Author image

James Lloyd

Sports Editor

About

James is a sports writer specialising in football news, betting, and statistics. He also writes about various other sports, including tennis, boxing, and MMA. His work has been featured on multiple online sports platforms, including Sports Lens and Breaking The Lines. James holds a Master's degree in Sport & Exercise Physiology and currently works as a Video Scout for 360 Scouting.

Articles by James Lloyd (69)

A Look Back At The Fan Violence In The Infamous Lansdowne Riot During A Friendly Between Ireland and England In 1995

On February 15, 1995, a friendly football match between Ireland and England at Lansdowne Road descended into a riot, becoming one of the darkest days in Irish football. The fixture, already charged with political and sporting tensions, was marred by widespread fan violence that left a lasting stain on the game. Let’s rewind to 1995 […]

James Lloyd  •  03 Sep 2024
British Tennis Star Jack Draper’s Emotional Interview After Reaching US Open Quarter-Finals, Admits He Nearly Stopped Playing

British tennis star Jack Draper gave an emotional interview after reaching his first Grand Slam quarter-final on Monday. Draper Gives Emotional Interview After Reaching Quarter-Finals The 21-year-old delivered a dominant victory over Tomas Machac at the US Open, winning 6-3 6-1 6-2 against the Czech. The win was a major milestone in the career of […]

James Lloyd  •  03 Sep 2024
Former Manchester United Midfielder Owen Hargreaves Questions Signing of £36 million striker Joshua Zirkzee

Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has questioned the club’s decision to sign Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for £36 million this summer. The Dutchman made a promising start to his United career, scoring on his debut against Fulham. However, Hargreaves believes that Zirkzee is not the type of player who can help the club win […]

James Lloyd  •  03 Sep 2024
Former Tennis World No. 1 Mats Wilander Backs Novak Djokovic To Win More Grand Slams Despite Shock US Open Exit

Tennis legend Mats Wilander has backed Novak Djokovic to add to his record Grand Slam tally, despite his early exit from the 2024 US Open. The Swedish great believes that the 37-year-old Serbian is still at the peak of his powers and backs him to add one or two more Grand Slam titles to his […]

James Lloyd  •  02 Sep 2024
Saudi Arabia Boxing Chief Turki Alalshikh Unveils Plans For A Groundbreaking Boxing Super League

Turki Alalshikh, the influential figure behind Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning boxing scene, has unveiled plans to establish a groundbreaking “super league” that could revolutionise the sport. Saudi Boxing Chief Plans Groundbreaking Super League As the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Alalshikh has already made significant strides in elevating boxing’s profile in the Kingdom. The proposed […]

James Lloyd  •  02 Sep 2024
Every Premier League Club’s Summer Transfers 2024/25

Check out every Premier League club’s confirmed ins and outs of the 2024/25 summer transfer window. As the 2024/25 season approaches, clubs have been busy in the transfer market, strengthening their squads and offloading players to meet their strategic goals.  Here’s a comprehensive look at the summer transfer activity for each Premier League club:   […]

James Lloyd  •  02 Sep 2024
Who Is Botic van de Zandschulp? Carlos Alcaraz Knocked Out Of US Open By Unseeded Player

Botic van de Zandschulp pulled off a remarkable win against Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, in one of the greatest tennis shocks in recent years. Carlos Alcaraz Knocked Out Of US Open After Stunning Upset The unseeded Van de Zandschulp produced a dominant performance to defeat the Wimbledon champion in straight sets, 6-1, 7-5, 6-4, […]

James Lloyd  •  30 Aug 2024
Football Twitter Reacts To Chelsea Selling Deivid Washington To BlueCo-owned Strasbourg For €21 Million

Football Twitter reacts to Chelsea agreeing selling youngster Deivid Washington to BlueCo-owned Strasbourg for €21 million. The Ligue 1 club are owned by Chelsea’s owners, BlueCo, a consortium led by Todd Boehly, and often sign young players from the Premier League club on loan. The proposed €21 million deal for Washington, which eclipses Strasbourg’s record […]

James Lloyd  •  30 Aug 2024
Arsenal Agree Deal To Sign Bournemouth Goalkeeper Neto On Loan After Joan Garcia Talks Break Down

In the latest Arsenal transfer news, Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto is set to join on a season-long loan after talks with Espanyol’s Joan Garcia break down. Neto To Join Arsenal After Garcia Talks Reach Impasse Arsenal had identified Garcia has their top target to to replace Aaron Ramsdale, who is departing for Southampton. However, Espanyol are […]

James Lloyd  •  30 Aug 2024
The Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford Fight Has Been Put On Hold Due To WBO Order, But Canelo Remains Open

The long-awaited showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford may have to wait. WBO Order Throws a Wrench into the Canelo vs Crawford Plans While the WBO has ordered 154-lb champion Sebastian Fundora to defend against Crawford next, Canelo’s non-committal stance has left the door open for a potential Crawford vs. Fundora matchup. Fundora’s promoter, […]

James Lloyd  •  29 Aug 2024