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Faltering stars and delighted underdogs do battle in Euro 2024 last 16

Euro 2024's last 16 match-ups were confirmed on Wednesday night after Georgia snatched a spot in the knockout stage for the first time in their history. Romania v Netherlands The Dutch were hugely disappointing in Group D, finishing third behind Austria and France, and should be wary on Tuesday of Romania who are in the last 16 for the first time in 24 years after topping a tight Group E. However Ronald Koeman, who called his team "appalling"...

2024-06-27T10:03:11Z

Five young players shining at Euro 2024

As the Euro 2024 group phase came to an end on Wednesday and the remaining 16 sides prepare for the knockouts, the tournament has so far provided a platform for the rising stars of the game to showcase their talents with all of Europe watching. Jamal Musiala (Germany) Jamal Musiala, 21, has been the hosts' most effective attacking force so far at Euro 2024, scoring a goal in each of the first two games as Germany won Group A. The only shining...

2024-06-27T02:57:02Z

Soccer-Belgium limp into Euro last 16 after 0-0 draw, Ukraine go out

By Christian Radnedge STUTTGART, Germany (Reuters) -Belgium played out a nervy scoreless draw with Ukraine to eventually wrap up second place in Group E and set up a last-16 tie with France, with the Ukrainians eliminated on goal difference, finishing bottom of the group behind Slovakia. Romania finish as group winners after they drew with Slovakia 1-1 in the other match. All teams finished on

2024-06-26T19:07:06Z

Soccer-Tedesco makes one change for Belgium while Ukraine pack defence

By Christian Radnedge STUTTGART, Germany (Reuters) - Belgium forward Leandro Trossard got the nod to start in their final Group E match against Ukraine as both sides seek to progress to the last 16 knowing a win could clinch top spot in the group. Trossard comes in for Dodi Lukebakio, in a front three alongside Romelu Lukaku and Jeremy Doku, in the only change made by coach Domenico Tedesco from

2024-06-26T15:26:23Z

Soccer-Danes an overnight sensation as Germany await in Euro last 16

By Philip O'Connor BERLIN (Reuters) - Denmark's national team woke up to the sudden realisation that their popularity had exploded overnight, both at home and abroad, despite the scoreless draw against Serbia that saw them through to a last-16 tie against the Euro 2024 hosts Germany. The Danish Football Association (DBU) said on Wednesday that more than 20,000 Danes had applied for some of the

2024-06-26T16:06:24Z

2024 NBA draft: All the players, all the looks from the first round

No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr and Reed Sheppard took the stage early in the first round of the 2024 NBA draft.

2024-06-27T00:40:36Z

5 Premier League transfers that could get done before crucial looming deadline

Premier League clubs have until June 30 to complete transfers if they want those deals to fall inside the 2023-24 period for the purposes of Profit and Sustainability Rules

2024-06-27T11:04:06Z

China ‘will never’ release details on Olympic swimmers who tested positive for banned TMZ

Chinada remarks come various United States representatives criticised Wada's handling of 2021 case China's anti-doping agency said it will "never" agree to a United States demand to release details of its investigation into 23 swimmers who tested positive for banned substances ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. "Such request, without any legal basis, is ...

2024-06-28T01:50:00Z

What can Barcelona learn from Spain at Euro 2024?

Current and prospective Blaugranes are putting on a show in Germany

2024-06-26T19:28:08Z

Prajanchai Vs. Jonathan Di Bella: 4 Keys To Victory In World Title Clash At ONE Friday Fights 68

These two striking masters will battle for kickboxing gold in Bangkok this Friday.

2024-06-27T18:55:16Z

Martin: Ducati has offered full support in MotoGP despite Aprilia deal

Martin will continue to get full support from Ducati this year despite his move to Aprilia

2024-06-27T15:24:33Z

Soccer-Newcomers Georgia stage historic Euro shock by beating Portugal 2-0

By William Schomberg GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (Reuters) -Georgia staged the biggest upset in Euro history with a 2-0 win over Portugal on Wednesday to stride into the knock-out phase of their first major tournament, thanks to an early Khvicha Kvaratskhelia strike and a Georges Mikautadze penalty. The win, albeit against a largely second-string Portugal who had already made it into the next round,

2024-06-26T22:37:40Z

How are Barcelona’s stars faring at Euro 2024?

