Justin Bieber reveals facial paralysis after shows cancelled

Singer Justin Bieber has revealed he is suffering from facial paralysis after cancelling shows this week.

The 28-year-old said in an Instagram video that the condition is due to a diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

"As you can see this eye is not blinking. I can't smile on this side of my face... So there's full paralysis on this side of my face," he said.

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is when a shingles outbreak…

Champions League: French police looked for problems, says Liverpool mayor

Liverpool's mayor has said some French police officers were seeking confrontation at last month's Champions League final in Paris.

Steve Rotheram said police were quick to threaten fans with their batons.

The head of policing at the final earlier apologised for using tear gas on Liverpool fans travelling to the Stade de France but said he had no alternative.

The fiasco has prompted uproar in…

Phil Mickelson the focus of attention as he is grilled on the eve of LIV Golf series start

Wearing a black cap and matching jumper, and sitting in front of a black backdrop before assembled media, it would be all too easy to presume that Phil Mickelson's sartorial choice resembled his disposition these last few problematic months.

Though the American superstar was not as glum as his attire as he answered questions Wednesday about his involvement in the controversial LIV Golf…

Steph Curry leads Warriors to emphatic 107-88 Game 2 victory over Celtics in NBA Finals

The Golden State Warriors needed a big bounce-back performance on Sunday night. And they sure got it.

After a disappointing end to Game 1 of the NBA Finals in which the Boston Celtics came back late to win, the Warriors ran away themselves in the second half of Game 2 to win 107-88.

Steph Curry led with way with 29 points, including 5-of-12 shooting from three-point range, with Jayson Tatum…

I Was Close To Death,’ Says Former Liverpool Star As Paris Police Response Is In The Spotlight

For Liverpool and Real Madrid fans, last Saturday's Champions League final was supposed to be the magical conclusion to a long, arduous season.

Tens of thousands of fans filtered through Paris towards the Stade de France ready to watch Liverpool and Real Madrid go head-to-head for European club football's premier prize.

But for former Liverpool player Alan Kennedy, the match was…

England in Nations League: Harry Maguire's future and other issues facing Gareth Southgate

England return to action in the Uefa Nations League when they meet Hungary in Budapest's Puskas Arena on Saturday, as manager Gareth Southgate shapes his plans for the World Cup in Qatar.

Southgate will have most of his squad and starters for the opening World Cup game against Iran on 21 November fixed in his mind - but form, fitness and the tournament's late start has shifted the dynamic of…

French Open: Coco Gauff reaches first Grand Slam final and faces Iga Swiatek

American teenager Coco Gauff reached her first Grand Slam final with victory in the French Open last four, setting up a tantalising meeting with world number one Iga Swiatek.

Gauff, 18, won 6-3 6-1 against unseeded Italian Martina Trevisan on the Paris clay in her maiden major semi-final.

Swiatek, 21, completed a serene journey into the Roland Garros final with a 6-2 6-1 win over 20th seed Daria…

Real Madrid: European champions 'have done remarkable things'

Real Madrid's latest European triumph has been built on drama and incredible comebacks - and has been achieved eight months after they were on the wrong end of one of the great Champions League shocks.

Last September, the Spanish giants were conducting an inquest after losing at home to Moldova's Sheriff Tiraspol in the group stage.

On Saturday, Real were crowned champions of Europe for a record 14th time - twice…

Liverpool v Real Madrid: Champions League final a chance to end special season in style - Warnock

This has already been a season like no other for Liverpool, and it's only right they have a chance to end it in style.

Saturday's Champions League final against Real Madrid has been the focus since the dying moments of the Premier League campaign last weekend, when everyone at Anfield realised the title - and their hopes of an unprecedented quadruple - were gone.

However things…

Manchester City players cement 'legend' status after winning a title race like no other

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola described his players as "legends" after they completed one of the most memorable comebacks in English Premier League history on Sunday.

