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Germany's Woltemade hopes for 2026 World Cup spot after scoring again

Nick Woltemade said he hoped to have done enough to book his 2026 World Cup spot after scoring again in Germany's 6-0 win over Slovakia in Leipzig on Monday.

Germany 'send message' with Slovakia rout to reach 2026 World Cup

Germany captain Joshua Kimmich said his side "wanted to send a message" with Monday's 6-0 thumping of Slovakia in Leipzig which sealed their progress to the 2026 World Cup.

Trump unveils fast-track visas for World Cup ticket holders

President Donald Trump on Monday unveiled special fast-track visas for people with tickets to the 2026 World Cup -- but his administration warned it was no guarantee of entry to the United States.

Netherlands qualify for World Cup, Poland in play-offs

The Netherlands sealed their 2026 World Cup berth on Monday with a dominant 4-0 victory against Lithuania in Amsterdam.

Germany crush Slovakia to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Germany swept past Slovakia and into the 2026 World Cup as Leroy Sane struck twice and Nick Woltemade scored for the third straight match in a thumping 6-0 win in Leipzig on Monday.

Former NFL star Brown could face 30 yrs jail for shooting case: prosecutor

Former NFL star Antonio Brown could be sentenced to up to 30 years in prison in his attempted murder case stemming from a shooting earlier this year, Florida prosecutors said on Monday.

Clarke hails Scotland 'legends' ahead of crunch World Cup qualifier

Steve Clarke says his Scotland players are already "legends" as he prepares for a winner-takes-all shootout against Denmark on Tuesday, with automatic World Cup qualification at stake.

Barca to make long-awaited Camp Nou return on November 22

Barcelona will finally return to their reconstructed Camp Nou stadium against Athletic Bilbao on November 22 in La Liga, the club said Monday, after more than two years in exile.

YouTube star Jake Paul to face former heavyweight champion Joshua

YouTube star Jake Paul will face former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami next month, Matchroom Boxing announced on Monday.

Ex-champion Joshua to fight YouTube star Jake Paul

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will fight YouTube star Jake Paul in a professional bout in the United States next month, Matchroom Boxing announced on Monday.

Rugby chiefs unveil 'watershed' Nations Championship

Rugby chiefs on Monday officially launched the Nations Championship, a global competition featuring 12 of the strongest teams that will crown a winning nation and decide the sport's dominant hemisphere.

No Wemby, no Castle, no problem as NBA Spurs rip Kings

With Victor Wembanyama out and Stephon Castle lost to a hip injury, the San Antonio Spurs still managed to cruise past Sacramento 123-110 in the NBA on Sunday.

Gauff-led holders USA to face Spain, Argentina at United Cup

Top seeds and two-time champions the United States, spearheaded by Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz, were drawn Monday alongside Spain and Argentina for their defence of the mixed-teams United Cup in Australia.

Bodyline and Bradman to Botham and Stokes: five great Ashes series

England and Australia begin the latest edition of the Ashes in Perth on Friday with the visitors looking to wrestle back the urn for the first time since 2015.

Iran girls kick down social barriers with karate

As the referee's whistle signalled the start of the match, two five-year-old Iranian girls faced off, delivering a closely watched karate bout to a captivated audience -- a sign of the changing attitude toward martial arts in the Islamic Republic in recent years.

Australia's 'Dad's Army' ready to show experience counts in Ashes

Australia head into the Ashes with an ageing "Dad's Army" group of players and concerns about a lack of depth to follow in their footsteps, but chief selector George Bailey is adamant the team's veteran core still has what it takes.

Australian Paralympics gold medallist Greco dies aged 28

Australian Paralympics gold medal-winning cyclist Paige Greco has died aged 28 after a "sudden medical episode", her family said Monday.

England ready for World Cup after perfect campaign

England wrapped up their flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a record-setting 2-0 win against Albania on Sunday.

World champion Liu wins Skate America women's crown

Reigning world champion Alysa Liu of the United States captured the Skate America women's crown on Sunday while compatriots Madison Chock and Evan Bates took the ice dance title.

Haaland's Norway thump sorry Italy to reach first World Cup since 1998

Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on Sunday which sealed a spot in next summer's finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Portugal, Norway book spots at 2026 World Cup

Portugal booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a 9-1 victory over Armenia on Sunday, while an Erling Haaland brace rubber-stamped Norway's place in the global showpiece as they romped to a 4-1 win in Italy.

Sinner hails 'amazing' ATP Finals triumph over Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner cut a delighted figure on Sunday after he finished a turbulent season in the best possible fashion, seeing off rival Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to retain his ATP Finals title.

Haaland's Norway thump Italy to qualify for first World Cup since 1998

Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on Sunday which sealed a spot in next summer's finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Sweden's Grant captures LPGA Annika title

Sweden's Linn Grant fired a five-under par 65 on Sunday to win the LPGA Annika at Pelican title by three strokes over American Jennifer Kupcho.

Tuchel lays down law to Bellingham after England star's frustration

Thomas Tuchel warned Jude Bellingham to respect his decisions after the England midfielder showed frustration at being substituted during Sunday's 2-0 win against Albania.

Sinner caps eventful year with ATP Finals triumph over great rival Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner ended a turbulent season in the best possible fashion on Sunday after seeing off Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6 (7/4), 7-5, to retain his ATP Finals title in front of delighted fans in Turin.

Portugal book spot at 2026 World Cup as England stay perfect

Portugal booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with an emphatic 9-1 victory over Armenia on Sunday, while Harry Kane ensured already-qualified England maintained their perfect record.

Hakimi, Osimhen, Salah shortlisted for top African award

Moroccan Achraf Hakimi, Nigerian Victor Osimhen and Egyptian Mohamed Salah were shortlisted on Sunday for the 2025 African men's player of the year award, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced.

Sinner beats great rival Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title

Jannik Sinner retained the ATP Finals title on Sunday after beating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7/4), 7-5 and ending a turbulent season with victory over his great rival.

Schenk wins windy Bermuda Championship for first PGA title

Adam Schenk battled through blustery conditions in Sunday's final round to capture the Bermuda Championship for his first US PGA Tour title.

Kane double gives England record-setting finish on road to World Cup

Harry Kane put the seal on flawless England's record-setting finish to their World Cup qualifying campaign with a late double in Sunday's 2-0 win over Albania.

World champions South Africa add Mbonambi, Mchunu to squad

World champions South Africa added hooker Bongi Mbonambi and prop Ntuthuko Mchunu to their squad on Sunday ahead of Autumn Nations Series Tests against Ireland and Wales, SA Rugby announced.

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