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Published: 24 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Alex Sarama’s rise to becoming the head coach of the WNBA’s Portland Fire is nothing short of extraordinary. Born and raised in England, the 30-year-old faced skepticism from the start, as many doubted a British coach could thrive in a league dominated by American basketball culture. “There was a lot of skepticism,” Sarama told the Guardian. “A lot...

Published: 24 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Australia’s Ashes triumph this summer has been shaped by a combination of tactical ingenuity, raw talent, and a willingness to take calculated risks, with fast bowler Scott Boland offering insight into one key strategy that has unsettled England throughout the series. Known for his pace and accuracy, Boland revealed that having wicketkeeper Alex Carey stand up at the...

Published: 24 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. In a thrilling contest between Arsenal and Crystal Palace, Kepa Arrizabalaga emerged as the unlikely hero, sending the Gunners through at the expense of Maxence Lacroix and Palace. The competition may not be Mikel Arteta or Oliver Glasner’s priority this season, yet both sides produced a spectacle brimming with intensity and drama. Arsenal dominated early proceedings, but Palace’s...

Published: 24 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Manchester City now stand poised to sign Bournemouth’s exciting winger Antoine Semenyo after Chelsea cooled their interest in the Ghanaian ahead of January’s transfer window. The 25‑year‑old’s name has dominated transfer chatter across social media and mainstream outlets alike, with all parties closely watching developments as the window draws near. The release clause in Semenyo’s contract, set at...

Published: 23 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Liverpool manager Arne Slot has expressed strong criticism toward Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven for the “reckless” challenge that resulted in Alexander Isak suffering a fractured leg during Saturday’s Premier League clash. Slot confirmed on Tuesday that the club’s record £125 million signing will be sidelined for a couple of months following the injury, which occurred as...

Published: 23 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Australia’s cricket team will take the field at the Melbourne Cricket Ground without captain Pat Cummins in the Boxing Day Test after selectors confirmed he has been rested for the remainder of the Ashes series with England. The veteran fast bowler had made a remarkable comeback in the third Test in Adelaide where he played a pivotal role...

Published: 23 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Rob Key, England’s team director, has pledged to investigate reports of excessive drinking during the team’s mid-Ashes tour break in Noosa. Following England’s 3-0 series deficit against Australia, the focus has shifted from on-field performance to off-field conduct, prompting scrutiny over whether a four-night Queensland holiday was appropriate amid a critical series. Key confirmed he would examine claims...

Published: 22 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has publicly challenged the International Cricket Council to intervene and fund a unified technology solution after confidence slipped sharply in the Decision Review System during the third Ashes Test at Adelaide. The controversy erupted when a miscalibrated Snicko edge‑detection system appeared to cost England a crucial wicket early in the match, sparking considerable...

Published: 22 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Morocco began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Comoros in Rabat. The hosts faced an unexpectedly resilient Comoros side, who defended resolutely despite being 97 places lower in world rankings. The match at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium saw Morocco struggle to convert possession into goals, leaving fans anxious during the first half....

Published: 22 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Liverpool are reportedly concerned that their record signing, Alexander Isak, may have fractured his left leg after sustaining a serious injury during the Premier League victory against Tottenham Hotspur. The £125 million forward appeared to be in considerable pain following the challenge, leaving fans and club staff anxious over his immediate future. The 26-year-old striker was brought on...