Saudi sporting playground state plan a plot to cover up human rights abuses

Ian Herbert|Published

Saudi Arabia?s plan to create a playground state, where international sport is staged and Western laws and rights apply, is grim beyond belief.

Captain fluffs spot-kick as England bows out of Women's World Cup

Ian Herbert|Published

England captain Steph Houghton stepped up to take a penalty kick seven minutes from time. . . and missed

2 000 Italian police out to stop Ultras attacking Liverpool fans

Ian Herbert|Published

One of the largest Italian football police operations will attempt to prevent extremist Ultras attacking more Liverpool fans.

Zlatan enjoying UK appreciation more than he says

Ian Herbert|Published

The Swede said everything – and yet, nothing. Could he score 40 goals this season? “I will let you know when I am finished. ” Will he sign a one-year contract extension. ...