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African stars Salah and Hakimi eyeing 2026 World Cup
African football icons Mohamed Salah and Achraf Hakimi appear set to feature at the 2026 World Cup as Egypt and Morocco have built commanding leads in their qualifying groups.
Football: African 2026 World Cup qualifying facts and figures
African 2026 World Cup qualifying facts and figures after matchday six:
Ambitious Rosenior has eye on Europe for young Strasbourg side
Former Brighton and Fulham defender Liam Rosenior may only be in the third year of his coaching career, but the Englishman has so far enjoyed a stellar debut season at Ligue 1 club Strasbourg and has his sights set on Europe.
Alexander-Arnold's choice between dream Madrid move or lasting Liverpool legacy
Trent Alexander-Arnold's proposed move from Liverpool to Real Madrid has split opinion on whether a local hero can leave Merseyside without a lasting stain on his legacy.
Party time, flyby as raucous Hong Kong Sevens settles into new home
The famously raucous Hong Kong Sevens take place from Friday in a big test for the shiny new stadium at the heart of a major $3.85 billion sports park in the southern Chinese city.
Figure skating mourns plane crash victims at somber World Championships
Figure skating united on Wednesday as the World Championships in Boston mourned the victims of a January plane crash that claimed the lives of several skaters and coaches.
LeBron buzzer-beater rescues Lakers to halt losing streak
LeBron James tipped in a buzzer-beating rebound with 0.1 seconds remaining as the Los Angeles Lakers halted their three-game losing streak with a pulsating 120-119 road victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday.
Teenage Eala takes care of business with little drama
If tennis's broadcasters were hoping for emotional scenes of tears from teenager Alexandra Eala after she secured one of the biggest upsets of the WTA season they were left disappointed.
Scheffler, McIlroy focus on Houston while preparing for Masters
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy play their final tuneups for the Masters at this week's PGA Houston Open, seeking a title while preparing for Augusta National.
Arsenal stun Madrid, Lyon thrash Bayern in women's Champions League quarters
Arsenal's women produced a thrilling fightback from a 2-0 first leg defeat to beat Real Madrid 3-0 on Wednesday and set up a Champions League semi-final with eight-time winners Lyon.
Fils upsets Zverev to reach Miami quarters
France's Arthur Fils upset top-seed Alexander Zverev with an oustanding display earning him a 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over the German in the fourth round of the Miami Open on Wednesday.
Women's skating favorites falter as Liu leads at worlds
Two-time US champion Alysa Liu was the shock leader after stumbles by a trio of favorites in Wednesday's women's short program at the World Figure Skating Championships.
NFL eyes permanent kickoff change, expanded replay assist
NFL club owners will consider expanding video replay and making last season's kickoff format change permanent at the annual league meeting that starts Sunday in Palm Beach, Florida.
Philippines teen Eala stuns Swiatek in Miami quarters
Alexandra Eala, a 19-year-old wildcard from the Philippines, produced a huge upset at the Miami Open on Wednesday, defeating world number two Iga Swiatek 6-2 7-5 to reach the semi-finals.
Philippines teen Eala ousts No.2 Swiatek from Miami Open
Alexandra Eala, a 19-year-old wildcard from the Philippines, produced a huge upset at the Miami Open on Wednesday, defeating world number two Iga Swiatek 6-2 7-5 to reach the semi-finals.
Farrell considering France-based players for Lions tour of Australia
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell is "open-minded" when it comes to selecting France-based players, including son Owen, for the upcoming tour of Australia.
Tour de France champion Pogacar targets Paris-Roubaix's cobbled 'Hell'
Three-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar will race the notorious Paris-Roubaix, known as the 'Hell of the North' for its treacherous cobbled mining roads, for the first time, his team UAE announced on Wednesday.
Meillard wins men's giant slalom World Cup finale
Loic Meillard led teammate Marco Odermatt to a Swiss one-two in the men's giant slalom at the World Cup finals at Sun Valley, Idaho, on Wednesday.
De Kock fireworks see Kolkata thrash Rajasthan in IPL
South Africa's Quinton de Kock struck an unbeaten 97 as holders Kolkata Knight Riders registered their first win of the IPL season with an eight-wicket hammering of Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday.
Ayuso pips Roglic to Tour of Catalonia stage three
Juan Ayuso snatched victory on stage three of the Tour of Catalonia fractionally ahead of 2023 winner Primoz Roglic and climbed to the top of the general classification on Wednesday.
Tour de France champion Pogacar bids to add Paris-Roubaix to his laurels
Three-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar will bid to avenge his defeat by Mathieu van der Poel in the Milan-San Remo and race in the Paris-Roubaix, another of the 'Monuments', for the first time, his team UAE announced on Wednesday.
Barca's Raphinha, Araujo to miss Osasuna clash: Flick
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick confirmed winger Raphinha and defender Ronald Araujo will not feature in his team's rearranged La Liga match against Osasuna on Thursday.
Farrell says 75 players still in contention for Lions tour of Australia
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell said Wednesday that 75 players are still in contention for the tour of Australia just weeks before he names his squad.
World Club Cup winner to score up to $125 million prize money
The winner of this year's expanded Club World Cup in the United States will receive up to $125 million in prize money, FIFA announced on Wednesday.
Easterby and Wigglesworth join Lions coaching staff for Australia tour
The British and Irish Lions announced Wednesday that Simon Easterby and Richard Wigglesworth had been appointed as two of head coach Andy Farrell's assistants for the upcoming tour of Australia.
UAE sack Paulo Bento despite World Cup qualifier win over North Korea
The United Arab Emirates football association fired coach Paulo Bento on Wednesday, despite the team keeping their hopes alive of qualifying automatically for the 2026 World Cup by edging North Korea 2-1.
Easterby and Wigglesworth get Lions coaching roles for Australia tour
The British and Irish Lions announced Wednesday that Simon Easterby and Richard Wigglesworth had been appointed as two of head coach Andy Farrell's assistants for the upcoming tour of Australia.
Seifert blitz as New Zealand crush Pakistan to win series 4-1
A destructive Tim Seifert ensured New Zealand made short work of their 129-run target to win the final Twenty20 against Pakistan by eight wickets on Wednesday and take the series 4-1.
Bangladesh cricketer Tamim thanks fans after heart attack
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has thanked fans for their support as he recovers from a serious heart attack he suffered during a match earlier this week.
Heat scorch Warriors on Butler's return
The Miami Heat thrashed the Golden State Warriors 112-86 on Tuesday, handing Jimmy Butler a stinging loss in his first game against his old club since his acrimonious exit.
NBA to review European league proposal
The NBA is to review a proposal to create a European basketball league, a spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday, after a report detailed a new competition that could feature up to 10 teams.
Japan display talent and ambition to scale new heights at World Cup
Japan have never gone beyond the last 16 at a World Cup but they have set themselves the ambitious target of winning next year's tournament after dominating in Asian qualifying.