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Aces star Wilson wins record-extending fifth WNBA MVP

Las Vegas Aces center-forward A'ja Wilson was named the WNBA Most Valuable Player for a record fifth time, bagging the award for an unprecedented third straight season, the league said Thursday.

Montagliani to seek CONCACAF re-election in boost for Infantino: reports

Victor Montagliani, widely touted as the biggest potential threat to Gianni Infantino's FIFA re-election bid, intends to remain as head of CONCACAF rather than run against the beleaguered president, multiple outlets reported Thursday.

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Astros edge Yankees for 2-0 lead in MLB playoff series

Alex Bregman belted a three-run home run and Framber Valdez pitched seven strong innings Thursday as the Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 3-2 to take a commanding lead in their Major League Baseball playoff series.

Bucks hold off 76ers to open NBA campaign with a win

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks withstood a fourth-quarter surge from the 76ers to launch their NBA season with a 90-88 victory in Philadelphia on Thursday.

England have 'target on their backs' at Women's World Cup - Wright

European champions England will have "a target on their backs" at next year's Women's World Cup in New Zealand and Australia, Arsenal legend Ian Wright warned on Friday.

'Immature' Dortmund hope to halt slide against Stuttgart

Borussia Dortmund host Stuttgart on Saturday, with manager Edin Terzic urging his side to be more "mature" and find the "motivation" needed to prevent another season slipping away.

Ex-Baby Bok skipper Ward 'finding his feet' at Stade Francais

Former junior Springboks captain Jeremy Ward said he is "finding his feet" at Stade Francais less than a month after arriving in France before hosting Brive in the Top 14 on Saturday.

Qatar World Cup supporters' guide

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has raised an unprecedented number of questions among fans over issues ranging from whether they will be able to drink alcohol, hold hands with a partner or even just getting into the Islamic Gulf state.

'Top three' Valverde thriving as Madrid host Sevilla

Real Madrid were frustrated to miss out on signing Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe in the summer but it may have proved a blessing in disguise.

Ronaldo casts shadow over Man Utd, Nunez lifts Liverpool

Cristiano Ronaldo's latest show of petulance has cast a shadow over Manchester United ahead of their crunch Premier League clash with Chelsea.

Woodland, Mullinax share PGA CJ Cup lead as McIlroy lurks

Second-ranked defending champion Rory McIlroy, with a chance to return to world number one, lurked one stroke behind American co-leaders Gary Woodland and Trey Mullinax after Thursday's opening round of the CJ Cup.

Gerrard sacked after Villa defeat, Leicester boost survival bid

Steven Gerrard was sacked by struggling Aston Villa after a dismal 3-0 defeat at Fulham on Thursday, while Leicester climbed off the bottom of the Premier League with a 2-0 win against Leeds.

Gerrard sacked by struggling Villa after Fulham defeat

Steven Gerrard was sacked as Aston Villa manager less than two hours after his struggling side crashed to a dismal 3-0 defeat at Fulham on Thursday.

Cowboys quarterback Prescott ready to face Detriot

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, who has been out with a broken thumb since the opening game of the NFL season, says he is ready to return to action on Sunday.

Gerrard under pressure as Villa crash, Leicester boost survival bid

Steven Gerrard was pushed closer to the sack as struggling Aston Villa crashed to a 3-0 defeat at Fulham, while Leicester climbed off the bottom of the Premier League with a 2-0 win against Leeds on Thursday.

Lewandowski double eases Barca woes in Villarreal rout

Robert Lewandowski struck twice as a hurting Barcelona flexed their muscles to thrash Villarreal 3-0 and stay three points behind La Liga leaders Real Madrid on Thursday.

Arsenal reach Europa League knockouts with victory over PSV

Granit Xhaka's second-half winner secured Arsenal a 1-0 win over PSV Eindhoven at the Emirates and a place in the Europa League knockout phase on Thursday.

Wolves interim boss Davis to stay in charge until 2023

Wolves interim manager Steve Davis will remain in charge of the Premier League strugglers until the new year, the club said on Thursday.

Mahomes leads Chiefs against 49ers in duel of NFL division leaders

Patrick Mahomes leads the Kansas City Chiefs against San Francisco on Sunday in a rematch of his 2020 Super Bowl victory in a showdown of NFL division leaders.

Ronaldo axed from Man Utd squad to face Chelsea after Spurs tantrum

Cristiano Ronaldo has been dropped from Manchester United's squad for Saturday's clash with Chelsea after his tantrum against Tottenham.

PSG bidding to create 'distance' from Ligue 1 rivals at top

Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier wants his side to create some "distance" between themselves and their rivals at the top of Ligue 1 when they face Ajaccio, and Galtier's son Jordan, on Friday.

Bagnaia targets 'perfect job' to claim MotoGP world title

MotoGP leader Francesco Bagnaia said Thursday he was focused on doing "the perfect job" as the Italian aims to clinch his maiden world championship crown this weekend in Malaysia.

Mendis fires Sri Lanka into T20 World Cup Super 12, Netherlands join them

Opener Kusal Mendis slammed a 44-ball 79 as Asian champions Sri Lanka beat the Netherlands by 16 runs to sweep into the Super 12 stage of the Twenty20 World Cup on Thursday, where they were joined by the Dutch despite their defeat.

Gauff reaches WTA Finals for first time

Coco Gauff qualified for the WTA Finals for the first time on Wednesday, along with French player Caroline Garcia, who will be making her second appearance in the event.

Fury to defend world heavyweight title against Chisora

Tyson Fury will defend his world heavyweight title against Derek Chisora at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on December 3.

Mendis fires Sri Lanka past Netherlands into T20 World Cup Super 12

Opener Kusal Mendis slammed a 44-ball 79 as Asian champions Sri Lanka beat the Netherlands by 16 runs to sweep into the Super 12 stage of the Twenty20 World Cup on Thursday.

Women's football on all-time high ahead of biggest World Cup draw

The draw for next year's FIFA Women's World Cup takes place on Saturday in Auckland with the women's game at an all-time high and the United States and England the teams to beat.

Rain threatens as Australia launch T20 World Cup defence

Rain threatens to derail the Twenty20 World Cup when big guns enter the fray this weekend, with Australia's opener against New Zealand and an India v Pakistan blockbuster both at risk of being washed out.

Spalletti ignites old passions and rivalries as Napoli visit Roma

Luciano Spalletti returns to his old patch on Sunday night when his rampaging Napoli team take on Roma, where he is the central figure in one of Italian football's most enduring love-hate relationships.

Verstappen and Red Bull fired by twin ambitions in Texas

Newly acclaimed double world champion Max Verstappen has every right to enjoy celebrating his second drivers’ championship success in relaxed Texan style this weekend.

Reluctant referee Yamashita on brink of World Cup history

Yoshimi Yamashita had to be "dragged along" to officiate her first match -- now she's making history as one of the first women referees at a men's World Cup.

Shiffrin, Odermatt favourites to defend titles as ski season kicks off

Reigning overall World Cup champions Mikaela Shiffrin and Marco Odermatt kick off the 2022-23 season as odds-on favourites, as alpine skiing again battles on against challenging environmental issues.

Sundowns regain lead in South Africa as ref escorted to safety

Sphelele Mkhulise scored his first South African Premiership goal this season to give Mamelodi Sundowns a 1-0 win over Marumo Gallants on Wednesday that takes them top again.

Union's Blake, Glesnes take MLS awards on eve of quarter-final

Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake of Jamaica and defender Jakob Glesnes of Norway won Major League Soccer awards Wednesday on the eve of the club's quarter-final playoff showdown with Cincinnati.

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