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Italy, Canada set-up Davis Cup semi-final showdown
Fabio Fognini and Simone Bolelli cruised to victory in the deciding doubles as Italy beat the United States 2-1 in their Davis Cup quarter-final in Malaga on Thursday.
Richarlison stars as Brazil beat Serbia but Neymar suffers injury scare
Richarlison scored twice as tournament favourites Brazil beat Serbia 2-0 in their World Cup opener on Thursday, but the win was soured by an ankle injury to captain Neymar.
World Cup history for Ronaldo, Neymar injury scare after Brazil win
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup history on Thursday as Brazil were rocked by an injury scare to captain Neymar after a hardfought 2-0 victory over Serbia.
Brazil grinds to halt as World Cup party starts
In yellow-and-green bikinis, Neymar jerseys and sparkling tops straight out of carnival, Brazilians dropped everything Thursday to watch the national team make their highly anticipated World Cup debut, exploding in celebration at their opening win.
Neymar suffers ankle sprain in Brazil win
Brazil captain Neymar suffered a sprained ankle in his team's World Cup win over Serbia on Thursday and faces a medical assessment in the next 48 hours, the national team doctor said after the match.
Richarlison's World Cup brace for Brazil 'a boyhood dream come true'
Richarlison reflected on his tears when he feared he might miss the World Cup after scoring both goals as Brazil opened their bid to win a sixth title with a 2-0 win over Serbia in Doha on Thursday.
First Swedish NHL star Salming dies at 71
Former Toronto Maple Leafs and Sweden defenceman Borje Salming died on Thursday at the age of 71, the NHL team said in a statement.
History for Ronaldo as Brazil win World Cup opener
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup goalscoring history on Thursday as Brazil launched their quest for a record sixth title with a 2-0 victory over Serbia.
Bills snatch late win at Detroit
Tyler Bass's 45 yard field goal, with two seconds remaining, gave the Buffalo Bills a thrilling 28-25 victory at the Detroit Lions in the NFL on Thursday.
Richarlison double gives Brazil World Cup win over Serbia
A second-half brace by Richarlison, including a stunning overhead scissor kick, gave tournament favourites Brazil a 2-0 win over Serbia in their opening World Cup game at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.
Man United can no longer count on Ronaldo, but Portugal can
Manchester United can no longer count on Cristiano Ronaldo, after they parted ways by mutual consent this week, but the veteran striker showed that Portugal still can.
Ghana's Addo blames 'gift' Ronaldo penalty for Portugal defeat
Ghana coach Otto Addo insisted Thursday that the spot-kick from which Cristiano Ronaldo's netted in his fifth World Cup was a "gift" following the Black Stars' defeat to Portugal.
Ronaldo says United chapter closed after breaking World Cup scoring record
Cristiano Ronaldo said Thursday that he had put his recent troubles at Manchester United behind him after scoring in a record-breaking fifth World Cup as Portugal squeezed past Ghana 3-2.
Iran 'not under any pressure' after anthem protest says Taremi
Iran forward Mehdi Taremi on Thursday denied his team had come "under pressure" from their government after opting not to sing the national anthem before their first World Cup match.
Ronaldo scores in fifth World Cup as Portugal squeeze past Ghana
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at five World Cups on Thursday when he scored the opening goal from the penalty spot in Portugal's 3-2 win over Ghana.
History for Ronaldo as Brazil enter World Cup fray
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup goalscoring history on Thursday as mighty Brazil prepared for their first game of the finals.
Iran arrests ex-international footballer who backed protests
Iran on Thursday arrested a former international football player of Kurdish origin who has strongly supported the protests that have rocked the country since September, news agencies said.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first man to score in five World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at five World Cups on Thursday after opening the scoring in Portugal's World Cup clash with Ghana.
Southgate urges England to end US World Cup curse
Gareth Southgate urged England to exorcise the ghosts of their World Cup embarrassments against the United States when they clash in Doha on Friday.
Pivac won't be 'sidetracked' as Wales pressure mounts
Wayne Pivac has insisted he will ignore the growing speculation surrounding his future as Wales coach ahead of Saturday's potentially make-or-break clash at home to Australia.
Adidas probing allegations about Kanye West's behaviour
Adidas said Thursday it was investigating claims against Kanye West after a report detailed alleged inappropriate behaviour, just weeks after the German sportswear giant ended its partnership with the rapper.
Wales 'fully focused' on football, not protests: Page
Wales manager Rob Page ruled out emulating Germany's pre-match protest against FIFA's stance on the "OneLove" rainbow armband when his team face Iran in a crucial World Cup Group B clash on Friday.
Italy take doubles to edge USA in Davis Cup quarter-final
Fabio Fognini and Simone Bolelli cruised to victory in the deciding doubles as Italy beat the United States 2-1 their Davis Cup quarter-final in Malaga on Thursday.
Son and Suarez subdued in Uruguay-Korea World Cup stalemate
The returning Son Heung-min could not inspire South Korea as the Tigers of Asia started their World Cup Group H campaign with a 0-0 draw against Uruguay in Qatar on Thursday.
Japan looking to make World Cup splash after sinking Germany
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu was given a surprise shower by a pitch sprinkler on Thursday but it did nothing to dampen his spirits after his team's stunning victory over Germany.
Jones calls for referee respect as Springboks' Erasmus misses England game
England coach Eddie Jones said referees had to be treated with respect ahead his team's meeting with a South Africa side who will be without Rassie Erasmus at Twickenham.
South Korean talisman Son masked and muted in World Cup opener
Son Heung-min was everywhere around Education City Stadium with South Korean fans sporting his shirt and a giant cutout of his face, but on the pitch their talisman was a subdued figure in Thursday's 0-0 World Cup stalemate with Uruguay.
'Magnificent' Bellingham a World Cup game-changer for England
Jude Bellingham has the potential to become England's World Cup game-changer after the teenage midfielder announced his arrival on the global stage in "magnificent" style.
Alun Wyn Jones returns to Wales XV for crunch Wallabies clash
Wales have recalled former captain Alun Wyn Jones to the starting XV for their Autumn Nations finale against Australia on Saturday, with Joe Hawkins set to make his Test debut.
No Germany player safe after shock World Cup defeat: Flick
Germany manager Hansi Flick warned on Thursday that no member of his starting XI was safe ahead of their crucial weekend clash with Spain after a shock 2-1 loss to Japan.
Ronaldo and Brazil enter World Cup fray after Swiss win
Cristiano Ronaldo will aim to put his painful Manchester United divorce behind him at the World Cup on Thursday as Brazil also make their bow following a win for Switzerland in the early kick-off.
Wales recall former captain Jones for crunch Wallabies clash
Wales have recalled former captain Alun Wyn Jones to the starting XV for their Autumn Nations finale against Australia on Saturday, with Joe Hawkins set to make his Test debut.