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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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Deschamps to step down as France coach after 2026 World Cup: team source

France head coach Didier Deschamps will step down from the role when his current contract ends after the 2026 World Cup, a source close to the team said on Tuesday.

Newcastle win at Arsenal to put one foot in League Cup final

Newcastle took a giant stride towards the League Cup final as goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon earned a 2-0 semi-final, first leg lead at Arsenal on Tuesday.

Loeb crashes out as teenager wins Dakar stage

Sebastien Loeb was forced to withdraw from the Dakar Rally after a crash on Tuesday, denying the Frenchman his dream of a first title in the event.

Chat leaves Racing by 'mutual consent' after Christmas party incident

France hooker Camille Chat has left Racing 92 by mutual consent after reportedly turning up to training drunk, the French Top 14 club announced on Tuesday.

Dyche accepts Everton job under scrutiny from new owners

Everton manager Sean Dyche said Tuesday he understands the Toffees' new owners may be considering his position as he battles to preserve the club's Premier League status.

England skipper Stokes undergoes hamstring operation

England Test captain Ben Stokes on Tuesday said he had undergone surgery on his injured hamstring.

Ban for Wolves striker Cunha cut after offer to buy new glasses for security guard

An offer from Wolves forward Matheus Cunha to buy new glasses for a security guard following a post-match melee helped convince an independent disciplinary panel to cut his ban from three matches to two.

Olmo situation could affect future signings: Barca's Raphinha

Barcelona winger Raphinha said Tuesday potential future signings might be put off from joining the Catalan giants because of the Dani Olmo registration debacle.

Barca's Olmo absence 'better' for us: Athletic coach Valverde

Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde said Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo being unavailable to play in Wednesday's Spanish Super Cup semi-final was a boost for his team.

Spurs boss Postecoglou not in favour of VAR stadium announcements

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou said Tuesday he is "no cheerleader" regarding proposals for VAR decisions being announced inside stadiums -- an initiative being trialled during this week's League Cup semi-finals.

Postecoglou wants trophy for Son as Spurs extend contract

Ange Postecoglou said Tottenham's ambition is to make sure Son Heung-min ends his Spurs career with a trophy after they exercised an option to extend the captain's contract until 2026.

Loeb limps home as teenager wins Dakar stage

Sebastien Loeb struggled to complete Stage 3 of the Dakar Rally on Tuesday after rolling his car near the start, a setback that is likely to cost him his dream of a first title in the event.

Liverpool's Slot says contract issues not affecting Alexander-Arnold's form

Arne Slot stressed Tuesday that contract issues for some of Liverpool's top stars are not a distraction following stinging criticism of Trent Alexander-Arnold for his performance against Manchester United.

Jabeur beats Collins to step up comeback ahead of Melbourne

Three-time Grand Slam finalist Ons Jabeur stepped up her comeback ahead of the Australian Open by beating fourth seed Danielle Collins 7-6 (8/6), 6-2 on Tuesday at the Adelaide International.

Olmo's Barcelona registration battle puts Laporta under pressure

Dani Olmo's future at Barcelona remains in the balance as the Catalan club pursue their legal battle to get the midfielder registered to play once more.

Taste of 2034 World Cup as Saudi Asian Cup stadiums named

Fans and players will get a taste of what the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia will be like when the kingdom hosts the Asian Cup, with officials announcing Tuesday dates and stadiums for the regional showpiece.

France flanker Ollivon out for season, to miss Six Nations

France flanker Charles Ollivon said Tuesday a right knee injury had brought a premature end to his season, meaning he will miss the Six Nations.

Tottenham trigger Son contract extension

Tottenham have exercised the option to extend captain Son Heung-min's contract until 2026.

China's most successful team kicked out of professional football

Guangzhou FC, China's most successful football team and former Asian champions, have been thrown out of the country's professional leagues because of "heavy historical debt", the club say.

Sinner turns focus to Australian Open defence after 'amazing' year

World number one Jannik Sinner said Tuesday his "amazing" 2024 was history as he warmed up for the defence of his Australian Open title with a tough exhibition match victory on Melbourne's centre court.

Ostapenko begins Adelaide title defence with comeback win

Defending champion Jelena Ostapenko needed a set to get going but kicked up the intensity in a 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 defeat of Magdalena Frech on Tuesday at the Adelaide International.

Giannis triple-double propels Bucks over Raptors

Giannis Antetokounmpo posted his fourth triple-double of the season and Damian Lillard scored 25 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 128-104 NBA victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday.

Olmo situation overshadowing Barca bid for Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is hoping to win the first silverware of his reign this week in the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia but the Dani Olmo registration debacle rumbles on firmly in the foreground.

Hewitt's son Cruz out of Australian Open qualifying at first hurdle

The teenage son of former world number one Lleyton Hewitt failed to make it through Australian Open qualifying on Tuesday with Bernard Tomic and French veteran Richard Gasquet among other early casualties.

Osaka splits with rapper Cordae ahead of Australian Open

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka says she and her American rapper boyfriend Cordae have split up just days ahead of the Australian Open.

Sabalenka to Andreeva: Five women to watch at the Australian Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka will be hot favourite to secure an Australian Open hat-trick, having won the past two years at Melbourne Park.

Sabalenka eyes Australian Open hat-trick but Swiatek, Gauff lurk

World number one Aryna Sabalenka is gunning for a third consecutive Australian Open crown but will face a stiff challenge from Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and last year's runner-up Zheng Qinwen.

Ex-England skipper Vaughan backs shake-up 'to keep Test cricket relevant'

Former England captain Michael Vaughan threw his support on Tuesday behind a two-tier structure "to save" Test cricket with the ICC reportedly meeting this month to discuss the issue.

Kyrgios set for Davis Cup return after five years

Nick Kyrgios is in line for a return to Davis Cup tennis after five years with the mercurial Australian a shock selection by captain Lleyton Hewitt on Tuesday.

USA striker Vazquez joins Austin in club record deal

USA international striker Brandon Vazquez has returned to Major League Soccer joining Austin FC from Mexican club Monterrey in a club record deal.

Forest tame Wolves to maintain unlikely Premier League title challenge

Nottingham Forest's stunning season continued with a 3-0 victory at Wolves on Monday to give manager Nuno Espirito Santo a winning return to Molineux.

Mavs' Irving out with back sprain, could reportedly miss two weeks

Dallas star Kyrie Irving was listed as out for the Mavericks' NBA game at Memphis on Monday with a lumbar back sprain amid reports he could be sidelined for up to two weeks.

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