Shane MacDermott

Shane MacDermott

Sports Writer

253 Articles

Favourite football team

Brentford

Favourite football ground

Griffin Park

Favourite sporting memory

2005 Ashes

Favourite sports movie

The Last Dance

Controversial opinion

Anything milder than a Medium at Nando's is pointless

Funniest sporting moment

Mark Williams doing his press conference naked after winning the 2018 World Championship

Shane is an experienced sports journalist with over a decade on the front line, covering everything from football to horse racing. A familiar face in the snooker pressroom, his work regularly appears in the Daily Mirror, Daily Express, and Daily Star, alongside SportsBoom.

While snooker is where many readers know him best, cricket is his true sporting passion, though he tends to keep that side of him separate from his professional beat.

A staunch traditionalist, he’s unlikely to share your enthusiasm if you believe The Hundred is the future of Test cricket.

latestArticlesBy Shane MacDermott

Go Ahead Eagles v Aston Villa FC - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD3

Football

Exclusive: Aston Villa Set to Reward Rising Star Morgan Rogers Amid Big Six Interest

Aston Villa is keen to retain midfielder Morgan Rogers amid interest from Premier League clubs like Chelsea, Tottenham, and Manchester United. The 23-year-old's impressive performances have caught the eye of top clubs, with Villa reportedly willing to hold out for around £100 million if he decides to move. Rogers joined Villa from Middlesbrough in 2021 and has quickly established himself as a rising star in world football.

Shane MacDermott

2025-10-31

Manchester City v SSC Napoli - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Football

Exclusive: Man City Plan for Life Without Rodri, Target Bundesliga and European Stars

Manchester City are preparing for potential departure of key player Rodri by considering replacements. Despite talks for contract extension, City are looking at options such as Said El Mala, Morten Hjulmand, and Aleksander Pavlovic. Rodri's injuries have raised doubts about his future.

Shane MacDermott

2025-10-31

Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League

Football

Exclusive: Juventus Ready January Move for Spurs’ Destiny Udogie Under Spalletti

Tottenham Hotspur's Destiny Udogie may be pursued by Juventus under new manager Luciano Spalletti. The defender, favored by Spalletti, could be lured to Turin for more playing time. Spurs may consider bids to make room for Thomas Frank's players.

Shane MacDermott

2025-10-31

Real Madrid CF v FC Barcelona - LaLiga EA Sports

Football

Exclusive: Relegation-Hit West Ham Plot Audacious Swoop for Real Madrid Starlet Endrick

West Ham are pursuing Real Madrid's Endrick, seeking to loan the frustrated Brazilian wonderkid for a chance at playing in the World Cup. Lyon leads potential suitors, with Brighton and Aston Villa also interested. Endrick's high wages are a sticking point in negotiations.

Shane MacDermott

2025-10-31

Shane MacDermott

Shane is also a key member of our dedicated Transfers team, with his ear to the ground and strong links to agents and club insiders, always ready to pick up the latest whispers from behind the scenes.