Amad and Bryan Mbeumo have developed a good understanding at Man Utd and the pair are enjoying the freedom they have under Michael Carrick.
Amad is enjoying the tactical freedom in Manchester United’s attack after Michael Carrick gave the forwards licence to roam and he believes his close relationship with Bryan Mbeumo is paying off on the pitch.
The two often worked in tandem down the right in the first half of the season, with Amad playing at right wing-back and Mbeumo operating as the right-sided No.10 in the Portuguese’s 3-4-2-1 system.
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Carrick has restored a back four at United and Amad is now playing as part of the front three, but the system has often been flexible, with Matheus Cunha rounding off the trio.
Amad usually starts on the right, with Cunha on the left and Mbeumo through the middle, but Carrick has allowed them to rotate positions and Amad is confident it’s working because of the relationships they have on and off the pitch.
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“At the beginning of the season we were playing on the right. I was playing as a wing-back, he was playing at the 10,” said Amad.
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“We had a good relationship even outside the pitch. And now we are playing in different positions, sometimes we play as a striker and a winger.
“But we know each other, we want to have more freedom on the pitch and switch positions when the team needs. He is happy to do his best for the club and the same for me and we want to continue like this.”
Benjamin Sesko has started twice for Carrick, offering a more natural threat as a No.9, but it is the fluidity that the United head coach prefers and Mbeumo is also happy with the partnership he is developing with Amad.
“We had a great relationship at the start of the season and our team is still going,” he said. “Him on the right, sometimes left or striker.
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“I know his movements and then I know as well how he likes to play. So with the trainings and the games as well, we always try to bring this partnership every time.”
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Multi-club ownership organisation Bay Collective has reached an agreement to aquire a majority stake in Sunderland Women.
Already the majority owners of American club Bay FC, the organisation is led by former Football Association director Kay Cossington.
Investment will go into improving infrastructure, the academy and building the staff and player pool at Sunderland with a “goal of growing sustainability”.
Sunderland currently sit eighth in the Women’s Super League 2 with two games remaining in the season.
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They have a history of producing some of England’s most successful footballers, including ex-captain Steph Houghton and European champions Jill Scott, Beth Mead and Lucy Bronze.
“We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Sunderland AFC and to write the next chapter for Sunderland Women, a club with such a proud history and strong identity,” said Cossington.
“We are committed to honoring Sunderland Women’s DNA and legacy, protecting what makes this club and community so special, and supporting the players, staff, and the academy with cutting-edge resources, infrastructure, and training models tailored to the unique needs of women athletes.
“This is a partnership for the long-term, and our ambition is to strengthen Sunderland Women’s connection with fans and partners while creating a platform for sustained success at the highest levels of the women’s game.”
Alex Iwobi has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s newly released 2026 kit, admitting he prefers the previous design despite the latest collection already being used by the team.
The new kit, unveiled by Nike, has generated mixed reactions among fans due to its bold and modern look. The home jersey features a bright light green colour with darker panels, while the away kit comes in white with striking green flame-like patterns.
The Super Eagles have already worn the new designs in recent friendly matches, including a 2-1 win over Iran and a 2-2 draw against Jordan in Turkey.
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Speaking on the Alexander Yaa Digg podcast before the Iran match, the Super Eagles midfielder gave his first impression of the training kit, describing it as eye-catching and unusual.
“The training kit is bright green, looking like highlighters with the pink stripe on the side. That’s the new kit for training,” Iwobi said.
The Fulham star also gave his personal opinion on the new design, suggesting he still prefers the old version.
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“Let me know what you think of the new kit. Me, personally, I think I prefer the old one, but we will see if this one can bring us luck in today’s game,” he added.
Despite the mixed reactions, the new kit represents a fresh look for Nigeria, blending tradition with a modern style as the team prepares for future competitions.
Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; The New York Giants fans react before the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
New York Giants nose tackle Dexter Lawrence requested a trade to start the week, and it didn’t take long for the Minnesota Vikings to be named as a possible landing spot.
Minnesota could chase a true game-wrecker for Brian Flores’ defensive front.
Yahoo Sports‘ staff put together trade destinations for Lawrence, who is seeking a contract extension, as the guaranteed money on his current deal has expired.
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Lawrence Would Change the Shape of the Vikings’ Defense
Would you trade a 1st- or 2nd-Rounder to get Lawrence?
Nov 3, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) reacts during pregame introductions before a matchup with the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium, soaking in the atmosphere as one of the league’s premier interior defenders and a centerpiece of New York’s defensive identity entering the 2024 season. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images.
