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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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NBA bans Detroit's Stewart one game for repeated flagrant fouls

Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart was suspended one game without pay by the NBA on Friday for repeated flagrant fouls this season, the league announced.

India clinch T20 series against England amid concussion sub row

Fast bowler Harshit Rana came in as a controversial concussion substitute for his T20 debut and returned figures of 3-33 to help India clinch the series against England on Friday.

Postecoglou hopes for end to 'vicious cycle' of Tottenham injuries

Ange Postecoglou admits Tottenham's "vicious cycle" of injuries has hampered his attempt to get the troubled club back on track.

Vinicius says wants 'many more years' at Real Madrid

Vinicius has silenced rumours about a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, saying he wanted to stay at Real Madrid for "many more years" in an interview published on Friday.

India clinch T20 series but concussion sub talking point

Fast bowler Harshit Rana came in as a controversial concussion substitute for his T20 debut and returned figures of 3-33 to help India clinch the series against England on Friday.

Italian favourites take ice dancing lead at figure skating European

Italy's Charlene Guignard and Marco Fabbri opened their bid for a third consecutive European title by leading the ice dance rhythm dance at the European figure skating championships on Friday.

Russell says Scotland have 'mindset' of Six Nations title contenders

Finn Russell is confident Scotland now have the right mental approach to challenge for the Six Nations title as they prepare for Saturday's opener against Italy.

Pandya, Dube lift India to 181-9 in fourth T20 against England

Blazing fifties from Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube helped India recover from early setbacks to reach 181-9 in the fourth T20 international against England on Friday.

Gavi extends Barcelona contract until 2030

Spanish international midfielder Pablo Paez Gavira, known as Gavi, has extended his contract with La Liga giants Barcelona until June 2030, the club announced on Friday.

Arsenal target Watkins wants to stay at Villa: Emery

Unai Emery has revealed Ollie Watkins wants to stay at Aston Villa after Arsenal reportedly made a bid for the England striker this week.

Amorim praises Garnacho revival after Man Utd snub

Ruben Amorim says Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has won him over by changing "everything" since the Argentinian was dropped for the derby win against Manchester City.

No Guardiola rift despite Man City rivalry, says Arsenal boss Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists there is no rift with his old friend Pep Guardiola ahead of the Gunners' latest high-stakes battle against Manchester City on Sunday.

Ireland captain Doris set for 'ultimate test' against England in Six Nations

Ireland captain Caelan Doris expects his side to face the "ultimate test" when they launch their bid for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title against England in Dublin on Saturday.

Maresca says Chelsea form hit by transfer talk

Enzo Maresca says transfer speculation has "100 percent" contributed to Chelsea's mid-season slump, predicting there will be comings and goings in the final days of the January window.

France forward Ikone leaves Fiorentina for Como

France international forward Jonathan Ikone has been loaned by Fiorentina to rival Serie A side Como with an option to buy, his new club said Friday.

Guardiola fears Man City burnout with Real clash looming

Pep Guardiola fears Manchester City's bid to knock holders Real Madrid out of the Champions League will be hampered by the gruelling demands of the Premier League schedule.

US skating great Dick Button dies aged 95

US figure skating great Dick Button, a two-time Olympic champion whose technical prowess revolutionised the sport has died aged 95, US Figure Skating announced.

Roma face Porto in Europa League play-offs, Man Utd learn possible opponents

Former winners Porto were drawn Friday to face Claudio Ranieri's Roma in the standout tie of the Europa League knockout phase play-offs, while Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur were among the clubs to discover their potential opponents in the last 16.

Slot urges Salah to sign new Liverpool deal after Saudi links

Arne Slot has urged Mohamed Salah to sign a new contract with Liverpool, advising the Egypt star against a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.

Man City face Real Madrid in pick of Champions League play-off ties

Reigning champions Real Madrid will face 2023 winners Manchester City in the plum tie of the play-off round of this season's Champions League, following Friday's draw.

Ford 'thrilled' by decision to return to Le Mans in 2027

Ford announced on Friday its return to the Le Mans 24 Hours in 2027 in the premier Hypercar category with a prototype which will compete in the World Auto Endurance Championship (WEC).

Ex-AC Milan boss Paulo Fonseca named new Lyon coach

Former AC Milan coach Paulo Fonseca was handed the reins at Ligue 1 side Lyon on Friday following the departure of Pierre Sage.

Downpour halts Sri Lanka Test as Australia tighten grip

Incessant afternoon rain forced an early end to day three of the first Test between Australia and Sri Lanka on Friday, with the visitors leading by 518 and former home skipper Dinesh Chandimal waging a lone battle on 63.

Crowds welcome sumo's newest grand champion in ancient ceremony

Drums thundered and priests chanted as sumo's newest grand champion strode onto the public stage Friday in a ceremony to mark his promotion to the ancient Japanese sport's highest rank.

Chandimal wages lone battle as Australia tighten grip on first Test

Sri Lanka's Dinesh Chandimal was waging a lone battle on 63 with Australia ahead by 518 runs and tightening their grip on the first Test before rain forced early lunch Friday.

India's Kohli flops on return to domestic cricket

Superstar Indian cricketer Virat Kohli flopped on his first domestic cricket match in more than a decade Friday to the dismay of thousands who turned out to see him play.

Kiwi cricket star Kerr says best yet to come

New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr is the toast of her sport after winning ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year award for a stellar 2024, but says she is far from hitting her peak.

Six Nations teams strengths and weaknesses

Ireland bid to become the first team to win an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title with second favourites France getting the tournament underway at home to ailing Wales on Friday.

Pressure on Prendergast as Ireland launch Six Nations title defence against England

Sam Prendergast will be in the spotlight when Ireland begin their quest for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title against England in Dublin on Saturday.

Scotland eager to avoid Italy slip-up at start of Six Nations

Scotland go into their Six Nations opener against Italy at Murrayfield on Saturday, with memories of last year's shock loss to the Azzurri still fresh in their memory.

Fonseca set for Lyon baptism against Marseille

While four French clubs secured progress to the knockout phase of the Champions League this week, another was busy firing a popular coach as Lyon parted company with Pierre Sage and lined up Paulo Fonseca as his replacement.

Mbappe-Vinicius connection next goal for Liga leaders Real Madrid

It took champions Real Madrid time to click into gear this season but they visit Espanyol on Saturday in La Liga sitting top of the table.

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