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Manchester United climbs standings after 3-2 Champions League win over Roma

Manchester United and AS Roma entered their UEFA Champions League Matchday 4 meeting at Old Trafford on Tuesday with different objectives as they looked to improve their positions in the 2026-27 league-phase standings. The fixture brought together two European clubs with considerable continental history.

Manchester United rallies past Roma as PSG dominates in Champions League

PARIS: Manchester United fought back from two goals down to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League on Tuesday, giving under-pressure manager Michael Carrick a reprieve. Holders Paris Saint-Germain continued their perfect start in the competition with a 6-0 rout of Villarreal.

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Kurash course! New athletes, fans take to ancient martial art at Asian Games

Once a fixture of traditional wedding ceremonies and a pastime of ancient warriors, centuries old martial art of Kurash is winning new fans and attracting first-time competitors at the Asian Games in China.

Panghal seeks new start for scandal-hit Indian wrestling at Asiad

Indian wrestler Antim Panghal begins her campaign for a medal at the Asian Games in Hangzhou this week hoping it will mark a fresh start for a sport mired in a sexual harassment scandal back home.

Bills hand Dolphins first NFL defeat as 49ers, Eagles stay unbeaten

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen was near perfect in guiding the Bills to a 48-20 victory over Miami on Sunday, with the Dolphins' defeat leaving San Francisco and Philadelphia as the NFL's only unbeaten teams.

South Korean rookie Ryu captures LPGA NW Arkansas title

South Korean rookie Ryu Hae-ran won her first LPGA title on Sunday, making four birdies and an eagle on the back nine Sunday to capture the NW Arkansas Championship.

Allen delivers five touchdowns as Bills beat Dolphins

The Buffalo Bills routed Miami 48-20 on Sunday, handing the Dolphins their first defeat of the NFL season and seizing the AFC East division lead.

Astros win to grab first-round MLB playoff bye after Rangers loss

Defending champion Houston captured the American League West division title and a first-round bye in the Major League Baseball playoffs on Sunday with a victory and a Texas Rangers loss.

World Cup 'waiting game' for South Africa after Tonga victory

South Africa all but sealed a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals with a 49-18 victory over Tonga in Marseille on Sunday, although there is a slim mathematical chance they still might not even make the knock-out phases.

Hamlin makes NFL regular-season return after cardiac arrest

Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills safety who suffered a heart-stopping blow in an NFL game last January, played against Miami on Sunday in his first regular-season contest since the incident.

Allen delivers five touchdowns as Bills defeat Dolphins

The Buffalo Bills brought Miami down to earth with a thud on Sunday with a 48-20 triumph, handing the Dolphins their first defeat of the NFL season and seizing the AFC East division lead.

Lyon misery continues as high-flying Brest held at Nice

Ailing French giants Lyon remain rooted to the bottom of the Ligue 1 table after their miserable season continued with a 2-0 defeat at Reims on Sunday.

Correa brace helps Atletico beat Cadiz with strong comeback

Atletico Madrid produced a fine comeback from two goals down to beat Cadiz 3-2 and climb to fourth in La Liga on Sunday.

NBA Celtics land ex-Bucks guard Holiday from Portland

Responding to the blockbuster NBA trade that sent Damian Lillard to Milwaukee, the Boston Celtics obtained former Milwaukee guard Jrue Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers in a trade deal on Sunday.

Lukaku lifts Roma as Juventus held by Atalanta

Romelu Lukaku helped Roma to only their second win of the Serie A season as the Belgian striker scored in a 2-0 victory over Frosinone on Sunday, while Juventus laboured to a goalless draw at Atalanta.

Ireland match 'do-or-die' for Graham's Scotland

Scotland's Darcy Graham may have impressed by scoring four tries in Saturday's 84-0 rout of Romania in the Rugby World Cup but the winger knows there is a bigger challenge ahead against Ireland next weekend.

