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Italy and France lock up Nations League quarter-final spots
Italy ensured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a victory over Belgium on Thursday that also guaranteed France a place in the last-eight despite a lacklustre display in a scoreless draw with Israel under tight security in Paris.
Osimhen strike books Nigeria place at Africa Cup of Nations
A late equaliser from Victor Osimhen stamped Nigeria's ticket for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday while Tunisia also booked their place with a 3-2 win over Madagascar.
England ignore star absences to sink Greece
England's understudies ignored the controversy over Harry Kane's criticism of the team's absentee stars as they beat Greece 3-0 on Thursday to keep alive their hopes of Nations League promotion.
Tonali shoots Italy past Belgium and into Nations League quarter-finals
Sandro Tonali fired Italy into the Nations League quarter-finals with the only goal in Thursday's 1-0 win over Belgium in Brussels, completing his Azzurri comeback from a gambling ban which cost him a place at Euro 2024.
Sinner cruises past Medvedev to complete perfect ATP Finals group stage
Jannik Sinner capped a perfect group stage at the ATP Finals with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Daniil Medvedev on Thursday which eliminated his Russian rival.
Rugby needs Wallaby 'superstar' Suaalii says Wales coach Gatland
Wales rugby coach Warren Gatland believes "the game needs superstars" as his struggling side prepare to face Wallaby wonder Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on Sunday.
Unbeaten Chiefs visit Buffalo in NFL rivalry showdown
Josh Allen-led Buffalo has beaten Kansas City in each of the past three NFL seasons, so the Bills have a solid chance on Sunday to spoil the Chiefs' unbeaten campaign.
'Proud' new World Rugby chief Robinson vows to unify the sport
Australia's Brett Robinson said it was a "proud moment" for him after he became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere on Thursday and vowed to unify all the different factions.
England boss fears new directive risks rugby turning into Aussie rules
A new law directive designed to create fairer aerial contests is in danger of turning rugby union into Australian rules football, according to England coach Steve Borthwick.
England captain Kane axed for Greece clash after blast at absentee stars
England captain Harry Kane was left out of the starting line-up for Thursday's Nations League clash with Greece just 24 hours after his remarkable blast at the team's absentee stars.
Borthwick adamant England focus still sharp as Springboks await
England coach Steve Borthwick insists talk about his own position is no distraction as he bids to end the team's losing run against world champions South Africa at Twickenham on Saturday.
Martin calls on rival Bagnaia for advice ahead of MotoGP title showdown
Championship leader Jorge Martin suggested on Thursday that his nearest rival and close friend Francesco Bagnaia should give him some advice on how to close out his first title at this weekend's Grand Prix of Barcelona.
Philadelphia completes lineup for Johnson's Grand Slam meets
Grand Slam Track, the upstart athletics series founded by four-time Olympic champion sprinter Michael Johnson, announced Philadelphia's Franklin Field as the final venue for its debut 2025 season on Thursday.
Italy wing Capuozzo to miss Georgia game with concussion
Italy wing Ange Capuozzo has been ruled out of this weekend's rugby union Test against Georgia in Genoa with concussion, the Italian rugby federation (FIR) announced Thursday.
Son hits 50th South Korea goal in World Cup win, Australia-Saudi stalemate
Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to move South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday as Australia and Saudi Arabia cancelled each other out.
Japan into BJK Cup quarter-finals for first time in 11 years
Shuko Aoyama and Eri Hozumi took Japan into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2013 on Thursday with a stunning comeback win over Romania.
MLB Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees facility in Tampa
The Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 season at the New York Yankees pre-season training facility in nearby Tampa, the Major League Baseball club announced on Thursday.
McIlroy shares Dubai lead with Ballesteros mark in sight
Rory McIlroy claimed a share of the first-round lead at the World Tour Championship in Dubai on Thursday as he closed in on equalling Seve Ballesteros' mark of six European Tour Order of Merit crowns.
Son hits 50th South Korea goal in win, Australia-Saudi stalemate
Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to put South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday as Australia and Saudi Arabia cancelled each other out.
Scotland must emulate Croatia's 'conveyor belt of talent': Clarke
Steve Clarke believes Scotland can emulate Croatia's eye-catching success at major tournaments but must radically rethink their approach to developing talented young players.
Robinson edges Benazzi to succeed Beaumont as head of World Rugby
Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French rival Abdelatif Benazzi in a vote on Thursday.
Fritz beats De Minaur to eye ATP Finals last four, Sinner through
Taylor Fritz closed in on the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after coming from behind to beat Alex De Minaur 5-7, 6-4, 6-3.
Doris expecting a 'proper test' against Argentina
Ireland rugby captain Caelan Doris says Argentina have "gone up to another level" under head coach Felipe Contepomi and will be "a proper test" in Friday's match at Lansdowne Road.
Springboks boss Erasmus expects England to 'play for Borthwick'
South Africa supremo Rassie Erasmus expects the world champions to face an England team determined to ease the pressure on beleaguered coach Steve Borthwick at Twickenham on Saturday.
Before Leicester, Ranieri's brush with glory with his beloved Roma
Claudio Ranieri won the hearts of the football world when he took Leicester City to the 2016 Premier League title, but six years earlier he came within touching distance of an even more romantic achievement -- a league title with his boyhood team Roma.
Australian Robinson edges Benazzi to head World Rugby
Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French rival Abdelatif Benazzi in a vote on Thursday.
US ski star Lindsey Vonn, 40, to attempt competitive return
Former Olympic and world champion Lindsey Vonn said Thursday she will rejoin the US ski team aged 40 in a bid to return to competitive skiing five years after retiring.
Ranieri comes out of retirement to lead hometown club Roma
Claudio Ranieri took charge of his hometown team Roma on Thursday, coming out of retirement to become the Serie A club's third coach of a troubled season.
England recall Steward and Van Poortvliet for South Africa Test
England have recalled Freddie Steward at full-back and selected scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet as they look to revive their November campaign against world champions South Africa at Twickenham on Saturday.
Australian Brett Robinson graduates to rugby's top post
New World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson faces a host of challenges but the matter of player welfare should be well within the scope of a man who once stated that people's well-being was a priority.
Springboks make 12 changes to team for England clash
World champions South Africa have made a mammoth 12 changes to their starting side for Saturday's match against England at Twickenham.
All Blacks fly-half Barrett returns from concussion against France
Fly-half Beauden Barrett comes into the All Blacks team to play France this weekend having overcome concussion, New Zealand Rugby announced on Thursday.