By: Matt Hardy

Deputy Sports Editor - City AM Matt is the Deputy Sports Editor covering sport, the business of sport and the politics of sport. He covers the likes of football, rugby, cricket, Formula 1, golf and tennis.

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Davis Cup: Great Britain vs Colombia preview

February 2, 2023

Davis Cup weekends seem to come around more and more often these days and Great Britain are in action this weekend in their qualifier tie against Colombia. Here’s what you need to know about the tie. What is it This weekend sees the Davis Cup qualifiers take place. This is the first round of the [...]
Six Nations: Ones to watch ahead of the Championship

February 2, 2023

The Six Nations squads have no shortage of grizzled stalwarts, but this year’s Championship also sees youngsters from across the big domestic leagues given the chance to shine over the coming weeks. Here, City A.M. picks one player to watch from each of the countries. Italy – Ange Capuozzo Current world breakthrough player of the [...]
Six Nations: Smith and Farrell at 10 and 12 as England name Calcutta Cup team

February 2, 2023

England captain Owen Farrell will partner fly-half Marcus Smith in Saturday’s Six Nations Calcutta Cup clash. The veteran playmaker was always set to be in the starting XV against Scotland at Twickenham but there were questions over Marcus Smith’s inclusion. Under new coach Steve Borthwick there has been talk of England playing just one of [...]
Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has attempted rape charges dropped

February 2, 2023

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has had all charges dropped against him. The 21-year-old faced a number of allegations including assault, attempted rape and controlling and coercive behaviour. His trial was originally set for 27 November with the case having been opened opened in January of 2022. “Criminal proceedings against a 21-year-old man in connection [...]
England name ODI and T20 squads for Bangladesh tour with Ahmed and Abell given first white-ball call-ups

February 2, 2023

Rehan Ahmed and Tom Abell could make their limited overs debuts next month after the duo were named in England’s squads for their tour to Bangladesh. England head to the country next month for three T20 matches and thee ODI matches. Sadiq Mahmood has returned to the 50-over side for the first time since he [...]
Six Nations: Where do Scotland play, when did they last win, what is their anthem and who is their coach?

February 2, 2023

Scotland open their account against England in this year’s Six Nations. Here is what you need to know about the side ahead of the Calcutta Cup. Scotland History Scotland are the only side besides Italy to have never won the Six Nations championship, despite having success in its predecessor the Five Nations. They have not [...]
Six Nations: Caluctta Cup has extra special edge and Doddie Weir Cup will mean so much more this year for Scotland, says Gavin Hastings

February 1, 2023

Scotland can be in buoyant mood as they travel down from the Highlands to London ahead of this weekend’s Calcutta Cup, for the national team have enjoyed their last two visits to Twickenham in the Six Nations. A 38-38 draw in 2019 and a 11-6 win in 2021 have almost taken the edge of what [...]
Six Nations: Where do Italy play, when did they last win, what is their anthem and who is their coach?

February 1, 2023

The newest side in the competition have something to prove in this year’s Six Nations. Here’s what you need to know about Italy. Italy History Italy are the baby of the Championship, joining in 2000 to form the Six Nations. In that time, they have finished bottom the most and have never won the title [...]
Six Nations: Where do Ireland play, when did they last win, what is their anthem and who is their coach?

January 31, 2023

Ireland are world No1 heading into the Six Nations and have two mighty games – against France and England – at home this season. Ireland History They are seen as one of the fiercest competitors in the Six Nations with passionate fans and a strong domestic system feeding quality players. The Republic of Ireland and [...]
Welsh legend Davies hopes teams open up to Netflix in Six Nations

January 30, 2023

Welsh cross-code rugby legend Jonathan Davies believes the upcoming Six Nations documentary can be crucial in helping rugby get ahead of the curve. The 37-cap back, known as Jiffy, has said Netflix’s venture into the sport can be a good addition ahead of the Championship kicking off this weekend. “I think it’d be interesting to [...]

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