The group stages are now over

2024-06-28T07:04:26Z

PGA Tour advisory council mulling big changes for 2026

The PGA Tour Player Advisory Council (PAC) is mulling changes for the 2026 season that could include reduced fields, relegation and majors on the Korn Ferry Tour. Three members of the council shared the ideas with Golfweek in a story published Tuesday. "We started talking and spitballing ideas about what things could look like. There were some ideas that seemed very good and would bring some

2024-06-26T18:46:44Z

Esports-FIFA launches 'Football Manager' World Cup with $100,000 in prize money

(Reuters) - FIFA will host its first ever FIFAe World Cup of Football Manager this year to crown the best virtual manager on the highly-popular video game, world soccer's governing body said on Thursday. FIFA is partnering with Sports Interactive, the developers of the game that has sold millions of copies and has also been used by several football clubs to scout players and opponents thanks to

2024-06-27T13:39:52Z

ONE Friday Fights 68: Prajanchai Vs. Di Bella – Results And Highlights From Every Fight

We’re reporting to you live from the historic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand!

2024-06-28T03:43:03Z

Soccer-Hagi junior making his own name at Euro 2024

By Nick Said FRANKFURT, Germany (Reuters) - Ianis Hagi has long had to live with comparisons to his father, one of Romania’s greatest ever players Gheorghe Hagi, but at the European Championship in Germany he has the chance to make a name for himself. The 25-year-old attacking midfielder was influential in earning Romania a 1-1 draw with Slovakia in their final Group E fixture on Wednesday,

2024-06-27T16:00:21Z

Olympics-Lee brother and sister act to tee off for Australia in Paris

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Minjee and Min Woo Lee will become the 16th siblings to represent Australia in the same sport at the same Olympics when they tee off in Paris after being confirmed as members of the golf team along with Jason Day and Hannah Green on Friday. Women's major champion Minjee competed at the Rio and Tokyo Games, but her brother, a former U.S. junior amateur champion, will be making

2024-06-28T00:56:51Z

Mikayil Faye posts cryptic message amid Barca exit talk

The defender has taken to social media

2024-06-26T17:42:30Z

Soccer-Ukrainians keen for a wartime success lament Euro elimination

By Ivan Lyubysh-Kirdey and Anna Voitenko (Reuters) - Ukraine's national soccer team and its fans, hungry for success at Euro 2024 after more than two years of grinding war against Russia, lamented their elimination on Wednesday, but expressed pride nonetheless at their effort. Ukraine drew 0-0 against Belgium and finished the first round of with four points - not good enough to advance in a

2024-06-27T00:02:39Z

Jamaican sprint star Thompson-Herah ‘devastated’ after injury rules her out of Paris Olympics

Two-time Olympic women's 100m and 200m champion Elaine Thompson-Herah fails to recover from Achilles injury Jamaica's two-time Olympic women's 100m and 200m champion Elaine Thompson-Herah will not defend her titles at next month's Paris Games after failing to recover from an Achilles injury, the sprint star said on Wednesday. Thompson-Herah, who co...

2024-06-27T06:16:38Z

Soccer-Romania, Slovakia draw sends both into last 16

By Nick Said FRANKFURT, Germany (Reuters) -Romania's Razvan Marin scored a first-half penalty to cancel out Ondrej Duda’s headed goal for Slovakia as the teams played out a 1-1 Euro 2024 Group E draw on Wednesday to both reach the last 16. All four sides in Group E finished on four points, with Romania earning top spot on goals scored from Belgium, and Slovakia ending third, ahead Ukraine on

2024-06-26T18:22:04Z

Kongthoranee Stunned By Chance To Fight ‘Idol’ Superlek At ONE Friday Fights 68

The rising star will face the pound-for-pound great in a flyweight Muay Thai clash this Friday.

2024-06-27T18:56:35Z

‘Very Excited For His Return’ – Superlek Thrilled To Compete Alongside Friend Liam Harrison At ONE 168: Denver

The Thai superstar and the British legend are set for massive Muay Thai matchups on September 6.

2024-06-26T17:31:37Z

Soccer-Coman, Hagi come into Romania team to play Slovakia

By Nick Said FRANKFURT, Germany (Reuters) - Romania have made two changes to their starting line-up for the European Championship Group E clash with Slovakia in Frankfurt, bringing Florinel Coman and Ianis Hagi into the side for a game where a draw will see both teams advance to the last-16. Coman started the 3-0 win over Ukraine but was dropped for the loss to Belgium that followed and replaced

2024-06-26T15:26:22Z

2024 US Olympic Gymnastics Trials: See the competition in photos

The 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials are underway. See some of the biggest names competing for a spot on Team USA at the Paris Olympics.

