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Newcastle hold AC Milan on Champions League return
Newcastle held AC Milan to a goalless draw in Tuesday's opening match of their first Champions League campaign in two decades.
Springboks coach Nienaber 'excited' at Irish World Cup challenge
South Africa's head coach Jacques Nienaber said on Tuesday he was "excited" at what he expected to be a "proper Test match" when his defending champions face world ranked number one side Ireland in their Rugby World Cup Pool B match.
'Great solution': Klopp and Tuchel back Nagelsmann amid Germany job rumours
Jurgen Klopp on Tuesday joined Thomas Tuchel in backing the rumoured appointment of Julian Nagelsmann for the Germany national team job.
England's Root to get World Cup practice against Ireland
England batsman Joe Root will face Ireland in Wednesday's one-day international series opener as he eyes extra practice ahead of the World Cup.
Striking Spain players travelling to national team camp
Spanish internationals called up by new coach Montse Tome travelled Tuesday to meet up with the women's national team, despite declaring themselves unavailable, with doubts about their willingness to play in upcoming Nations League games persisting.
Arteta wants Arsenal to make 'beautiful memories' on Champions League return
Mikel Arteta has told his Arsenal players to make "beautiful memories" on their return to the Champions League after a six-year absence.
Springboks' Etzebeth returns for Ireland World Cup clash
Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth will start in this weekend's Rugby World Cup game against Ireland after recovering from a shoulder injury, South African Rugby announced on Tuesday.
Burger replaces injured Malan in much-changed Namibia side
Centre Danco Burger replaced the injured Le Roux Malan in one of nine changes to the Namibia side named by head coach Allister Coetzee on Thursday to face hosts France at the Rugby World Cup this week.
Bayern can use Man United struggles 'to our advantage', says Kane
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said Tuesday his side had to use Manchester United's struggles "to our advantage" but admitted Erik ten Hag's struggling side "could be really dangerous" in their Champions League opener.
North Korea win on international return as rivals South hit nine
North Korea returned to major international competition for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic with a 2-0 win over Taiwan in men's football at the Asian Games on Tuesday.
'Why not?': Tuchel backs Nagelsmann amid Germany job rumours
Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel on Tuesday backed the rumoured appointment of the man he replaced in the dugout, Julian Nagelsmann, for the Germany job.
History makers Morocco to begin World Cup qualifying against Eritrea
World Cup history makers Morocco will host minnows Eritrea -- 181 places lower in the FIFA rankings -- when they start their quest for a place at the 2026 tournament.
Several striking Spain players arrive for national team camp
Six Spain players arrived at a Madrid hotel to join their women's national team camp on Tuesday, five of whom are currently striking over changes they want made in the Spanish football federation (RFEF).
North Korea win on return to international stage
North Korea returned to major international competition for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic with a 2-0 win over Taiwan in men's football at the Asian Games on Tuesday.
Pressure on as Bayern, Kane set out for only trophy that truly matters
Harry Kane's Bayern Munich host Manchester United on Wednesday, kick-starting their campaign in the competition which matters most to them this season.
Arsenal's Rice ready for first taste of Champions League
Mikel Arteta expects Declan Rice to play a pivotal role in Arsenal's return to the Champions League as the England midfielder prepares to make his debut in the tournament against PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday.
Italy aim high to avoid Uruguay crosshairs
Italy head into Wednesday's World Cup match against Uruguay in the knowledge that the South Americans will likely have targeted them rather than Pool A heavyweights France and New Zealand.
Erasmus the Springboks puppet master who divides opinion
South African director of rugby Rassie Erasmus describes himself in his biography as "a quiet, uncomplicated person" and he is far from the extrovert many perceive him to be.
Pressure mounts on Man Utd boss Ten Hag as Bayern clash looms
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is starting to feel the heat from frustrated fans of the Red Devils after a disastrous start to the season has left hopes of Premier League glory already looking forlorn.
Bellingham ready for 'real' Madrid debut in Champions League
Jude Bellingham scored for Real Madrid on his debut, and in four of the five matches which have followed, in a superb start to life in the Spanish capital for the former Birmingham boy.
Baille, Danty make France returns against Namibia
Prop Cyril Baille and centre Jonathan Danty make their comeback from injuries after being named in the France team to face Namibia in their third Rugby World Cup match in Marseille on Thursday.
Spain players face punishment if they refuse to play: government
Striking Spain players would be punished if they do not attend their national team camp after being called up, the Spanish government said early Tuesday.
How Hong Kong became a fencing powerhouse and cheered up a city
Hong Kong is one of the smaller Asian Games teams by population, but when it comes to fencing the city is a regional heavyweight with ambitious medal hopes.
Steelers down Browns after Chubb horror injury; Saints win
Pittsburgh produced a superb defensive display to defeat Cleveland 26-22 on Monday in a game overshadowed by a gruesome season-ending injury to Browns running back Nick Chubb.
Wembanyama targeting Spurs playoff berth in first season
French basketball prodigy Victor Wembanyama says he hopes to lead the San Antonio Spurs back to the NBA playoffs as he prepares for his first season in the league.
Spain players reiterate strike intention despite national call-up
Striking Spanish internationals called up to the women's team reiterated their desire not to form part of the squad in a statement late Monday in a new blow for the shaken Spanish football federation (RFEF).
Mahomes to earn $210 million under restructured deal: reports
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will be guaranteed $210 million over the next four seasons after restructuring his existing contract with the club, US reports said on Monday.
Hudson-Odoi saves Forest from defeat to Burnley
Callum Hudson-Odoi's stunning strike salvaged a 1-1 draw for Nottingham Forest as Burnley were denied a first Premier League win of the season on Monday.
'Anything possible' for Celtic in Champions League says Rodgers
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers believes the Hoops can compete at Champions League level despite failing to win a game in the group stages since 2017.
Chaos still reigns around new Spain coach Montse Tome
Montse Tome made her first big decisions as Spain women's coach on Friday when she named a surprising squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Sweden and Switzerland.
US and New Zealand dominate as America's Cup fleet gets its feet wet
With more than a year to before the main event, American Magic, the official challenger, edged defending America's Cup champions, Team New Zealand, on the final day of the first preliminary regatta, with the other four contenders trailing in their wakes.
Iranians give Ronaldo rapturous welcome in Tehran
Crowds of Iranian football fans gave Cristiano Ronaldo an excited welcome on Monday as his Saudi team arrived in Tehran for the first home-and-away club tie since the two countries resumed diplomatic relations.