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Nottingham Forest in talks to sign Ziolkowski
Roma needs to make capital gains by June 30 to comply with the settlement agreement with UEFA, and among the players who could be sacrificed is Jan Ziolkowski.The Polish defender arrived in the summer...
Arsenal and France defender William Saliba could miss World Cup
Wiliam Saliba (25) played all 120 minutes of Saturday’s UEFA Champions League final as Arsenal lost to reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain on penalties. However, Foot Mercato understands that t...
Wrexham platform driving Hyam's Scotland dream
Defender Dom Hyam says his form with Wrexham has been pivotal to his re-introduction to the Scotland squad for the 2026 World Cup.
DC Defenders vs. Orlando Storm - Live Score
View the DC Defenders vs. Orlando Storm game played on June 07, 2026. Box score, stats, odds, highlights, play-by-play, social & more
West Ham United defender Hansen sustains ACL injury
West Ham United defender Tuva Hansen has sustained an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury.The Hammers confirmed the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 28-year-old Nor...
Eagles defenders poised for larger roles entering 2026 season
From Jalyx Hunt to Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Andrew Mukuba, several Eagles defenders are positioned for larger roles entering 2026.
Steelers rookie admits to major NFL speed difference
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Gennings Dunker didn't mince words when he described the speed difference between collegiate and NFL defenders.
Defender Cooper signs new Altrincham contract
Long-serving Altrincham centre-back Jake Cooper signs a new deal to keep him at the National League club for the 2026-27 season.
Konate expresses sadness over Liverpool goodbye
France defender Ibrahima Konate says he will leave Liverpool with "lifelong memories" after experiencing "highs and lows" during his time at Anfield.
Panthers may finally have the key to unlocking young defender
One of the Panthers' big free-agent signings may be the key to unlocking another starting defender.
Liverpool seriously considering re-signing academy graduate for €80m
Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool when his contract expires. Despite talks stretching back to November 2023 no accord could be found between the French defender and the outgoing Premier League...
Fox Sports lists one Ohio State player as a 2026 breakout candidate
Fox Sports identified ten possible breakout candidates for the 2026 college football season. One player is a transfer defender for Ohio State.
From The Sports Desk: Game 7 incoming
Who will take the West between the Spurs and Thunder? We break that down, plus our World Cup player spotlight features one of the best defenders in the world.
Cardiff pair in BBC's League One team of season
Cardiff City defenders Joel Bagan and Dylan Lawlor have been named in BBC Sport's League One team of the season. Both players are graduates of the Bluebirds academy and played a key role as Brian Barry-Murphy's side secured an instant return to the Championship. Bagan, 24, scored once in 52 games in all competitions during the season and recently signed a new four-year contract with Cardiff.
Microsoft Defender can now automatically isolate hacked endpoints
Microsoft is testing a new Defender for Endpoint capability that will automatically isolate compromised endpoints to thwart attackers' attempts to move laterally across the network.
WNBA power rankings: Top defenders for all 15 teams include A'ja Wilson
The Atlanta Dream have the top defensive ranking in the league at 97.3.Who are the best defenders on each team? We break it down.
Williams to leave Liverpool this summer
Defender Rhys Williams will leave Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of June. The centre-half was part of Liverpool's FA Youth Cup-winning squad in 2019 and made his debut under Jurgen Klopp the following year. As injuries struck in defence, he played in 19 matches during the 2020-21 campaign to help the Reds clinch Champions League qualification with a third-placed finish in the Premier League.
Dolphins oldest defender details importance of OTAs with new staff
The Miami Dolphins have some strong leaders on the roster, but defensive lineman Zach Sieler is one of the best.
Budget conference: State prosecutors, public defense lawyers to get pay bumps and more jobs, but there's a huge disparity
State Attorney Offices are teed up for more jobs and bigger raises, creating a recruitment and retention issue for Public Defenders.
Bisseck on ‘flattering’ Bayern Munich interest, but happy at Inter
Yann Bisseck said it is ‘flattering’ to be linked with clubs like Bayern Munich, but he is ‘not thinking’ about leaving Inter for now.The defender had already been approached by Crystal Palace...
2026 UFL Week 9 Results: Storm Defeat Defenders For Third Straight Win
Here are the results from Week 9 of the 2026 UFL season.
Local Roundup: UCD’s Connors named to Hero Sports list
Hero Sports has named UC Davis linebacker Porter Connors the 10th-best returning linebacker among this year's batch in the Football Championship Subdivision, placing one of the best defenders in the
Report: Brighton pushing to sign defender in £11m deal
Brighton Target Costinha as Right Back Search IntensifiesBrighton & Hove Albion are advancing talks to sign Olympiacos right back Costinha, with The Athletic reporting that discussions are centred on ...
