Chris Kirkland: ‘I was taking 2,500mg of Tramadol a day. I had it in my goalie bag on the pitch’

Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying Results Charles Leclerc secured pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, flanked by McLaren's Oscar Piastri in P2 and Lando Norris in P3. With potential wet weather and varied race strategies, the grid may see last-minute changes before the race starts at 9:00 a.m. Eastern, similar to Lewis Hamilton's recent adjustments. Want More Context? 🔎

For the first time in his six seasons, Terry McLaurin is at odds with the Washington Commanders over contract negotiations, feeling he deserves a top-tier receiver salary similar to DK Metcalf's $33 million deal. Despite McLaurin's trade request and ongoing tensions, he was seen amicably greeting team owner Josh Harris and president Mark Clouse, indicating some level of cordiality remains. Want More Context? 🔎

Gor Mahia FC, Kenya's premier football club, has appointed former Ghana national team coach Charles Akonnor as their new head coach, effective August 2, 2025. Alongside assistant coach Kobi-Mensah Bismark, Akonnor aims to establish an attacking style of play while enhancing the team's medical and technical staff. Want More Context? 🔎

Prince Avenue Christian junior quarterback Ben Musser committed to Virginia Tech, while senior wide receiver CJ Dockery pledged to Navy over several other schools, becoming the 51st commitment for Navy's 2026 class. Dockery, a 6-foot-2, 210-pound player, had notable stats in his previous seasons and will start his senior season on August 13 against Callaway. Want More Context? 🔎

Chelsea is reportedly leading the pursuit of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig, who is also a target for Arsenal and Bayern Munich. The 22-year-old midfielder has expressed a desire to join Chelsea, with negotiations over personal terms progressing, while PSG stands to benefit from a sell-on clause in his contract. Want More Context? 🔎

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, under contract until 2028, faces a potential summer departure after struggling to impress coach Arne Slot, scoring only five Premier League goals last season. With Liverpool looking to replace him with a new forward, Nunez, valued at £70m, may attract interest from European clubs despite previous transfer attempts to Atletico Madrid and Napoli falling through. Want More Context? 🔎