Bristol City achieved a thrilling 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough thanks to substitute George Earthy's impactful two-goal performance. This dramatic comeback, characterized by strategic halftime adjustments, highlighted the team's competitive spirit and fan support. Earthy celebrated his first professional goals and set his sights on building his goal-scoring record against Millwall.
Portugal and England played to a 1-1 draw in their Women's Nations League 2025 opener. Alessia Russo struck early for England, but Portugal's Kika Nazareth equalized in the second half. The match aired on ITV, with VPN options for global fans. Despite injuries, England aimed to prep for Euro 2025, while Portugal extended their unbeaten streak.
Gunner Jaysley Beck's tragic death highlights systemic failures within the Army regarding sexual harassment management. The Army admitted mishandling both harassment and assault complaints, prompting a call for reform. Her family blames the institution for her loss, while the military pledges changes to prevent future incidents.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed Luis Rubiales' appeal, upholding a three-year ban imposed by FIFA following his non-consensual kiss on Jenni Hermoso. This incident during the 2023 Women's World Cup celebrations has fueled protests and debates over sexism in Spanish football. Rubiales plans to challenge the decision in Spanish courts while Hermoso copes with backlash.
Bristol City, fueled by substitute George Earthy's late double, triumphed 2-1 over Middlesbrough in a thrilling Championship match. Earthy's goals reversed Middlesbrough's initial lead from Tommy Conway. As City climbed into play-off spots, manager Liam Manning applauded the young loanee’s breakthrough, while Boro's Michael Carrick lamented the team's extended winless run.
Tesco Ireland urgently recalls 18 cheese varieties due to Listeria monocytogenes risk. Affected products range from Old Irish Creamery Cheese to Horgans Irish Smoked Cheddar, with best-before dates extending into mid-2025. Consumers should return these items for a full refund. Vulnerable populations are at higher risk from listeria exposure, though no illnesses reported yet.
In a contentious match in Riyadh, WBC middleweight champ Carlos Adames kept his title through a split-draw against Hamzah Sheeraz. The judges' scores, heavily criticized, reflected differing views on the fighters' performances. While Adames took control with powerful body shots, Sheeraz’s less aggressive approach and claimed injury left many questioning his readiness for future elite bouts.
Bybit CEO Ben Zhou assured clients of the safety of their funds after a $1.5 billion hack on the exchange's Ethereum wallet. Despite the scale of the breach, Zhou guaranteed solvency using a bridge loan. Other assets like Bitcoin remained unaffected, with ongoing recovery efforts involving Bitget and authorities.
Joseph Parker scored a swift knockout against Martin Bakole in Saudi Arabia after Daniel Dubois withdrew, marking his sixth consecutive win. Unprepared Bakole had stepped in on short notice, while Parker efficiently ended the bout early. Parker's triumph led him to call for a title shot against Oleksandr Usyk, although he remains open to a bout with Anthony Joshua.
Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory against Las Palmas, thanks to substitute goals by Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres. Despite dominating possession, Barcelona needed substitutions to overcome a resilient Las Palmas defense. The win keeps them ahead in La Liga with 54 points, while Las Palmas remain near the bottom.
