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A fascinating opening night in the Champions League last nighr There was also some drama in the third round of the Carabao Cup  Author | Josh D Let's explore some of the key talking points.  Arsenal start Champions League campaign with a win Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard came off the bench to deliver the goals as Arsenal opened their Champions League campaign with victory over Athletic Club. Martinelli needed just 36 seconds to make his mark, racing through to score after being set up by Trossard midway through the second half. The Brazilian then turned provider, beating his man before laying the ball back for Trossard to tuck in a second with four minutes to play. Mbappe penalties rescue Real Madrid Kylian Mbappé scored twice from the penalty spot as 10-man Real Madrid fought back to beat Marseille in their opening Champions League fixture . Madrid were dealt an early setback when Trent Alexander-Arnold hobbled off with a suspected hamstring injury inside thre...

A fantastic match at the MetLife Stadium Fluminense produced a stirring second-half comeback to defeat Ulsan HD 4-2 in a thrilling encounter at MetLife Stadium, a result that ends the South Korean side’s hopes of progressing in the tournament. Author | Josh D Already beaten in their opener by Mamelodi Sundowns, Ulsan needed a result to stay in contention. Instead, they were undone by a dominant Fluminense display, with the Brazilian side scoring three goals after the break to secure all three points. Fluminense took control from the outset, monopolising possession as Ulsan sat deep and absorbed pressure. The breakthrough came in the 27th minute when Jhon Arias bent a free-kick into the top right corner from 24 yards, giving goalkeeper Jo Hyeonwoo little chance. It was the tournament’s third direct free-kick goal, adding Arias to a list that includes CF Pachuca’s Bryan Gonzalez and Lionel Messi of Inter Miami. Ulsan responded in dramatic fashion. Their equaliser came from their firs...

All gaming fans love the launch of a new console We’re days away from the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, and excitement is starting to set in.  There will be midnight launches across the UK and people will be booking the day off work so they can play the latest titles in their favourite series.  Author |  Josh D Are you still on the fence about buying the new console? The Nintendo Switch 2 offers backwards compatibility, which means you can keep playing your collection of Switch 1 games. However, you’re likely more excited to explore the new features and titles for the console. Currently, the launch lineup for the Switch 2 is impressive. While there may be only a few first-party Nintendo games available, the excitement surrounding Mario Kart World alone makes it a worthy purchase on day one. A closer look at some of the launch titles Mario Kart World is the first major exclusive title for the Switch 2 and the first completely new Mario Kart game since 2014, ex...

This was a concerning match for St Helens Hull Kingston Rovers maintained their grip on the Super League summit with a commanding victory over St Helens, sending them into next Saturday’s Challenge Cup final at Wembley full of confidence. Author | Josh D Pre match at Craven Park The home side led 28-4 at the break, thanks to two tries by Jack Broadbent and strong finishes from Peta Hiku, Mikey Lewis and Elliot Minchella. Saints’ sole first-half try came from Lewis Murphy, who later almost reduced the deficit with an acrobatic effort ruled out just before Lewis added his second of the evening at the opposite end. Rovers’ dominant performance against the long-time Super League powerhouse, which lifted a record tenth title only three years ago, gives them ideal momentum ahead of their London showdown with Warrington Wolves. READ MORE |  Rugby League news and stories from the 2025 season READ MORE |  Wigan keep up pressure at the top of Super League Saints arrived in east Hull...

For fans of football gaming, the FIFA series (now known as EA FC) has long set the standard.  From retro glory to next-gen realism, each release has left a lasting impression. But which entries stand out as true legends? Here is personal ranking of Super News author Josh D and his top 5 favourite FIFA games ever, starting with the very best and working down. 1. FIFA 07 (PS2, GameCube, Xbox) – EA delivers a comeback 2006/2007 was the year of established organisations in football coming back to the top of their game. Manchester United won the title back from a Jose Mourinho inspired Chelsea and FIFA became the best football again after years of PES being top dog.  FIFA 07 offered the perfect mix of accessible gameplay, immersive career mode and a soundtrack that defined an era. Released during a golden period for sports gaming, this edition thrived on the PlayStation 2 and original Xbox. It introduced smarter AI and more realistic ball physics, creating a smoother, more lifelik...

What's your favourite movie tie-in? The world of movie-based video games doesn’t have the best reputation. We think that's unfair. Author- Josh D These games are often said to be rushed, poorly made and released to coincide with a film's marketing cycle. Throughout history though, many titles have broken this stereotype and delivered a genuinely enjoyable experience that does justice to both the game and the film it’s based on. GoldenEye 007  It’s rare that a film tie-in game ends up being more iconic than the film itself, but GoldenEye 007 is that rare gem. Released in 1997, two years after the Bond film, this first-person shooter by Rare turned the N64 into a must-have console. Its single-player campaign cleverly expanded on the film, but it was the four-player split-screen multiplayer that truly cemented its legacy. In a pre-online era, this game transformed living rooms into competitive battlegrounds and set the benchmark for future console shooters. Source | TURBO TE...

What’s your favourite track? Ahead of the upcoming release of Mario Kart World on the Nintendo Switch 2 , we thought we'd explore some of our favourite tracks from the iconic series. Author - Josh D 5. Waluigi Pinball (Nintendo DS) Before the release of this title, we had no idea that Waluigi was a pinball aficionado either. This is a colourful track with narrow, curved paths that resemble lanes inside a pinball machine. Our favourite section is the wide open area filled with round bumpers that racers fight desperately to avoid. 4. Rainbow Road (Nintendo 64) Throughout the entire series, gamers have grown to both love and loathe Rainbow Road and its many adaptations. Our favourite version is from Mario Kart 64. Like all the others, it feels like something of an endurance race. However, the reward for finishing first (especially on 150cc) definitely gives you a sense of accomplishment. READ MORE: The past, present and future of Nintendo READ MORE: Gaming news and reviews from Su...

