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Mbappe gifted goal as Paris Saint-Germain beat Strasbourg

Kylian Mbappe had a penalty brilliantly saved but was gifted the opening goal as champions Paris Saint-Germain edged energetic Strasbourg 2-1 away in Ligue 1 on Friday.

Osimhen not concerned about lack of goals as Nigeria march on

Nigeria star Victor Osimhen insisted he does not care about his lack of goals at the Africa Cup of Nations after the Super Eagles beat Angola 1-0 on Friday to progress to the semi-finals.

Dortmund held to scoreless draw at Heidenheim

Injury-hit Borussia Dortmund were held to a goalless draw at Heidenheim on Friday, dropping crucial points in their bid for Champions League football next season.

Athletic Bilbao thrash Mallorca to maintain top four pressure

Athletic Bilbao kept up the pressure on La Liga's top four with a thumping 4-0 win over Mallorca on Friday.

Masuaku free-kick clinches AFCON semi-finals place for DR Congo

Former West Ham United defender Arthur Masuaku scored a vital goal as the Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Guinea 3-1 on Friday to reach the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals.

Ireland hammer France 38-17 in opening Six Nations match

Ireland got their bid for unprecedented back-to-back Grand Slams off to the perfect start with a bonus-point 38-17 victory over 14-man France in the opening match of the Six Nations in Marseille on Friday.

Dortmund held to goalless draw at Heidenheim

An undermanned Borussia Dortmund were held to a goalless draw at Heidenheim on Friday, dropping crucial points in their bid for Champions League football next season.

Krajicek and Ram seal USA berth in Davis Cup finals

Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram sealed the United States' spot in the Davis Cup finals with Friday's doubles win against the Ukraine.

NHL to return to Olympics for 2026, 2030 Winter Games

Players from the National Hockey League will compete in the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games after a deal was reached between players, the league and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the NHL said on Friday.

Son says 'no excuses' after firing South Korea into Asian Cup semis

Son Heung-min said South Korea have "no excuses" not to win the Asian Cup after he scored an extra-time winner to beat Australia 2-1 on Friday and set up a semi-final against Jordan.

Fury's 'freak cut' postpones heavyweight title bout with Usyk

Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his unification fight with Oleksandr Usyk after the British heavyweight suffered a "freak cut" above his eye during a sparring session in Riyadh, Queensberry Promotions announced Friday.

'Devastated' Australia failed to take chances in Asian Cup loss - coach

Graham Arnold said his "devastated" Australia team were punished for failing to take their chances in the 2-1 Asian Cup defeat in extra time to South Korea on Friday.

Lookman goal takes Nigeria into AFCON semi-finals

Ademola Lookman scored his third goal in two games as Nigeria advanced to the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations on Friday with a 1-0 victory over Angola in the last eight.

Son magic takes S. Korea into Asian Cup semi-final with Jordan

South Korea will face Jordan in the Asian Cup semi-finals after Son Heung-min stepped up in extra time with a sumptuous free-kick to see off Australia 2-1 on Friday.

Fury's 'freak cut' postpones Usyk heavyweight bout

Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his unification fight with Oleksandr Usyk after the British heavyweight suffered a "freak cut" above his eye during a sparring session in Riyadh, Queensberry Promotions announced Friday.

Russell wary of new-look Wales as Scots bid to end Cardiff losing run

Scotland captain Finn Russell believes his side will still have their work cut out to end a 22-year-wait for a win in Cardiff even though they will be up against an inexperienced Wales side in their Six Nations Championship opener on Saturday.

Son hits winner as South Korea beat Australia to reach Asian Cup semis

Son Heung-min scored a stunning free-kick in extra time as South Korea fought back to beat Australia 2-1 on Friday and set up an Asian Cup semi-final against Jordan.

Ivory Coast captain Aurier joins Galatasaray

Ivory Coast defender and captain Serge Aurier has joined Galatasaray from Nottingham Forest until the end of the season, the Turkish club announced on Friday.

Beard warns against 'writing off' Wales ahead of Scotland opener

"Don't write us off" was the message from Adam Beard as a new-look Wales prepared to open their Six Nations Championship campaign against Scotland in Cardiff on Saturday.

Haaland happy and ready to start, says Guardiola

Pep Guardiola dismissed suggestions that Erling Haaland is not happy at Manchester City on Friday as he said the Norwegian is ready to make his first start in two months.

Youthful Chelsea suffering growing pains, says Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino said Chelsea's lack of experience was exposed in a 4-1 humbling by Liverpool that showed how far the Blues have to go to compete again at the top of the Premier League.

Arteta urges Arsenal to seize 'big chance' against Liverpool

Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal can claw their way back into the Premier League title race when leaders Liverpool visit the Emirates on Sunday.

Graves wants 'line in the sand' at Yorkshire after Rafiq racism row

The senior official accused of downplaying allegations of racism made by former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq called for a "line in the sand" to be drawn Friday after members approved his return as chairman of the financially stricken English county club.

Hamilton 'excited' but what lies ahead at Ferrari?

Despite years of speculation it still came as a bombshell when the news filtered through that Lewis Hamilton would be switching from Mercedes at the end of the coming season to drive for Ferrari, that most iconic of racing stables.

Real Madrid 'adulterating' La Liga: Barca coach Xavi

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez complained Friday rivals Real Madrid are influencing referees "every week" and said it meant La Liga was "completely adulterated".

Jordan end Tajikistan fairytale to reach first Asian Cup semi-final

Jordan set up a semi-final against South Korea or Australia after ending Tajikistan's fairytale Asian Cup run with a nervy 1-0 win on Friday.

Tajikistan bow out of Asian Cup with 'honour and pride', says coach

Petar Segrt said his Tajikistan team exit their first Asian Cup with "honour and pride" after bowing out in the quarter-finals in a 1-0 defeat to Jordan on Friday.

Man Utd forced to be 'creative' by financial rule restrictions

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said he will have to be "creative" after financial restrictions ensured he could not add another striker during the January transfer window.

Mercedes chief holds no grudge against Hamilton over Ferrari move

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff insisted he will not "hold a grudge" against Lewis Hamilton following the seven-time world champion's shock announcement he would joining rivals Ferrari at the end of the 2024 season.

Jordan end Tajikistan run to reach first Asian Cup semi-final