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England's 1982 World Cup away shirt: what you need to know before buying

With Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad confirmed for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, the iconic 1982 away shirt worn by Bryan Robson, Kevin Keegan and Glenn Hoddle is back in the spotlight — currently reduced to £25 at Sports Direct.

Football May 27

Barcelona bid £70m for Newcastle's Anthony Gordon as Bayern Munich also circle

Barcelona have formally registered their interest in Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon with an offer of around £70million, according to reports. The LaLiga champions face competition from Bundesliga side Bayern Munich for the 25-year-old England international.

Football May 27

FIFA faces legal action threat over plan to ban Iran's pre-revolutionary flag at World Cup 2026

The Institute for Voices of Liberty has warned FIFA it will pursue court proceedings in California if the governing body bans the pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag from World Cup 2026 venues, adding another layer of controversy to Iran's already fraught path to the tournament.

Football May 27

MacGinty and Luatua both sign extensions to stay at Bristol Bears

Bristol Bears have secured two of their most important players, with fly-half AJ MacGinty agreeing a deal through to 2026/27 and captain Steven Luatua committing to a tenth season at Ashton Gate.

Rugby May 27

Natalia Silva calls on Shevchenko to stop stalling and defend flyweight title

Unbeaten in eight UFC bouts, Brazilian contender Natalia Silva says she is ready to travel to Kyrgyzstan if necessary to challenge Valentina Shevchenko, after the UFC told her the champion is recovering from injury.

MMA May 27

England's Tampa warm-up faces 50,000 empty seats as ticket sales stall

Only 13,000 tickets have been sold for England's World Cup warm-up against New Zealand at the 69,000-seat Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on June 6, with just 1,500 official England Supporters Travel Club members confirmed to attend amid soaring tournament costs.

Football May 27

New York and New Jersey attorneys general subpoena FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket pricing

The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey have subpoenaed FIFA to answer allegations of artificially inflating ticket prices and misleading fans about seat locations ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Football May 27

Prince William visits St George's Park and backs England to win the World Cup

The Prince of Wales made a private visit to England's training base on 11 May, meeting backroom staff alongside manager Thomas Tuchel and declaring the squad is 'closing in' on a first World Cup triumph in 60 years.

Football May 27

McKee faces Isbulaev in PFL San Diego headliner as full card takes shape

Professional Fighters League has finalised the complete card for PFL San Diego on June 27 at Pechanga Arena. Former Bellator featherweight champion A.J. McKee headlines against Salamat Isbulaev, with 2025 tournament champion Liz Carmouche meeting Viviane Araujo in the co-main event.

MMA May 27

Hann Humphreys made USA Women's XVs debut after two years away from the format

Hann Humphreys played 234 of 240 possible minutes across the Pacific Four Series despite it being their first cap for the USA Women's Eagles XV side, having spent the previous two years exclusively in the Sevens programme.

Rugby May 27

Gilles Villeneuve's final race helmet sells for record $1.25 million at auction

The GPA helmet worn by Gilles Villeneuve at the 1982 San Marino Grand Prix has sold for $1.25 million, setting a new world record for a racing helmet and surpassing the previous mark held by an Ayrton Senna helmet sold for £720,000.

Formula 1 May 27

Curaçao arrive at their first World Cup as the smallest nation ever to qualify

With a population of just 156,000 and a 78-year-old head coach in Dick Advocaat, Curaçao have become the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup, opening their campaign against Germany in Houston this summer.

Football May 27

Rice says he is 'absolutely gutted' as former club West Ham drop to Championship

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice posted a heartfelt message on Instagram after West Ham were relegated from the Premier League on Sunday, finishing 18th under Nuno Espirito Santo. Rice, who left the club for a British-record £105m in 2023, said he has no doubt they will return.

Football May 27

Ferrari and Red Bull hold wet-weather testing edge over McLaren ahead of Canadian GP

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has acknowledged that Ferrari and Red Bull may hold a meaningful advantage at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, after both rivals completed Pirelli wet-weather development running that McLaren did not participate in.

Formula 1 May 27

Uros Medic headlines first UFC event in Serbia against Daniel Rodriguez at Belgrade Arena

Uros Medic will fight Daniel Rodriguez in a five-round welterweight main event at UFC Belgrade on August 1, marking the promotion's first-ever card in Serbia. Rodriguez returns to the octagon after spending eight months in a Mexican prison following a marijuana arrest at the border.

MMA May 27

Springbok Women name three debutants for Rugby Africa Women's Cup clash with Uganda

South Africa have confirmed their squad for Saturday's Rugby Africa Women's Cup Round 2 match against Uganda in Nairobi, with debutants Shaunique Alexander, Zethu Gcaza, and Abigail Smit all named after a 64-5 opening win over Madagascar.

Rugby May 27

Kinsky credits goalkeeper coaches and De Zerbi for Tottenham survival heroics after Madrid horror

Antonin Kinsky has reflected on his remarkable turnaround at Tottenham, crediting goalkeeper coaches Dean Brill and Fabian Otte after bouncing back from being substituted after 17 minutes in the Champions League defeat at Atletico Madrid to make crucial saves that preserved Spurs' Premier League status.

Football May 27

Sarah Beckett leaves Gloucester Hartpury for Sale Sharks in search of fresh challenge

Sale Sharks have signed England international Sarah Beckett from Gloucester Hartpury, making her the third Red Roses forward to join the club this summer. The 35-cap forward, who has won four Premiership Women's Rugby titles across two clubs, cited a desire for a new environment after stepping out of the England set-up.

Rugby May 27

Teixeira and 'Shogun' Rua to meet in boxing match at Spaten Fight Night in São Paulo

Former UFC light heavyweight champions Glover Teixeira and Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua will headline Spaten Fight Night's third event in São Paulo, Brazil, on Aug. 29, trading their MMA gloves for a boxing ring. The two retired fighters combined for 38 knockout wins across their MMA careers.

MMA May 27

Valverde says Real Madrid backed him after training-ground fight with Tchouameni

Federico Valverde has spoken publicly for the first time about his physical altercation with Aurélien Tchouameni during a Real Madrid training session, saying the club gave him full support after an incident that left him hospitalised with concussion.

Football May 27