Thomas Tuchel’s first task is to solve England’s main problem: Harry Kane | Harry Kane

So far there has been something astringent and quietly refreshing about the pared-back stylings of Thomas Tuchel’s new England. There are natural caveats to this, not least the built-in obsolescence of the entire Tuchel project (cautious tactics; he’s a German m8; not picking that player I like, etc, etc). But, for now, the lead-in to … Read more

Women’s Six Nations 2025: team-by-team guide to the tournament | Women’s Six Nations

England Coach John Mitchell Captain Zoe Aldcroft England may have a new captain but they are expected to have the same result in this tournament with five wins from five to seal a seventh consecutive Women’s Six Nations trophy. This competition will be pertinent for the Red Roses to find their winning combinations and potentially … Read more

IOC presidential elections: Sebastian Coe and rivals target highest office in sport – live | International Olympic Committee

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Hello world! It is a big day in the sporting boardroom and backstage hustling department, with Thomas Bach stepping down as president of the International Olympic Committee after 12 years (and taking on the new role of Honorary President for Life: … Read more

Canada’s Alistair Johnston: ‘Our country is under threat, under attack’ | Canada

The style and system Jesse Marsch has moulded for the Canadian men’s national team is predicated on pressure; hemming in and harrying opponents until they are deprived of options. It is lovingly labelled the ‘maplepress,’ and it turns out its principles also apply to wedding planning. Alistair Johnston, one of the spiritual leaders of Marsch’s … Read more

Chelsea complete £62.5m double deal for Quenda and Essugo from Sporting | Chelsea

Chelsea have completed the double signing of Geovany Quenda and Dário Essugo from Sporting, agreeing a combined fee of around £62.5m for the pair. The Portuguese club announced the deals late on Wednesday night, confirming 17-year-old Quenda would join the Blues for just under £44m and Essugo for £18.5m. Versatile winger Quenda, who had previously … Read more

Australia face T20 world champions New Zealand in unfamiliar role of hunter | Australia women’s cricket team

The road to redemption is one that the Australia women’s cricket team has rarely had to travel down in recent times. The all-conquering side won all three T20 World Cups and the only Cricket World Cup since 2017 before heading into the shortest format’s global showpiece last year. That streak was shattered by South Africa’s … Read more