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Mofokeng's first goal wins cup final for Orlando Pirates

Relebohile Mofokeng scored his first goal of the five-month-old season to give Orlando Pirates a 1-0 extra-time victory over Marumo Gallants on Saturday in the South African League Cup final.

Torres hat-trick helps Barca down Betis to extend Liga lead

Ferran Torres netted a first-half hat-trick to help Barcelona thrash Real Betis 5-3 and move four points clear at the top of La Liga on Saturday.

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Chapman blitz leads Black Caps to tight T20 victory over West Indies

Powerful batting by Black Cap Mark Chapman carried New Zealand to a three-run victory in the second T20 against West Indies in Auckland on Thursday night.

France opt for Le Garrec as Dupont replacement for South Africa Test

La Rochelle scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec will start at scrum-half for France against South Africa in the Autumn Nations Series this weekend with Antoine Dupont injured, head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Thursday.

Doncic's Lakers hold off Wembanyama's Spurs, Blazers silence Thunder

Luka Doncic out-dueled Victor Wembanyama and the Los Angeles Lakers edged San Antonio 118-116 on Wednesday as the Portland Trail Blazers rallied to hand NBA champions Oklahoma City their first defeat of the season.

Tonga rugby league star out of intensive care after seizure

Tongan rugby league player Eli Katoa has been moved out of intensive care at Auckland Hospital four days after requiring surgery following "seizure activity" during the Pacific Championships, his uncle said.

Endo returns as Japan look to build on Brazil win

Liverpool's Wataru Endo was named on Thursday in World Cup-bound Japan's squad for home friendlies against Ghana and Bolivia as they look to build on their historic first win over Brazil.

Weatherald's unenviable Ashes task: fill giant hole at top left by Warner

Australia's tortuous search to replace swashbuckling opener David Warner is over with Jake Weatherald set to pad up in the first Ashes Test, but the selection can't paper over the ageing side's glaring weakness at the top of the order.

Ovechkin first to score 900 NHL goals as Capitals beat Blues

Alex Ovechkin became the first player in NHL history to score his 900th career goal in the Washington Capitals' 6-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday.

On Mexico City's streets, vendors fight to make it to World Cup

Mexico is hoping for an economic windfall when it hosts matches including the opening game of the 2026 World Cup, but the capital's iconic street vendors see not only opportunity but dangers.

Kyrgios targets 'miracle' Australian Open return after knee improves

Nick Kyrgios said Thursday his long-term knee injury had suddenly improved, giving him hopes of a "miracle" comeback in time for the Australian Open in January.

FIFA announce new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington

FIFA has created a new annual award called the FIFA Peace Prize to be awarded for the first time during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, world soccer's governing body said Wednesday.

Australia's Cummins hints at return for second Ashes Test

Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins hinted on Thursday at a comeback for the second Ashes Test, a day after the side unveiled its squad ahead of this month's opener.

Man City win as Inter stay perfect, Barca held in Champions League

Manchester City eased to a 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday to stay unbeaten in the Champions League and Inter Milan kept up their perfect start, while Barcelona salvaged a point at Club Brugge.

Barca rescue draw at Club Brugge in six-goal thriller

Spanish giants Barcelona needed to come from behind three times to earn a 3-3 draw at Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Foden hits top form as Man City thrash Dortmund

Phil Foden struck twice and Erling Haaland netted against his former club as Manchester City beat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 to climb to fourth in the Champions League table on Wednesday.

NBA officials brief Congress committee over gambling probe

NBA officials met with a United States congressional committee on Wednesday regarding a gambling and sports betting investigation that included arrests for Miami's Terry Rozier and ex-Portland coach Chauncey Billups, according to multiple reports.

Inter beat Kairat Almaty to maintain Champions League perfection

Inter Milan maintained their perfect record in this season's Champions League with a 2-1 win over spirited minnows Kairat Almaty at the San Siro on Wednesday.

Newcastle sink Bilbao to extend Champions League winning run

Newcastle secured a third successive Champions League win as Dan Burn's thunderous header inspired a cathartic 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.

LPGA, European tour partner with Saudis for new Vegas event

The LPGA and Ladies European Tour will co-sanction a new event in partnership with Golf Saudi to be staged next year in Las Vegas, the LPGA announced on Wednesday.

Jazz lose Kessler for season with shoulder injury

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler will miss the remainder of the NBA season to recover from surgery on a torn left shoulder labrum, the club announced on Wednesday.

League scoring leader Messi among MLS Best XI squad

Lionel Messi, the leading goal scorer in MLS this season, was among players named to the league's Best XI squad on Wednesday, a lineup including six first-time honorees.

MLS bans Suarez for Miami's winner-take-all playoff match

Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez will be suspended for Saturday's MLS winner-take-all playoff match against Nashville after kicking an opponent in last weekend's loss to the same team.

McIlroy appreciates PGA of America apology for Ryder Cup abuse

Rory McIlroy said PGA of America chief executive Derek Sprague sent him a personal apology for the abuse the Northern Irishman and his wife suffered during Europe's Ryder Cup victory.

Garnacho equaliser saves Chelsea in Qarabag draw

Alejandro Garnacho spared Chelsea's blushes as the Argentine's equaliser rescued a 2-2 draw against Qarabag in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Anisimova beats Swiatek to reach WTA Finals last four

Amanda Anisimova pulled off a stellar comeback on Wednesday to get the better of Iga Swiatek 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, 6-2 and book her spot in the last four of the WTA Finals in Riyadh.

AC Milan post third straight annual profit on day of San Siro purchase

AC Milan posted on Wednesday a profit of three million euros ($3.4 million) for the 2024/25 season, on the day they completed the acquisition of the San Siro stadium alongside local rivals Inter Milan.

Key PSG trio set for spell on sidelines

Paris Saint-Germain are set to be without Ousmane Dembele, Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes for several weeks after the trio sustained injuries in Tuesday's Champions League loss to Bayern Munich.

Rybakina stays perfect at WTA Finals with win over alternate Alexandrova

Elena Rybakina maintained her undefeated record at the WTA Finals with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Russian alternate Ekaterina Alexandrova in Riyadh on Wednesday.

Le Garrec welcomes Dupont help in training for Springboks showdown

France scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec said on Wednesday said he was grateful for the presence of injured superstar Antoine Dupont in training before this weekend's game with South Africa.

Inter and AC Milan complete purchase of San Siro

Inter Milan and AC Milan moved one step closer to a new stadium of their own on Wednesday after completing the purchase of the iconic San Siro, which is set for demolition.

Keys withdraws from WTA Finals with illness

Madison Keys has withdrawn from her WTA Finals clash against Elena Rybakina on Wednesday due to a viral illness and has been replaced in the draw by Ekaterina Alexandrova.

West Indies edge New Zealand despite Santner brilliance

A brilliant bowling performance secured the West Indies an unlikely seven-run victory in the first T20 against New Zealand on Wednesday, despite a stunning solo effort from Mitchell Santner.

South Africa's Wiese wary of 'hurt' France before re-match

South Africa back-rower Jasper Wiese said he is wary of a "hurt" France eyeing revenge in this Saturday's Autumn Nations Series game in Paris.

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