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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde

Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a shock stalemate by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde.

Iran begin fraught World Cup with 2-2 New Zealand draw

Iran twice battled back for a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday in their frenetic opening match of a World Cup campaign that has been utterly overshadowed by war, politics and protests.

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PSG edge Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title

Paris Saint-Germain claimed back-to-back Champions League triumphs with a 4-3 shoot-out win over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw after extra time on Saturday in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot.

Defending champion Gauff eliminated from French Open by Potapova

Reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff lost in three sets to Austrian Anastasia Potapova to end to her Roland Garros title defence on Saturday.

Ukraine's Oliynykova says tennis must stop 'accepting' Russians who support war

Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova on Saturday called on the WTA to take action against players who support Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Fernandez surges to shock Italian MotoGP sprint win, Martin breaks Mugello speed record

Spain's Raul Fernandez caused a major upset by speeding to a shock win in Saturday's sprint race at the Italian MotoGP, while Jorge Martin set a new speed record at Mugello as he chipped away at Marco Bezzecchi's championship lead.

Tim Ream to captain World Cup co-hosts USA

Veteran defender Tim Ream will captain the United States at the World Cup, as the co-hosts seek to make a deep run at the tournament which kicks off in less than two weeks, coach Mauricio Pochettino said Saturday.

Toulouse seal top spot and Top 14 semi-final berth

Toulouse secured their place in the Top 14 semi-finals and secured a first-place finish in the regular season with a tight 39-31 win over Lyon on Saturday in the penultimate round of the championship.

Ancelotti says Neymar fit for 'first or second' World Cup match

Brazil star Neymar is on course to shake off a calf strain and could even be ready for their opening match of the World Cup, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday.

Minhas helps Pakistan dismiss Australia for 200 in first ODI

Arafat Minhas became the first Pakistani to take five wickets on his one-day international debut as Pakistan spun Australia out for 200 in the first ODI in Rawalpindi on Saturday.

Gujarat's Gill banks on home advantage in final against Bengaluru

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill on Saturday said he is not burdened by expectations of home fans and will make use of familiar conditions in the IPL final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad.

Sabalenka, Osaka set up French Open clash, Gauff eyes second week

Top seed Aryna Sabalenka and four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka on Saturday set up a blockbuster last-16 meeting at the French Open, while defending champion Coco Gauff seeks to join them in the second week.

Vingegaard on verge of Giro glory after powering to penultimate stage

Jonas Vingegaard is set to win the Giro d'Italia after showcasing his power in the mountains to win Saturday's penultimate stage and set up the first victory in what he hopes will be a Grand Tour double.

Sabalenka quells Kasatkina to march on at French Open

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka continued her pursuit of a first French Open title by easing past Daria Kasatkina 6-0, 7-5 in the French Open third round on Saturday.

Liverpool sack Slot, Iraola in line to take over

Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday, saying the club were seeking a "change of direction", after a disastrous defence of their Premier League title.

Glittering Osaka edges Jovic to prolong French Open run

Naomi Osaka continued to shine in the City of Light as she beat American teenager Iva Jovic 7-6 (7/5), 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, in the French Open third round on Saturday.

Shnaider beats Oliynykova at French Open

Russian Diana Shnaider beat Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova at the French Open on Saturday in a match overshadowed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Liverpool sack Slot after disastrous Premier League title defence

Liverpool sacked manager Arne Slot on Saturday, saying the club were seeking a "change of direction", after a disastrous defence of their Premier League title.

Vallejo apologises for criticising woman umpire at French Open

Paraguayan tennis player Adolfo Daniel Vallejo apologised for the remarks he made about the woman umpire who officiated his second-round defeat at the French Open.

Liverpool sack manager Arne Slot

Liverpool sacked head coach Arne Slot on Saturday after a disastrous defence of their Premier League title.

Championship leader Bezzecchi claims Italian MotoGP pole

Marco Bezzecchi took pole position for the Italian MotoGP on Saturday after breaking the lap record at Mugello and strengthening his bid for a first world title.

Kohli and Bengaluru eye second IPL crown in final against Gujarat

Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be eyeing their second straight IPL title against an upbeat Gujarat Titans in the final at the 130,000-capacity Ahmedabad stadium on Sunday.

Sooryavanshi, 15, 'more than ready' for India call-up: Sangakkara

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been the toast of the cricket world in a stunning IPL season for Rajasthan Royals -- and coach Kumar Sangakkara says the 15-year-old is ready to represent India.

Harry Kane: England's irreplaceable marksman

Harry Kane is the ultimate specialist in Thomas Tuchel's England squad of World Cup "specialists" -- a man who has taken the art of goalscoring to rarefied heights.

Ronaldo leads Portugal charge at sixth World Cup, Diaz shoulders Colombia hopes

Cristiano Ronaldo heads to a record sixth World Cup blessed with a prodigiously talented group of team-mates as Portugal target glory for the first time on the global stage.

Ronaldo's final bid for World Cup glory

For some, Cristiano Ronaldo remains the essential spearhead for Portugal's 2026 World Cup bid, while others believe his presence will prevent Roberto Martinez's strong side from flourishing.

Antoine Semenyo, Ghana's World Cup star who defied rejection

Antoine Semenyo is set for his second World Cup with Ghana, this time as an established Premier League forward, but he came close to abandoning his dream of becoming a professional footballer.

England brace for Croatia reunion in World Cup Group L

Thomas Tuchel is not shy about stating England's ambition to win the World Cup, with his team strongly fancied to progress from Group L, which includes old foes Croatia.

DR Congo end 52-year World Cup absence amid health, security crises

Democratic Republic of Congo will return to the World Cup in June after a 52-year absence as the vast central Africa nation reels from health and security crises.

Sabalenka and Osaka seek French Open wins to create style clash

For the women stars, whose dress sense has drawn as much attention as their playing style, the French Open fashion spotlight moves Saturday to the court named after the embodiment of tennis chic, Suzanne Lenglen.

Key talking points ahead of PSG v Arsenal Champions League final

Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest aiming to defend their crown.

Fonseca fever sparks tennis boom in Brazil

The rise of teenage tennis star Joao Fonseca -- who pulled off a stunning win over Serbian great Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros -- has fueled a tennis fever among the youth in his home country, Brazil.

'Decided on moments': PSG, Arsenal in knife-edge Champions League final

It is said that opposites attract and Paris Saint-Germain's irresistible attack propelled them into Saturday's intriguing Champions League final clash against a tight-fisted Arsenal side in Budapest.

Knicks most talented since last title says Lucas, '73 champion

Jerry Lucas, who helped spark the New York Knicks to their most recent NBA crown in 1973, says this year's team is the most talented Knicks squad since his own.

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