Marco Bianchi 
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott is on trial at Glasgow’s High Court facing child sex abuse charges dating from 1993 to 2010. He denies the allegations, while the prosecution presents testimony from a female witness describing inappropriate behavior.
The Scottish League Cup quarter‑finals have been scheduled, with Rangers set to host Celtic at Ibrox on Sunday 13 September. The Old Firm clash follows previous cup meetings where Celtic won on penalties. The article also lists the other quarter‑final fixtures.
Cliftonville FC members approved a £3 million takeover by the Toronto Investment Group, with 81% voting in favour at an Extraordinary General Meeting. The deal, backed by investors Drew Green, John Muffolini, Ron Davidson and Conor Devine, will see the Canadian consortium provide transfer funds, shift the club to a full‑time model and propose stadium redevelopment.
Wales centre Eddie James has agreed a new contract extension with the Scarlets, committing his future to the region ahead of the 2026-27 season. The 24‑year‑old, a regular in the Wales squad, chose to stay with his home club despite having a year left on his previous deal. The club also announced several new signings as part of its squad rebuild.
Two‑time Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard suffered a broken collarbone on stage 15 of the 2026 Tour, forcing him to undergo surgery and miss the remainder of the season, including the World Championships. Team officials said the decision also reflects the heavy race schedule he has already completed this year.
Former Wales and Cardiff centre Willis Halaholo announced his retirement at age 36, citing persistent injuries despite his desire to continue. Halaholo, who earned nine caps for Wales and later represented Tonga, leaves Cardiff after eight seasons and will return to New Zealand to play for Bay of Plenty and pursue coaching.
Cagliari Calcio announced that 20‑year‑old striker Yael Trepy is in intensive care following a reported swimming‑pool accident in Sardinia. The club said it is in constant contact with the hospital and the player’s family while requesting privacy. Trepy, who joined the club’s academy in 2022, had featured in recent matches including a Coppa Italia win over Arezzo.
Tottenham Hotspur have agreed to loan their goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario to Serie A side Juventus, with an option to buy for £8.6 million. The 29‑year‑old Italy international is moving after losing his place at Spurs under manager Roberto de Zerbi, who has promoted Antonin Kinsky and signed Martin Dubravka as competition.
Cameroon cruised to a 3-0 victory over debutants Malawi to claim their first ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in Rabat. Goals from Marie Ngah Manga, Naomi Eto and a late strike by Eto sealed the win, earning Cameroon $2m in prize money and a place at the 2027 Women’s World Cup.
Rui Oliveira claimed his first professional road victory by winning the final stage of the Volta a Portugal in his hometown of Porto. He dedicated the win to the family of 19‑year‑old British rider Finlay Tarling, who died in an accident earlier in the race. The stage concluded with a sprint finish, while French rider Alexis Guerin secured the overall race win.