England can take stock in the fact that Ghana toiled to bother them defensively. Much of that was by England’s own design: the hosts regained possession quickly in Ghana’s half when lost. The centre-back pairing of Wubben-Moy and Le Tissier — once again a capable marshal at centre-back — coolly dealt with any direct attacks and long balls.

Lucia Kendall marked her 'homecoming' with the opening goal at St Mary's Stadium as England ended 2025 with a friendly victory over Ghana. Southampton academy graduate Kendall, 21, started just her second game for the Lionesses and scored six minutes in when the ball fell to her in the six-yard area.

Robin Smith, the batter who shone for England in a period when it was beaten regularly, has died. Smith's family said in a statement via the England and Wales Cricket Board on Tuesday that he died unexpectedly at his home in Perth,

The Surrey batting all-rounder will make his third Test appearance at the Gabba on Thursday and offers more than mere part-time off spin

England's batters must learn when to park their attacking 'Bazball' style and take a more cautious "old school" approach during the second Ashes Test, says former captain Michael Vaughan.

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Usman Khawaja has been ruled out of the second Ashes test at the Gabba in Brisbane with a back injury, Cricket Australia said Tuesday.

England wrapped up the "Homecoming Series" with a win over Ghana in Southampton. So what is there to take from the four games for the Lionesses?

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer is set to make his return after two months out against Leeds in midweek. The Blues star has been absent since the club's defeat to Manchester United on September 20,

The talented trio all performed well for their clubs in the Premier League this weekend, which will be music to Tuchel's ears

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