“A raw, caged animal, drinking, partying and fighting” is how Jamie Vardy’s agent described his client’s early career, with the striker explaining how refining himself from non-league football to Premier League superstar status was “a killer”.
Luis Enrique’s expertise at rebuilding a culture as well as a football team means Arsenal will confront the complete package when they meet holders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League final.
Champions League analysts Stephen Warnock, Nedum Onuoha and Guillem Balague explain how Arsenal were able to “make life difficult” with the use of a man-to-man press high up the pitch to force Atletico Madrid to play the ball long in their semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium.
BBC Sport pundits Nedum Onuoha, Guillem Balague and Stephen Warnock analyse two contentious handball decisions that weren’t awarded against PSG, including a potential red card for Nuno Mendes and a possible penalty for Bayern Munich.
Champions League analysts Nedum Onuoha, Guillem Balague and Stephen Warnock explain how PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhaelia “is a defender’s worst nightmare” because of his physical and technical attributes.
Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz says he “had a feeling from the beginning” that his side would win the Women’s Super League title this year, with the club’s ambition, quality and hunger the key.
Bukayo Saka reacts quickest as Leandro Trossard’s shot is saved by Jan Oblak, putting in the rebound from close range to give Arsenal a 1-0 lead against Atletico Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final at the Emiates Stadium.
Manchester United have no plans to reintegrate Marcus Rashford if he comes back to the club, Real Madrid are considering a return for former manager Jose Mourinho, Arsenal and Barcelona are interested in Enzo Fernandez, plus more.
Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return after injuries to bolster a strong New Zealand pace attack for next month’s Test series in England and one-off Test against Ireland.
Assistant coach Alan O’Connor admits Ireland must be “more clinical” as they attempt to turn the page on last month’s Women’s Six Nations loss to France.