Vikings on Shortlist for Lawrence per Yahoo
Lawrence asked for a trade on Monday afternoon, and within hours, the world speculated about his next employer.
Yahoo Sports explained the Vikings as a fit: “The Vikings need help on the interior of their defensive line after releasing Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen this offseason, and a gap-shooting space-eater like Lawrence in the middle could really help unspool all the funky disguises and blitzes returning defensive coordinator Brian Flores likes to deploy.”
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“Plus, one knock (however slight) on the Vikings’ recent defenses is there hasn’t been a true star you can set your clock to. Lawrence certainly qualifies. This would be a big swing for de facto general manager Rob Brzezinski, and landing Lawrence could go a long way toward him sealing up the permanent gig for a team with designs on contending in the NFC.”
The Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs, and Tennessee Titans were also mentioned in the publication.
The Lawrence Bio
At 28 years old, Lawrence has amassed an impressive 30.5 sacks, 103 quarterback hits, 40 tackles for loss, and 15 forced fumbles in 109 career games. A three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, he is the type of interior defender offenses must game plan around.
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Widely regarded as the NFL’s best nose tackle and considered by many to be in contention for the title of best defensive tackle overall, Lawrence’s trade request on Monday sent shockwaves throughout the league, as a player of his caliber changing teams could rapidly alter the competitive landscape.
This is Lawrence’s Pro Football Focus scorecard over the last seven seasons:
2019: 76.2
2020: 79.7
2021: 68.6
2022: 91.6
2023: 92.9
2024: 89.9
2025: 75.6
How Much via Trade?
This is the tricky part. Giants fans on social media absolutely insist that Lawrence is worth a 1st-Round pick but also a player or mid-round selection. Yet, he’ll turn 29 this fall, is fending off a bad elbow, and hasn’t logged a full sack in a game since October 2024.
ESPN’s Jordan Raanan tweeted Monday, “Asked around the league and the general consensus appears to be that IF the Giants were willing to trade Dexter Lawrence, the return would be in the range of late first-round pick to second-rounder.”
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For the Vikings, a deal for Lawrence could look something like this if Raanan has it right:
Vikings Receive — Dexter Lawrence Pick No. 37 (Round 1)
It will also be telling to see if a bidding war drives the price for Lawrence up.
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Dec 5, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) celebrates after bringing down Miami Dolphins running back Salvon Ahmed during second-half action at Hard Rock Stadium, showcasing his power and burst at the line of scrimmage in a road matchup during the 2021 campaign. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports.
CBS Sports‘ Carter Bahns noted Monday, “On the heels of a serious injury and the letdown campaign that followed it, however, the Giants would be hard-pressed to ask for much more than half of that trade package. Run defense-needy teams ought to still value Lawrence enough to swap a first-round pick for him, but anything more than that would be gravy for the Giants until he proves to be back in prime form.”
“At that price, why not continue working towards a long-term deal that keeps him around? If the negotiations get uglier in the months to come, though, or if Lawrence’s request sparks the interest of potential buyers, there are a handful of teams who would be unsurprising if they showed interest.”
Allen + Hargrave Out
Why do the Vikings need a defensive tackle like Lawrence? Well, the club released two starting DTs last month, with Jonathan Allen later signing in Cincinnati and Javon Hargrave picking the Green Bay Packers. At the moment, Minnesota has Jalen Redmond, Levi Drake Rodriguez, Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, Taki Taimani, Elijah Williams, and Jaylon Hutchings lined up at the position. Most expect interim general manager Rob Brzezinski to explore a defensive tackle in the draft.
Feb 3, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Josh Sweat (94) and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave (97) participate in NFC practice ahead of the Pro Bowl at Las Vegas Ballpark, working through drills alongside top players from across the conference during the league’s annual all-star showcase. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.
Or — the Vikings could invest in a sure thing with Lawrence.
The only drawback? Age. Minnesota has one of the NFL’s oldest rosters during the 2026 offseason. Trading for Lawrence would not change that.
Following his December retirement, Terence Crawford continues to keep a keen eye on the boxing landscape, and the five-division world champion has named the three fights which he would most like to see during the remainder of 2026.
Crawford hung up the gloves following a legendary win over Canelo Alvarez, where he became a three-division undisputed world champion by adding all four 168lb titles to his collection. Since his retirement, those belts have become fragmented and a comeback appears to be of no interest.
Although, whilst super-middleweight contenders jostle for his old belts, fighters across other divisions are now battling one another in the pound-for-pound rankings following Crawford’s retirement – with ‘Bud’ deemed by many to have been the pound-for-pound number one.
