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Join us five times a week for a look at the stories making the headlines from the world of sport. Subscribe for insight from the UK's top sports journalists as they tackle the biggest sports news lines of the day.

Join us five times a week for a look at the stories making the headlines from the world of sport. Subscribe for insight from the UK's top sports journalists as they tackle the biggest sports news lines of the day.

 

#327

Does Maguire have a future at Man Utd? | Make or break for Rashford this season? | Paris Olympics ki...

Jasper Taylor is joined by ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Sun’s Charlie Wyatt to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages including the futures of Manchester United duo Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford. Plus, as the Paris Olympics gets underway, they discuss the opening ceremony and the disruptions leading up to it.  ... Read more

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#326

Murray's singles career over after Olympics withdrawal | Should Fernandes be stripped of United capt...

David Garrido is joined by Jonthan Liew of The Guardian and Riath Al-Samarrai from the Daily Mail to discuss the condemnation of Charlotte Dujardin from her fellow teammates, Andy Murray's withdrawal from the singles event at the Olympics, bringing down the curtain on his singles career and whether Bruno Fernandes should be stripped of the Manchester United captaincy. ... Read more

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#325

Murray to focus on men’s doubles only | Morocco vs Argentina Madness | Could Ben White return to int...

Martin Hardy from The Times and Andy Dunn of The Mirror look ahead to tomorrow’s back page headlines and start with Andy Murray’s decision to play in the men’s doubles only at the Olympics. Then the controversies of Morocco’s 2-1 win over Argentina and Charlotte Dujardin's withdrawal from the Olympic Games after being caught whipping a horse are analysed. Moving to football, could Ben White return to international duty when Gareth Southgate’s successor has taken up their role for England? Enzo Maresca believing there will be no issues when Enzo Fernandez returns to the Chelsea squad is also discussed. Finally, Andy Dunn questions whether Andrew Flintoff’ is qualified to be England's potential next white-ball cricket coach. ... Read more

24 Jul 2024

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24 Jul 2024


#324

Dujardin out of Olympics after video emerges | Is Murray Britian's best-ever sportsperson? | Sancho ...

Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirror’s John Cross and The Times’ Charlotte Duncker to discuss the stories that dominate the back pages including news that three-time Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin has withdrawn from this year's games over a video allegedly showing her hitting a horse's leg several times. Plus, as Andy Murray announced that this would be his last tennis tournament, they discuss whether the two-time Wimbledon and Olympic champion is Britain's best-ever sportsperson. Finally, as PSG identifies Manchester United's Jadon Sancho as a potential target, could a move to the French giants be the fresh start the winger needs? ... Read more

23 Jul 2024

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23 Jul 2024


#323

Howe gets Newcastle assurances | Pep targets Eze | Countdown to Paris Olympics

Julian Warren is joined by The Sun's Football Editor Charlie Wyett and The Telegraph's Chief Sports Reporter Jeremy Wilson to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages that include Newcastle boss Eddie Howe getting assurances from Newcastle's hierarchy amid England links and the departure of Amanda Staveley, Mehrdad Ghodoussi and Dan Ashworth. Pep Guardiola targets Eberechi Eze with Kevin Bruyne's future uncertain. The countdown continues to the start of the Olympics in Paris. ... Read more

22 Jul 2024

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22 Jul 2024


#322

Howe wants reassurances after Newcastle restructure | Ten Hag and Man Utd owners have ‘heated’ talks...

ESPN’s Mark Ogden and The Times’ Martin Hardy discuss the stories dominating Saturday’s back pages that include, the news that Eddie Howe has distanced himself from the vacant England manager’s position but does however, want reassurance from Newcastle after the hierarchy restructure that happened over the summer. They also react to the reports that Erik ten Hag had ‘heated’ conversations with the Manchester United board over the transfer policy at the club and the uncertainty that surrounded him last season. Everton also suffered another takeover collapse after the Friedkin Group withdrew their interest, which Ogden and Hardy believe is worrying for the clubs' fanbase. ... Read more

19 Jul 2024

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19 Jul 2024


#321

Horror show for McIlroy | England remain dominant against the West Indies | Klopp or Guardiola for E...

Charlie Wyatt and Jonathan Liew discuss all the latest back page headlines including McIlroy's shocking round in The Open, that saw him drop 13 points behind the leader. They also discuss the latest in the second test of the cricket between England and the West Indies, as well as Sven-Göran Eriksson's opinion that the next England manager could be foreign, and if so they should look at candidates such as Jurgen Klopp or Pep Guardiola. ... Read more

18 Jul 2024

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18 Jul 2024


#320

Can McIlroy bounce back at The Open? | United closing in on Yoro | Should FA stick with British for ...

On Back Pages tonight, The Mirror's John Cross and Dave Kidd from The Sun discuss whether the FA will stick with British in their search for the next England manager, Manchester United closing in on Lille defender Leny Yoro and Rory McIlroy's chances of bouncing back and claiming The Open title. ... Read more

17 Jul 2024

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17 Jul 2024


#319

Who will be the next England manager? | Did Southgate have the hardest job in football? | Could Howe...

