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Bangladesh suspend Hathurusingha as coach after alleged assault
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board said Tuesday it had suspended head coach Chandika Hathurusingha for misconduct including an …
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Russian Olympic chief announces surprise resignation
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The head of Russia's Olympic Committee announced his resignation on Tuesday, a surprise move that comes as Moscow faces …
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Ferguson to leave Man Utd ambassador role as club cuts costs
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Alex Ferguson is leaving his reported £2 million-a-year ($2.6m) ambassador role with Manchester United at the end of the …
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Eidevall quits as Arsenal Women head coach
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Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall has resigned, the Women's Super League club announced on Tuesday.
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Swedish prosecutor confirms 'rape' probe without naming Mbappe
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A Swedish prosecutor said Tuesday a rape investigation had been opened without mentioning Kylian Mbappe, following media …
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England dismiss Ayub but Pakistan reach 173-3 at tea in second Test
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England fast bowler Matthew Potts removed opener Saim Ayub after a half-century before Pakistan reached 173-3 at tea on …
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Mbappe-PSG salary row faces hearing as France captain cited in 'rape' report
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Kylian Mbappe's dispute with former club Paris Saint-Germain over claims he is owed 55 million euros ($60m) in unpaid …
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Ex-Wallabies captain Elsom denies wrongdoing after arrest warrant
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Former Wallabies skipper Rocky Elsom on Tuesday called his conviction for misuse of corporate assets at French rugby …
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Pakistan 79-2 at lunch in second England Test after Leach strikes
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Saim Ayub and Kamran Ghulam lifted Pakistan to 79-2 at lunch Tuesday on the first day of the second Test, after …
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Valencia fans leave Singapore with 'stern warning' after protest
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A Spanish couple prevented earlier this month from leaving Singapore following a protest against Peter Lim, owner of …
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Scotland lock Gray signs for Japan's Toyota
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Veteran Scotland rugby union international Richie Gray will play for Japanese side Toyota Verblitz next season, the club …
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Allen and Bills foil Rodgers, outlast Jets 23-20
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Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as the Bills overcame first-half fireworks …
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Home runs propel Mets, Yankees to MLB playoff victories
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Mark Vientos smashed a grand slam and Francisco Lindor homered as well as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Dodgers …
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Argentina's Matera banned for Italy Test after red card
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Argentina flanker Pablo Matera will miss next month's Test against Italy after a disciplinary committee suspended him …
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Vientos grand slam propels Mets in series-tying win over Dodgers
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Mark Vientos smashed a grand slam and Francisco Lindor homered as well as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Dodgers …
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Germany into Nations League quarters, France and Italy win
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Germany secured a place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over old rivals the Netherlands on …
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Mbappe 'investigated for rape' in Sweden: report
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Kylian Mbappe is being investigated for rape by Swedish police, according to a newspaper report in Sweden following a …
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Nagelsmann lauds 'supercharged' Germany's 'best half of the year'
Oct 14 2024
Fresh from a dominant 1-0 win over the Netherlands in Munich, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann lauded the "supercharged …
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Leweling rockets Germany past Dutch and into Nations League quarterfinals
Oct 14 2024
A 63-minute rocket from debutant Jamie Leweling gave Germany a 1-0 win over a limp Netherlands in Munich on Monday and a …
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Kolo Muani double fires France to win in Belgium
Oct 14 2024
Randal Kolo Muani of Paris Saint-Germain scored twice as France again won in the absence of Kylian Mbappe on Monday, …
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Dodgers pitcher Kershaw plans to return for 2025
Oct 14 2024
Three-time Cy Young Award-winner Clayton Kershaw said Monday he plans to return for the 2025 Major League Baseball …
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Revived Italy sweep past Israel in Nations League amid high security
Oct 14 2024
Italy strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group A2 on Monday by thumping Israel 4-1 in Udine, where …
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Nigerian team return home after boycotting AFCON qualifier in Libya
Oct 14 2024
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed Monday that their national team had returned home after alleged …
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Nigeria refuse to play in Libya as Algeria, Cameroon qualify
Oct 14 2024
Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, …
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Italy sweep past Israel in Nations League amid high security
Oct 14 2024
Italy strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group A2 on Monday by beating Israel 4-1 in Udine, where …
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'Unique' Ronaldo an example to everyone, says Martinez
Oct 14 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo's commitment to international football aged 39 is an example to his team-mates, said Portugal boss …
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Carsley open to foreign England manager amid Guardiola links
Oct 14 2024
Interim England manager Lee Carsley believes the job should go to the best candidate, regardless of nationality, amid …
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Pogba hungry to have his football cake after doping ban
