Author: Sports News UK

Tottenham midfielder Xavi Simons has enrolled on a course at prestigious American university Harvard while he continues his recovery from a long-term knee injury.The 23-year-old Netherlands playmaker has been sidelined since rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament in April – an injury that forced him to miss the World Cup.Simons has now joined, external Harvard’s Crossover into Business programme, a course tailored for professional athletes to develop their commercial skills.The online course pairs athletes with Harvard MBA students to mentor them through practical case studies and enterprise management.”I’m going back to school,” Simons wrote on LinkedIn.”During my recovery, I’ve been trying…

Ethan Miller/Getty Images Over the last few months, wrestling podcaster Conrad Thompson hasn’t been shy about stating his opinion that WWE World Heavyweight Champion and top star Roman Reigns is overrated, drawing a strong reaction in the process. That topic re-emerged this week when Thompson paid a visit to “Busted Open Radio” on Wednesday. Thompson explained he was motivated to give his opinion upon seeing people say Reigns was better than the likes of Hulk Hogan because he main evented more WrestleMania’s. He conceded that Reigns may have had more…

Real Madrid are interested in former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay and France forward Michael Olise, while Chelsea are keen on Frenkie de Jong of Barcelona.Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Scott McTominay’s contract talks at Napoli, with the Spanish giants interested in signing the 29-year-old Scotland midfielder at the end of the season. (Tuttomercato), externalManchester United are unlikely to now bring McTominay back to Old Trafford as they are targeting younger signings. (Football Insider), externalBayern Munich want to extend 24-year-old France winger Michael Olise’s contract, which runs until 2029, and it is likely he will stay with the German…

WWE’s trip to Saudi Arabia just picked up another serious warning sign with Crown Jewel only weeks away. The U.S. Embassy has issued a fresh security alert urging Americans in Saudi Arabia to stay vigilant as concerns involving Houthi threats, airports and the country’s airspace continue to grow. The U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia issued the security alert on October 7, warning American citizens about the ongoing security situation and public threats made by Houthi forces. The alert specifically pointed to the group’s history of targeting Saudi Arabia, including civilian airports. The embassy told Americans to take the situation seriously. “Due…

Gianni Infantino’s chances of being re-elected as Fifa president appear to have been given a major boost after potential rival Victor Montagliani confirmed he wants to remain as head of Concacaf.The Canadian, 61, was widely seen as a possible candidate after Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors sparked a global backlash. However, Montagliani never confirmed he wanted to challenge Infantino, and according to sources, he has now told colleagues that he will instead seek a final term as head of the confederation which governs North and Central America and the Caribbean.As first reported…

Sunderland and Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka says he has received a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs (£136,000) for obtaining a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate.The 34-year-old, who is alleged to have obtained the certificate in 2022 when it was a requirement in Switzerland for some travel abroad, says the fine is suspended for two years provided he does not commit any further offences, and that he has already paid the court costs. “A few weeks ago, I spoke personally here and said that I would take responsibility for my decision. I stand by that,” the midfielder wrote in German on…

We’ve all seen them, and we all have our opinions on them. Enhancement matches, or what some may call “squash match, is basically a one-sided match where it “enhances” the status/talent of the winner in which the “jobber” loses quick. It’s purpose is to help the wrestler that wins and puts them in a glowing light. It is often a “bigger” competitor taking on an “underdog.” Nattie has been in the game now since 2000 and has been in WWE for nearly two decades. She presented her thoughts on enhancement matches on Busted Open Radio. “If you’re going to win…

As Premier League football returns following a three-week hiatus, rival clubs are proving reluctant to let their managers speak about the City verdict publicly.Managers and head coaches – including Maresca on Friday – will be asked to comment on the matter during compulsory pre-match press conferences.But it is understood a number of clubs have already taken a clear stance for their managers not to comment.Some Premier League news conferences were held on Thursday, but Coventry boss Frank Lampard, Leeds head coach Daniel Farke and Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle all steered clear of commenting at length on the matter.Jaissle said:…

The UFC and Cleveland Clinic have renewed their partnership. UFC will provide a $1 contribution to fund athletes brain health study. From UFC: UFC® AND CLEVELAND CLINIC RENEW LONGSTANDING PARTNERSHIP UFC to Provide $1 Million Contribution to FundProfessional Athletes Brain Health Study Through 2030 WWE Joins Study; Zuffa Boxing Athletes Now Eligible to Participate LAS VEGAS, Nev., Oct. 8, 2026 – UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, today announced a multiyear extension of its longstanding collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, continuing its support of the Professional Athletes Brain Health Study through 2030. WWE® and Zuffa Boxing, which, together with…

Charlie Atkinson can see the funny side now.”I mean, I met my hero,” he says smilingly.Atkinson is remembering his second Prem appearance, back in September 2020. He was 18 years old. He had been ushered straight into the Wasps first team as squads were stretched to fulfil a condensed post-lockdown fixture listAtkinson had just come off the bench against Saracens when, having fielded a kick downfield, he was blindsided by Owen Farrell’s reckless, high tackle. Atkinson was left unconscious on the Stonex pitch as the referee showed red.Farrell was instantly contrite, waiting on the touchline to check on Atkinson and…