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Wales wary of 'wounded animal' Australia before high-stakes World Cup meeting
Wales assistant coach Jonathan Thomas warned on Wednesday that Australia would be like a "wounded animal" before this weekend's high-stakes Rugby World Cup game in Lyon.
Libbok determined to prove a point in Irish World Cup blockbuster
South Africa's under pressure fly-half Manie Libbok said he has put "a lot of work" into his kicking at goal ahead of the blockbuster Rugby World Cup pool match between the defending champions and world-ranked number one Ireland.
Most Spanish women footballers agree to play after deal, Leon, Guijarro leave
Most of Spain's women's national team have agreed to stay with the squad, the government said Wednesday, following a strike by the World Cup winners sparked by the disgraced former president of the football federation forcibly kissing a player.
Piastri signs new deal with F1 team McLaren
Australian driver Oscar Piastri has signed a new deal to keep him at McLaren until 2026, the Formula One team announced on Wednesday.
Marseille coach Marcelino misses European tie with club in crisis
Marseille have been plunged into crisis just six weeks into the season with new coach Marcelino expected to leave the French giants and the club's president reportedly considering walking away too after an angry encounter with supporters.
Murray vows to make strong finish to 'up and down' year
Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray said Wednesday he is "still going in the right direction" and is determined to make a strong finish to an "up and down" year.
Brighton relish 'incredible' rise from exile to Europa League
Brighton's "incredible" journey from homeless exiles facing oblivion to their current status as Premier League trendsetters will reach a memorable climax when they host AEK Athens in their first-ever European match on Thursday.
Most Spanish women footballers rejoin squad after deal
Most of Spain's international footballers have agreed to rejoin the squad, the government said Wednesday, following a strike by the World Cup winners over the disgraced former president of the federation forcibly kissing a player.
Verstappen primed to roar back at 'old school' Japan GP
Runaway Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen will be determined to roar back at Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix after his record streak of 10 straight wins ended in Singapore.
Kurash, bang, wallop: five unusual Asian Games sports
The Asian Games is home to some sports that are a little more quirky than the Olympic staples of athletics, swimming and cycling.
Asian Games host Hangzhou -- replica Eiffel Tower and robot dogs
China's eastern city of Hangzhou is set to host the largest Asian Games ever with nearly 12,000 athletes in action.
Alvarez saves Man City blushes after Champions League first night scare
Manchester City overcame an early scare to get their Champions League defence off to a solid start on Tuesday but nine-man Celtic endured a rough night in Rotterdam.
Ohtani undergoes elbow surgery, tipped for 'full recovery'
Japanese baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani underwent surgery to repair his injured elbow on Tuesday, with a top sports injury surgeon stating that the Los Angeles Angels ace will be ready to hit and pitch again in 2025.
Alvarez guides Man City to winning Champions League start after Red Star shock
Julian Alvarez's double saved Manchester City's blushes as the holders began their Champions League defence with a 3-1 win after Red Star Belgrade took a shock lead at the Etihad on Tuesday.
Rodgers rues Celtic 'inexperience' after Feyenoord loss
A "bitterly disappointed" Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was left to rue the "inexperience" of two players sent off in a 2-0 Champions League loss to Feyenoord but said the Scottish champions had proved they could be competitive.
Felix hits double as 'best' Barca thrash Antwerp
Joao Felix struck twice as Barcelona flexed their muscles with a crushing 5-0 win over Royal Antwerp in the Champions League on Tuesday, showing their determination to be considered among Europe's elite once again.
Nine-man Celtic lose 2-0 to ruthless Feyenoord in Champions League opener
A ruthless Feyenoord beat an indisciplined Celtic 2-0 in a scrappy Champions League Group E encounter Tuesday with the Scottish champions hit by two red cards in the space of five minutes.
PSG get better of Dortmund in Champions League opener
Paris Saint-Germain got their Champions League campaign off to a winning start on Tuesday as a Kylian Mbappe penalty set them up for a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund at the Parc des Princes.
Man City recover from Red Star shock for winning Champions League start
Julian Alvarez saved Manchester City's blushes after Red Star Belgrade took a shock lead at the Etihad as the holders began their Champions League defence with a 3-1 win on Tuesday.
Felix hits double as Barca thrash Antwerp
Joao Felix struck twice as Barcelona flexed their muscles with a crushing 5-0 win over Royal Antwerp in the Champions League on Tuesday, showing their determination to be considered among Europe's elite once again.
Ronaldo helps Al Nassr to historic Asia Cup win in Iran
Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a winning debut in the Asian Champions League as he helped Al Nassr to a 2-0 victory against 10-man Persepolis in Iran on Tuesday night.
Striking Spain players arrive at training camp as dispute continues
Spanish internationals selected by new coach Montse Tome gathered Tuesday at the women's national team training camp, despite declaring themselves unavailable, with doubts about their willingness to play in upcoming Nations League games persisting.
Howe 'proud' of Newcastle's Milan stalemate on Champions League return
Eddie Howe was proud of Newcastle United's dogged return to Champions League football after two decades away, holding seven-time European kings AC Milan to a goalless draw in Tuesday's opening Group F match.
'I like these situations' says under pressure Man U boss before Bayern tie
Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag on Tuesday backed his side to come through their early-season struggles ahead of Wednesday's Champions League tie with Bayern Munich.
Newcastle hold AC Milan on Champions League return
Newcastle held AC Milan to a goalless draw in Tuesday's opening match of their first Champions League campaign in two decades.
Springboks coach Nienaber 'excited' at Irish World Cup challenge
South Africa's head coach Jacques Nienaber said on Tuesday he was "excited" at what he expected to be a "proper Test match" when his defending champions face world ranked number one side Ireland in their Rugby World Cup Pool B match.
'Great solution': Klopp and Tuchel back Nagelsmann amid Germany job rumours
Jurgen Klopp on Tuesday joined Thomas Tuchel in backing the rumoured appointment of Julian Nagelsmann for the Germany national team job.
England's Root to get World Cup practice against Ireland
England batsman Joe Root will face Ireland in Wednesday's one-day international series opener as he eyes extra practice ahead of the World Cup.
Striking Spain players travelling to national team camp
Spanish internationals called up by new coach Montse Tome travelled Tuesday to meet up with the women's national team, despite declaring themselves unavailable, with doubts about their willingness to play in upcoming Nations League games persisting.
Arteta wants Arsenal to make 'beautiful memories' on Champions League return
Mikel Arteta has told his Arsenal players to make "beautiful memories" on their return to the Champions League after a six-year absence.
Springboks' Etzebeth returns for Ireland World Cup clash
Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth will start in this weekend's Rugby World Cup game against Ireland after recovering from a shoulder injury, South African Rugby announced on Tuesday.
Burger replaces injured Malan in much-changed Namibia side
Centre Danco Burger replaced the injured Le Roux Malan in one of nine changes to the Namibia side named by head coach Allister Coetzee on Thursday to face hosts France at the Rugby World Cup this week.