Oct 14 2024
French international Paul Pogba said Monday he was hungry to return to football after his doping ban was last week …
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Mbappe says victim of 'fake news' after 'rape' report in Sweden
Oct 14 2024
Kylian Mbappe said Monday he was the victim of "fake news" after a Swedish newspaper reported an investigation had been …
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Clarke backs Scotland to bounce back from 'tough' run
Oct 14 2024
Scotland boss Steve Clarke said his players have earned the right to retain supporters' faith despite a historically …
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Mendy borrowed money from Man City team-mates for legal fees
Oct 14 2024
Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy borrowed money from team-mates for legal fees and child support after …
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Football leagues, unions file EU complaint against FIFA in calendar dispute
Oct 14 2024
Major bodies representing footballers and clubs in Europe on Monday filed a complaint to the European Commission …
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Nigeria boycott AFCON qualifier in Libya after 'inhumane treatment'
Oct 14 2024
The Nigeria Football Federation said it will fly the national team back home Monday after alleged "inhumane treatment" …
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New Zealand 4-0 up in America's Cup but British show signs of life
Oct 14 2024
Holders Emirates Team New Zealand produced a faultless display to beat challengers Ineos Britannia in Monday's postponed …
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England ready for Pakistan's spin assault in second Test
Oct 14 2024
Returning England captain Ben Stokes said on Monday he hopes a reused pitch for the second Test against Pakistan in …
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New Zealand's Ravindra excited for India Tests with father in crowd
Oct 14 2024
New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra said Monday facing India in Bengaluru in the birth city of his father will be …
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FIFA to open 'global dialogue' on transfer system after Diarra ruling
Oct 14 2024
FIFA will open "a global dialogue" aimed at adapting the transfer system in football following the recent ruling by the …
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England captain Stokes back from injury for second Pakistan Test
Oct 14 2024
Captain Ben Stokes was named in the England team for the second Test against Pakistan starting in Multan on Tuesday …
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Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world's 8,000m peaks
Oct 14 2024
Cheering crowds hailed an 18-year-old Nepali mountaineer as a hero as he returned home Monday after breaking the record …
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Rice praises 'unbelievable' England interim boss Carsley despite uncertainty
Oct 14 2024
Declan Rice says England's players love playing under caretaker boss Lee Carsley and do not need clarity on his future …
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Smith experiment as Test opener over, Green out of India series
Oct 14 2024
Steve Smith's short-lived stint as a Test opener came to an end Monday with confirmation he will drop down the …
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Dodgers crush Mets 9-0 in MLB playoff series opener
Oct 14 2024
Los Angeles pitcher Jack Flaherty dominated over seven scoreless innings and the Dodgers shut out the New York Mets 9-0 …
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Cummins back, Marsh and Head out of Pakistan ODI series
Oct 14 2024
Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head were Monday ruled out of Australia's home one-day series against Pakistan next month, but …
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New Zealand's Latham promises 'no fear' as he takes charge for India Tests
Oct 14 2024
New captain Tom Latham is promising a "no-fear" approach as he takes charge of New Zealand for the first Test against …
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Kyrgios vows to 'shut up' doubters with December comeback
Oct 14 2024
Fiery Australian Nick Kyrgios plans to make a comeback at Abu Dhabi in December with his goal to win a Grand Slam and …
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Ravens rip Commanders as Lions lose NFL sacks leader in win
Oct 14 2024
Lamar Jackson threw for 323 yards and a touchdown to spark the Baltimore Ravens over Washington 30-23 on Sunday in a …
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Rookie McCarty captures first PGA Tour title in Black Desert Championship
Oct 14 2024
Rookie Matt McCarty grabbed his first US PGA Tour title Sunday, firing a four-under par 67 for a three-stroke victory in …
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Australia all-rounder Green ruled out of India Test series
Oct 14 2024
Cameron Green was on Monday ruled out of Australia's five-Test series against India beginning next month, with the star …
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India's World Cup hopes in Pakistan hands after Australia defeat
Oct 14 2024
India were left hoping old rivals Pakistan can rescue their Women's T20 World Cup dreams after suffering an agonising …
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England return to winning ways in Nations League, Austria thrash Norway
Oct 14 2024
England eased to a 3-1 victory away to Finland in the Nations League on Sunday, while Austria put five past Erling …
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Carter, Billups among 13 new Basketball Hall of Fame inductees
Oct 13 2024
Former NBA stars Vince Carter and Chauncey Billups were among 13 inductees to the Basketball Hall of Fame that were …
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Stewart leads Liberty past Lynx to level WNBA Finals
Oct 13 2024
New York forward Breanna Stewart scored 21 points and came up with an WNBA Finals record seven steals as the Liberty …
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Ravens outlast Commanders while Bucs batter Saints in NFL
Oct 13 2024
Lamar Jackson threw for 323 yards and a touchdown to spark the Baltimore Ravens over Washington 30-23 on Sunday in a …
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England deserve 'world class' coach: Carsley
Oct 13 2024
Lee Carsley admitted England deserve a "world class coach" with a winning habit after Sunday's 3-1 victory against …
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Burkina Faso win to become first qualifiers for 2025 AFCON
Oct 13 2024
Former Aston Villa forward Bertrand Traore scored as Burkina Faso beat Burundi 2-0 on Sunday to become the first …
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AC Milan's Pulisic among five out for USA match in Mexico
Oct 13 2024
AC Milan striker Christian Pulisic is among five players rested from the United States national team ahead of Tuesday's …
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France's Amandine Henry retires from international football
Oct 13 2024
The French women team's former captain Amandine Henry announced her retirement from international football on Sunday.
