Northern Ireland v Croatia: Start of journey under Tanya Oxtoby

Women's Rugby World Cup - Pool AAustralia achieved a record 73-0 victory over Samoa, marking their largest win in Women's Rugby World Cup history with 11 tries, including a first-half hat-trick from Desiree Miller. They lead Pool A on points difference, with their next match against the United States crucial for quarter-final qualification, following England's earlier win over the US. Want More Context? 🔎

The Football Focus team evaluates Nuno Espirito Santo's uncertain future at Nottingham Forest following a press conference where he disclosed a significant decline in his relationship with club owner Evangelos Marinakis. This revelation comes just before their Premier League match against Crystal Palace, raising concerns about the team's stability. Want More Context? 🔎

An anticipated battle for pole position at the Hungarian Grand Prix was disrupted when Pedro Acosta crashed his KTM early in the session, allowing Marc Marquez to secure the top spot. Marquez will start alongside Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio on the front row, continuing his strong performance as the championship leader. Want More Context? 🔎

On Thursday, No. 13 Stanford men’s soccer opened its season with a 5-1 victory over Sacramento State at Cagan Stadium, highlighted by redshirt sophomore midfielder Trevor Islam’s two goals. Fletcher Bank, Zach Bohane, and Jack Pymm also scored for the Cardinal, while Donovan Sessoms netted a penalty kick for the Hornets, marking Stanford’s strong start to the season. Want More Context? 🔎

George Russell currently leads his Mercedes teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli in Formula 1's points standings and qualifying results, being the only Mercedes driver to secure a race win this season. Despite this, Russell emphasizes that these statistics do not fully reflect Antonelli's promising start in F1, especially after stepping in for the Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton. Want More Context? 🔎

Leeds United face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday for their first away match of the Premier League season, but will be without captain Ethan Ampadu due to an MCL injury. Daniel Farke may start Ilia Gruev in his place, and while new signing Noah Okafor could debut from the bench, Dominic Calvert-Lewin needs more team training before featuring. Want More Context? 🔎