Boss Vera Pauw said her players were bowing out as “world stars” after the Republic of Ireland’s debut Women’s World Cup campaign concluded with them securing a historic point.Having seen their last-16 hopes end following a 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia and 2-1 defeat to Canada in their opening two matches, Ireland’s final match at their maiden major tournament end...Full Story »

The Republic of Ireland secured their first Women’s World Cup point as they concluded their debut major tournament campaign with a 0-0 draw against Nigeria, who advance to the last 16 as Group B runners-up.Courtney Brosnan pulled off a fantastic save to divert Uchenna Kanu’s 52nd-minute header against the bar to ensure the already-eliminated Girls in Green clinched a historic result ...Full Story »

New manager Tony Docherty was left frustrated as Dundee became the second cinch Premiership club to suffer a Viaplay Cup group-stage exit despite defeating Inverness 1-0 at Dens Park on Sunday.The Dark Blues – having lost to Airdrie last weekend – knew they needed to beat their Championship opponents by at least a two-goal margin in order to usurp Raith Rovers as one of the four best...Full Story »

The Croatian beauty posted an Instagram posing with the 7ft1 former LA Laker in Mykonos alongside the caption: "@shaq doesn't fit in the photo." Ivana Knoll is a regular at high-profile sporting events and attended the Champions League final in June Credit: Getty Knoll was wearing an eye-catching black outfit that left very little to the imagination as she posed with the former centre. In a s...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe said she was “heartbroken” after her team’s World Cup last-16 hopes were ended by a 2-1 loss to Canada in Perth in their second group game.Ireland, who had opened their debut campaign at a major tournament with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were on course for an historic victory after McCabe gave them an early lead, s...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland’s hopes of reaching the World Cup last 16 came to an end as Canada came from behind to beat Vera Pauw’s side 2-1 in their second group game in Perth.Ireland, who had opened what is their debut campaign at a major tournament finals with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were set for an historic victory after captain Katie McCabe gave them an early l...Full Story »

Brazillian Playboy sensation Cris Galera has promised to treat fans for every goal scored by the national team at the Women's World Cup. Cris caught the attention of her 500,000 social media followers by wearing tugging on a patriotic t-shirt before revealing her plans to celebrate each time Pia Sundhage's team can put the ball in the back of the net Down Under. She said: "I'm glad the Women...Full Story »

The Argentine shot-stopper is coming off the back of a wonderfully successful campaign for both club and country. Emi Martínez is being linked with a move away from Aston Villa this summer Credit: Getty Martinez won the World Cup and claimed the Golden Glove award at the tournament Credit: Getty He won the World Cup with Argentina in Qatar at the end of 2022, before helping Unai Emery's ...Full Story »

Manchester United are closing in on signing Sofyan Amrabat from Fiorentina, according to a report. United keen on Amrabat Deal close to completion Fiorentina midfielder set for United WHAT HAPPENED? Moroccan journalist Izem Anass reports that Amrabat is "one detail" away from moving to United, with the deal nearing completion. The club have long been linked with a move for the midfielder...Full Story »

England's World Cup campaign, which kicks off against Haiti on Saturday, will see millions of pounds spent in pubs and bars across the country England fans will be out in force as the Lionesses begin their World Cup campaign (Image: Chris Eades/Getty Images) Football fans will embark on an £84.5million brekkie, brunch and booze bonanza watching the Lionesses' begin their bid for World Cup...Full Story »

THIS is the shocking moment a Women’s World Cup ace was physically “restrained” by teammates. The flashpoint came after she confronted a rival who holidayed with her ex-girlfriend. Ireland's Ruesha Littlejohn was restrained by a teammate after confronting Australia's Caitlin Foord Credit: AFP Foord was seen partying on holiday with Littlejohn's ex, Ireland teammate Katie McC...Full Story »

England boss Sarina Wiegman vowed the Lionesses would do “everything” they can to bring home a first World Cup when they begin their campaign against Haiti in Brisbane on Saturday.Wiegman also provided a welcome update on captain Millie Bright, who is fit to start tomorrow’s contest after concerns she was still recovering from the knee injury she sustained in March which requir...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw credited her side’s resilience but lauded Australia’s attacking threats despite the absence of Sam Kerr after their 1-0 defeat to the joint-hosts in the Women’s World Cup.Steph Catley’s 52nd-minute penalty was enough for the Matildas to overcome a dogged Ireland and get them off to the perfect start in Group B.The hosts were without c...Full Story »

German international Giulia Gwinn revealed she rejected an approach from Playboy to appear in a naked cover shoot insisting she wants to be known from her success on the pitch Giulia Gwinn turned down Playboy's approach to appear on the front cover (Image: INSTAGRAM@https://www.instagram.com/giuliagwinn/?hl=en) German women’s international Giulia Gwinn revealed she rejected an approach f...Full Story »

HAVE you ever wondered what a potential World Cup winner takes with her to the other side of the globe? Well, England hopeful Katie Zelem has let the cat out of the bag. Here, the Manchester United midfielder talks SunSport through her World Cup preparations Down Under — from false eyelash appointments to board games. SO Katie, it is your first World Cup and major tournament, how did ...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI may be forgiven for thinking he could get away with some shopping in the United States, but when you are football's most popular star, even shopping is far from routine. And that is exactly what Messi realised after he was recognised by fans as he hit the shop in Miami. Messi, 36, was pictured grocery shopping with wife Antonela Roccuzzo and his three sons, Thiago, Mateo and Cir...Full Story »

MARCUS Rashford was spotted being a bit of a devil as he gave a young fan a moment to remember by signing a shirt - after leaving his £700,000 Rolls Royce on double yellow lines. The United striker delighted the youngster by giving him his autograph as he visited an upmarket jewellers in Wilmslow, Cheshire, for a private shopping trip on Saturday. Rashford, 25, wore a green tracksuit an...Full Story »

It was squeaky bum time for model influencer and Croatia super-fan Ivana Knoll as her risqué Instagram post almost saw her banned from the platform where she boasts 3.3m followers Ivana Knoll has been 'shadowbanned' on Instagram (Image: @knolldoll/Instagram) The World Cup’s sexiest fan has fumed she is “too hot” for Instagram after having her latest post banned. Ivana K...Full Story »

Neymar was among the players who reported for pre-season training at Paris Saint-Germain following his recovery from a four-month injury layoff. WHAT HAPPENED? The Brazilian underwent reconstructive surgery on his ankle after an injury cut his season short almost five months ago. The attacker's recovery seems to be going well as he featured in a video on the club's social channels of their st...Full Story »

Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez went parasailing and rode a jet ski while away on their summer holidays. WHAT HAPPENED? Ronaldo's girlfriend Rodriguez posted six photos on her personal Instagram on Sunday of their downtime together at a beach. The pair were seen enjoying themselves in the sea on a jet ski and parasailing, while also relaxing on a luxury...Full Story »