On this editon of Back Pages, Teddy Draper is joined by The Times' Martyn Ziegler and The Telegraph's Sam Dean to break down who exactly might replace Gareth Southgate as England manager.The pair also discuss the many difficulties of becoming England boss and debate if Newcastle's Eddie Howe could be tempted to replace Southgate. ... Read more

16 Jul 2024

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16 Jul 2024


#318

Could Klopp replace Southgate as England boss? | Arsenal reject bids for Smith Rowe | Is Ederson mov...

The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Times' Charlotte Duncker discuss whether Jurgen Klopp would be a viable option to replace Gareth Southgate following England's Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. They also discuss Arsenal rejecting bids from Fulham and Crystal Palace for Emile Smith Rowe before talking about whether Manchester City's goalkeeper Ederson could be moving to the Saudi Pro League. ... Read more

15 Jul 2024

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15 Jul 2024


#317

Heartbreak for England in EURO 2024 final | Should Kane have been rested more throughout the tournam...

The Times’ Martin Hardy and the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai discuss England’s defeat to Spain in the EURO 2024 final. They also discuss whether or not Gareth Southgate had a solid plan heading into the tournament and how will he bounce back from another final loss. Furthermore, they assess whether or not Harry Kane should have been rested more throughout the tournament as question marks occurred surrounding his fitness. ... Read more

15 Jul 2024

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15 Jul 2024


#316

How will Southgate approach Spain final? | Is this his last tournament as England manager? | Sancho ...

Henry Winter and Andy Dunn talk through England and Gareth Southgate's preparations ahead of their Euros final match against Spain, how much the England manager wants to bring the trophy home, as well as if they think this is his last tournament in charge. They also talk about Spain's star player Rodri, and the threat he poses to England, as well as whether or not Southgate will continue to make brave decisions with his squad selection. They also touch on Jadon Sancho's return to Manchester United training, with reports he has made up with his manager Erik Ten Hag. ... Read more

12 Jul 2024

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12 Jul 2024


#315

Will Southgate stay on as England manager? | Klopps response to surprise approach from USA national ...

Dharmesh Sheth is joined by The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney to discuss whether Gareth Southgate will stay on as England manager, what England will have to do to win Euro 2024 and Jurgen Klopp's response to a surprise approach by the USA national team.  ... Read more

11 Jul 2024

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11 Jul 2024


#314

Late Watkins stunner fires Three Lions into Euro final | Can underdogs England defeat Spain?

On the Back Pages Tonight, David Ornstein from The Athletic and the Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai discuss England's dramatic last second victory over Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final and if 'underdogs' England can defeat favourites Spain in the Euro 2024 final? ... Read more

10 Jul 2024

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10 Jul 2024


#313

Lamine Yamal shines as Spain make Euro 2024 final | Now or never for England to impress | Still conc...

The Telegraph’s Sam Dean and The Mirror’s John Cross discuss Spain being the first team to book a spot in the EURO 2024 final following a 2-1 victory over France. They also discuss the incredible performance from 16-year-old Lamine Yamal and the potential of the young Barcelona star. Furthermore, they look at whether or not England have what it takes to see of the Netherlands in their semi-final clash and if Harry Kane should be dropped from the starting XI.  ... Read more

09 Jul 2024

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09 Jul 2024


#312

Should Kane be dropped for Netherlands clash? | Will Southgate remain beyond Euros? | Anderson: I'm ...

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Telegraph's Jason Burt debate whether Harry Kane should be dropped for England's Euro 2024 semi-final against Netherlands. They also discuss whether Gareth Southgate will remain manager beyond the tournament before talking about James Anderson's upcoming final Test match for England against West Indies. ... Read more

08 Jul 2024

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08 Jul 2024


#311

England beat Switzerland to reach Euro semis | Murray's Wimbledon career over after Raducanu withdra...

The Times’ Martin Hardy and The Sun’s Jack Rosser discuss England’s penalty win over Switzerland, Gareth Southgate’s tactics for the match and the five perfect spot-kicks. Plus, the news that Andy Murray has played his final match at Wimbledon after Emma Raducanu pulled out of the mixed doubles ... Read more

06 Jul 2024

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06 Jul 2024


#310

England set for Switzerland Euros clash | Spain break German hearts | Raducanu through to fourth rou...

The Mirror's Andy Dunn and The Sun's Dave Kidd preview England's crucial quarter-final clash with Switzerland at Euro 2024. They also discuss Spain's dramatic 2-1 win over hosts Germany in extra-time before talking about Emma Raducanu's impressive straight sets win over Maria Sakkari, which saw her reach the fourth round at Wimbledon. ... Read more

05 Jul 2024

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#309

England fueled by Euros criticism | Ten Hag extends Man Utd contract | Murray's emotional farewell t...

