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Katarina Johnson-Thompson MBE could be looking ahead to another medal at the 2026 European Athletics Championship after success at the World Championships. Johnson-Thompson won bronze for her impressive performance in the Heptathlon in Tokyo last month. If she is to compete...

After news broke of Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite undergoing surgery this week, it seems likely that veteran Michael Keane will continue in his absence. The 32-year-old has started every game so far this season with Branthwaite sidelined due to a...

The secretary at Aintree Motorcycle Racing Club hopes the club can go against the perception that motorsport is only for the rich, but admits the hobby takes commitment.  Jamie O’Brien took over Aintree as Club Secretary following eight years of...

Joshua ‘The Fergs’ O’Sullivan eased his way past the competition to pick up the winner’s trophy in the first ever Prospect Darts tournament, hosted at Liverpool's Bluehouse. The home crowd’s cheers grew louder and louder throughout the night as the...

When Arne Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp in the Liverpool hotseat in summer 2024, the Dutchman had big boots to fill. Following in the footsteps of such an iconic manager was always going to be a big ask. But Slot exceeded...

A Liverpool-based running club is shining a light on how physical activity and social connection can make a real difference to mark Men's Mental Health Month in November. Penny Lane Striders hold clubs every Tuesday and Thursday for runners of...

By Grace Johnson AFC Liverpool’s vice captain says it is vital that they improve on their midweek point as they travel to Chadderton tomorrow. The draw, against Charnock Richard on Tuesday, saw them pick up their first point since their 5-1...

A Merseyside sports physiotherapist has explained why data shows that more male athletes suffer injuries than their female counterparts. Sports-related injuries have long been a prevalent issue across various disciplines. These injuries often result in athletes being sidelined.  Physiotherapist Scott Seddon...

Mersey Rowing Club is using the power of sport to improve men's mental wellbeing and challenge rowing's reputation as a sport for the wealthy. Based at Liverpool Watersports Centre on Queen's Dock, the club continues to attract newcomers to the...

The black Liverpool community is one of the oldest in Europe and to celebrate Black History Month, Mersey Sport Live has profiled nine inspirational Scousers. Black Liverpudlians have graced the stage in boxing, football, the Olympics, and many other sports. Their...