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Irish referee Joy Neville is making history as the first female to be part of the Television Match Official Joy Neville will make history as the first woman to be part of the panel.

The Ukrainian government doesn't want its athletes competing against Russians. But some think that sends out the wrong message and risks surrendering the platform of international sport to Russian propaganda.

Recent deadly riots in Medellin during a local football game between Atletico Nacional and Independiente have been fueling debate about fan violence. Clubs have called for tougher penalties and cultural change.

Saudi soccer fans say they are overjoyed as rumours swirl that Lionel Messi will join local team Al-Hilal.

11th Hour Racing Team wins leg 4 of the Ocean Race ahead of Team Malizia to claim a first leg win of the event.

French sprinter Halba Diouf, 21, dreams of participating at the 2024 Olympic Games. The athlete defines herself as a transgender Muslim woman and doesn't accept being banned from elite competitions.

Manchester United look poised to smash the club’s transfer record to sign a promising, young striker in the summer window. The Red Devils have been in poor form of late, with injuries taking their toll on what was a promising season thus far. Erik Ten Hag’s men have won one of their last four league games, which has given rivals Liverpool hope in the race to finish in the top four.

De Bruyne strike earns Man City 1-1 draw at Real Madrid

Lionel Messi has not "signed or agreed" a deal to play in Saudi Arabia next season, the Argentine's father said after reports on Tuesday linked the Paris St Germain forward with a move to the Middle East.

Texas man Eric Lira has pleaded guilty to supplying performance-enhancing drugs to Olympic athletes. Under The Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act, US authorities can prosecute those they believe conducted criminal acts. This can be anyone involved in "doping schemes for the purpose of influencing international sports competitions.

Cristiano Ronaldo became the world's highest-paid athlete after his move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr nearly doubled his annual playing salary while PSG duo Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe round off the top three, according to Forbes.

We look at how the media in Commonwealth countries are reporting on King Charles's upcoming coronation. In other news: France's army are undergoing their largest military exercises in 30 years. Also, Robert Mugabe's daughter's divorce is making the headlines for her supposed wealth.