Caitlin Clark offers solution to WNBA's 'racism' and 'hateful comments'

data-mm-id=”_yq0bvld0u”>The bizarre and disconcerting fallout of Caitlin Clark's wondrous rookie season has been the ongoing vitriol on social media from those alleging to be Clark fans. Their support typically comes at the expense of others with views that stray well away from basketball and wallow in divisiveness.Certainly, discussions about racist and misogynist comments aren't what Clark signed up for when she decided to leave the University of Iowa and become the franchise face of the Indiana Fever as the No. 1 overall pick.RELATED: How Caitlin Clark can be even better in 2025 with the Indiana FeverHowever, the 22-year-old superstar has been placed in that position over and over throughout her record-setting inaugural WNBA campaign. On Friday, she had to talk about these…

Xavi reveals ‘main reason’ for making Barcelona U-turn despite his ‘original decision’ being ‘right’

Head coach Xavi has revealed he decided to stay at Spanish giants FC Barcelona after his players persuaded him not to leave in the summer.

The 44-year-old, who played more than 500 times for during a trophy-laden playing career, announced in January that he would step down in the summer as he argued that his team needed a “change of dynamic”.

However, after president Joan Laporta confirmed on Thursday that he would be staying, the former midfielder admitted his players had played a key role in his decision to change his mind.

told a press conference: “My original decision was the right one at the time because we needed a change of course. But the situation is different now. I feel strong enough to continue building this project.

“We may not have …

Exclusive: Meulensteen responds to Carragher’s damning Man Utd verdict after Ten Hag’s ‘worrying comment’

Former Man Utd assistant manager Rene Meulensteen has responded to Jamie Carragher s incendiary claims around Erik ten Hag s coaching methods.

Ex-Liverpool defender Carragher suggested are the worst coached team in the Premier League as he highlighted the tactical flaws in Ten Hag s set-up after their 4-0 defeat against Crystal Palace on Monday night.

Now Meulensteen, who was Sir Alex Ferguson s assistant manager at Man Utd between 2007 and 2013, has offered up a damning verdict on Ten Hag, as he suggested the lack of progression of the players is an indictment of the work done by his fellow Dutchman during his two-year reign at Old Trafford.

Your job as a coach is to work with the players and when I was at United, Sir Alex Ferguson could not have been more cl…

Carragher told his criticism of Man Utd star was ‘crazy’ as player was ‘dragged into trap’

A fellow pundit has hit out at Jamie Carragher over his crazy and disrespectful criticism of Manchester United and Brazil midfielder Casemiro.

The Red Devils paid a fee of around £60m to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid during the 2022 summer window. This transfer came about after the Premier League giants missed out on FC Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.

were mocked at the time for spending such a significant fee to sign the 32-year-old. He did enjoy a strong debut season at Old Trafford, but his doubters have since been proven right.

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It appears that enjoyed last summer a little too much as he has been a shadow of his best self this season and his poor performances have fuelled speculation linking him with a move elsewhere.

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Chelsea eye Everton star as Sesko alternative as Maresca raids Leicester for £40m Gallagher replacement

Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Everton star Dominic Calvert-Lewin as a possible striker target this summer, while manager Enzo Maresca is looking to raid Leicester for a new midfielder.

The Blues are looking to strengthen their squad under new boss Maresca, who has joined the club having led Leicester into the Premier League last season, replacing Mauricio Pochettino at the helm.

The club looks set to be working within a tighter budget than in the previous transfer windows under the new owners, who have forked out over £1bn in transfer fees in their two-year stint at the Stamford Bridge helm.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin to Chelsea?

They ve been , who has also caught the eye of Arsenal and Manchester United, and has already rejected two offers from Saudi Arabia fo…

Portugal 2-1 Czechia: Martinez substitutes help Ronaldo and co. earn Euro 2024 comeback win

A last-gasp goal from substitute Francisco Conceicao earned Portugal a valuable comeback victory over Group F rivals Czechia in their Euro 2024 opener.

Roberto Martinez’s team looked to be heading for a shock defeat when Lukas Provod scored with a sublime finish against the run of play midway through the second half, before an own goal from Robin Hranac drew them level shortly afterwards.

Portugal and Ronaldo win Euro 2024 opener

The Czechs clung on bravely against a barrage of Portugal pressure, but were ultimately undone as the substitute Conceicao lashed the ball home on his competitive debut to seal the win.

Bruno Fernandes had Portugal’s first real sight of goal midway through the first half, sending a left-foot rocket narrowly over the crossbar as Ma…

Man Utd star decides Premier League transfer ‘priority’ as report gives verdict on Rashford exit

According to reports, Manchester United are set to keep England international Marcus Rashford heading into next season amid links with Paris Saint-Germain.

was one of the best players in the Premier League during Erik ten Hag s debut season at Man Utd in 2022/23 as he scored 30 goals across all competitions.

His form declined this campaign, though. He only scored seven goals in his 33 Premier League appearances for as he was heavily criticised and slipped out of the England squad ahead of Euro 2024.

This poor form has fuelled speculation linking Rashford with a move elsewhere amid reported interest from Ligue Un giants PSG.

However, a report from Football Transfers claims Man Utd expect to keep Rashford heading into next season. The report explains.

Carragher believes Premier League boss is best England option to replace Southgate ‘by a street’

Jamie Carragher has given three reasons why Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe is the ideal man to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager.

Howe is one of the frontrunners to succeed Southgate, who has decided to step down as England boss despite .

Southgate led the Three Lions to two consecutive European Championship finals as well as the semi-final and quarter-final of the World Cup.

His side unfortunately came up short at both finals, losing 2-1 on Sunday against Spain thanks to goals from Nico Williams and Mikel Oyarzabal.

The FA had hoped Southgate would decide to stay for the 2026 World Cup in North America but his decision to resign was confirmed on Tuesday morning.

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Newcastle make £67m ‘offer’ for Real Madrid star as PIF look to ‘break the market’

Newcastle United have tabled a huge offer for Real Madrid attacker Arda Guler as they show their hand in the transfer market, according to reports.

The Geordies have already made four signings this summer with Lewis Hall, Lloyd Kelly, John Ruddy and Odysseas Vlachodimos all arriving in the first month of the transfer window.

 have also seen Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh depart for Nottingham Forest and Brighton respectively but their next incoming may not be far away.

Daily Telegraph journalist Luke Edwards insists that Newcastle are close to seeing a breakthrough in more recruitment this summer but is unsure who will come in.

: I think we are close to seeing a breakthrough in #nufc recruitment this summer. Trying to find out more but could be […

Man Utd transfer blow amid ‘decline offer’ reveal as ‘priority’ signing of three options emerges

According to reports, Manchester United have a three-man shortlist of potential centre-midfield targets, but one player will decline an offer .

have been busy in the transfer market this summer. They have already spent around £90m to sign Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro from Bologna and Lille respectively.

Man Utd are also closing in on their third and fourth signings as Bayern Munich pair Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui are expected to complete their moves to Old Trafford at the start of this week.

The Premier League giants are now expected to turn their attention to signing a new centre-midfielder. PSG s was initially identified as their preferred target and is in favour of a move. However, his huge valuation means co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his rec…