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Grant Hanley, aged 34, looks back on a career of setbacks and comebacks since his Scotland debut in 2011 and explains how persistence and experience are helping a younger squad prepare for the World Cup.

After 52 years, Football Focus concludes. Alex Scott leads guests in a preview of the Premier League final day and a farewell to the world’s longest-running football magazine show.

Seamus Coleman expresses the discomfort felt by Ireland players as pressure builds around planned fixtures with Israel, prompting debate over sport, sanctions and solidarity

Leinster have named a team for the URC quarter-final at the Aviva with James Lowe poised to make his 100th appearance and Ciarán Frawley dropped, creating a clear betting angle in favour of the Lions

A compact breakdown of team news, referee appointments and betting angles for the Glasgow Warriors v Connacht URC quarter-final at Scotstoun, published 26/05/2026 14:49.

Jannik Sinner is due to play Juan Manuel Cerundolo in a daytime slot on Court Philippe-Chatrier, confronting high temperatures and a tournament-wide heat story that is already affecting schedules, equipment choices and match dynamics.

Discover a practical sport and healthcare Level 2 course that combines anatomy, fitness testing and the UK Sports Leaders Level 2 award to prepare students for Level 3 study or entry into the sports industry.

Crystal Palace claimed the Conference League with Jean-Philippe Mateta’s decisive goal as Oliver Glasner ended his spell at Selhurst Park on a high note; meanwhile FIFA is probed over World Cup ticketing, Anthony Gordon is set for Barcelona and Michael…

Oliver Glasner departs after guiding Crystal Palace to a 1-0 Conference League final win in Leipzig, a victory that produced emotional farewells, a Mateta winner and mixed scenes with Adam Wharton back celebrating after last year’s hospital scare.

Glasgow Warriors host Connacht at Scotstoun in a BKT URC quarter-final with top seed advantage, detailed match officials, recent form, and the potential route to the final.

Hearts are reorganising their goalkeeping staff with Paul Gallacher leaving and Gordon Marshall in advanced talks to take over, while player movement continues ahead of European fixtures

Preview of the URC quarter-final with team updates, match officials and a concise prediction

Oliver Glasner asks Crystal Palace to convert a final into a legacy by earning Europa League football rather than simply marking his exit with a single trophy

A concise look at the Glasgow Warriors v Connacht URC quarter-final: form lines, officials and the challenges of an away knockout trip

Alistair Johnston describes the frustration of watching Wilfried Nancy’s 33-day stint at Celtic from the sidelines and argues that timing, language and a lack of pre-season were major factors

A data-led system using a 300,000-player database suggests a different England squad to Thomas Tuchel’s 26, highlighting key defensive and attacking swaps

Preview of the Glasgow Warriors v Connacht URC quarter-final at Scotstoun on FRIDAY, MAY 29, focusing on form, injuries and key matchups

A break-in in Amsterdam cost Saud Abdulhamid his passport and delayed his arrival to the Saudi training camp, forcing SAFF and embassy action

A personal account of the Dispatch Trophy at the Braids, celebrating a historic trophy, community spirit and the next generation of golfers

Che Adams came off the bench to net a late goal for Torino in a derby that was postponed after violent clashes between ultras left a Juventus supporter critically injured

A dramatic finale to the season saw Tottenham secure top-flight survival, West Ham condemned to the Championship, Sunderland punch a Europa League ticket and Mohamed Salah leave Liverpool amid tears

Derry’s second yellow changed the game as Antrim pulled away and Kerry stole victory from Down with a dramatic late free

A visual and tactical look at how Hibs supporters lived through a season of memorable triumphs and frustrating exits

A full-day preview of Saturday 23rd May’s live sports offerings, highlighting the biggest matches and where to watch them

West Ham face Leeds at the London Stadium on Sunday, May 24, 2026. A victory alone may not be enough; Spurs’ result and goal difference loom large.