South Africa beat Tonga 49-18 to edge towards World Cup quarters

Defending champions South Africa beat a hard-hitting Tonga 49-18 in Marseille on Sunday to bag a crucial bonus-point victory that leaves them atop Pool B and with one foot in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Liverpool say blown VAR call 'undermined sporting integrity'

Liverpool on Sunday said a botched VAR decision that cost them a goal in their 2-1 defeat at Tottenham resulted in "sporting integrity being undermined".

Rangers sack manager Beale

Rangers sacked manager Michael Beale on Sunday after less than a year in charge of the Glasgow giants.

Jones prepares for unlikely quarters as Australia alive in World Cup

Australia coach Eddie Jones said on Saturday he was preparing his team for the quarter-finals following their 34-14 victory over Portugal that kept their faint Rugby World Cup progress hopes alive.

Biles in spectacular 'once in lifetime' return at gymnastics worlds

Two years after her emotional Tokyo Olympics exit, US superstar Simone Biles made a spectacular and dramatic return to international gymnastics at the world championships on Sunday in a "once in a lifetime" performance.

Biles makes spectacular return at gymnastics worlds

Two years after her emotional Tokyo Olympics exit, US superstar Simone Biles made a spectacular and dramatic return to international gymnastics at the world championships on Sunday.

Rahm inspired by Spanish legacy in Ryder Cup triumph

Jon Rahm was inspired by the legacy of Spanish Ryder Cup heroes as he played a crucial role in Europe triumphing over the United States in Rome on Sunday.

Australia beat Portugal to keep Rugby World Cup progress hopes alive

Australia kept their faint hopes of reaching the Rugby World Cup knockout stages alive with an unconvincing 34-14 victory over minnows Portugal on Sunday.

Tanak clinches Rally of Chile as Rovanpera waits on title

Ott Tanak avoided any final day mishaps to clinch the Rally of Chile on Sunday as Kalle Rovanpera's title celebrations were put on hold.

'Underdogs' Europe proved doubters wrong, says triumphant Donald

Luke Donald said Sunday his Europe team proved their doubters wrong after reclaiming the trophy from the United States, hailing his 12 players as "superstars" following a convincing victory in Rome.

Ryder Cup performance 'redemption' for McIlroy after 2021 tears

Rory McIlroy said on Sunday that being the leading points scorer in Europe's Ryder Cup victory was "redemption" after his disappointing performance at Whistling Straits two years ago left him in tears.

USA's Johnson 'would love' to start Ryder Cup over as inquest begins

American skipper Zach Johnson admitted he "would love to start the week over" after his team failed to retain the Ryder Cup following a miserable start despite a rally in Sunday's singles.

'Team with best bowlers' will win World Cup, says Pakistan's Shadab

Pakistan's spin bowling all-rounder Shadab Khan Sunday said the team with the strongest bowling unit, capable of stemming the runs on India's batting-friendly pitches will win the World Cup.

NBA Celtics land ex-Bucks guard Holiday from Portland: reports

The Boston Celtics obtained former Milwaukee guard Jrue Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers in an NBA deal, according to multiple reports Sunday, responding to the Bucks landing Damian Lillard.

He's The One! Dettori the jockey with rock star appeal bids France adieu

"I woke up a bit sad and it really hit me" Frankie Dettori told AFP hours away from his final ever rides in France, signing off in their flagship meeting featuring European racing's most prestigious race the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.

'Underdogs' Europe ready for stateside Ryder Cup fight, says Donald

Luke Donald said Sunday he is expecting a big fight for the next Ryder Cup in New York after his Europe team reclaimed the trophy from the United States in Rome.

Ryder Cup performance 'means a lot' for McIlroy after 2021 tears

Rory McIlroy said on Sunday that being the leading points scorer in Europe's Ryder Cup victory "means a lot" after his disappointing performance at Whistling Straits two years ago left him in tears.

Chiba stars as Japan sit on top of the world

Kenta Chiba led the way as Japan dominated the men's team all-around qualifiers at the world gymnastics championships on Sunday in Antwerp.

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