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Mbappe lifts Real Madrid past Osasuna in La Liga opener
Kylian Mbappe struck from the penalty spot as Real Madrid beat a dogged Osasuna 1-0 on Tuesday to make a winning start in La Liga under new coach Xabi Alonso.
Brazil nixes red World Cup jersey amid political outcry
The head of Brazil's football federation on Tuesday said he had nixed the much-derided idea of the national team wearing red -- the color associated with the ruling leftist party -- in the 2026 World Cup, which will take place months ahead of elections.
Real Madrid scrape past Osasuna in La Liga opener
Kylian Mbappe struck from the penalty spot as Real Madrid beat a dogged Osasuna 1-0 on Tuesday to make a winning start in La Liga under new coach Xabi Alonso.
McIlroy backs 'clean slate' season finale format change
Rory McIlroy is backing the format change that will see all 30 players tee off as equals as they battle for the FedEx Cup in the PGA Tour's Tour Championship starting on Thursday.
Isak says 'change' best for everyone after Newcastle trust broken
Alexander Isak believes his departure from Newcastle is "in the best interests of everyone" after breaking his silence on the saga of the Premier League transfer window amid speculation over a move to Liverpool.
Salah makes history with third PFA player of the year award
Mohamed Salah became the first player to win the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) men's player of the year for a third time on Tuesday after guiding Liverpool to Premier League glory.
Rabiot, Rowe put up for sale by Marseille after bust-up
Marseille duo Adrien Rabiot and Jonathan Rowe were placed on the club's transfer list Tuesday after a physical altercation following the 1-0 loss at Rennes in the Ligue 1 season opener.
Weary Swiatek wins US Open mixed doubles opener
Iga Swiatek shrugged off weariness to partner Casper Ruud to an opening victory in the revamped mixed doubles competition at the US Open on Tuesday.
Miami fearing Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals
Lionel Messi is battling to be fit for Inter Miami's Leagues Cup quarter-final clash against Mexican side Tigres UANL on Wednesday, head coach Javier Mascherano revealed.
Trump course back on PGA schedule for 2026 season: tour
Donald Trump's famed Trump National Doral course will host a PGA Tour event next season, returning to the circuit after a 10-year absence, the tour confirmed on Tuesday.
Sinner withdraws from US Open mixed doubles draw
World number one Jannik Sinner, who was forced to retire during the final of the Cincinnati Open, and playing partner Katerina Siniakova have withdrawn from the US Open mixed doubles draw, tournament organisers confirmed Tuesday.
South Africa ring changes after Australia defeat in Rugby Championship
South Africa have made 10 changes to their starting team for their second Rugby Championship match against Australia at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Sinner withdrawn from US Open mixed doubles draw
World number one Jannik Sinner, who was forced to retire during the final of the Cincinnati Open, and playing partner Katerina Siniakova were removed from the US Open mixed doubles draw on Tuesday.
Ronaldo gets Hong Kong hero's welcome, avoids Messi pitfall
Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero's welcome Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong -- where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play.
Lionesses hero Agyemang returns to Brighton on loan
Michelle Agyemang, who shot to fame as England retained the women's Euros last month, has rejoined Brighton on loan from Arsenal.
Klopp 'decisive' in move to Leipzig, says Bakayoko
Belgium winger Johan Bakayoko said a conversation with Jurgen Klopp was the decisive factor in his move to RB Leipzig from PSV Eindhoven this summer.
'Historic' final a record sell-out, says Rugby women's World Cup chief
The Rugby World Cup final will set a record attendance for a women's game next month with a crowd of more than 80,000 spectators expected at a sold-out Twickenham, tournament organisers said on Tuesday.
Verma snubbed as India name Women's World Cup squad
Opener Shafali Verma was left out of India's squad on Tuesday for the upcoming 50-over Women's World Cup tournament after recent patchy form.
Markram, Maharaj lead South Africa to crushing win in ODI series-opener
Aiden Markram hit 82 before left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj tore through Australia's new-look batting order as South Africa claimed the One-Day International series opener by 98 runs in Cairns on Tuesday.
Azam, Rizwan demoted in contracts as Pakistan scrap A category
Pakistan demoted former captains Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday in a contract review that scrapped the top category after a string of poor recent results.
Markram leads South Africa to 296-8 in ODI series-opener
A new-look Australian batting line-up face a tough chase after Aiden Markram's 82 off 81 balls led South Africa to 296-8 in the One-Day International series opener in Cairns on Tuesday.
South Africa quick Rabada out of Australia ODI series with injury
South Africa pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada was Tuesday ruled out of the three-match one-day international series against Australia because of inflammation in his ankle.
Home hero Piastri to have Australian F1 grandstand named after him
Oscar Piastri will have a grandstand named after him at the Australian Grand Prix from next year, an honour the McLaren driver said was "surreal".
Swiatek beats Paolini to clinch WTA Cincinnati Open title
Iga Swiatek filled in a piece of her career tennis puzzle on Monday as she won the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open for the first time with a 7-5, 6-4 defeat of Jasmine Paolini.
Sinner vows to play US Open after Cincy retirement
Jannik Sinner insisted on Monday he would be ready to defend his US Open crown after illness forced him to retire from his Cincinnati Open final clash with Carlos Alcaraz.
Leeds beat Everton for perfect start to Premier League return
Lukas Nmecha's controversial late penalty gave Leeds lift-off on their return to the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Everton at a jubilant Elland Road on Monday.
Guirassy sends struggling Dortmund past Essen in German Cup
A 79th-minute goal from Serhou Guirassy took Borussia Dortmund to a 1-0 win at neighbours Essen in the first round of the German Cup on Monday.
Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires
Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness during the first set.
Doak joins Bournemouth as Liverpool exodus grows
Scotland international winger Ben Doak has joined Bournemouth in a deal worth up to £25 million ($34 million), taking Liverpool's tally from player sales beyond £200 million during this transfer window.
Lassana Diarra seeks 65 mn euros from FIFA and Belgian FA in transfer case
Former France international Lassana Diarra is seeking 65 million euros ($76 million) from FIFA and the Belgian football association as part of a long-running legal battle, the player's lawyer announced on Monday.
Alonso says 'no excuses' as Real Madrid prepare for La Liga opener
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said the team's shortened pre-season will not be used as an excuse as they prepare to kick off their La Liga campaign at home to Osasuna on Tuesday.
Injured Springboks captain Kolisi out for four weeks
South Africa captain and flanker Siya Kolisi will be sidelined for four weeks due to a knee injury suffered in a shock loss to Australia at the weekend, coach Rassie Erasmus said on Monday.