Law changes that will come into effect at the 2026 World Cup
Fifa's chief refereeing officer said the amendments aim to tackle discrimination, cut time-wasting and enhance match tempo.
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Bologna appoint Tedesco as manager
The 40-year-old succeeds Vincenzo Italiano, who mutually parted ways with the club last week after a two-year spell.
Kostyuk sinks Svitolina to reach French Open semis
Marta Kostyuk battled past fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.
Andreeva sweeps aside Cirstea to reach French Open semis
Mirra Andreeva needed just under an hour to outclass Sorana Cirstea 6-0, 6-3 and reach the last four at Roland Garros for the second time in three years.
Liverpool great Dalglish reveals cancer diagnosis
Kenny Dalglish, who won over 30 trophies for Liverpool as a player and a manager, announced the diagnosis on social media.
Liverpool close to hiring Iraola, say reports
Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has emerged as Liverpool's top target to replace Arne Slot, who was sacked on Saturday.
Sze Fei-Izzuddin enter 2nd round of Indonesia Open
The world No 8 duo took 31 minutes to defeat Singaporean pair Wesley Koh and Junsuke Kubo.
Southampton coach Eckert takes blame for ‘spygate’
The Saints were thrown out of the Championship play-offs last month after admitting they sent a young intern to spy on a Middlesbrough training session.
Iniesta takes first coaching job at second-tier UAE club
Andres Iniesta has been appointed as the head coach of Gulf United.
‘Like a dream’ as South Korea defender gets late World Cup call
Cho Wi-je got his chance after Cho Yu-min’s World Cup dream ended less than two weeks before South Korea’s opener against the Czech Republic on June 11.
Roland Garros youngsters face quarter-final moment of truth
The honour of ending the first day, when all the main-draw matches can be fitted onto Court Philippe Chatrier, has been handed to Jakub Mensik and Joao Fonseca.
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Andreeva sweeps into last 16 at French Open
Mirra Andreeva blew past Marie Bouzkova 6-4, 6-2 in the third round of the French Open.
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Rock-solid Arsenal ready for PSG test in Champions League final
Arsenal’s pursuit of Champions League glory in Saturday’s final depends on how well their core deals with a rampaging Paris St Germain side.
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Kvaratskhelia, Saka poised to decide Champions League final
Saturday's final at the Puskas Arena might hinge on which winger shines brighter, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia or Bukayo Saka.
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Tiger Woods to miss all four majors for the second straight year
Eligible players had until last week to confirm whether they would compete at Royal Birkdale in July, but Tiger Woods’ name was missing from the entries.
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Messi to captain Argentina at the World Cup
Lionel Messi had not previously confirmed he would play in what will be a record-breaking sixth tournament for the Argentine superstar.
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Nice back Tunisia defender Ali Abdi amid threats for missing play-off
Ali Abdi played in the first-leg goalless draw against AS Saint-Étienne but had to travel to Tunisia to complete procedures for his US visa and hopes to return for the…
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Fifa releases new batch of World Cup tickets
Fifa said in April that tickets would be released periodically through its official website until the final on July 19.
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France’s Kouame, youngest man into third round since Nadal
The 17-year-old wildcard survived a comeback from Paraguay's Adolfo Daniel Vallejo to claim a remarkable win after four hours and 56 minutes on a raucous, and boiling hot court.
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Sabalenka storms into last 32 , Gauff reaches French Open third round
Aryna Sabalenka has reached five of the past six Grand Slam finals, finishing runner-up to Coco Gauff at last year’s French Open.
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Ailing Sinner crashes out of French Open, Sabalenka waits
Jannik Sinner succumbed to an apparent bout of heatstroke and a comeback from Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Aryna Sabalenka bids to avoid a similar fate.
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Aaron-Wooi Yik, Tang Jie-Ee Wei enter S’pore Open quarters
Both pairs have an uphill battle in the last eight as they face tough opponents.
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Shared roots, same obsession, Arteta vs Enrique
Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique were both shaped by Pep Guardiola early in their football careers, with Saturday’s showdown set to test their shared obsession with excellence.
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MACC report triggers fresh scrutiny over Bukit Jalil stadium upgrades
A contractor has questioned how authorities evaluated bids for the national stadium’s new running track and protective flooring, raising concerns over pricing, technical checks and value for public money.
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Palace finally back in Europa League after Conference triumph
Crystal Palace capped their first European campaign with a maiden continental title, adding to last year’s FA Cup and FA Community Shield triumphs under Oliver Glasner.
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Neymar calf scare turns Brazil’s World Cup camp into waiting room
The Brazilian Football Confederation said the 34-year-old forward, recovering from a right calf injury, missed the closed training session at Granja Comary.
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Enhanced Games offers US$10mil prize to sprinter who breaks Bolt’s 100m record
The prize will go to the winner of the men’s 100m if he breaks Usain Bolt’s world record of 9.58 seconds set in Berlin in 2009, one of athletics’ most…
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Distraught Rayo players rue missed chances in Conference League loss to Palace
The Madrid side came agonisingly close to a historic triumph in Leipzig but despite their best efforts, they still could not find the decisive finish.
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‘Insane’ to play in French Open heat, says Mensik after cramps
Jakub Mensik needed eight match points to seal a 6-3, 2-6, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (13/11) victory after four hours and 41 minutes under the blazing sun.
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Zverev eases safely through French Open second round
Alexander Zverev took full advantage with a dominant display, saving the only break point he faced as he dismantled Tomas Machac in just one hour and 48 minutes.
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New York, New Jersey announce probe into Fifa’s World Cup ticket sales
The investigation will examine claims that fans were misled over seat locations and affected by aggressive demand-based pricing, where prices rise with sales.
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Barcelona reach agreement with Newcastle’s Gordon
Anthony Gordon who has been named in England's World Cup squad is expected to be Barcelona's first summer signing.
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Djokovic fights through at French Open, Rybakina dumped out
Novak Djokovic cruised through the first two sets before Valentin Royer mounted stronger resistance in the third, forcing a tie-break with an impressive display.
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Giant Messi statue in India to be removed over safety concerns
Workers have scrambled up the 21m golden-coloured statue, which was swaying in the wind, and thrown ropes around its shoulders to secure it.
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Swiatek sees off Bejlek to reach third round at French Open
Iga Swiatek reached the French Open third round with a 6-2, 6-3 win over world number 35 Sara Bejlek.
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‘Frustrated’ Tottenham owners promise improvement
The majority owners of Tottenham Hotspur, the Lewis family said they were 'bitterly disappointed' but promised that a rebuild had started under manager Roberto De Zerbi.