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Nagelsmann slams 'lack of emotion' in Germany's loss to Slovakia
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has slammed his side's "lack of emotion" after Thursday's 2-0 World Cup qualifying loss to Slovakia in Bratislava.
Germany fall 2-0 to Slovakia in World Cup qualifying opener
Germany fell to a shock 2-0 defeat against Slovakia in their World Cup qualifying opener in Bratislava on Thursday, their first ever away loss in a qualifier for the tournament.
Cape Verde islanders win to stay on course for World Cup debut
Cape Verde, an island nation off the west coast of Africa with a population of about 525,000, stayed on track for a first World Cup appearance by winning 2-0 in Mauritius on Thursday.
Breetzke stars as South Africa edge England by five runs for ODI series win
Matthew Breetzke became the first batsman in one-day international history to start his career with five consecutive scores of fifty or more as South Africa beat England by just five runs at Lord's on Thursday for a series-clinching win.
Germany fall 2-0 to Slovakia in 2026 World Cup qualifying opener
Germany fell to a shock 2-0 defeat against Slovakia in their World Cup qualifying opener in Bratislava on Thursday, their first ever away loss in a qualifier for the tournament.
Flamengo's Henrique out for 12 games for alleged match-fixing
Flamengo player Bruno Henrique was given a 12-match suspension Thursday by a sports court after being accused of deliberately triggering a yellow card to benefit relatives involved in online gambling.
Cash on hand to clinch point for Poland against Netherlands
A superb strike by Aston Villa's Matty Cash snatched a 1-1 draw for Poland on Thursday despite being dominated for long periods by the Netherlands in European World Cup qualifying Group G.
Spain thrash Bulgaria in opening 2026 World Cup qualifier
Spain kicked off their World Cup 2026 qualification campaign with an emphatic 3-0 win in Bulgaria on Thursday.
Japanese star Oda chasing career Slam at US Open
At the age of 17, Tokito Oda became the youngest world number one in wheelchair tennis. At 18, he was an Olympic gold medallist.
Djokovic aims to 'mess up' Sinner-Alcaraz plans at US Open
Novak Djokovic is in the unfamiliar role of spoiler as he tries to get in the way of a third straight Grand Slam final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open.
Tennis icon Borg battling cancer says publicity for autobiography
Tennis legend Bjorn Borg says in his forthcoming autobiography that he has cancer, according to a blurb published on Amazon's Italian site on Thursday.
After change of club and Italy coach, fresh beginnings for Donnarumma
Gianluigi Donnarumma is entering a new phase of his career as the Italy goalkeeper prepares for 2026 World Cup qualifiers under new coach Gennaro Gattuso before taking his place at Manchester City.
Levy makes shock decision to quit as Spurs chairman
Daniel Levy stepped down as Tottenham executive chairman in a shock move on Thursday after a controversial reign lasting nearly 25 years.
France star Mbappe calls for players to get more time off
France captain Kylian Mbappe said Thursday that top footballers do not necessarily play too many matches but do need more time off in a crowded schedule which offers little time for a break.
Norris brushes off Dutch setback before Italian GP battle with Piastri
Lando Norris has moved on from the bad luck which forced him to retire in the closing laps of the Dutch Grand Prix as he prepares to renew his Formula One title tussle with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri at the Italian GP.
In-form Breetzke stars as South Africa post 330-8 against England
South Africa's Matthew Breetzke extended his record streak as he became the first batsman in one-day international history to start his career with five consecutive scores of fifty or more.
Wales edge Kazakhstan to boost World Cup hopes
Kieffer Moore's goal gave Wales a 1-0 win away in Kazakhstan in World Cup qualifying on Thursday to hand Craig Bellamy's side a major boost in their attempt to make next year's tournament in North America.
Ayuso sprints to Vuelta stage 12 victory as tensions ease
Juan Ayuso sprinted to victory in the 12th stage of the Vuelta a Espana on Thursday to seal his second win at this year's race.
Spence on brink of history as first Muslim England player
Tottenham's Djed Spence said the opportunity to make history as the first male player who publically identifies as a Muslim to represent England was a "blessing" as he prepares for a potential debut.
Kolisi returns but won't captain Springboks against All Blacks
Siya Kolisi has been cleared to play in South Africa's Rugby Championship Test against the All Blacks on Saturday but will not be captain in a surprise move by coach Rassie Erasmus.
French women's boxing team barred from world champs over late gender test results
The French women's team have been barred from the boxing world championships because the results of their gender tests were not delivered on time, the French Federation (FFBoxe) said Thursday.
'Biggest' Women's Asian Cup can help drive change, says top official
Next year's Women's Asian Cup can help break down barriers for women in the region, a lead organiser told AFP, saying it will be the biggest tournament in its history.
Australia's Schmidt warns of 'super tough' Argentina test
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt predicted Thursday a "super tough" clash in humid conditions against a rampant Argentina, with no room for complacency in a wide-open Rugby Championship.
Olympic champ Kennedy, Gout Gout headline Australia worlds squad
Reigning Olympic pole vault gold medallist Nina Kennedy has Yelena Isinbayeva's world record in her long-term sights while teen prodigy Gout Gout is also in the Australia team for the world championships.
Skipper Wilson back as Wallabies face Argentina threat
Australia skipper Harry Wilson was declared fit Thursday for the Rugby Championship clash with Argentina while Andrew Kellaway got the nod to fill the shoes of injured wing Tom Wright.
Sinner powers into US Open semis, Anisimova gains Swiatek revenge
Reigning champion Jannik Sinner marched into the US Open quarter-finals Wednesday as Amanda Anisimova avenged her Wimbledon thrashing by Iga Swiatek to set up a last-four clash with Naomi Osaka.
Sinner tames Musetti to march into US Open semi-finals
Reigning champion Jannik Sinner sailed into the US Open semi-finals on Wednesday with a straight-sets win over 10th seed Lorenzo Musetti.
Gattuso begins Italy salvage operation with World Cup on the line
Gennaro Gattuso begins his reign as Italy coach on Friday with the visit of Estonia and a contested fixture with Israel as he bids to stop the Azzurri from missing out on a third consecutive World Cup.
Sabalenka in Pegula US Open rematch as Osaka faces Anisimova
Reigning US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on home hope Jessica Pegula in the semi-finals Thursday, with Naomi Osaka meeting Amanda Anisimova in an intriguing last-four encounter.
Wimbledon rewatch inspires Anisimova to US Open revenge
Amanda Anisimova said rewatching her traumatic Wimbledon final drubbing inspired her US Open revenge mission over Iga Swiatek on Wednesday after stunning the Polish second seed to reach the last four.
Kyrgios predicts easy win over Sabalenka in 'Battle of the Sexes'
Mercurial Australian Nick Kyrgios claims he will easily beat women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a "Battle of the Sexes" showdown that could be played next year.
Osaka downs Muchova to reach US Open semi-final
Naomi Osaka surged back to the semi-finals of the US Open on Wednesday with a straight-sets defeat of Czech 11th seed Karolina Muchova.