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Former Manchester United star moved to tears by video of Punch the monkey, who became social media star for turning to orangutan toy for comfort after being abandoned by his mother

Man United cult hero Javier Hernandez was moved after watch the viral Punch monkey video

By DAVID KENT Published: 07:16 EST, 24 February 2026 | Updated: 19:23…

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February 25, 2026

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Snoop Dogg gets the party going at Swansea as co-owner and celebrity rapper watches his side live for the first time – with Preston boss suggesting the tunnel ‘smelt of weed’!

Snoop Dogg brought a party atmosphere to Swansea as the club went mad for the rap icon

By BEN WILLCOCKS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 19:26 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 25, 2026

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Newcastle 3-2 Qarabag (9-3 agg): Magpies soar into Champions League last-16 for first time ever after joyride against mannequins of Azerbaijan

Sandro Tonali scored the first goal for Newcastle in their 3-2 win over Qarabag

They call this the punishment round, yet for Newcastle it has been…

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February 25, 2026

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Team USA’s epic men’s hockey win over Canada smashes TV records… as stunning figures are released

A peak audience of 26million viewers tuned in to watch the United States' men's hockey team beat Canada for the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan on Sunday

By JAKE FENNER, US SPORTS WRITER Published: 18:31 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 25, 2026

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Kylian Mbappe sparks major injury fears with Real Madrid star set to miss Benfica tie having ‘played on one leg for six weeks’

Kylian Mbappe was seen clutching his knee during Real Madrid's training session on Tuesday

By CIARAN FOREMAN, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 16:56 EST, 24 February 2026 |…

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February 24, 2026

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Joe Hart lands shock new role at his former side for one game only – two years after ruling out possibility of going into coaching as ‘it’s not ingrained’ in him

Joe Hart was present for Shrewsbury Town as a goalkeeping coach for one night only

By WILL GRIFFEE Published: 15:43 EST, 24 February 2026 | Updated: 16:41…

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February 24, 2026

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Pep Guardiola snubs the north London derby as he takes his mind off Arsenal and the Premier League title race with visit to former club

Pep Guardiola opted to watch former side Brescia in Serie C rather than the north London derby

By LEWIS BROWNING, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 14:22 EST, 24 February 2026 |…

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February 24, 2026

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Jack Grealish jumps to defence of Raheem Sterling after ‘stupid’ Instagram account says Feyenoord new boy looked like ‘Bambi on ice’ during his first match in nine months

Raheem Sterling (right) made his debut for Feyenoord on Sunday and received some criticism

Jack Grealish has leapt to the defence of former Man City and…

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February 24, 2026

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Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, strips down to show off his ripped physique to promote his ‘high performance’ brand

Cristiano Ronaldo has showed off his ripped physique to his 671 million Instagram followers

By CIARAN FOREMAN, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 13:08 EST, 24 February 2026 |…

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February 24, 2026

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Gianluca Prestianni to claim Vinicius Jr called him a DWARF in defence against racism allegations – after Benfica star was slapped with ban ahead of Champions League second leg

Gianluca Prestianni (right) is reportedly claiming Vinicius Jr called him a dwarf or midget

By BEN WILLCOCKS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 12:26 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 24, 2026

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Case against well-known Premier League club executive accused of sexually abusing teenager is dropped

A Premier League figure has had the civil case against him alleging sexual abuse dropped

By WILL GRIFFEE Published: 11:42 EST, 24 February 2026 | Updated: 11:42…

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February 24, 2026

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John McGinn hands Unai Emery much-needed injury boost as Aston Villa captain’s target return date revealed

Aston Villa skipper John McGinn is targeting a comeback next month with the team struggling to find their best form since he was sidelined due to a knee injury

By TOM COLLOMOSSE, FOOTBALL REPORTER Published: 08:10 EST, 24 February 2026 |…

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February 24, 2026

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PSG defender Achraf Hakimi to face trial on rape charges – and could face up to 15 years in jail

PSG defender Achraf Hakimi has been ordered to stand trial in an alleged rape case against him

By LUKE AUGUSTUS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 09:27 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 24, 2026

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Thomas Frank’s assistant John Heitinga walked OUT on Tottenham despite the club pleading with him to stay – after 32-day stint in north London

John Heitinga left Tottenham of his own volition rather than being sacked, his agent has shared

By TAMARA PRENN, SENIOR SPORTS REPORTER Published: 09:28 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 24, 2026

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Celtic lead chase for League One duo banging in the goals under ex-Man United star – and believe they could land a bargain

Lorent Tolaj has scored 14 in League One

By SIMON JONES Published: 08:20 EST, 24 February 2026 | Updated: 08:20…

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February 24, 2026

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I’ve got the proof that Rio Ngumoha is the creative spark Liverpool desperately need – now Arne Slot must get him into the starting line-up, writes LEWIS STEELE

