The UN Security Council has scheduled a vote on a resolution that would condemn Russia for its “illegal so-called referendums” in four Ukrainian regions, and declare that they “have no validity”. he US and Albanian-sponsored resolution would call on all countries not to recognise any alterations to the status of …

Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves has reportedly turned down advances from both Manchester United and Liverpool this summer in favour of pursuing a move to Barcelona. According to the Daily Mirror, via Sport, the 25-year-old who has established himself as one of the Premier League’s finest midfielders since arriving in 2017 …

Wayne Rooney scored one of the most iconic derby goals against Manchester City in 2011 The Premier League is home to some of the world’s biggest sporting rivalries – but which local derby is the most entertaining? This weekend offers a mouth-watering schedule as Arsenal host north London rivals Tottenham …

Brazil are among the favourites for this year’s World Cup in Qatar When the much-awaited Brazil 2022 World Cup shirt was released in August, student João Vitor Gonçalves de Oliveira rushed to get his hands on the kit. The 20-year-old went to the nearest store, grabbed the famous yellow and …

Helston’s players celebrate scoring against Bishop’s Cleeve in the FA Cup second qualifying round “Our hearts sink each time we hear the FA Cup draw,” says Helston Athletic’s chairman Paul Hendy. An away tie almost inevitably means a long day on the road for the part-time club based in Cornwall. …

Jos Buttler replaced Eoin Morgan as captain of the England white-ball teams Jos Buttler says a proposed reduction in County Championship and T20 Blast matches could raise standards and benefit England. The England white-ball captain said the process was not “simple”, but fewer games would allow players to prepare and …

Manchester United’s midfield has played a big part in the recent resurgence by Erik ten Hag’s side – but it is absolutely crucial he gets that area right at Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Ten Hag has to decide whether he keeps both Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes in there against …

The Irish government’s one-off measures “will insulate most households from rising prices” this winter, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). he think tank added that further welfare bonuses, lump-sum payments and household energy credits would be needed next winter to prevent “real term cuts” to the living …

Wolves and Portugal midfielder Ruben Neves, 25, is seen by Barcelona as a long-term target to replace Spain international Sergio Busquets, 34. (Sport)external-link Real Madrid will attempt to sign Manchester City and Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo, 28, next summer and are also planning a move for City’s 22-year-old Norway striker …

Antonio Conte has played down the importance of his contract length at Tottenham but reiterated how happy he is at the Premier League club. peculation has increased in recent weeks over a possible return to Juventus, who have made a poor start to the new campaign under Massimiliano Allegri. Conte’s …