At 2-0 down to Aston Villa with less than 15 minutes left, even the most ardent City fan must have been dreading the worst, knowing they needed a win to guarantee winning the league.

The game and the title looked to be…

Liverpool win takes Premier League title race to the last day

And still there is hope for Liverpool.

A come-from-behind 2-1 win against Southampton on Tuesday night means Jurgen Klopp's men have a chance of winning the English Premier League this weekend.

It is, as Klopp himself said after the match, "not likely but possible" as Manchester City, the league's leader, is a point ahead and can secure a third title in four seasons if it beats Aston Villa at home Sunday.But Villa…

Guillem Balague: How Arteta has led Arsenal to brink of Champions League after six-year absence

One of the things Mikel Arteta has done while in charge of Arsenal is plant an olive tree in the grounds outside his office.

He bought it not just as a reflection of his ideal football culture but also as a metaphor for Arsenal Football Club. While the fruit and leaves are the showpiece of the tree - the top players if you like - they are no more vital to its flourishing than the…

Eddie Nketiah floors Leeds to strengthen Arsenal’s grip on fourth

Was this evidence that Arsenal will breeze across the finishing line and secure what, given the gloom around their prospects in August, would be a sensational return to Champions League football? Or was it fresh proof that they will make those who hold them dear chew anxiously until the bitter end, nerves hanging by a thread until the dying moments of the final day?

On Thursday night we may find out, given that…

Jurgen Klopp looks on during the UEFA Champions League semifinal

Jurgen Klopp looks on during the UEFA Champions League semifinal second leg between Villarreal and Liverpool at Estadio de la Ceramica on May 3, 2022.

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has questioned UEFA's allocation for tickets to the Champions League final in Paris later this month, admitting he understands the protests of some fans at the accessibility and cost of tickets.

On May 28, the 75,000 capacity Stade de…

Real Madrid mounts stunning comeback to beat Manchester City and reach Champions League final

Real Madrid battled back from the brink of elimination to overcome Manchester City and book its place in the Champions League final.

For the third knockout tie in a row, Real looked down and out. Though this is a team that has become accustomed to improbable heroics, even by its own absurd standards Wednesday's late, late show to secure a 3-1 victory over City was cutting it…

Erling Braut Haaland close to Man City move - Guillem Balague

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Braut Haaland is "very close" to reaching an agreement to join Manchester City, according to Guillem Balague.

Haaland's contract expires in 2024 but a release clause allows him to leave for 75m euros (£62.8m) this summer.

Balague believes City have sold the Norway forward, 21, the idea of joining now before moving on to Real Madrid.

"He will be at Manchester City, I feel,"…

Manchester United appoint Ajax coach as next manager

Manchester United have appointed Ajax coach Erik ten Hag as their next manager.

The Dutchman, 52, will take over from interim boss Ralf Rangnick at the end of this season on a three-year deal which can be extended by a year.

Rangnick, who replaced the sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November, is set to move into a consultancy role.

Ten Hag will become United's fifth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson retired…

Liverpool 4-0 Manchester United | MOTM | Premier League

Liverpool outclassed a desperate Manchester United in an embarrassingly one-sided affair at Anfield to go top of the Premier League.

Manchester City can regain their place at the summit against Brighton on Wednesday but this was another thrilling reminder of how Jurgen Klopp's team are determined to chase them down in the hunt for a historic quadruple.

It was also a graphic illustration of the giant task facing…

SAT 16 APR 2022THE FA CUP - SEMI-FINAL Manchester City 2-3 Liverpool

Liverpool survived a late scare to remain on course for an historic quadruple as they reached the FA Cup final with victory over Manchester City at Wembley.

If last Sunday's Premier League meeting between the clubs was a classic, this semi-final was effectively decided in a one-sided first 45 minutes, in which a mixture of ruthless finishing and Manchester City mistakes saw Liverpool take a 3-0 lead.

A…