Landon Jackson’s new role equates to best-case scenario
The second-year Bills defender now fits into a role best suited for him
From Germany: Josko Gvardiol targets summer Manchester City exit
Croatian international defender Josko Gvardiol is reportedly considering a departure from the Etihad Stadium after just three seasons in England.Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich are monitoring th...
Rangers & Hearts linked with defenders
Rangers and Hearts linked with defenders as Aberdeen offer new terms to captain.
Roberts and Sweeney among seven to leave Stevenage
Midfielder Jordan Roberts and defender Dan Sweeney are among seven players released by League One club Stevenage.
O'Neill urges Celtic to move quick on manager
Celtic manager's advice to club, Hearts boss on title pain and Aberdeen defender linked with move.
'Anything can happen in a final' - Ait-Nouri
Manchester City defender Rayan Ait-Nouri says "anything can happen" in Saturday's FA Cup final against Chelsea. "It means a lot to me," he told Total Sport's Mark Crossley. Chelsea is a tough team, they have a lot of very good players.
Rihanna home shooting case clouded by mental health concerns
A public defender representing Ivanna Ortiz, a 35-year-old Florida woman accused opening fire on Rihanna's West L.A. home with an assault rifle in March, said Wednesday that mental health concerns be an issue in her case as she faces charges of attempted murder and assault.
Motherwell captain Inglis to retire at end of season
Motherwell captain Gill Inglis says it's a "strange mix of emotions" after announcing she will retire from football at the end of the season. The 35-year-old defender has spent almost two decades in the SWPL and seven consecutive seasons captaining Motherwell, driving the club to their highest league finish and two Scottish Cup semi-final appearances. Inglis insists it wasn't an "easy decision," but feels it's the right time to hang up her boots following the birth of her son Louie.
Ben White injury: Arsenal and England defender a major doubt for World Cup as knee issue ends season
Stardom and scholarships? Year 1 of WPIAL girls flag football showcased growing opportunities
Lilly Trgovic caught a swing pass out of the backfield, turned her eyes upfield and juked to her left. She snaked through a couple defenders and darted...
Real Madrid make contact with agent of Manchester City defender
Real Madrid are in the market for a new central defender, with that being one of their priorities for the summer transfer window. The expected departure of David Alaba, coupled with the possible one o...
Sporting KC signs Pierre Lurot to short-term agreement from SKC II
Sporting Kansas City announced today that the club has signed Sporting KC II defender Pierre Lurot to a short-term agreement ahead of the club’s road match against the Portland Timbers on Saturday night at Providence Park. The call up marks the fourth and final available short-term agreements of the 2026
Many Bills defensive contributors in 2025 remain free agents
Many of the Bills defenders from a season ago are still free agents
Germany defender Sule to retire this summer aged 30
Borussia Dortmund and Germany defender Niklas Sule chooses to retire this summer at the age of 30.
Commanders' defender busy trying to recruit two prominent free agents
Charles Omenihu is busy trying to recruit more help for the Commanders.
Steelers Reunite With Just-Released Defender
The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back one of their recently-released defenders. This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Steelers Reunite With Just-Released Defender
Borussia Dortmund reach agreement with RB Salzburg’s Joane Gadou
Borussia Dortmund are close to securing their first signing under new sporting director Ole Book.According to Sky Germany, the Black and Yellows have reached an agreement with RB Salzburg defender Joa...
'We know anything can happen'
Newcastle United defender Dan Burn says the players are "going to give it a good push" for a European spot in the final three games of the season. The Magpies are six points off seventh place in the table, which would guarantee Conference League football, with fixtures against Nottingham Forest, West Ham and Fulham still to come.
Microsoft Defender Misidentifies DigiCert Certificates As Malware, Triggering Global Disruptions
A significant technical malfunction in Microsoft Defender has triggered widespread alarm across the global cybersecurity community, after the platform mistakenly identified legitimate digital certificates issued by DigiCert as malicious software. The error, which surfaced in late April, led to false
Renaud to seal summer move to Hearts
Hearts linked with young defender on loan in Northern Ireland as French midfielder moves closer to Tynecastle switch.
Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy injured in Madrid's win over Espanyol
Defender Ferland Mendy was injured 10 minutes into Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Sunday. The 30-year-old Mendy, who has suffered a series of injuries this season, was a member of the French squad at the 2024 European Championship but hasn't been called up since then. Mendy has played only nine matches with Real Madrid this season.