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King and Lewis propel West Indies to T20 triumph over Sri Lanka
Oct 13 2024
A breathtaking display of power-hitting from Brandon King and Evin Lewis propelled the West Indies to a commanding …
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England beat Finland to get back on track
Oct 13 2024
England avoided fresh embarrassment after their Greek tragedy as Trent Alexander-Arnold's superb free-kick inspired a …
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'I still plan to compete and play next season,' says Djokovic
Oct 13 2024
Novak Djokovic insisted Sunday that he plans "to compete and play next season" despite suffering another loss at the …
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Chepngetich shatters women's marathon world record in Chicago
Oct 13 2024
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya obliterated the women's world record by almost two minutes Sunday as she won the Chicago …
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Kamindu and Asalanka power Sri Lanka to 179 against West Indies
Oct 13 2024
Left-handers Kamindu Mendis and skipper Charith Asalanka guided Sri Lanka to a formidable 179-7 in the opening T20 …
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Chepngetich shatters women's marathon world record as Korir wins in Chicago
Oct 13 2024
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya obliterated the women's world record by almost two minutes Sunday as she won the Chicago …
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Spain send injured Yamal home 'to prioritise player's health'
Oct 13 2024
Teenage Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is leaving the Spain squad to avoid exacerbating a muscle strain, the Spanish …
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Race four abandoned after New Zealand breeze into 3-0 lead in America's Cup
Oct 13 2024
Dead calm fell off the coast of Barcelona Sunday causing race four to be put back a day after defending champions New …
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West Indies win toss, put Sri Lanka in to bat in first T20
Oct 13 2024
West Indies skipper Rovman Powell won the toss and elected to bowl first against Sri Lanka, in the first of three T20s …
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Sabalenka outlasts local hero Zheng to win third Wuhan Open title
Oct 13 2024
Aryna Sabalenka became the first player to win the Wuhan Open three times by defeating local hero Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 5-7, …
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Sinner wins Shanghai Masters to deny Djokovic 100th career title
Oct 13 2024
World number one Jannik Sinner defeated 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 on Sunday to win the …
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Kiwis three up in America's Cup as Ineos pay for time penalty
Oct 13 2024
Defending champions New Zealand breezed into a 3-0 lead in the best of 13 Americas Cup on Sunday after Ben Ainslie's …
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Dominant England crush Scotland at Women's T20 World Cup
Oct 13 2024
Openers Maia Bouchier and Danni Wyatt-Hodge put on an unbeaten century partnership as England hammered debutants …
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Dropped: The rise and fall of Pakistan batting maestro Babar Azam
Oct 13 2024
Babar Azam was on top of the world two years ago -- Pakistan captain and top-rated batsman in all three formats -- but …
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Former Pakistan captain Azam dropped for second England Test
Oct 13 2024
Out-of-form batsman Babar Azam was dropped on Sunday as Pakistan shook up their squad for the second Test against …
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'Opportunist' Dupont dazzles on Toulouse return
Oct 13 2024
Five months after his last appearance at the Stade Ernest Wallon, Antoine Dupont was back, a 10-minute hat-trick …
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Australia replace injured Vlaeminck with Graham at Women's T20 World Cup
Oct 13 2024
Australia have called up all-rounder Heather Graham as a replacement for fast bowler Tayla Vlaeminck, who will miss the …
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China's Yin has 'goosebumps' as she romps to LPGA win in Shanghai
Oct 13 2024
Yin Ruoning said she had "goosebumps" after six birdies on the back nine in a spectacular final round of 64 Sunday gave …
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Pakistan to re-use Multan pitch for second England Test
Oct 13 2024
Under-pressure Pakistan are set to re-use the controversial Multan pitch used for the first Test against England for the …
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England captain Stokes in line for second Pakistan Test return
Oct 13 2024
England captain Ben Stokes looks on course to return for the second Test against Pakistan, starting in Multan on …
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Bowlers' graveyards: Pakistan's placid pitches under fresh fire
Oct 13 2024
Australia pace legend Dennis Lillee denounced a pitch in Pakistan as a "graveyard for bowlers" in 1980, but more than 40 …
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Americans get their belief back as Pochettino makes his mark
Oct 13 2024
For all the fascination with Mauricio Pochettino's team selection and tactics for his opening game in charge of the USA, …
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Winning start for Pochettino's American adventure
Oct 13 2024
