Sports

Published: 12 August | The English Chronicle Desk As the Women’s Rugby World Cup prepares to kick off in England next week, rugby officials have candidly acknowledged the sport’s ongoing safety challenges, particularly the risk of concussion. In a groundbreaking move, the tournament will introduce smart mouthguards equipped with technology designed to detect potential concussions by flashing red when a significant head impact is registered. World Rugby’s openness about the...

Published: 11 August 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk The planned minute’s silence in honour of late Liverpool forward Diogo Jota was cut short at Wembley Stadium on Sunday after being disrupted by noise from a small number of Crystal Palace supporters. The tribute, held before the Community Shield clash between Liverpool and Palace, was intended to commemorate Jota, 28, and his younger brother, André Silva, who both died in...

Published: 08 August. The English Chronicle Desk Kenny Logan, the former Scotland rugby international, has revealed that his life was saved by an early prostate cancer diagnosis – one he only sought out thanks to the encouragement of his wife, broadcaster Gabby Logan. The 53-year-old sportsman, who earned 70 caps for his country before retiring two decades ago, is now using his experience to campaign for greater awareness and routine...

Published: 07th August 2025 | The English Chronicle Online The anticipation around football’s most coveted individual prize has reached fever pitch as the nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or are revealed today, igniting widespread debate, national pride, and passionate argument across every corner of the global game. With world-class talent spanning continents and leagues, this year’s race for the top honours appears more competitive—and unpredictable—than ever before. Among the frontrunners...

Published: 05 August '2025 | The English Chronicle Online Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court today, facing serious charges related to sexual offences. The Ghanaian player, who departed Arsenal after his contract expired at the end of last season, stands accused of multiple counts of rape and sexual assault spanning incidents alleged to have occurred between 2021 and 2022. Partey, 32, was formally...

Published: 05 August '2025 | The English Chronicle Desk Anfield witnessed a captivating spectacle on Sunday evening as Liverpool hosted a unique double-header against Athletic Bilbao—splitting their first and second teams across two matches. While the spotlight was expected to fall on the club's high-profile summer signings making their home debuts, it was 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha who delivered a headline-stealing performance, igniting fresh excitement among the Reds' faithful. The young...

Published: 4th August 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk In a finish that will be etched into the annals of Test cricket history, England fell agonisingly short of a miraculous victory against India at The Oval, losing the fifth and final Test by a mere six runs and thereby drawing the series 2-2. It was a breathtaking end to a rollercoaster series that saw individual brilliance, team resilience, and emotional...

Published: 04 August '2025. The English Chronicle Desk In an inspiring blend of sporting excellence and academic discipline, England's young football sensation Michelle Agyemang has opened up about her commitment to both her education and her country as she helped secure a triumphant victory for the Lionesses at the Women’s Euros in Switzerland. The 19-year-old Arsenal striker became a standout figure in the tournament, netting two decisive goals, including a...

Published: 04 August '2025 | The English Chronicle Desk Tottenham Hotspur's pre-season preparations took a grim turn on Sunday as midfielder James Maddison was stretchered off with what is feared to be a serious knee injury during their 1-1 draw against Newcastle United in Seoul, South Korea. The 28-year-old England international, known for his creativity and control in midfield, collapsed without contact just seven minutes before full-time, instantly raising concerns...

Published: 03 August '2025. The English Chronicle Desk In what can only be described as a brutally honest and emotionally charged post-match reaction, Rangers manager Russell Martin has pulled no punches following his side's underwhelming 1-1 draw against Motherwell on the opening day of the Scottish Premiership. The result marks the third consecutive season in which Rangers have failed to secure victory in their first league fixture—an alarming trend that...