Analysis: De Zerbi channels positive performance
Roberto De Zerbi had demanded all negative thoughts be dismissed as he attempted to salvage safety in this wretched, turbulent season for Spurs. The response on the pitch was also outstanding as they tore into Villa from the first whistle, pressing high to force goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and his defenders into poor clearances and uncertainty. Spurs suddenly looked like a team bursting with self-belief and confidence as the hosts, closing in on a place in next season's Champions League, were run ragged.
Rams Decline Fifth Year Option For Defender
The Rams made the decision to decline cornerback Emmanuel Forbes' fifth-year option after the team spent big money on the secondary. The post Rams Decline Fifth Year Option For Defender appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Microsoft Defender wrongly flags DigiCert certs as Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha
Microsoft Defender is detecting legitimate DigiCert root certificates as Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha, resulting in widespread false-positive alerts, and in some cases, removing certificates from Windows.
Microsoft Defender Mistakenly Flags DigiCert Root Certificates as Malware
Microsoft Defender triggered widespread false positive alerts after a faulty security update caused it to flag two legitimate DigiCert root certificates as malicious, potentially disrupting SSL/TLS validation and code-signing operations across enterprise environments worldwide.
Microsoft Defender flagging "Cerdigent" trojan malware on Windows 11, Server PCs worldwide
Microsoft Defender is flagging “Cerdigent” trojan malware alerts on Windows 11 and Windows Server PCs across multiple regions worldwide.
✒️ Fulham star celebrates new contract with PL goal
It's been a fine week for Fulham full-back Ryan Sessegnon. The Cottagers defender committed his future to the London club this week by extending his contract until the end of the 2026/27 season.And, t...
Nuggets respond after Jaden McDaniels calls out team's 'bad defenders' after Game 2 upset: 'Let them talk'
Agent's Take: Did the Browns modify Myles Garrett's contract to facilitate trading their star defender?
Are the Browns seriously considering trading their two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year?
Salmon contract signing another great step for young defender
Arsenal have announced that 16-year-old centre back Marli Salmon has signed a pre-contract agreement which will mean he signs a first professional contract when he turns 17 in August. Salmon was taken on the tour of Hong Kong and Singapore and impressed the coaching staff, featuring in games against Newcastle and AC Milan. The centre-back made his debut in the Champions League in the 3-0 win over Club Brugge and has also made three appearances in the FA Cup, starting the win over Mansfield.
Bonucci ‘dreaming’ of Guardiola as Italy coach
Leonardo Bonucci admits it’s ‘very hard’ to see Pep Guardiola as the Italy national team coach, but ‘dreaming doesn’t cost anything.’Former Italy defender Bonucci dreams of Guardiola’s a...
Report: Giants unlikely to trade Kayvon Thibodeaux
The Giants traded defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals over the weekend, but a report on Monday indicates that they aren't expected to ship out another veteran defender ahead of the draft.
Real Madrid offer one-year extension to defensive leader
Real Madrid are laying the groundwork for next season, and one of the most important priorities at the back involves Antonio Rudiger. The German defender, who has re-established himself as a key figu...
Defender knocks back Barcelona contract offer
Barcelona are gearing up for a huge summer, but before the transfer window opens, they have a number of contract situations to resolve. The big one centres on Robert Lewandowski, but another whose cur...
Top safety dubbed ideal pick for Bears in 1st round of 2026 NFL Draft
Bleacher Report dubbed this playmaking defender as an ideal pick for the Chicago Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Support from the fans will be crucial, says Zabaleta
Former City defender Pablo Zabaleta believes the Blues faithful will be important as we fight tooth and nail in the final stages of the 2025-26 season. Men's Team City will fight to give Bernardo the ...
With a health issue, Real Madrid player loses SIX kilos 🤕
Real Madrid defender Asensio has already lost 6 kg due to gastritis, which had already ruled him out of the Champions League match against Bayern Munich.The player underwent tests this Saturday (18). ...
USWNT beats Japan 3-0, displaying dominance after Tuesday’s loss
On a cool night at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colo., the U.S. women’s national team didn’t just beat Japan, it looked like itself again. And at the very center of their 3-0 score was defender Kennedy Wesley. After a scoreless first half, Wesley set up Naomi Girma in the 47th minute, who calmly finished at the back post. Less than 10 minutes after the first goal, Wesley intercepted a pass and found Lindsey Heaps in midfield. Heaps slipped it to Rodman, who dribbled her defender
Pictures: Orlando Magic rout Charlotte to clinch Playoff Spot
Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner (middle) scores between Charlotte defenders Brandon Miller (24) and Miles Bridges (0) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley signals during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026.