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Telegraph’s Jason Burt to review the stories that dominate the back pages. They discuss John Stones’ comments that England are using criticism of their Euro 2024 campaign as motivation heading into their quarter-final tie with Switzerland, what Erik ten Hag’s contract extension at Manchester United means for the club and look back at the Wimbledon career of Andy Murray, as he made an emotional final appearance at the All England Club. ... Read more

04 Jul 2024

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#308

England to play back three vs Switzerland? | Are Manchester United open to Rashford offers | Cavendi...

Tonight, The Independent's Miguel Delaney and David Ornstein of The Athletic look to tomorrow’s back page headlines. We start with the Euros and whether England will revert to a back three against Switzerland. Are Manchester United looking to offload Marcus Rashford this summer? Also discussed is Mark Cavendish's record-breaking 35th stage victory at the Tour de France and finally can Emma Raducanu go all the way after and impressive first round victory over Elise Mertens at Wimbledon. ... Read more

03 Jul 2024

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03 Jul 2024


#307

Euros quarters all set | Can Brighton’s Hurzeler demand respect? Murray pulls out of Wimbledon singl...

Tonight, ESPN’s Mark Ogden and John Cross of The Mirror look to tomorrow’s back page headlines. We start with the Euros as the quarter-finals are all set and Switzerland’s coach Murat Yakin feels confident ahead of their match against England. What changes can we expect, if any, from Gareth Southgate? Netherlands put on their best performance of the tournament so far and Turkey completed a major turnaround from their 6-1 defeat to Austria just four months ago, after their 2-1 win.To the Premier League and can Brighton’s new head coach Fabian Hurzeler demand respect at just 31 years old? Chelsea complete the £30m signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester which John Cross thinks is a gamble.Moving to Wimbledon and Andy Murray announced that he will only be competing in the men’s doubles with his brother Jamie. Will he get the send off he deserves?  ... Read more

02 Jul 2024

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#306

Bellingham faces UEFA investigation | How will England line-up against Switzerland? | Is Ronaldo bei...

Martyn Ziegler and Henry Winter discuss the latest headlines, including the investigation into Jude Bellingham's conduct after his goal against Slovakia. They also chat about what changes they think Gareth Southgate might make for England's match against Switzerland, as well as reaction to France's win against Belgium. Cristiano Ronaldo also hits the headlines following his penalty miss against Slovenia, but how he may still impact the tournament following Portugal's win in the penalty shoot-out. ... Read more

01 Jul 2024

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01 Jul 2024


#305

Bellingham shines again in England’s shaky victory over Slovakia | Will injury concerns impact Murra...

David Garrido is joined by the Daily Mail’s Riath Al-Samarrai and The Times’ Martin Hardy to discuss England’s risky triumph over Slovakia in extra-time and whether or not they have what it takes to face Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Also, they dissect what we have seen so far from Jude Bellingham in the Euro’s and the scrutiny the squad have been under following their performances so far. Finally, they chat about Andy Murray’s injury concerns heading into Wimbledon. ... Read more

30 Jun 2024

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30 Jun 2024


#304

Will Trippier be in England side to face Slovakia? | Gordan 'breath of fresh air' to Euros squad

Teddy Draper is joined by The Telegraph's chief football correspondent Jason Burt and The Suns Jack Rosser to talk about the biggest stories on the back pages.They discuss if Kieran Trippier will be in the England squad to face Slovakia in the sides last-16 tie, and who will replace Trippier if he doesn't manage to prove his fitness before Sunday's game. Later in the episode they discuss how Anthony Gordan is a 'breath of fresh air' to the England squad, his Euro camp bike accident and his vow to mark his first Euros goal with cycling celebration.The trio also react to Wayne Rooney's piece in The Times, and consider if too much pressure is put on Jude Bellingham. ... Read more

28 Jun 2024

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28 Jun 2024


#303

Foden rejoins England squad in time for Slovakia | India end England's T20 WC hopes

David Garrido is joined by The Guardian's Sports Writer Jonathan Liew and the Independent's Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney to discuss the biggest stories on the back pages as Phil Foden returns to the England camp in time to face Slovakia following the birth of his third child. Woeful England crash out of T20 World Cup to rampant India. ... Read more

27 Jun 2024

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27 Jun 2024


#302

Does Foden's absence upset Southgate's Slovakia plans? | Is it Berlin or Bust for Southgate? | Three...

On this edition of Back Pages, David Garrido is joined by football writer and broadcaster Henry Winter and The Mirror's John Cross to discuss whether Phil Foden absence from the England camp will effect Gareth Southgate's plans for next Euro 2024 opponents Slovakia, if this will be Southgate's final tournament and Emma Raducanu making it three Brit into the quarter-finals of Eastbourne. ... Read more

26 Jun 2024

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26 Jun 2024


#301

England top Group C after Slovenia stalemate | Palmer and Mainoo shine off the bench | Who should be...

On this edition of Back Pages, David Garrido is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and The Daily Mail's Riath Al-Samarrai, to reflect on England's goalless draw against Slovenia. The pair also discuss Cole Palmer and Kobbie Mainoo's impact off the bench, and take a look who should start in Gareth Southgate's side for England's round of 16 clash. ... Read more

25 Jun 2024

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25 Jun 2024