Featured
Last news
After record rain, typhoon threatens new challenge to Asian Games
First there was a record deluge, then a shortage of beds and now Asian Games organisers in Japan are "praying" that a typhoon does not play havoc with a cruise ship housing thousands of athletes.
Klopp calls up 44 players in huge first Germany squad
Germany coach Jurgen Klopp handed 16 players their first call-ups on Thursday as he unveiled a 44-man squad for his first camp since taking over as coach in the summer.
Asian Games chief defends 'functional' rooms after backlash
Accommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is "functional" and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntled teams, a chief organiser told AFP.
Croc-habitat gets green light for 2032 Olympic rowing
A river home to crocodiles was approved Thursday as the 2032 Brisbane Olympics rowing and canoeing venue by the sport's governing bodies after a "thorough and robust assessment".
Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph
Lionel Messi headed a goal and provided an assist as Inter Miami won the Campeones Cup on Wednesday, beating Cruz Azul 2-0 in the annual clash between Major League Soccer and Mexican Liga MX champions.
Smith still haunted by 'Sandpapergate' as he prepares for South Africa Tests
Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the infamous "Sandpapergate" ball-tampering scandal in 2018, but the former Australia skipper is undaunted about returning to South Africa for his first Test series since.
NFL Chiefs' Kelce among investors bilked in Ponzi scheme
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, husband of singer Taylor Swift, was among investors defrauded out of millions of dollars by a financial adviser who is going to prison.
Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stake to Clearlake Capital
Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter have sold their stakes in the Premier League side to majority owner Clearlake Capital, which has assumed full control, the club announced Wednesday.
U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates New Partnership with the Historic Greenwich Polo Club at the 2026 East Coast Open Presented by Audi
Prestigious Sport and Lifestyle Event Draws International Competition.
Carrick takes the blame as troubled Man Utd suffer League Cup misery
Michael Carrick took the blame for Manchester United's stunning League Cup collapse against Brighton after furious fans jeered his side at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Barca hit Racing for seven as Atletico crush Osasuna
Raphinha scored a hat-trick as La Liga leaders Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph on Wednesday.
Barcelona hit seven in Racing Santander rout
Raphinha scored a hat-trick as Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph in La Liga on Wednesday.
Amorim's Milan beaten by Benfica, Sunderland make dream European return
AC Milan slipped to their first defeat under Ruben Amorim with a 2-0 home loss to Benfica as the Europa League got under way on Wednesday, while Sunderland won on their return to Europe after a 53-year absence.
Man Utd misery mounts after League Cup collapse against Brighton
Manchester United's problems mounted as they crashed out of the League Cup after blowing a two-goal lead in a stunning 3-2 defeat against Brighton on Wednesday.
Seahawks rule out Darnold for Sunday game at Arizona
Reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle will be without injured quarterback Sam Darnold when the Seahawks visit Arizona next weekend, coach Mike Macdonald said on Wednesday.
Mbappe explains Ceuta shirt stance after criticism
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe said on Wednesday that he wanted to make a gesture in support of immigrants who had lost their lives by not wearing a t-shirt in support of the people of Ceuta properly.
England were 'waiting for death' in World Cup semi-final defeat: Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel said that England were "waiting for death" in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina as the Three Lions boss mounted another defence of his controversial substitutions.
Improving Atletico cruise to comfortable win over Osasuna
Atletico Madrid thrashed Osasuna 4-0 on Wednesday to move third in La Liga and build some form ahead of Sunday's derby clash against rivals Real Madrid.
NFL star fined for displaying name of slain Palestinian girl
NFL player Azeez Al-Shaair was fined more than $11,000 for wearing the name of a Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces on his face markings last weekend, a league spokesman said Wednesday.
Witsel retires from internationals after 18-year Belgium career
Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday, bringing an end to a Belgium career which saw him become their second-most capped player.
O'Neill expects Celtic recovery after Old Firm misery
Martin O'Neill insists Celtic "will get ourselves right" following Sunday's embarrassing Scottish League Cup loss to arch rivals Rangers.
Man City midfield trio backed to emulate Rodri and Silva
Manchester City director of football Hugo Viana believes Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi can replicate the remarkable impact made by Rodri and Bernardo Silva at the Etihad Stadium.
Fitzpatrick 'not comfortable' over Dubai golf finale
Former US Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick has expressed reservations about heading to Dubai for the season-ending DP World (European) Tour Championship due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
WTA Finals moved to Charlotte from 2027
The WTA Finals, the tournament which brings together the top eight players from the previous season, will take place from next year in Charlotte, North Carolina, the women's professional tour announced on Wednesday.
Retired great Nadal to play in exhibition matches
Retired Spanish tennis great Rafael Nadal will return to the court in front of a crowd for the first time since retirement in October to celebrate his academy's 10th anniversary.
Maresca defends VAR officials after Man City benefit from error
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca on Wednesday expressed sympathy for VAR officials after his team benefited from a clear error in their 1-0 win against Manchester United.
2027 Formula One calendar includes Monaco sprint race
The 2027 Formula One calendar unveiled on Wednesday will feature 24 Grands Prix across 22 countries and 10 sprint events, including Monaco.
England's Brook keen to learn from 'hero' Pietersen after stunning ton
England white-ball captain Harry Brook hopes "hero" Kevin Pietersen can inspire him to even greater heights after watching highlights of the 2005 Ashes before smashing a 42-ball century against Sri Lanka.
Samson relishing battle with teen star Sooryavanshi for India spot
Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rise has intensified the battle for places in India's line-up but Sanju Samson, competing with the batting prodigy for the opener's slot, says he relishes the challenge.
Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers
Newly-crowned US Open champion Alexander Zverev makes a quick return to action this weekend as he bids to help Germany reach the Davis Cup Finals, while American Ben Shelton hopes to put his Flushing Meadows final defeat behind him.
Capitals say hockey star Ovechkin 'was asked' to film Putin ad
The Washington Capitals ice hockey team Tuesday deflected criticism of star Alex Ovechkin's appearance in a campaign video for Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying the NHL all-time scoring leader had been "asked by his country to participate."
Spurs in 'tough moment' after League Cup exit as De Zerbi says sorry
Roberto De Zerbi admitted Tottenham are in a "tough moment" as he apologised for their League Cup exit in a dismal 3-1 defeat against Liverpool on Tuesday.