WATCH: Ring of Famer Steve Foley reflects on induction into Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
Tune in as Ring of Fame safety Steve Foley is inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, adding to the former Orange Crush defender's impressive resume.
Hackers are abusing unpatched Windows security flaws to hack into organizations
A security researcher published details of three security vulnerabilities in Windows Defender, and the code used to exploit them. Now, hackers are taking advantage of the vulnerabilities in real life attacks, according to a cybersecurity firm.
Video: How JD Vance Is Being Tested as Trump’s Chief Defender
Vice President JD Vance has been tasked with defending the Iran war and President Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo XIV. Our White House correspondent Zolan Kanno-Youngs describes how that’s put Vance in a particularly difficult position.
Three Microsoft Defender Zero-Days Actively Exploited; Two Still Unpatched
Three Defender zero-days exploited since April 10, 2026, enabling privilege escalation and DoS, forcing isolation of affected systems.
Microsoft Defender 0-Day Vulnerability “RedSun” Enables Full SYSTEM Access
A researcher known as “Chaotic Eclipse” released a PoC exploit for a Microsoft Defender zero-day, “RedSun,” on GitHub.
Joel Connelly, longtime Seattle political columnist, dies
Former Seattle Post-Intelligencer columnist Joel Connelly was a respected political commentator and fierce defender of the Pacific Northwest's wilderness areas.
2026 NFL Draft final combined big board: Buckeyes defender is No. 1, with Fernando Mendoza right behind him and Rueben Bain Jr. top-5
Angry researcher drops second Windows Defender zero-day exploit: “They mopped the floor with me”
A disgruntled researcher released a second zero-day Windows Defender exploit, dubbed RedSun, shortly after Microsoft patched the first vulnerability.
Today’s Papers – Allegri’s frosty relationship with Milan, Yildiz’s knee problems
La Gazzetta dello SportRoma tension, Ranieri could even leaveGasp wants full trustInter, Bastoni takes a breakChivu changes; the defender is tired and will miss Cagliari.Devil of a nineJuve slow down,...
Attorney says suspect in attack on OpenAI CEO's home was in midst of 'mental health crisis'
The man accused of trying to kill OpenAI CEO Sam Altman by throwing a Molotov cocktail at his San Francisco home was experiencing a mental health crisis and has been overcharged by prosecutors, his public defender said Tuesday.
Suspect Was in Apparent Mental Health Crisis During Attack on Sam Altman’s House
The San Francisco Public Defender’s office said 20-year-old Daniel Moreno-Gama was in the midst of acute mental illness when he attacked the OpenAI CEO’s home and offices, and was “overcharged” by local and national authorities.
Patriots draft profile: Kayden McDonald is a dominant run defender
The Ohio State product is the best defensive tackle in this class.
New York Giants land 'surprise' defender in latest CBS Sports mock draft
In the latest CBS Sports mock draft, the New York Giants pass on commonly projected prospects in favor of a "surprise" defender.
Cowboys draft rumor shot down by star defender’s 30 visit
How would you feel about Jermod McCoy?
NFL Draft 2026: Ohio State has 3 defenders who are worth top-10 picks, positional value be damned
2026 NFL mock draft: Cowboys trade up for star defender as one pick is made for each NFL team
Dallas trades up to No. 6 in our latest mock, plus nine offensive linemen come off the board in Round 1.
Cash expects a tough match in Italy
Bologna have become a familiar face for the Aston Villa faithful in recent times. Not only did the sides play eachother in the group stage of the Europa League earlier this season, but they also met in last season's Champions League campaign. Unai Emery's side came out on top on both occaisions, but Villa defender Matty Cash is not expecting an easy ride.
All-SEC safety to visit Commanders ahead of NFL draft
The Commanders will host an All-SEC defender with a history of creating turnovers.
New York Giants’ star defender Dexter Lawrence salary demands revealed
The NFL is not only preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft—it has already begun voluntary workouts. Teams are now seeing players report for workouts, recovery plans, and general wellness checks. One notable name is absent from the New York Giants’…
Scotland treating qualifiers like play-offs, says Clark
Scotland are treating their Women's World Cup qualifying double-headers like play-offs, says defender Jenna Clark. After each side won their opening two qualifiers, Scotland and Belgium meet on 14 and 18 April in Group B4. In June, Scotland play Israel home and away while Belgium meet Luxembourg twice.
