The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/table/news/sport/ Sat, 11 Oct 2025 04:56:26 +0100 The Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next Generation en-gb Netherlands' record scorer Depay now ready to shine https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/netherlands-record-scorer-depay-now-ready-to-shine https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/netherlands-record-scorer-depay-now-ready-to-shine

There was a moment of showboating followed by several of chaos, as Memphis Depay stood with both feet on the ball as Corinthians ticked towards glory in the Paulista A1 final against Palmeiras, which sparked a mass brawl that eventually led to a player from each side sent off.

]]> Sport Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:22:59 +0100 Spanish football legend Thiago Alcântara becomes newest Laureus Ambassador https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/spanish-football-legend-thiago-alcantara-becomes-newest-laureus-ambassador https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/spanish-football-legend-thiago-alcantara-becomes-newest-laureus-ambassador

Thiago Alcântara, one of the most decorated Spanish footballers of his generation, has today been announced as a Laureus Ambassador.

]]> Sport Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:04:02 +0100 MCC explains controversial Pakistan run-out call https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mcc-explains-controversial-pakistan-run-out-call https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/mcc-explains-controversial-pakistan-run-out-call

Cricket's lawmakers have explained why the umpires eventually made the correct decision in deeming Muneeba Ali to have been run out in Pakistan's defeat by India at the Women's World Cup.

]]> Sport Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:39:56 +0100 Former England captain Moody reveals MND diagnosis https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/former-england-captain-moody-reveals-mnd-diagnosis https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/former-england-captain-moody-reveals-mnd-diagnosis

Former England captain Lewis Moody has revealed he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease and admitted he cannot yet face the full implications of the muscle-wasting condition that killed fellow rugby players Doddie Weir and Rob Burrow.

]]> Sport Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:15:57 +0100 Get Ready! Glasgow 2026 ticket pre-sale dates announced https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/get-ready-glasgow-2026-ticket-pre-sale-dates-announced https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/get-ready-glasgow-2026-ticket-pre-sale-dates-announced

Glasgow 2026 promises to be one of the most unforgettable Games ever.

]]> Sport Sun, 05 Oct 2025 21:16:55 +0100 Pembroke defends title as seven medals won on day 8 at the World Para Athletics Championships https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/pembroke-defends-title-as-seven-medals-won-on-day-8-at-the-world-para-athletics-championships https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/pembroke-defends-title-as-seven-medals-won-on-day-8-at-the-world-para-athletics-championships

Dan Pembroke defended his world title on a Super Saturday at the World Para Athletics Championships that saw the Novuna GB&NI team win seven medals in New Delhi.

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