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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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Seko Fofana joins Rennes after Saudi Arabia stint

Ivorian international Seko Fofana has signed a four-and-a-half year deal with Rennes, the Ligue 1 club announced Wednesday, after 18 months playing in Saudi Arabia.

McGregor wants no let-up as Celtic aim to maintain Old Firm grip

Celtic captain Callum McGregor has insisted his side's recent domination of the Glasgow derby has in no way diminished the fixture's importance ahead of Thursday's clash with Rangers.

Rugby chief backs 'trailblazer' Maher to fuel Women's World Cup fever

World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin believes social media sensation Ilona Maher is ideally placed to excite fans in the lead-up to this year's Women's World Cup in England.

Championship side Stoke appoint Robins as new manager

Stoke have appointed Mark Robins as their new manager, the English Championship side announced Wednesday.

Zverev injured as holders Germany crash at United Cup

Elena Rybakina's Kazakhstan dumped defending champions Germany out of the United Cup on Wednesday with world number two Alexander Zverev sidelined by an arm injury barely a week away from the Australian Open.

Navarro stunned by wildcard as Djokovic-Kyrgios doubles run ends

Australian wildcard Kimberly Birrell stunned second seed Emma Navarro on Wednesday while the doubles act of Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios came to a shuddering halt at the Brisbane International.

Zverev injured as Germany crash at United Cup

Elena Rybakina's Kazakhstan dumped defending champions Germany out of the United Cup Wednesday with world number two Alexander Zverev sidelined by an arm injury barely a week away from the Australian Open.

Navarro stunned by wildcard as Dimitrov cruises in Brisbane

Australian wildcard Kimberly Birrell stunned second seed Emma Navarro on Wednesday but defending men's champion Grigor Dimitrov powered into the Brisbane International quarter-finals.

Cavs top Lakers in LeBron's first game at 40, Celtics crush Raptors

The league-leading Cleveland Cavaliers spoiled LeBron James's first game as a 40-year-old, beating the Los Angeles Lakers 122-110 on Tuesday, as the NBA champion Boston Celtics closed out 2024 with a 125-71 demolition of the Toronto Raptors.

Canada's Dabrowski reveals cancer treatment amid run to Olympic bronze

Canada's Gabriela Dabrowski revealed Tuesday that her run to Olympic tennis bronze in Paris came as she received treatment for breast cancer.

Zverev out of United Cup with injury as Australian Open looms

Germany's world number two Alexander Zverev pulled out of the United Cup on Wednesday with a bicep strain barely a week away from the Australian Open.

Rain break helps Osaka overcome nerves to reach Auckland quarters

Four-time major champion Naomi Osaka used a rain break to her advantage to power to a straight-sets win in the second round of the Auckland Classic on Wednesday.

Ex-India coach Shastri wants two-tier Test system after MCG blockbuster

Former India coach Ravi Shastri called Wednesday for a two-tier structure in Test cricket with relegation and promotion to ensure the survival of the red-ball game.

Olmo's Barcelona future in air over registration race

Dani Olmo's future at Barcelona was plunged into uncertainty on Tuesday as La Liga poured cold water on the financially troubled Catalan giants' frantic attempts to register the Spain star.

Barcelona race against clock to register Olmo

Barcelona raced against the clock to keep Dani Olmo on Tuesday after a Spanish court thwarted a second attempt by the financially troubled Catalan giants to extend the star's registration.

Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race

Mikel Arteta has challenged Arsenal to hammer away at Liverpool's daunting lead in the Premier League title race.

$West Ham's Bowen sidelined with foot fracture$

West Ham's Bowen sidelined with foot fracture

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen is set to be sidelined for several weeks after suffering a fractured foot during last weekend's defeat by Liverpool.

Rooney exit extends managerial struggles for England's 'golden generation'

Wayne Rooney's latest managerial flop ended in his abrupt exit from Plymouth after just seven months, extending a streak of dug-out disappointments for England's 'golden generation'.

Southgate won't be 'Sir' at home after knighthood

Gareth Southgate joked he won't be called 'Sir' by his family after the former England manager was given a knighthood in the New Year Honours.

Rooney leaves Plymouth after just seven months in charge

Former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney stepped down as Plymouth manager on Tuesday after just seven months in charge of the Championship strugglers.

Kyrgios needs 'miracle' after return from long injury layoff

Nick Kyrgios said he will need "a miracle" at the upcoming Australian Open after losing in three tight sets on Tuesday in his first singles match since June 2023.

Raducanu pulls out of Australian Open warm-up with back problem

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu pulled out of the Auckland Classic on Tuesday with a "back niggle" in a blow to her Australian Open preparations.

Five talking points at the midway point of the Premier League season

Liverpool have one hand on the Premier League title as 2024 draws to a close, while it was a first half of the season to forget for Manchester City and Manchester United.

Djokovic, Sabalenka win season-openers but Kyrgios loses on return

Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka launched their Australian Open preparations with straight-sets wins on Tuesday at the Brisbane International but Nick Kyrgios lost on his return from injury.

Kyrgios goes down fighting on return, Sabalenka wins season-opener

Nick Kyrgios lost in three tight sets on Tuesday in his first singles match since June 2023 as women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka overcame a sluggish start to win her season-opener at the Brisbane International.

Gauff, Paolini on fire as USA, Italy surge into United Cup quarters

Coco Gauff, Jasmine Paolini and Taylor Fritz all clocked impressive wins Tuesday as tennis powerhouses Italy and the United States surged into the quarter-finals of the mixed-team United Cup.

Hart triple-double sparks Knicks to eighth straight NBA win

Josh Hart delivered his third triple-double of the season on Monday to spark the New York Knicks to a 126-106 victory at Washington that stretched their win streak to eight games.

Sabalenka opens season with 'tricky' win in Brisbane

Aryna Sabalenka overcame a sluggish start to open her season with a straight-sets victory Tuesday and kickstart her bid to win the Australian Open for a third consecutive time.

Paolini on fire as Italy surge into United Cup quarter-finals

A red-hot Jasmine Paolini led Italy into the quarter-finals of the mixed-team United Cup on Tuesday, with the world number four in sizzling form.

Hart's triple double sparks Knicks to eighth straight NBA win

Josh Hart delivered his third triple double of the season on Monday, sparking the New York Knicks in a 126-106 victory at Washington that stretched their win streak to eight games.

Australia optimistic on Starc fitness for final India Test

Australia coach Andrew McDonald said he was optimistic Tuesday that pace spearhead Mitchell Starc will be fit for the decisive fifth Test against India while also backing misfiring Mitch Marsh.

LeBron, at 40, says he could have 5-7 more 'high-level' NBA years

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, celebrating his 40th birthday Monday, said he could play another five to seven years in the NBA at a high-caliber level -- though he conceded he would probably retire before then.

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