Mauricio Pochettino made a winning start to his reign as coach of the United States with AC Milan's Yunus Musah on …
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Winning start for Poch's American adventure
Oct 13 2024
Mauricio Pochettino made a winning start to his reign as coach of the United States with AC Milan's Yunus Musah on …
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Ronaldo scores in Portugal's Nations League win as Spain sink Denmark
Oct 12 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Portugal beat Poland 3-1 for their third straight Nations League win on Saturday, while …
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Ronaldo scores 133rd Portugal goal in Nations League win over Poland
Oct 12 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo scored for a third successive Nations League game as Portugal maintained their perfect record with a …
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Dupont scores quickfire hat-trick on Toulouse Top 14 return
Oct 12 2024
French superstar and Olympic gold medallist Antoine Dupont made a breathtaking return to Top 14 duty on Saturday by …
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Morocco crush Central African Republic, Guirassy scores hat-trick
Oct 12 2024
Morocco hammered Central African Republic 5-0 and Serhou Guirassy scored a hat-trick as Guinea trounced Ethiopia 4-1 on …
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Interim boss Carsley has not applied for England job
Oct 12 2024
England interim manager Lee Carsley revealed on Saturday that he has not applied to take the job on a permanent basis.
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Mets hurler Senga ready to take on Dodgers in game one of NL Championship Series
Oct 12 2024
Japanese pitching ace Kodai Senga says he'll "go at it 100%" when he takes the mound for the New York Mets in game one …
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Ronaldo on target again as Portugal defeat Poland in Nations League
Oct 12 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo scored for a third successive Nations League game as Portugal maintained their perfect record with a …
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Guardians rip Tigers 7-3 to advance in MLB playoffs
Oct 12 2024
Lane Thomas smashed a grand slam and the Cleveland Guardians beat Detroit 7-3 on Saturday to advance in the Major League …
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Carsley goes back to basics as humbled England face Finland
Oct 12 2024
Lee Carsley will return to a "conventional" formation against Finland on Sunday after the England interim manager's …
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Croatia extend Scotland's losing streak
Oct 12 2024
Croatia's Andrej Kramaric condemned Scotland to their worst losing streak in five years as the striker sealed a 2-1 win …
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South Africa, New Zealand boost T20 World Cup semi-final hopes
Oct 12 2024
South Africa and New Zealand cruised to one-sided victories to edge closer to the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals on …
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Samson ton powers India to T20 series sweep after record total
Oct 12 2024
Opener Sanju Samson's blistering century helped world champions India hammer Bangladesh in the final T20 on Saturday to …
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Farrell begins to feel at home as Racing 92 beat Toulon
Oct 12 2024
Former England captain Owen Farrell said he was feeling increasingly comfortable at Racing 92 after his team beat …
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South Africa boost T20 World Cup semi-final hopes with Bangladesh win
Oct 12 2024
South Africa cruised to a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh to edge closer to the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals on …
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Djokovic to face Sinner in Shanghai final with 100th title in sight
Oct 12 2024
Novak Djokovic battled through "an incredible fight" with Taylor Fritz on Saturday, shrugging off physical discomfort to …
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Pogacar emulates icon Coppi with fourth straight Il Lombardia triumph
Oct 12 2024
Tadej Pogacar won Il Lombardia for the fourth time in as many years on Saturday to equal a record streak of victories …
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Samson ton powers India to record 297-6 in Bangladesh T20
Oct 12 2024
India on Saturday posted the highest T20 International total by a Test-playing nation, and second best overall, when …
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New Zealand enjoy perfect start to America's Cup defence over Britain
Oct 12 2024
Emirates Team New Zealand began their America's Cup defence in ominous style on Saturday, cruising to wide-margin wins …
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Djokovic to face Sinner in blockbuster Shanghai Masters final
Oct 12 2024
Novak Djokovic battled through "an incredible fight" with Taylor Fritz on Saturday, shrugging off physical discomfort to …
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New Zealand crush Ineos Britannia in America's Cup opener
Oct 12 2024
Emirates Team New Zealand began their America's Cup defence in ominous style on Saturday, cruising to a wide-margin …
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New Zealand stay in Women's T20 last-four race with win over Sri Lanka
Oct 12 2024
New Zealand eased past winless Sri Lanka in Sharjah on Saturday to keep alive their hopes of reaching the semi-finals of …
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