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While you were sleeping

While you were sleeping
While you were sleeping is the Post's slightly irreverent take on what happened overnight in some of the biggest tournaments and regional and domestic competitions in the world of sport.
last updated:
29 August, 2024
Desert Orchid, ridden by Simon Sherwood, wins the King George VI Steeple Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day 1986. Photo: Getty Images

A host of Boxing Day delights, from a 1960s goal rush to the greatest of horses

A look back at some special sporting moments from years gone by, including an 11-goal classic and the day Desert Orchid burst onto the scene.

Saka, Sterling in double injury blow, Christmas sackings in Italy and Spain

English Premier League

Liverpool hit Spurs for six, United channel 1980s form, Joshua Fury’s only option

English Premier League

Arteta bullish on Arsenal’s title chances, City in relegation mode, Lee goes home

Gabriel Jesus scores again as Arsenal thrash Crystal Palace, Manchester City lose at Aston Villa, and Lee Lok-yin’s darts championship is over.

Gabriel Jesus celebrates after scoring Arsenal’s second against Crystal Palace. Photo: AFP

Fury piles on pounds for Usyk fight, Dias adds to City injury woes, Gatland stays

Tyson Fury weighs in at his heaviest ever for title fight with Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh, while defender Ruben Dias is out for a month.

Spurs win comedy of errors, angry gamblers drive online abuse, Bottas to Mercedes

There were seven goals in the last League Cup quarter-final of 2024, but it certainly wasn’t a thriller.

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Jesus finally rises to occasion, Liverpool march on, Red Bull ditch Perez

The League Cup reaches the quarter-final stage in England, with Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle all making it into the last four.

Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus, celebrates after completing his hat-trick against Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium. Photo: AP

Rashford ready to leave, Lawson to replace Perez, NBA scraps All-Star Game

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford says he’s ready for a new challenge, while Red Bull are expected to ditch Sergio Perez this week.

Hammers boss lives to fight another day, triathlete Yee takes on 42.2km challenge

West Ham’s draw with Bournemouth could earn Julen Lopetegui a stay of execution, while Alex Yee signs up for London Marathon.

English Premier League

Man Utd win dramatic ‘crisis derby’, Chelsea are challengers, Saints sack boss

Ruben Amorim earned a second win of the season over Pep Guardiola, as Manchester City lose an eighth match in 11.

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo celebrates after scoring his side’s last-gasp winner against Manchester City and Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. Photo: AP
English Premier League

Liverpool, Arsenal drop points, Bayern beaten and Taiwan golfer earns LIV spot

A weekend packed with top domestic football action kicked off with big guns across Europe failing to secure wins.

Liverpool were reduced to 10 men early during their clash with Fulham as Andy Robertson (left) was given his marching orders for preventing a goalscoring opportunity. Photo: dpa

Kho still in running for LIV spot, Tuchel promises England players a clean slate

Hong Kong’s Taichi Kho will battle 19 other players over 36 holes on Saturday for a place on the team circuit.

Uefa Europa League

Tottenham snatch late draw against Rangers, wins for Manchester United, Chelsea

A look at Thursday’s sporting headlines, which include the news a body was found in the search for missing ex-England rugby star Tom Voyce.

Uefa Champions League

Saka powers Arsenal win, China’s Tang sets Asian record, and how far can City fall?

It’s a mixed night in Europe for two English teams, while in swimming Tang Qianting posts fourth fastest time in history.

Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring his side’s second against Monaco at the Emirates Stadium. Photo: AP
Uefa Champions League

Ex-England star feared dead, Liverpool stay perfect, City Guardiola’s last club

Former Wasps wing Tom Voyce hasn’t been seen since Sunday, while in the world of football Arne Slot was not happy with Liverpool’s win.

Liverpool’s Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson makes a flying save during his side’s Champions League win over Girona. Photo: AFP
Fifa

No Messi, Ronaldo in World 11, Coote sacked, West Ham win ‘El Sackico’

With midweek continental action across Europe, the big guns sat Monday out, while the Fifpro Team of the Year nominees were announced.

English Premier League

Chelsea edge Spurs in 7-goal thriller, Arsenal stumble, Norris eyes drivers’ crown

Maresca plays down Chelsea’s title credentials, Postecoglou says Spurs still believe, and Arteta says crying doesn’t help anyone.

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English Premier League

City’s suffering continues, United hit 30-year low, Norris leads McLaren 1-2

Manchester’s two Premier League clubs are in for a difficult Christmas, while Lando Norris is hoping to end his F1 season with a title.

Manchester United’s Harry Maguire walks off after his side’s first defeat at home to Nottingham Forest in 30 years. Photo: Reuters
English Premier League

Premier League’s Christmas rush nears, Norris fastest, Raducanu’s latest reboot

Depending on your sport, it’s the time of year where title credentials get tested, where seasons wrap up, or where dreams are still alive.

English Premier League

Spurs loss heaps pressure on Postecoglou, Pacquiao in hall of fame, WNBA up tempo

Bournemouth beat Tottenham 1-0 in a game where they could have scored three or four, and Spurs have Chelsea on Sunday.

English Premier League

Arsenal down Utd, Liverpool’s thrilling draw, City back? Finau denies LIV talk

English Premier League leaders pegged back late against Newcastle, as chasing pack all secure impressive victories.

Newcastle United defender Fabian Schar scores a last-minute equaliser during the thrilling 3-3 draw with Liverpool at St James’ Park. Photo: AFP
English Premier League

Van Nistelrooy’s winning start, Palace’s rare victory, Tiger Woods eyes comeback

Leicester overcame troubled West Ham in Dutchman’s first match in charge, while US golf icon determined to overcome injuries.

Ruud van Nistelrooy enjoyed the perfect start to life as Leicester City manager with a 3-1 victory over West Ham United. Photo: Reuters

United v Arsenal, City face Class of 92 in FA Cup, Perez leaving Red Bull

Arsenal will host Manchester United in the round’s biggest game, but the romantics won’t look past Accrington Stanley’s trip to Anfield.

English Premier League

Liverpool on rise as City’s empire crumbles, United win again, Zhou driver of day

A 2-0 defeat at Anfield leaves the Premier League champions 11 points adrift of the leaders and Pep Guardiola clinging to past glories.

English Premier League

Arsenal hit 5, Van Nistelrooy sees Leicester ship 4 as Ireland beat Australia

Mikel Arteta’s side are doing all they can ahead of the big Liverpool v Man City clash, while Justin Kluivert made Premier League history.

Arsenal defender Gabriel salutes the crowd in celebration after his side’s 5-2 victory at West Ham. Photo: AP
English Premier League

Dutch ex-Man Utd boss back in the Premier League, City drop to third place

No, not that one: Ruud van Nistelrooy appointed Leicester manager while Brighton move up to second with draw.

Former Manchester United forward and interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed Leicester manager. Photo: Reuters
Uefa Europa League

Chelsea stay perfect, United win, Spurs being Spurs, Swiatek handed doping ban

Another week of European football comes to a close, and like Thanksgiving turkey, there’s still a little too much leftover.

Liverpool sweep aside Real Madrid in UCL, Monza to stay on F1 grid until 2031

Arne Slot’s side lead domestically and continentally as they continue to breeze past whatever is put in front of them.

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