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Chicago teams, Guardians and Padres all book MLB playoff berths

Chicago's White Sox and Cubs both grabbed post-season berths with wins Thursday, as did the Cleveland Guardians and San Diego Padres, as the Major League Baseball playoff brackets began to take their final shape.

Bijan Robinson destroys Packers in 35-14 win for Falcons

Star running back Bijan Robinson rushed for an explosive 194 yards and two touchdowns as the Atlanta Falcons thrashed the Green Bay Packers 35-14 on Thursday.

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Mancini brings nine newcomers into the first squad of his Italy comeback

Italy coach Roberto Mancini on Friday called up 34 players, nine for the first time, for the opening four games of his second stint in charge of the Azzurri.

McIlroy on the charge at PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy revived his hopes of victory in the European Tour's flagship PGA Championship with a five-under par second round that left him four strokes off the lead as Ryan Gerard of the United States remained out in front.

Czechs level Davis Cup tie against USA as South Korea eye Finals

Jiri Lehecka brought the Czech Republic level in their Davis Cup qualifier against the United States on Friday, after South Korea moved to the brink of a first quarter-finals appearance.

New France boss Zidane confirms Mbappe as captain after naming first squad

Zinedine Zidane confirmed on Friday that Kylian Mbappe would be his France captain after naming his first squad since being appointed as the successor to Didier Deschamps as coach of Les Bleus.

Head leads run spree as Australia win Zimbabwe ODI series

Travis Head struck 112 to lead an Australia charge in a series-clinching 84-run win over Zimbabwe in the 2nd one-day international in Harare on Friday.

In-form Raphinha wants to finish career at Barcelona

Barcelona captain Raphinha said on Friday he hopes to extend his stay at the club and end his playing career there after a blistering start to the season in front of goal.

Carrick confident Man Utd can 'work through' tough time

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick said he expected to have to ride out a storm at some point this season after a dreadful start to the current campaign.

Kulusevski return can spark Spurs: De Zerbi

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi hopes Dejan Kulusevski's long-awaited return from injury will provide a boost for his troubled team.

Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On

France captain Kylian Mbappe has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a long association with Nike that stretched back to the start of his career, the company announced on Friday.

Liverpool boss Iraola puts Bournemouth love affair on hold

Andoni Iraola will put his "love" for Bournemouth on hold as the Liverpool manager eyes a "ruthless" victory over his former club this weekend.

'A disaster' if Man City do not win says Maresca after flawless start

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said his fine start succeeding Pep Guardiola will be quickly forgotten if he does not continue to deliver wins.

Dutch drop Depay for Germany match in Xavi's first pick

Dutch record goalscorer Memphis Depay was left out of new coach Xavi Hernandez's first selection Friday, but captain Virgil van Dijk is in the squad to take on Germany.

Spain coach De la Fuente offers 'full support' to people of Ceuta

Spain's World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente said on Friday he wanted to offer the people of Ceuta his "full support", as the north African exclave grapples with a migration crisis.

Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League

Cristiano Ronaldo was called up for the start of Portugal's Nations League campaign on Friday as Jorge Jesus named his first squad since taking over as coach.

England can build on World Cup 'spirit', says Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel said England will build on the "fantastic spirit" of their World Cup campaign as he targets glory on home soil at Euro 2028.

In-form Fernandez included in Spain Nations League squad

Uncapped Espanyol attacker Roberto Fernandez was included in World Cup winners Spain's Nations League squad, announced by head coach Luis de la Fuente on Friday.

Arteta buries hatchet with Hurzeler ahead of Brighton clash

Mikel Arteta has made peace with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler following their row last season as the pair go head to head again on Saturday.

Alexander-Arnold and Palmer return to England squad for Nations League

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer were recalled by England on Friday as Thomas Tuchel named his first squad since leaving the pair out of the World Cup.

Athletes 'can't take it any more' as Asian Games issues mount

The Asian Games in Japan were on Friday facing more accusations of poor organisation with a world champion gymnast "totally exhausted", the public drafted in to rescue stranded athletes and South Korea lodging a complaint about a Japanese warlord.

Allen lights up Bills' new stadium with 41-31 win over Lions

Josh Allen threw a perfect housewarming for Buffalo's brand new NFL stadium as the Bills comfortably beat the Detroit Lions 41-31 on Thursday.

ICC eyes China in bid to expand cricket

China is emerging as a key target for growth as the International Cricket Council (ICC) seeks new fans worldwide, its chief executive says.

Nkunku craving freedom and fun on RB Leipzig return

Three years after leaving for Chelsea, France forward Christopher Nkunku has returned to Bundesliga side RB Leipzig in pursuit of the freedom and fun that eluded him at Stamford Bridge.

Championship rivals brace for renewal of bitter feuds

Police are on red alert as the English Championship braces for the renewal of two bitter feuds when Millwall face West Ham and Wolves meet West Brom this weekend.

Bhutan's traditional archers lose ground to development

Atop a steep hillside near Bhutan's capital Thimphu, an arrow slices through the air and slams into a wooden target with a thud, prompting a round of celebratory song.

Australian athlete who soiled herself apologises for continuing Hyrox race

An Australian athlete who sparked an outcry when she kept competing despite soiling herself midway through an event in Beijing apologised Friday and forfeited her points from winning.

Captain Mat Ryan axed from Socceroos squad for Brazil games

Veteran goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan was axed Friday as Australia coach Tony Popovic omitted 10 members of his World Cup squad for two friendlies against Brazil.

Man Utd misery puts Carrick under pressure, Spurs feeling the heat

Michael Carrick needs a win at Fulham to ease the mounting pressure on troubled Manchester United while Tottenham are desperate for their first Premier League goal of the season against fellow strugglers Aston Villa.

Juventus, Palace cruise to Europa League wins, Bournemouth beat Sociedad

Juventus began their quest for Europa League glory with a 5-0 thrashing of NEC Nijmegen, while Bournemouth secured an impressive victory at Real Sociedad on their European debut on Thursday.

Samba stars on debut in Man City rout of Norwich

Floyd Samba enjoyed a dream Manchester City debut as the 17-year-old struck twice in a 5-0 thrashing of Norwich to set up a League Cup last 16 meeting against Brighton.

High-scoring Bears face Vikings in battle of NFL unbeatens

The Minnesota Vikings' defense will bid to shut down Caleb Williams in a battle of unbeaten teams on Sunday after the Chicago Bears quarterback fueled a record-breaking start to the NFL season.

Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep series 3-0

Opener Abhishek Sharma hit a record T20 century off 30 balls to set up a crushing 127-run win for India in the third match against Afghanistan and sweep the series 3-0 on Thursday.

Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep T20 series 3-0