Author: Grace Johnson

Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry will receive the Lifetime Achievement award at the Sports Personality of the Year ceremony. The 48-year-old, widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s greatest players, retired in 2014. Organizers will present the award during the 2025 live broadcast on television and online from 19:00 GMT. “Football has given me everything, and I gave it my all,” Henry said. “To be recognised as part of its history and to leave my mark for fans and teammates is incredible.” Arsenal Legend and Record Goalscorer Henry scored 228 goals in 377 appearances for Arsenal, surpassing…

Fifa has announced it will raise prize money for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico by 50 percent. The move comes after criticism over the tournament’s ticket prices. Most of the record $727 million payout will go directly to participating teams. The World Cup winners will receive $50 million, while runners-up will get $33 million. Teams eliminated in the group stage will earn $9 million. Each qualified team will also receive $1.5 million for preparation costs, ensuring all associations take home at least $10.5 million. Fifa president Gianni Infantino said the payments demonstrate that the…

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim admits the team is underperforming. He says criticism from former players is natural at a club like United. Amorim accepts responsibility for results. He believes the squad should have collected more points. United face Monday’s Premier League match against Bournemouth under pressure. A win would keep them inside the top six for a second consecutive week. That outcome has been rare this season. Inconsistent Performances Expose Bigger Problems United last managed consecutive weeks in the top six late in the 2023-24 season. That run ended with a heavy defeat at Crystal Palace. The loss…

Nick Woltemade turned the ball into his own net as Sunderland claimed a derby victory fans will remember for decades. The German forward delivered the decisive moment as Sunderland defeated arch-rivals Newcastle United at the Stadium of Light. The North East rivals reignited their Premier League feud for the first time in almost ten years on Sunday. Woltemade shaped the outcome, although he never intended to decide the contest this way. Shortly after the restart, Sunderland defender Nordi Mukiele curled a dangerous cross into the penalty area. Woltemade rose to head clear but misjudged the contact under pressure. Sunderland’s record…

Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah will feature in Saturday’s Premier League match against Brighton after positive talks with head coach Arne Slot on Friday. Slot made the decision to include Salah to act in the club’s best interests, especially with several players sidelined by injuries. Unresolved issues remain, and Liverpool will continue discussions with Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas, while the player competes at the Africa Cup of Nations. Tensions Earlier This Week Salah, 33, missed Liverpool’s Champions League trip to Inter Milan on Tuesday after claiming a breakdown in his relationship with Slot. He accused the club of “throwing him under…

Move from Everton Sparks Backlash Former England striker Wayne Rooney says he received death threats after leaving Everton for Manchester United. Rooney joined the Red Devils in 2004, aged 18, in a £27m deal. He turned down a record contract from Everton before making the switch. The move triggered a fierce backlash from some Everton supporters. “I got death threats,” Rooney said on his show. He added that his parents’ house suffered vandalism, and his then-girlfriend, now wife, faced similar attacks. Rooney explained that he needed mental strength and support from those around him to cope. “Leaving was difficult because…

The U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) is turning its focus inward, emphasizing mental preparation as players gear up for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held on home soil. Veterans of the team say psychological readiness and belief in their abilities are key to performing under the intense pressure of a World Cup stage. Team leaders are working closely with sports psychologists and coaches to ensure players can manage stress, stay focused, and maintain confidence during high-stakes matches. The goal is to combine physical skill with mental resilience to compete at the highest level. Players are participating in sessions…

Ethics committee receives complaint A human rights group accuses Fifa president Gianni Infantino of breaking the body’s neutrality rules. The group says he supported United States president Donald Trump through awards and public praise. It asked Fifa’s ethics committee to investigate his actions. The group sent a complaint letter that a British sports outlet reviewed without naming itself in the text. The letter claims Infantino committed four clear breaches of Fifa’s neutrality principles. It says awarding a peace prize to a sitting leader already violates neutrality. It adds that Infantino cannot set Fifa’s mission or values on his own. Infantino…

Pressure rises before the City showdownXabi Alonso’s future at Real Madrid remains undecided, yet Wednesday’s Champions League match against Manchester City could define it. Fans grow impatient and booed the team after Sunday’s 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo, prompting an emergency meeting about Alonso’s position. Real sit four points behind Barcelona and have won only one of their last five league games. The dramatic slump since the October win over Barcelona now leaves Alonso’s survival chances very thin. Alonso arrived in the summer with a modern plan, but the club still resists this necessary shift. President Florentino Pérez never fully…

The 2025 NFL playoff race saw significant changes following Week 14, setting the stage for a thrilling postseason. In the AFC, the Denver Broncos moved up to the No. 1 seed with a win over the Raiders, while the New England Patriots also maintain an 11-2 record. The Jacksonville Jaguars, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Chargers, Buffalo Bills, and Houston Texans occupy the remaining playoff spots, with the Indianapolis Colts and Baltimore Ravens still in contention but facing difficult paths to secure a postseason berth. Week 14 clarified the AFC standings. Losses by the Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs strengthened Pittsburgh’s…