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Serie A to introduce semi-automated offside before World Cup: source
Semi-automated offside technology is set to be introduced to Serie A before the coming World Cup, a source told AFP on Tuesday, after VAR controversy swept Italian football at the weekend.
Fiji's world sevens champion Rasaku joins Bayonne
Fiji's Kaminieli Rasaku has joined Bayonne days after winning the Rugby World Cup Sevens, the French Top 14 club said on Tuesday.
Guardiola expects even more from Haaland ahead of Dortmund reunion
Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday that Erling Haaland will become even more prolific once he gets used to life at Manchester City as the in-form striker prepares for a reunion with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League this week.
Potter braced for Champions League challenge at Chelsea
Graham Potter said on Tuesday he expects a baptism of fire as Chelsea manager as he takes charge of a Champions League game for the first time when RB Salzburg visit Stamford Bridge this week.
Vinicius and Rodrygo 'making Real Madrid dream' says Ancelotti
Carlo Ancelotti praised Brazilian pair Rodrygo and Vinicius for "making Real Madrid dream" in the absence of injured centre forward Karim Benzema.
Root warns rivals that England are no 'one-trick pony'
Joe Root has warned England's rivals they are no "one-trick pony" after the team wrapped up a sixth Test victory in seven matches with their new hyper-aggressive brand of cricket.
Joshua accepts terms for Fury fight: management team
Anthony Joshua has accepted terms for a proposed world heavyweight title fight with Tyson Fury, his management team announced on Tuesday.
Alaphilippe given all-clear for defence of cycling world title
Julian Alaphilippe has been named in the French team to attempt to win a third successive road race world title weeks after dislocating his shoulder.
Wales manager Page signs new deal as World Cup looms
Robert Page has signed a new four-year contract as Wales manager as he prepares to lead the national team to only their second World Cup, in Qatar.
New-look Wallabies 'can knock over' buoyant All Blacks: Rennie
Coach Dave Rennie is confident a new-look Australia can get one hand on the elusive Bledisloe Cup with victory over New Zealand in Melbourne on Thursday, but warned the Wallabies must be at their best.
Russell Wilson booed and loses on Seahawks return
Denver quarterback Russell Wilson's return to Seattle started with hearty boos and finished with a 17-16 NFL loss to Geno Smith and the Seahawks on Monday.
US Open finalist Ruud to begin 2023 campaign in Auckland
New world number two Casper Ruud announced Tuesday he will start his 2023 season at the Auckland Classic when the ATP Tour event returns in January after a three-year hiatus because of Covid.
Foley gets first start since 2019 as Australia make eight changes
Veteran fly-half Bernard Foley will start a Wallabies Test for the first time since the 2019 World Cup after getting the nod Tuesday among eight changes to face the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship this week.
Retallick to start as All Blacks change two for Wallabies Test
Lock Brodie Retallick will begin his first game for New Zealand since fracturing a cheekbone against Ireland, in one of two All Blacks changes announced Tuesday for the midweek Rugby Championship clash with Australia.
Rampant Haaland set to show Dortmund what they are missing
Borussia Dortmund know only too well of Erling Haaland's ability to destroy defences in the Champions League, but the German giants may die by the sword they previously lived by when they visit Manchester City on Wednesday.
Victim's family slam plea deal for ex-Chiefs assistant in drunk-driving crash
Former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid pleaded guilty on Monday to felony driving while intoxicated and causing crash in 2021 that severely injured two children.
Abraham fires Roma to win at Empoli
Tammy Abraham struck the decisive goal in Roma's 2-1 win at Empoli on Monday which put them a point behind a trio of sides leading the way in Serie A.
LAFC's Bale has MLS's top-selling jersey
Less than three months into his Major League Soccer tenure Wales captain Gareth Bale's Los Angeles FC jersey is the top-seller on MLSstore.com, the league said Monday.
Conte's Tottenham 'clear favourites' says Sporting coach
Antonio Conte's Tottenham are "clear favourites" in this week's Champions League Group D match, Sporting coach Ruben Amorim said on Monday on the eve of their game in Portugal.
'No words' to describe Alcaraz achievements, says Spain's Davis Cup captain
Spain's Davis Cup captain Sergi Bruguera has said there are "no words" that can sufficiently describe the scale of Carlos Alcaraz's achievements, as the teenage sensation prepares for this week's group phase.
Former world number one Halep to rest after nose surgery
Former world number one Simona Halep said Monday she would need a few weeks of rest after undergoing nose surgery.
South Africa coach Boucher to quit after T20 World Cup
South African head coach Mark Boucher will quit his job after the T20 World Cup in October and November, Cricket South Africa announced on Monday.
Potter impressed by Boehly's vision for Chelsea
New Chelsea manager Graham Potter said he is impressed by chairman Todd Boehly's vision for the club despite criticism of the American's first few months in charge.
England potential excites skipper Stokes after South Africa series win
Ben Stokes said on Monday it was "scary" to think of what England might achieve after rounding off a succesful first-season as captain with a dominant display against South Africa.
Premier League postpones Chelsea-Liverpool, Man Utd-Leeds due to police shortage
Liverpool's visit to Chelsea and Manchester United's clash with Leeds on Sunday have been postponed due to policing pressures ahead of the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, the Premier League announced on Monday.
Elgar rues South Africa's lack of runs after England series loss
South Africa captain Dean Elgar was left lamenting his side's lack of runs after England sped to a series-clinching win in the third Test at the Oval.
Three talking points from England v South Africa series
England eased to victory over South Africa in the third Test at The Oval on Monday to complete a remarkable 2-1 series win in just over two days of action.
Williams driver Albon needed ventilator treatment after appendix surgery
Williams' Formula One driver Alex Albon suffered "respiratory failure" and was left on a ventilator following complications from surgery on his appendix.
Zverev out of Davis Cup with 'extreme pain', likely to miss 'months'
Alexander Zverev will not feature for Germany in this week's Davis Cup group stage in Hamburg after experiencing "extreme pain" and is unlikely to play again this year, he said Monday.
Liverpool 'horror show' leaves Klopp searching for answers
Jurgen Klopp said Monday he has spent days trawling over Liverpool's "horror show" of a 4-1 defeat to Napoli that leaves last season's Champions League finalists with little margin for error in Europe.
Arsenal's Europa League clash with PSV postponed due to police shortage
Arsenal's Europa League clash with PSV Eindhoven on Thursday has been postponed due to a lack of police resources in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death last week.
England seal memorable season with South Africa series win
England thrashed South Africa by nine wickets in the third and deciding Test at the Oval on Monday, completing a 2-1 series win in just over two days of action.