2024-06-27T20:13:54Z

The Numbers Narrative: Uruguay 5-0 Bolivia

Valverde on the scoresheet. Uruguay’s 80.65% field tilt, 2.74 xG, and smart pressing resulted in a 5-0 demolition of Bolivia.

2024-06-28T03:18:24Z

Soccer-Uruguay put five past Bolivia to edge closer to Copa quarters

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey (Reuters) - Uruguay thrashed tournament minnows Bolivia 5-0 in their Group C encounter in New Jersey on Thursday to all but book their place in the Copa America quarter-finals. Facundo Pellistri nodded home the opener in the eighth minute and Darwin Nunez doubled Uruguay's lead just after the 20-minute mark, powering a left-footed shot past Bolivia keeper Guillermo

2024-06-28T03:22:16Z

Meyer Shank Racing returns to IMSA with new Acura GTP deal

After a year out following 2023 Daytona 24 Hours scandal, MSR will renew its long association with Acura in 2025

2024-06-27T14:39:25Z

Paris Olympics: meet the mastermind behind Siobhan Haughey’s bid for glory

'Those who want to swim with us are generally smarter people,' says the man planning Hongkonger's path to podium The mastermind behind Siobhan Haughey's Paris Olympics glory bid began coaching to chase the adrenaline rushes that accompany sporting success. Tom Rushton followed in the footsteps of his late dad, Clive, a top-level coach and 100 metre...

2024-06-27T01:15:53Z

NBA Draft 2024: France’s Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr go 1 and 2 to Hawks and Wizards

France land three players in the top six in historic draft, which is held over two days for first time, with Hong Kong's David Muoka a possible pick The Atlanta Hawks have selected forward Zaccharie Risacher with the No 1 overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. Risacher comes out of France, where he most recently played for JL Bourg-...

2024-06-27T06:46:51Z

Wimbledon history-maker Coleman Wong wants to inspire Hongkongers to choose tennis careers

Debut at the grass-court grand slam event, weeks after a first appearance in the French Open, makes Wong 'feel like I belong' Coleman Wong Chak-lam said he felt he "belonged" on the tennis grand-slam stage despite going down to a straight-sets defeat in the opening round of Wimbledon qualifying this week. Hong Kong's first men's or women's represen...

2024-06-27T00:00:43Z

Why IndyCar’s Race Control should tweak yellow flag policy during pit cycles

Opinion: Sunday’s Laguna Seca IndyCar race left several inside the paddock, and fans on social media, frustrated by a Race Control call, and it’s something that needs to be addressed

2024-06-27T19:40:37Z

McLaren using rented motorhome as clean-up of fire-damaged F1 Team Hub continues

McLaren has a temporary home in Austria after a fire hit its Formula 1 motorhome in Spain

2024-06-27T13:09:18Z

Soccer-Panama strike late to beat 10-man United States

ATLANTA, Georgia (Reuters) - Panama struck late to beat the United States 2-1 in their Copa America Group C match in Atlanta on Thursday, after the hosts were forced to play most of the match with 10 men. U.S. defender Timothy Weah was sent off in the 18th minute for lashing out at Roderick Miller, but Folarin Balogun gave the hosts the lead with an emphatic strike from just outside the box four

2024-06-28T00:21:44Z

Furious Cristiano Ronaldo can't help himself as angry four-part tirade sees him punished

Cristiano Ronaldo started for Portugal in their final Euro 2024 group game against Georgia, despite Roberto Martinez's side having already won the group - and the first half didn't go too well

2024-06-26T20:16:39Z

Georgia stun Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal in biggest shock in Euros history

GEORGIA 2-0 PORTUGAL: Kvicha Kvaratskhelia and Georges Mikautadze scored the goals as Willy Sagnol's men produced a major surprise in Gelsenkirchen to book themselves a last 16 showdown against Spain

2024-06-26T21:16:44Z

Can move to mainland China change Hong Kong attitudes? Footballer Shinichi Chan hopes so

Dream switch to Chinese Super League title chasers Shanghai Shenhua can 'give parents and young players the dream of professional football' Shinichi Chan hopes his dream move to Shanghai Shenhua goes some way to convincing sceptical Hongkongers that sport is more than just a hobby, and can be a career too. Athletic pursuits in the city are traditio...