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Speaking with Dani Pirello, Crawford highlighted the three potential bouts which he wishes to see, all of which could have an impact on those pound-for-pound ratings.
“It is tough to say because there are so many big fights to be made. I would love to see Keyshawn Davis versus Devin Haney. I would love to see ‘Bam’ [Jesse Rodriguez] versus [Naoya] Inoue and I would love to see Shakur [Stevenson] versus [Gervonta] ‘Tank’ Davis.”
Whilst Davis had been in hot pursuit of WBO welterweight champion Devin Haney, the latter appears to have his mind set on unifications with his fellow titleholders at 147lbs.
Gervonta Davis is yet to return from legal trouble, and it is unclear when he will next step through the ropes, with a rumoured summer return against Isaac Cruz not yet materialising. Shakur Stevenson will keep busy regardless, now in possession of the WBO belt at 140lbs.
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Naoya Inoue has a historic showdown against Junto Nakatani coming up next month. Whether or Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez decides to move up for the challenge in the aftermath remains to be seen.
Gujarat Titans batter Sai Sudarshan on Tuesday confirmed that team’s captain and his opening partner Shubman Gill will play the IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.“Shubman is coming along well. He’ll be playing tomorrow,” Sai Sudharsan confirmed Shubman Gill’s participation in tomorrow’s (Wednesday) match against Delhi Capitals, after the GT skipper missed the last game with a muscle spasm.Gill did not feature in the previous match and was seen with bandages around his shoulder and neck. The GT captain has been dealing with neck spasms since the 2025-26 home Test season. Sudharsan said Gill has recovered and is fit to return. He will perhaps replace Kumar Kushagra at the top of the order. GT could also consider bringing in Jason Holder to add to the middle order.Delhi Capitals will look for runs from their top order led by KL Rahul as they aim to continue their run of results against Gujarat Titans.Delhi Capitals have done well with the ball in their first two matches, while 22-year-old Sameer Rizvi has scored most of their runs so far.In comparison, Gujarat Titans have faced issues in both batting and bowling. The team has relied on its top order, and the middle order has not made use of starts. GT could not chase 205 against Rajasthan Royals despite a good start from Sudharsan.The middle order of Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia will need to do more.In bowling, Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada have conceded runs, while Prasidh Krishna has not been consistent.On the other hand, Rashid Khan has started well, and 23-year-old pacer Ashok Sharma has also made an impact.The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium usually supports batting, but in the afternoon match last week, Mumbai Indians scored 162. It remains to be seen how the pitch behaves in an evening match.
Paul Seixas dominated the opening time trial of the Tour of the Basque Country. He has become the third-youngest rider in history to win a World Tour race. In football, Real Madrid face Bayern in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals, whilst Arsenal travel to face Sporting. In tennis, Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech have won their first-round matches at the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000.
Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Islamabad United had a scare during a net session at the Hanif Mohammad High-Performance Centre on Tuesday after Mir Hamza Sajjad was hit on the head by a ball and briefly lost consciousness.The incident happened when Mark Chapman, who is part of the squad, played a shot that he could not control. The ball hit Sajjad on the back of the head, and he fell to the ground, Pakistan-based news outlet Geo Super reported.The right-arm medium-fast bowler was taken to a nearby hospital for checks. The Geo Super report said that Mir Hamza Sajjad is now conscious and stable. As a precaution, a CT scan will be done to check for any injury.
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The incident stopped the training session, and players and support staff were left concerned. The team has not made an official statement so far, but news of his stable condition has brought some relief.Sajjad has played six T20 matches and taken eight wickets. In eight First-Class matches, he has taken 25 wickets. The right-arm pacer was picked by Islamabad United in the first PSL players’ auction for PKR 70 lakh and is yet to make his PSL debut.
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In the PSL points table, Islamabad United, led by Shadab Khan, are third with two wins, one loss and one no-result, taking five points with a net run rate of 1.055.Islamabad United will next play against Lahore Qalandars at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) throws a pitch in the first inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The San Diego Padres are the lone National League team that Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has never faced as he eases into his third major league season.
That will change on Tuesday when Skenes (1-1, 9.53 ERA) matches up with the fellow right-hander Nick Pivetta (1-1, 6.75) of the Padres in the second contest of a three-game set in Pittsburgh.
After enduring his shortest and worst career outing on Opening Day against the New York Mets, Skenes rebounded on Wednesday. The reigning National League Cy Young Award winner threw five strong innings in an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Skenes gave up a run on three hits and two walks, and he struck out five in a 77-pitch appearance.
