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Matt Evans

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Matt Evans is a sports journalist from the United Kingdom, now based in Paris, France. He has covered various sports including basketball, soccer, boxing, MMA, and motorsports. Over the past decade, Matt has focused heavily on the NBA and has worked with many established outlets on a variety of content. Additionally, he has produced visual content for NBA Europe and FIBA. Matt holds a passion for the NBA G League and has also interviewed current and former NBA players over the years. Including Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins, LaMelo Ball, Brook Lopez, John Collins, Jalen Green, Jonathan Kuminga, and more.

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NBA, Soccer, Boxing, MMA, Motorsports

F1 title fight intensifies after dramatic Mexico qualifying

The Formula 1 title battle took another dramatic twist in Mexico City on Saturday, as Lando Norris delivered a blistering qualifying performance to seize pole position and breathe new life into the championship race.

Rising Rockets star turning heads after strong preseason showing

The Houston Rockets may have found their next breakout guard.

Lando Norris to face internal ‘repercussions’ for Oscar Piastri clash in Singapore

With two elite drivers fighting for the same prize, the line between rivalry and recklessness has grown increasingly thin.

Bulls rising star poised for breakout year after early career struggles

Less than a year ago, Matas Buzelis was a raw, promising rookie still trying to find his footing in the NBA. Now, on the eve of his sophomore season, he looks like a player ready to make the leap.

Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris locked in title battle as decisive sprint weekends loom

It could define not only their careers but also McLaren's modern era.

Europe’s elite circle as PSG battles to retain prized forward

When Bradley Barcola arrived at Paris Saint-Germain from Lyon in the summer of 2023, few expected the young forward to make such an immediate impression.

Premier League giants Chelsea and Man City eye breakout England star

When Elliot Anderson left boyhood club Newcastle United for Nottingham Forest in the summer of 2024, few could have predicted that within a year he’d become one of English football’s fastest-rising midfielders.

Rising boxing heavyweight star set to land world title fight

The heavyweight division has always been defined by its ability to produce stars. Right now, that star is Moses Itauma.

Erling Haaland on pace to shatter historic Premier League record

Few players in football history have combined power, precision and inevitability quite like Erling Haaland.

Lionel Messi breaks historic record in Argentina’s rout of Puerto Rico

Even in the twilight of his career, Lionel Messi continues to play soccer as if time doesn’t apply to him.

Thomas Tuchel backs Marcus Rashford to become one of the world’s best forwards

Marcus Rashford’s career has long been marked by flashes of brilliance and moments of frustration.

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks goal-scoring record as Portugal suffers late collapse

Cristiano Ronaldo added yet another record to his legendary career, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup Qualifiers, even as Portugal squandered a late lead in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Hungary in Lisbon.

Harry Kane makes history again as England clinches 2026 World Cup berth

Harry Kane continued to etch his name deeper into England’s soccer history books as Thomas Tuchel’s side sealed their place at the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 5-0 victory over Latvia in Riga.

Germany coach stands by Liverpool star despite early season dip

His early months in Merseyside have been marked by frustration and growing scrutiny.

Europe’s elite circling as key detail emerges in Bournemouth star’s future

His rise from a promising Championship prospect to one of the Premier League’s most explosive forwards has not gone unnoticed, and a new detail in his Bournemouth contract could soon make him one of Europe’s most sought-after players.

Liverpool braces for battle with Europe's biggest clubs over transfer target

Liverpool is preparing for a fierce transfer battle to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.

European powerhouses target Bournemouth star following stellar form

Antoine Semenyo’s rise from Championship prospect to one of the Premier League’s most electric forwards has been nothing short of remarkable, and Europe’s biggest clubs are beginning to take notice.

Red Bull’s turnaround continues despite end of Max Verstappen’s win streak

Max Verstappen’s winning streak came to an end under the lights of Singapore on Sunday, but Red Bull’s resurgence shows no signs of slowing.

Early-season front-runners emerge in the race for the European Golden Shoe

The race for the 2025–26 European Golden Shoe is already taking shape.

Is Liverpool’s current slump a sign of deeper problems?

Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Chelsea marked a third straight loss in all competitions and raised uncomfortable questions about whether this is merely a blip or something more concerning.

McLaren’s intra-team championship fight heats up after dramatic Singapore GP

McLaren’s dream season took another dramatic turn under the lights of Singapore on Sunday, as the team sealed the Constructors’ Championship for the second straight year but also witnessed yet another flashpoint between its two drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Bizarre Charles Leclerc–Lando Norris crash headlines dramatic Singapore GP practice

The Singapore Grand Prix weekend opened chaotically on Friday, with multiple crashes, red flags and a bizarre pit-lane collision between Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris dominating the headlines.

Potential candidates to succeed Ruben Amorim at Manchester United

Manchester United’s season is fast unravelling, and with manager Ruben Amorim under growing pressure, speculation over potential successors is already gathering pace.

Ex-Manchester United players are thriving away from Old Trafford

Manchester United may be enduring another turbulent season, but several of their former players are flourishing away from Old Trafford. From the Champions League to domestic competition, ex-Reds are making headlines for all the right reasons.