UK inflation rose to 3.1% in the year to August, reaching its highest level in five months after sharp increases in petrol, diesel and airfares pushed prices higher. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that inflation accelerated from 2.9% in July. The increase came as rising fuel costs added pressure
Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca has suggested that Erling Haaland is unlikely to be appointed the club’s next captain, joking that the striker scores too often to follow his preferred leadership system. Maresca has previously required his captain to report to the touchline after goals so he can receive tactical instructions. The manager used
Falklands Banner controversy has placed Argentina under renewed scrutiny after the team’s players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a political message supporting the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands, raising the prospect of disciplinary action from FIFA. Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in Atlanta, scoring twice
England face Messi for the very first time in senior international football tonight, as Thomas Tuchel’s side take on Argentina in a mouthwatering World Cup 2026 semi-final. The historic meeting arrives on the occasion of the Argentine superstar’s 206th senior cap, giving the Three Lions their first-ever taste of facing football’s most decorated individual talent.