“Still a work in progress, but nice to give some volume and be out there for more than two-thirds of an inning,” Skenes said, referring to the length of his March 26 start vs. the Mets in which he yielded five runs on four hits and two walks.
Pivetta, in his most recent start, also put together a major rebound start following a poor Opening Day outing.
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The 33-year-old Canadian gave up only one hit over five shutout innings, struck out eight and walked two to help the Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 7-1 on Wednesday. The performance came six days after Pivetta allowed six runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out three over three innings in an 8-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers.
“That first game, that was not Pivetta,” Padres catcher Freddy Fermin said after Pivetta’s most recent start. “(Against the Giants), he made adjustments and pitched in the right spots.”
Pivetta is 2-1 with a 2.17 ERA in six career outings (five starts) against the Pirates.
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While Skenes didn’t turn in a completely dominant effort vs. the Reds, the five-inning outing helped quell concerns for Pittsburgh that its ace was experiencing any sort of negative effects from having pitched in the World Baseball Classic.
“Just remembering what’s real and what isn’t real, I guess. Nothing matters except for the play. Nothing matters except for the game,” Skenes said. “I’m pretty insulated from a lot of stuff that’s out there. The stuff that I do see or hear, I don’t really care anyway, because it doesn’t have anything to do with the play. Throughout the week, basically just thinking about getting back to execution and executing my pitches. That’s it.”
Skenes will try to cool off a suddenly energized San Diego lineup, which powered a 5-0 shutout of the Pirates on Monday and has led the Padres to three consecutive wins. The Padres could have made it an even more lopsided result in the series opener had they not left 10 runners on base.
Skenes finally will get to face Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill, who was the runner-up to Skenes for NL Rookie of the Year in 2024. Merrill has been part of San Diego’s offense surge, collecting four hits, three runs, a homer and three RBIs in the past two games.
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“Good arm, good challenge,” Merrill said, according to MLB.com, about facing Skenes on Tuesday. “The Rookie of the Year stuff, that doesn’t matter anymore. But it’s fun for the game of baseball.”
Not too long ago, it was raining heavily in Guwahati. However, the intensity of the downpour has decreased over the last half-an-hour. Dark skies remain overhead. The good news, however, is that the rain threat is expected to decrease as the evening wears on.
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With the NBA playoffs set to begin next Saturday, the San Antonio Spurs are looking to bring back their glory days of winning five titles from 1999 to 2014.
Victor Wembanyama has been the primary reason for the team’s return to playoff basketball, leading the NBA in blocks per game for the third time in as many seasons while averaging 24.5 points and 11.5 rebounds, both career highs.
However, the 7-foot-4 phenom not only suffered a rib contusion on Monday night, putting him at risk for the rest of the regular season and the start of the playoffs, but his MVP candidacy is also at risk.
Victor Wembanyama of the Spurs reacts to an injury during the Philadelphia 76ers game at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on April 6, 2026.(Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
The NBA states that players must play 65 games in order to receive votes for season awards such as MVP and All-NBA teams. However, Wembanyama has played in 63.
That number does not include the NBA Cup Final, which actually does not count toward the stat sheet, but the NBA does count it toward the season-award total, marking him just a bit safer.
If Wembanyama wants to be named MVP, the NBA allows a maximum of two games in which a player logs between 15 and 19.59 minutes to count toward the league-required minimum of 65 games played for award eligibility. Wembanyama had 17 points, five rebounds and three blocks while playing 15:40 in the first half on Monday.
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Paul George of the Philadelphia 76ers reaches out to an injured Victor Wembanyama of the Spurs at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on April 6, 2026.(Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
Wembanyama took an inadvertent elbow to the ribs from Paul George when the Philadelphia 76ers forward was attempting to deflect a pass as the 7-foot-4 Frenchman was sprinting up the court on a fast break with 10:49 remaining in the first half. Wembanyama tumbled to the court and remained down for a minute while George patted him on the backside apologetically.
Wembanyama subbed out of the game shortly after the collision and immediately went into the tunnel leading to the locker room while keeping his arm pressed to his side.
He returned with 5:33 remaining in the period, but asked head coach Mitch Johnson to take him out with 44 seconds remaining in the first half. He again went into the tunnel leading to the locker room while holding his arm to his side and was ruled out at the start of the second half.
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San Antonio (60-19) is 2.5 games behind the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder (62-16) and assured of finishing no worse than second in the conference.
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama brings the ball up court against the Utah Jazz, Jan. 22, 2026, in Salt Lake City.(Rob Gray/AP)
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