2024-06-27T06:31:44Z

Aung La N Sang To Face Undefeated Phenom Shamil Erdogan In MMA Fight At ONE 168: Denver

The former two-division ONE World Champion will make his return on September 6 at Ball Arena.

2024-06-26T16:22:36Z

Soccer-Romania, Slovakia make last 16 after lively draw

By Nick Said FRANKFURT, Germany (Reuters) -Romania's Razvan Marin scored a first-half penalty to cancel out Ondrej Duda’s headed goal for Slovakia as the teams played out a 1-1 Euro 2024 Group E draw on Wednesday to both reach the last 16. All four sides in Group E finished on four points, with Romania earning top spot on goals scored from Belgium, and Slovakia ending third, ahead Ukraine on

2024-06-26T19:07:08Z

Soccer-Georgia stun Portugal to qualify for last 16 at Euro 2024

By Sam Tobin GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (Reuters) - Georgia booked a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 in their debut appearance at a major tournament, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's early goal and a Georges Mikautadze penalty earning a 2-0 win over already-qualified Portugal on Wednesday. Portugal's Antonio Silva was at fault for both goals, having passed the ball straight to Mikautadze who fed

2024-06-26T21:07:28Z

3 Fights That Could Steal The Show At ONE Fight Night 23: Ok Vs. Rasulov

Luke Lessei, Kang Ji Won, and Nico Carrillo should all produce fireworks on July 5 in U.S. primetime.

2024-06-26T19:36:26Z

Soccer-Rondon sends Venezuela into Copa quarters with win over Mexico

INGLEWOOD, California (Reuters) -Salomon Rondon tucked away a second-half penalty to send Venezuela into the Copa America quarter-finals on Wednesday with a 1-0 win over Mexico in Group B, a result that also sent Jamaica crashing out of the tournament. Rondon made no mistake from the spot in the 57th minute after Jon Aramburu was brought down inside the box by Julian Quinones, sending Mexico

2024-06-27T04:43:26Z

Ricciardo thinks he has time to save RB F1 seat despite Marko comments

Australian F1 driver Ricciardo knows he must impress Red Bull in the next few races after recent comments from Helmut Marko piled pressure on his position

2024-06-27T11:38:53Z

Remembering the Top 13 Matches That Defined Nacho’s Legacy at Real Madrid

A look back at the games where Nacho shone brightest, showcasing his versatility and resilience on the field.

2024-06-26T19:43:53Z

Clubs learn big game dates as SPFL fixtures are released

Motherwell, Airdrie, Hamilton and Clyde are able to map out their season

2024-06-27T08:37:11Z

Soccer-Newcomers Georgia shock Portugal 2-0 to advance at Euro 2024

By William Schomberg GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (Reuters) -Georgia stunned Portugal to reach the knockouts at Euro 2024 - their first ever major tournament - with a 2-0 win over the former European champions on Wednesday, settled by an early Khvicha Kvaratskhelia strike and a Georges Mikautadze penalty. The win, albeit against a largely second-string Portugal who had already made it into the next

2024-06-26T21:37:31Z

Sunderland’s summer is currently shaping up slightly better than England’s

Sunderland kicking on with pre-season and the summer transfer window would be that much sweeter if England could turn the screw at the Euros in Germany.

2024-06-28T05:03:42Z

Paris Olympics: coach Greg Koenig says fencers on track despite mediocre Asian meet results

The men's foil team barely extended their 18-year medal-winning streak at the event, but managed to identify the person to fill the No 3 spot Head coach Greg Koenig said the performances of Hong Kong's foilists at the recent Asian Fencing Championships in Kuwait were disappointing but that the team's preparations for the Paris Olympics remain on tr...

2024-06-28T08:06:08Z

Soccer-6,101 pieces of history: Brazilian owns world's largest shirt collection

By Leonardo Benassatto and Amanda Perobelli SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazilian Cassio Brandao walks through rooms filled with clothes racks that in April made him a Guinness World Records title holder as the owner of the world's largest collection of soccer shirts. From rare Pele jerseys to a 1998 World Cup shirt signed by Ronaldo, the 41-year-old Google employee has amassed a total 6,101 shirts

2024-06-27T17:35:31Z