Jack Norris 
Austria and Ghana will play a friendly match at the Ernst Happel-Stadion as both nations prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Austria will face Algeria in the group stage, while Ghana are scheduled to meet England and Croatia. The warm-up match effectively serves as a preview of both teams’ opponents at the global finals.
James Botham is back in the Cardiff side for their United Rugby Championship game against the Sharks in Durban. He is one of eight changes to the Cardiff team. Taulupe Faletau makes a first start since New Year’s Day.
Paul Waring leads the Texas Children’s Houston Open by one shot over Gary Woodland. Waring opened with a 7-under 63. Woodland had brain surgery in September 2023 and recently discussed his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Alan Shearer has shared images of injuries sustained in a bike crash. The former Newcastle striker blamed potholes for the accident, revealing cuts and scrapes on his hand and legs. The bike accident comes amid Shearer’s ongoing spat with Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon.
Jason Heyward has announced his retirement after a 16-season MLB career. Heyward’s career included five Gold Gloves, an All-Star selection in his rookie season, and a World Series title in 2016 with the Cubs. He’ll now put some of those experiences to work in mentoring the next generation of athletes at his eponymous academy.
Damar Hamlin has re-signed with the Buffalo Bills on a one-year contract. The team announced the deal on Friday. Hamlin’s 2025 season was cut short by injury.
Former Oakland Raiders standout center Barret Robbins has died, according to former teammate Tim Brown. Robbins was 52. His career and life began to unravel when he went AWOL from the team he day before Super Bowl XXXVII.
Igor Tudor’s position as Tottenham head coach is under threat. Sean Dyche’s name has been linked with the job. Tottenham face a decision on whether to make a change.
Marie Keane, the mother of Ireland and Manchester United legend Roy Keane, has died. Ms. Keane passed away in the care of St. Anne’s Ward at Marymount University Hospital and Hospice. Roy Keane had described his mother as the “only boss I listen to.”
The Quetta Gladiators face the Karachi Kings in PSL 2026 Match 2. Details of how to watch the match live have been released. There is also news of Thushara being ruled out of the IPL 2026.