Manchester United see off City to reach third straight Women's FA Cup final Holders Manchester United booked their place in a third consecutive FA Cup final with a composed and clinical win over local rivals Manchester City at the Joie Stadium. Author - Josh D The result brings a bitter end to City's hopes of silverware this season, capping off a campaign that never quite caught fire. United, who lifted the trophy for the first time last year, took control in the first half with goals from Celin Bizet and Grace Clinton giving them a deserved 2-0 lead at the interval. READ MORE: Football stories and match reports from Super News Affiliate READ MORE: European Super Football is the place for football news from across Europe City, hampered by a string of injuries to key players, struggled to muster a response despite the efforts of Brazilian forward Kerolin. Their best opportunity came in the second half when Phallon Tullis-Joyce produced a superb double save, first tipping Yui...

Hull FC maintained their strong start to the season with a win over Castleford It was a hard-fought victory over a struggling Castleford side. Author - Josh D Herman Ese'ese powered over early on to put the visitors ahead, but Rowan Milnes soon levelled the scores for the Tigers. youtu.be/9u6XR_lTUlQ?... [image or embed] — Super News Affiliate ( @sup3rnew5affiliate.bsky.social ) 28 March 2025 at 21:47 Aidan Sezer crossed under the posts, and Tom Briscoe finished smartly in the corner to give the Black and Whites an 18-6 lead at the break. Castleford’s Innes Senior was shown a yellow card for a high tackle on Cade Cust, who was forced off with an injury. Hull FC immediately capitalised, with Lewis Martin going over in the resulting play. Sezer added a penalty to put the game beyond reach, though the hosts hit back late on. Former Hull FC player Tex Hoy produced a superb solo try before Josh Simm touched down, but it was little more than a consolation. The win means Hull FC have ...

Is he the best NBA player of all time? LeBron James made NBA history once again, becoming the first player ever to hit 50,000 combined points as he powered the Los Angeles Lakers to a dominant win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Author - Josh D Source | NBA on ESPN The 40-year-old superstar hit the milestone early in the first quarter of the Lakers’ 136-115 victory, collecting a pass from Luka Dončić before drilling a deep 25-foot three-pointer. Already the league’s all-time leading scorer, James finished the night with 34 points, taking his career total to 50,033—over 6,000 ahead of second-placed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. His record-breaking tally includes an NBA-best 41,871 regular season points, alongside 8,162 in the playoffs, where he also holds the top spot. Click here to explore more iconic sporting moments James reached the landmark deep into his 22nd season, matching Vince Carter for the most campaigns played in league history. Dončić provided strong support with 30 points, 15 a...

Billing rescues late point for Napoli in title showdown with Inter On-loan Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing came off the bench to snatch a crucial late equaliser for Napoli in a pulsating 1-1 draw against Serie A title rivals Inter Milan. Author - Josh D Federico Dimarco had given Inter the lead in spectacular fashion, bending a stunning free-kick over the Napoli wall and into the top corner, leaving Alex Meret with no chance. Match highlights | Highlights from Serie A Napoli took control from there, with Romelu Lukaku, facing his former club, and Scotland international Scott McTominay both going close to levelling. But it was Billing, a January arrival from Bournemouth, who made the difference. Latching onto a pass from Stanislav Lobotka, the Danish midfielder saw his initial effort saved by Josep Martinez but reacted quickest to turn in the rebound and rescue a vital point. Click here for more football news from Super News Affiliate The result means defending champions Inte...

Why has Pokémon captured the attention of different generations? Pokémon was introduced to the world in 1996 and quickly captured everyone's attention. Author - Josh D Within a few years, many Pokémon video games had been released alongside the TV series and merchandise lines. Who can forget the trading cards? Its popularity exploded, and it very rarely strayed from the attention of many. Similar franchises (hello Digimon) fell away from the people's attention, Pokémon has remained popular. Why is that? Let's explore some of the reasons.  The iconic video games The first entries into the video games series were Pokémon Red and Blue. Gamers all over the world became obsessed and by 1998, they had sold over ten million units in Japan. Eventually this enormous popularity was replicated in the United States and the United Kingdom, perhaps showing that this wasn't a mere passing fad and possibly something taking over the world. The video games didn't start the series...

A glorious show was put on by Maribou State as they return to the live music scene.  For those fans packing out venues across the UK, these gigs have come hot on the heels of their newest album, Hallucinating Love. A great chance to see the group work their magic in real-time. Author - Josh D Maribou State in Glasgow tonight. I I was just a casual fan, but they put on a great show. Definite recommend! [image or embed] — johndonn.bsky.social ( @johndonn.bsky.social ) 9 February 2025 at 01:19 They open with Nervous Tics, arguably one of the funkiest songs ever written about emotional detachment. On the recorded version, it’s sung by co-writer Holly Walker, whose cool, detached vocals are a defining feature of the band’s sound. But for this tour, live vocals come from Talulah Ruby, whose rich, soulful voice brings a different energy. Two tracks in particular – Steal and Midas – see her performing at what feels like full power, met with thunderous cheers from the crowd.  Th...