Liverpool hold nerve against Chelsea to win Carabao Cup on penalties

Liverpool won a dramatic penalty shoot-out to secure the first domestic trophy of the season after a classic Carabao Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley. Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, brought on in extra time as a penalty specialist, missed the decisive spot-kick after a magnificent game came down to a shoot-out.

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Ireland learn little in facile win over Italy

Mike Lowry scored two tries on debut as Ireland powered to a bonus-point 57-6 success over 13-man Italy as they moved up to second in the Guinness Six Nations table.

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Roman Abramovich hands Chelsea ‘stewardship’ to club’s charity trust

Roman Abramovich has handed “stewardship and care” of Chelsea to the club’s charitable foundation following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich will remain Chelsea owner and the Russian billionaire will not be asking the club to repay the loans it owes him.

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Smith decisive as England hold off Welsh comeback

Marcus Smith’s boot and a try from Alex Dombrandt ensured England remain in the Guinness Six Nations title hunt after they defeated reigning champions Wales 23-19 at Twickenham.

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