Sports

Villarreal tried everything against Barcelona – except moving the game to Miami

In a match mercifully on Spanish soil, Villarreal bombarded Barça but were undone by profligacy and ill-discipline

‘As perfect as it can get’: pole vault superstar Mondo Duplantis on his stellar 2025

The world record holder on his remarkable year, that viral kiss and why he’s serious about music

The weirdest, wildest tales of the World Cup: best podcasts of the week

From Ronaldo’s legendary haircut to Argentina’s improvised 1986 away shirt – the odd stories behind football’s biggest trophy are explored. Plus, a smart series from the makers of Pod Save America

Milan agree loan deal for Niclas Füllkrug as West Ham look to sign new striker

West Ham interested in Wolves’s Jørgen Strand Larsen

Wolves’ freefall leaves even Derby’s dismal record low a lofty goal

A side that once looked resilient has collapsed into historic futility, with Wolves now facing the grim task of avoiding the worst season English league football has ever seen

Manchester music and football stars gather for funeral of Stone Roses’ Mani

Liam Gallagher, Paul Weller, David Beckham and former bandmates among the mourners at Manchester cathedral