It is sometimes easy to forget Rio Ngumoha is still six months…

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February 24, 2026

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Championship teenager signs for Barcelona after impressing in England’s youth ranks

England and Norwich youngster Ajay Tavares is poised to complete his move to Barcelona

By SIMON JONES Published: 13:04 EST, 23 February 2026 | Updated: 13:55…

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February 24, 2026

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Burberry’s London Fashion Week show proves a footballers’ hot spot as Leah Williamson joins Curtis Jones, Morgan Rogers and Eberechi Eze

Leah Williamson posted up a storm as the Arsenal and Lionesses captain took in Burberry's show on Monday evening

By TAMARA PRENN, SENIOR SPORTS REPORTER Published: 04:35 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 24, 2026

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Gary Neville tells Man United to ‘pursue another manager right NOW’ and suggests hiring old team-mate Michael Carrick is a ‘risk’ despite his almost-faultless start

Gary Neville believes Michael Carrick (centre) shouldn't be given the full-time Man United job

By LUKE AUGUSTUS, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR Published: 04:16 EST, 24 February 2026…

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February 24, 2026

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Why Senne Lammens can be the bedrock of this Man United team for another decade at least – an epitome of calm during an attritional win at Everton, this was his finest moment yet, writes CHRIS WHEELER

Senne Lammens produced a man-of-the-match display in Man United's 1-0 win at Everton

It was a good night for Manchester United and the men whose…

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February 24, 2026

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Lose and it’s all over… defeat for Celtic or Rangers in Old Firm derby could spell end of title dreams, says Kris Boyd

Celtic boss Martin O'Neill can't afford his team to have any more slips after the defeat by Hibs

If we hadn’t already arrived at the business end of this season…

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February 24, 2026

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Former Manchester United star moved to tears by video of Punch the monkey, who became social media star for turning to orangutan toy for comfort after being abandoned by his mother

Snoop Dogg gets the party going at Swansea as co-owner and celebrity rapper watches his side live for the first time – with Preston boss suggesting the tunnel ‘smelt of weed’!

Newcastle 3-2 Qarabag (9-3 agg): Magpies soar into Champions League last-16 for first time ever after joyride against mannequins of Azerbaijan

Team USA’s epic men’s hockey win over Canada smashes TV records… as stunning figures are released

Kylian Mbappe sparks major injury fears with Real Madrid star set to miss Benfica tie having ‘played on one leg for six weeks’

Joe Hart lands shock new role at his former side for one game only – two years after ruling out possibility of going into coaching as ‘it’s not ingrained’ in him

Pep Guardiola snubs the north London derby as he takes his mind off Arsenal and the Premier League title race with visit to former club

Jack Grealish jumps to defence of Raheem Sterling after ‘stupid’ Instagram account says Feyenoord new boy looked like ‘Bambi on ice’ during his first match in nine months

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, strips down to show off his ripped physique to promote his ‘high performance’ brand

Gianluca Prestianni to claim Vinicius Jr called him a DWARF in defence against racism allegations – after Benfica star was slapped with ban ahead of Champions League second leg

Case against well-known Premier League club executive accused of sexually abusing teenager is dropped

John McGinn hands Unai Emery much-needed injury boost as Aston Villa captain’s target return date revealed

PSG defender Achraf Hakimi to face trial on rape charges – and could face up to 15 years in jail

Thomas Frank’s assistant John Heitinga walked OUT on Tottenham despite the club pleading with him to stay – after 32-day stint in north London

Celtic lead chase for League One duo banging in the goals under ex-Man United star – and believe they could land a bargain

I’ve got the proof that Rio Ngumoha is the creative spark Liverpool desperately need – now Arne Slot must get him into the starting line-up, writes LEWIS STEELE

Championship teenager signs for Barcelona after impressing in England’s youth ranks

Burberry’s London Fashion Week show proves a footballers’ hot spot as Leah Williamson joins Curtis Jones, Morgan Rogers and Eberechi Eze

Gary Neville tells Man United to ‘pursue another manager right NOW’ and suggests hiring old team-mate Michael Carrick is a ‘risk’ despite his almost-faultless start

Why Senne Lammens can be the bedrock of this Man United team for another decade at least – an epitome of calm during an attritional win at Everton, this was his finest moment yet, writes CHRIS WHEELER

Lose and it’s all over… defeat for Celtic or Rangers in Old Firm derby could spell end of title dreams, says Kris Boyd

Ryan Poles Calls Out NFL Amid Bears’ Compensatory Pick Dispute

Shia LaBeouf sharpens up his look just days after bar brawl arrest following split from Mia Goth

Paramount pushes ahead in Warner Bros. takeover fight with increased bid of $31 per share

Former Manchester United star moved to tears by video of Punch the monkey, who became social media star for turning to orangutan toy for comfort after being abandoned by his mother