What happened today: 2026-09-23

Celtic CEO backs O’Neill despite 'painful' week

Celtic will "come together and support" manager Martin O'Neill after a "painful" week for the club, says chief executive Michael Nicholson.

Arteta agrees new Arsenal contract

Mikel Arteta agrees an improved new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal.

Gears of War: E-Day Story Director Laid Off Just a Week Before Early Access Launch

Gears of War: E-Day's story director has been laid off, just one week before the game's early access launch.

Iran war live: Trump confirms ‘very good’ meeting with Iran at UN

President Trump says US officials held a 'very good' meeting on Tuesday with the Iranian delegation at UN.

Woman says she reported alleged 49ers impersonator to team in December

A woman who says she is a victim in the FBI's fraud case against Daejon Love said she sent a "complaint/concern" to the Niners in December 2025, eight months before Love was arrested and charged with wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

Hawks trade Hield, Nembhard to Hornets for Finney-Smith

The Hawks are sending Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash considerations to the Charlotte Hornets for Dorian Finney-Smith.

📈 NFL Power Rankings: Our post-Week 2 poll, plus what we know about every QB1

How do all 32 NFL teams stack up? Plus, what we know for sure about the starting QBs around the league.

Raptors, Leonard agree to 2-year, $115M extension

Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard has agreed on a two-year, $115 million contract extension with the franchise plus a player option for the 2028-29 season, his agent, Harrison Gaines of Slash Sports, told ESPN on Tuesday.

Sources: Giants QB Dart out for extended period, possibly rest of season

Jaxson Dart's knee injury is more severe than originally anticipated, and the Giants QB could miss the rest of the season, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.

Macdonald says Broncos' Payton accused Seahawks of cheating in 2024

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says the Broncos wrongfully accused Seattle of a Spygate-like cheating scandal in 2024. Denver coach Sean Payton ultimately "backed off" after the Seahawks threatened a lawsuit if the Broncos went public with the allegation.

Source: Niners signing veteran receiver Cooks to practice squad

The Niners are signing free agent wideout Brandin Cooks to their practice squad, a source told ESPN on Tuesday.

Cubs' Bregman doing well after foul ball to face, could return this weekend

The Cubs are confident third baseman Alex Bregman will be ready for the postseason after getting hit in the face by a foul ball Sunday -- and are not ruling him out for this weekend's series in Boston.

Spatola, ESPN college basketball analyst and former Army guard, dies at 47

Chris Spatola, an ESPN college basketball analyst and former Army starting guard, has died at the age of 47, the network announced on Tuesday.

Follow live: Drew Rasmussen working on no-hitter vs. Yankees

Papers: Rice prepared to commit long-term future to Arsenal

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...

Arsenal penalty clinches late win in WCL; Man City rescue draw at Bayern

Mariona Caldentey's second-half stoppage-time penalty secured Arsenal a dramatic 1-0 win over Danish side HB Koge to open their Champions League campaign at Meadow Park.

Fisher hits back at Pirotton's mental frailty jibe

Johnny Fisher faced off with opponent Michael Pirotton outside the Copper Box Arena, where the two heavyweights will fight this Saturday, live on Sky Sports .

Snedeker wants Spaun to 'make me look like an idiot' after Presidents Cup snub

Brandt Snedeker said he wants JJ Spaun "to make me look like an idiot" after leaving the former US Open champion out of his Presidents Cup side.

Leigh and Wigan conduct to be investigated by RFL

Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors will be subject to an independent investigation into their conduct and actions over the past 12 months, the Rugby Football League (RFL) has said.

Menzies reveals heart attack scare before Matchplay incident

Players Championship 29 winner Cameron Menzies has revealed he feared he was suffering a heart attack on a flight to Switzerland, prompting him to take a serious look at his lifestyle.

'Outstanding' Jacks 'growing in new role' after five-for vs Sri Lanka

Will Jacks was hailed as "outstanding" by England white-ball captain Harry Brook on Tuesday night as he took five wickets to spur his side to an 89-run victory against Sri Lanka.

Scotland's Pocognoli has 'good mix' as he eyes winning start to his reign

New Scotland head Sebastien Pocognoli has told Sky Sports it was time for change, believing he has a "good mix" in his first squad.

Dual Champion Hurdle winner Hurricane Fly dies aged 22

Hurricane Fly, the Willie Mullins-trained dual Champion Hurdle winner, has died at the age of 22.