'The ultimate honour' - have your say on Maguire's new deal
Harry Maguire says playing for Manchester United is the "ultimate honour" after signing a new contract extension until June 2027, with the option for a further year. The 33-year-old central defender's current deal was due to expire at the end of this season. Maguire has made 266 appearances for United since signing for £80m from Leicester in 2019 - then a world-record transfer fee for a defender - and has since won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup with the club, as well as having a spell as captain.
Harry Maguire signs contract extension at Man United
Harry Maguire signed a one-year contract extension at Manchester United on Tuesday, with the option of a further 12 months. The England defender was due to be out of contract at the end of the season. Maguire joined United from Leicester in 2019 for $97 million, which was a world-record transfer for a defender.
Arteta on key fitness news, doubters and hunger
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Tuesday's Champions League game against Sporting CP at Estadio Jose Alvalade (kick-off 20:00 BST). On the latest team news, Arteta confirmed defender Gabriel is fit after coming off with a knock in the defeat to Southampton in the FA Cup.
Luca Langoni sparks Revolution to 3-0 victory over Montreal
Luca Langoni scored early before notching his league-high fifth assist on defender Mamadou Fofana's first career goal, and the New England Revolution beat CF Montreal 3-0 on Saturday. New England (2-3-0) has lost all three of its road matches under first-year coach Marko Mitrović, but the Revolution have won their two home matches by a combined 9-1 score. Montreal falls to 1-5-0 as ends a six-match road trip to begin the season.
🎥 Ben White's nightmare continues with shocking FA Cup mistake
It's not easy being Ben White at the moment.The Arsenal defender found himself booed by England supporters on his long-awaited international return, and things have not gotten much better at club leve...
'Like two heavyweights throwing haymakers at each other'
Thirty years on from Liverpool beating Newcastle 4-3 in one of the Premier League's greatest ever matches, former Reds player Jason McAteer, former Magpies defender Steve Howey, the Anfield Wrap's Ian Ryan and the Athletic's George Caulkin join Alistair Bruce-Ball on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily to reflect on a true classic. "A game like that kind of takes a life of its own", recalled McAteer.
Year 2 Jaguars' defender has Liam Coen's attention in 2026
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen named Caleb Ransaw as a player he’s most excited to watch heading into the 2026 season.
'Foden needed a big performance... it did not happen'
Phil Foden's World Cup audition ended painfully with the consoling arm of England head coach Thomas Tuchel around his shoulder. The 25-year-old's face was a picture of hurt, primarily from a dreadful challenge by Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo that left him clutching his ankle, but also after a display that left his chances of making the cut for this summer's showpiece in the balance. The Manchester City forward was given the opportunity to strike first in the fight for a fiercely competitive number 10 position as he started ahead of Chelsea's Cole Palmer.
All-Pro defender named Dallas Cowboys' most overpaid player
It looked like sky was the limit for Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland following the 2023 NFL season. In just his second season in the NFL, Bland led the league in interceptions and was named a Pro Bowler and First-team All-Pro. As a result, he was recently named Dallas’ most overpaid player by Brad Gagnon of Blecher Report.
Yet another injury issue has struck a Manchester City defender
John Stones has once again endured an injury-ravaged season for Manchester City. The silky centre-back has only made 15 appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side in all competitions. Injuries have destro...
Atletico Madrid add Inter defender to summer transfer shortlist
Atletico Madrid are set for another busy summer transfer window, with several areas of Diego Simeone’s squad needing to be addressed. One of those is left-back, which has been a position of concern ...
Can Manchester City's Guehi play in EFL Cup final?
Manchester City will be without a key defender for Sunday's final at Wembley against Arsenal.
Wisconsin's Caroline Harvey wins Kazmaier Award as top player
Wisconsin defender Caroline Harvey voted as the winner of the Patty Kazaier Memorial Award for college women's hockey's top player.
Panthers re-sign starting defender
The Panthers brought back a starting defender on Saturday.
Titans add impact defender in latest CBS Sports post-free agency mock
The Tennessee Titans have added multiple free agents on defense, but that doesn't stop one analyst from giving them another impact defender in the draft.
Commanders sign Super Bowl champion defender from Chiefs
The Commanders have become aggressive defensive spenders, this time adding Super Bowl winning defender Charles Omenihu.
Dolphins re-sign pair of defenders as free agency opens
The Miami Dolphins had several players hitting the market when the new league year officially started, but they kept two late Tuesday afternoon.