From Frazier in Manila to Wardley in Manchester, the decision to stop a fight remains boxing’s greatest moral test, writes JOHN WIGHT
FOR the majority of clubs on the football pyramid, the last two seasons have been a story of cancellation, curtailment and expunction.
This has meant uncertain times for thousands of grassroots and non-league teams beyond the Premier League and Football League, many of whom have been left in limbo.
Non-league clubs were the first to welcome fans back to their grounds and were able to set an example to other organisations looking to organise sporting events safely, but they were also the most affected whenever Covid-19 restrictions were ramped up.
From pirate statues to surplus Wembley seats, The Dripping Pan offers a reminder that the game’s soul survives beyond the Premier League glare, writes LAYTH YOUSIF
Slot’s Reds face potential attacking blow with Salah away and Isak injured
JAMES NALTON writes how at the heart of the big apple, the beautiful game exists as something more community-oriented, which could benefit hugely under mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani



