securing the AFC North title, while Baltimore misses playoffs on a last-second missed field goal.

The Boston Celtics outscored the Los Angeles Clippers 146-115 as Jaylen Brown put up a career-high 50 points on Saturday night in Inglewood.

Marcus Rashford is set to feature for Barcelona in their first La Liga match after the winter break, with another English player also likely to start.

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sandown has been cleared to proceed after a successful inspection, easing concerns and paving the way for upcoming operations, officials confirmed. The track passed a morning inspection, thus today’s meeting at Sandown will proceed as scheduled. In

Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-121, as Luka Doncic scored 34 points and LeBron James added 31 in Friday night’s win.

Police have enforced a dispersal order ahead of Southampton’s home match against Millwall as officers step up measures to prevent disorder.

Enzo Maresca leaves Chelsea after 18 months at Stamford Bridge, with the club fifth in the Premier League, and a replacement is expected soon.

Former Brazil and Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos was hospitalised for emergency heart surgery in Sao Paulo after complications and is reported to be stable.

The Los Angeles Clippers secured a 131-90 win over the Sacramento Kings in Inglewood, led by Kawhi Leonard’s 33 points and James Harden’s 21.

Detroit Pistons defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 128-106 behind Cade Cunningham, spoiling LeBron James’ 41st birthday despite solid efforts from Luka Doncic.

Crystal Palace agreed a £35m deal with Tottenham for footballer Brennan Johnson, with the winger yet to finalize his potential transfer.

Japanese footballer Kazuyoshi Miura signs a new loan agreement with Fukushima United, continuing his record 41st professional football season at 58.

Liverpool FC part ways with set-piece coach Aaron Briggs after 12 goals conceded, with the coaching staff taking over improvements.

Marcus Johansson posts four points as the Minnesota Wild race to a 5-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.

British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people, according to local reports.

Boxer Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people, police say.

Kawhi Leonard drops a career-high 55 points as the LA Clippers beat the Detroit Pistons 112–99 for their fourth straight win.

Former England cricketer and ex-ECB chief Hugh Morris has died aged 62 after cancer, leaving a lasting legacy in cricket and administration.

Colorado Avalanche edged the Vegas Golden Knights 6-5 in a shootout as Nathan MacKinnon starred with a goal, two assists, and the winner.

England win thrilling 4-wicket Ashes Test in Melbourne, bowling Aus for 132. Brook & Smith unbeaten; 1st Down Under win since 2011.

Patrick Dorgu’s first-half volley earned Manchester United a 1-0 Boxing Day win over Newcastle, lifting United to fifth in the Premier League.

Michigan Wolverines are considering former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham as head coach after Sherrone Moore’s dismissal amid legal controversy.

Kawhi Leonard dropped 41 points as the LA Clippers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-108, earning back-to-back wins this season.

German debutant Arno Merk said he was “stunned” after defeating two-time champion Peter Wright in straight sets at the PDC World Championship.

Oxford sack Rowett after poor run; 22nd, 2pts above drop. Sale exits; Short interim as they fight Portsmouth, Norwich to stay up.

Stephen Curry scored 18 of his 26 points after halftime as the Warriors surged past the Magic 120-97 in a dominant second-half performance.

Manchester United youth captain Rhys Bennett has urged people to speak openly about mental health as he faces his first Christmas after his father’s death.

LIV Golf player Mito Pereira has announced his retirement from professional golf at just 30, marking a surprising early exit from the sport.

South Africa launch their Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Angola in Marrakech as Bafana Bafana aim for a strong tournament start.

Seventh seed James Wade endured another early PDC World Championship exit after a dramatic second-round defeat to Ricky Evans.