Day Headlines in Sports News: 2026-05-09
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Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Wardley (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 23:41:19)
Daniel Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of a thrilling heavyweight classic and become a two-time world champion.
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Man Utd need 'swift clarity' on Carrick to attract new signings - Rooney (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 23:08:01)
Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney says the club need to decide quickly whether to appoint Michael Carrick as their permanent manager, as the uncertainty could lead to difficulty when trying to sign transfer targets ahead of next season.
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Gomes close to Atletico deal - Sunday's gossip (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 23:02:02)
Wolves set to agree deal to sell Joao Gomes to Atletico Madrid, PSG close to new Luis Enrique contract, and Liverpool are keen on Emi Martinez.
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Fans 'losing patience' with Slot as Liverpool 'lack identity' - Rooney (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 22:59:35)
Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney says Liverpool have "no identity" and "the players look disinterested", adding the club's supporters are "losing patience" with manager Arne Slot following their 1-1 draw at home to Chelsea in the Premier League.
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Hearts fans drunk on drama as intoxicating title race takes twist (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 22:50:04)
Hearts' mentality monsters dig deep for a point in a frenetic game at Motherwell that sums up this Scottish Premiership title race for the ages.
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Sportscene highlights (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 22:41:00)
Steven Thompson presents highlights from the day's fixtures in the Scottish Premiership.
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Forest beat Mavericks to boost play-off hopes (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 21:14:05)
Nottingham Forest take a big step toward securing their place in the Netball Super League play-offs with a crucial 57-49 win over chasing London Mavericks.
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Wafer scores twice as Ireland beat Wales (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 20:45:26)
Aoife Wafer scores twice as Ireland beat Wales 33-12 at home to record their second win of the 2026 Women's Six Nations.
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Udinese want action after Davis claims racist abuse (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 20:44:21)
Udinese call on Italian football authorities to act after English striker Keinan Davis says he was subjected to racist abuse during Saturday's 2-0 Serie A win at Cagliari.
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'The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race? (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 20:30:51)
Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?
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Will Curtis keep Kilmarnock up then go to World Cup? (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 20:16:31)
They say you should never fall in love with a loan player, but Kilmarnock fans are head over heels with Findlay Curtis.
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Wafer shines as Ireland enjoy home win over Wales (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:47:40)
Ireland register their second win in the Women's Six Nations with a hard-fought 33-12 bonus-point victory over Wales at Affidea Stadium.
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Women's Six Nations: Fixtures, results, standings and BBC coverage (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:43:05)
Fixtures, kick-off times, results, standings and how to watch on the BBC as England bid to retain the 2026 Women's Six Nations title.
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Would Old Firm derby win be Rangers' 'trophy' this season? (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:34:48)
Rangers manager Danny Rohl is under pressure after their title bid wilted - so an Old Firm win against Celtic on Sunday would be a timely tonic.
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Race for Europe: How it stands and remaining games (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:33:00)
As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, who are favourites to secure a place in Europe next season, and how many English teams could qualify?
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Sinner begins bid for history with win in Rome (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:31:52)
Jannik Sinner begins his bid for more history with a straightforward victory over Sebastian Ofner in the Italian Open second round.
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Bournemouth stay in European hunt with win over Fulham in fiery contest (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:27:45)
Rayan scores the only goal in a game where both sides are shown a straight red card, as Bournemouth beat Fulham to stay sixth in the Premier League table.
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Manchester City beat stubborn Brentford to keep title race alive (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:20:56)
Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush help Manchester City beat Brentford 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium to secure a vital win in the Premier League title race, as City move two points behind leaders Arsenal with three games remaining.
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Man City beat stubborn Brentford to keep title race alive (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 19:20:56)
Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush help Manchester City beat Brentford 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium to secure a vital win in the Premier League title race, as City move two points behind leaders Arsenal with three games remaining.
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Brighton keep European hopes alive with comfortable win over Wolves (BBC Sport 2026-05-09 18:59:45)
Brighton produce a comfortable 3-0 win over bottom of the table Wolves at the AMEX Stadium, to move up to seventh in the Premier League table.