Nick Ball to defend WBA Featherweight title against Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool
Scouser Nick Ball has confirmed his next fight will see him defend his WBA title against American Brandon Figueroa in Liverpool.
Ball will face the former two-weight world champion on Saturday the 7th February 2026 at the M&S Bank Arena...
What’s in store next at the M&S Bank Arena?
Throughout 2025, the M&S Bank Arena has hosted great sporting events and welcomed thousands of people.
Boxing, netball , running and darts are a few they have successfully hosted this year.
More exciting events are planned for sports lovers in 2026.
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Whitefield cricket club hosting Christmas foodbank donations
Whitefield (Roby) Cricket Club is opening its doors for members to donate non-perishable food items, as well as shampoo and shower gel.
The club posted on their Facebook page that they will be accepting contributions at select times on the...
Arne Slot and Xabi Alonso: a tale of two struggling managers
Rumours and speculation hang in the air over how much longer both Arne Slot and Xabi Alonso have as managers of their respective clubs despite this week's Champions League serving up differing fortunes.
The six time European Champions lifted the...
Why Bootle’s poor home form could cost them promotion
Bootle's away form is up there with the best in the league. The same can not be said of their home results. Cai Wilshaw takes a closer look.
Ahead of Bootle FC's home clash with Newcastle Town on Saturday,...
Listen: How the ‘Luke Littler Effect’ has revolutionised local darts
As Luke Littler sets out to defend his World Championship title at Alexandra Palace, his impact since he broke through on the same stage two years prior has been monumental.
Littler, now 18, rocked the darting world with a run...
Liverpool FC strikers – who’s the best option?
It’s no secret that Liverpool have been struggling across all areas of the pitch over the 25/26 Premier League season.
Having started the campaign on a four game winning streak, the team's form has become increasingly more concerning for fans...
Can Curtis Jones be the answer to Liverpool’s midfield problems
Curtis Jones was an integral part of Liverpool’s win away at Inter Milan on Tuesday evening, staking a strong claim to start for Arne Slot’s side going forward.
Jones faces stiff competition for a place in the Reds’ engine room,...
Richie Smallwood sees “confidence growing” for Tranmere
Richie Smallwood has revealed “the confidence is growing” after Tranmere’s recent form sees them only four points away from the play-offs.
Rovers are unbeaten in four games in League Two, including a last-minute winner at Grimsby and a 3-0 domination...
What the numbers say about Everton’s push up the table
With four wins in their last five games, Everton are third in the form table behind only Manchester City and Aston Villa.
They have also climbed to seventh place in the league table.
The Toffees have doubled their points tally in...
