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England dismiss Ayub but Pakistan reach 173-3 at tea in second Test

England fast bowler Matthew Potts removed opener Saim Ayub after a half-century before Pakistan reached 173-3 at tea on the opening day of the second Test in Multan on Tuesday.

Mbappe-PSG salary row faces hearing as France captain cited in 'rape' report

Kylian Mbappe's dispute with former club Paris Saint-Germain over claims he is owed 55 million euros ($60m) in unpaid wages and bonuses will go before a French league committee later on Tuesday.

Ex-Wallabies captain Elsom denies wrongdoing after arrest warrant

Former Wallabies skipper Rocky Elsom on Tuesday called his conviction for misuse of corporate assets at French rugby club Narbonne "a clear perversion of justice" after an international warrant was issued for his arrest.

Pakistan 79-2 at lunch in second England Test after Leach strikes

Saim Ayub and Kamran Ghulam lifted Pakistan to 79-2 at lunch Tuesday on the first day of the second Test, after England's Jack Leach took two early wickets on a used pitch offering help to the spinners.

Scotland lock Gray signs for Japan's Toyota

Veteran Scotland rugby union international Richie Gray will play for Japanese side Toyota Verblitz next season, the club announced Tuesday.

Allen and Bills foil Rodgers, outlast Jets 23-20

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as the Bills overcame first-half fireworks from Aaron Rodgers to beat the New York Jets 23-20 on Monday.

Home runs propel Mets, Yankees to MLB playoff victories

Mark Vientos smashed a grand slam and Francisco Lindor homered as well as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3 on Monday to level their Major League Baseball playoff series at one game apiece.

Argentina's Matera banned for Italy Test after red card

Argentina flanker Pablo Matera will miss next month's Test against Italy after a disciplinary committee suspended him for two weeks for receiving a red card against South Africa.

Vientos grand slam propels Mets in series-tying win over Dodgers

Mark Vientos smashed a grand slam and Francisco Lindor homered as well as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3 on Monday to level their Major League Baseball playoff series at one game apiece.

Germany into Nations League quarters, France and Italy win

Germany secured a place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over old rivals the Netherlands on Monday, while France won in Belgium and Italy continued their recent revival.

Nagelsmann lauds 'supercharged' Germany's 'best half of the year'

Fresh from a dominant 1-0 win over the Netherlands in Munich, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann lauded the "supercharged atmosphere" in his side on the anniversary of his first game.

Dodgers pitcher Kershaw plans to return for 2025

Three-time Cy Young Award-winner Clayton Kershaw said Monday he plans to return for the 2025 Major League Baseball season after injuries restricted him to pitching seven games for the Los Angeles Dodgers this year.

Revived Italy sweep past Israel in Nations League amid high security

Italy strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group A2 on Monday by thumping Israel 4-1 in Udine, where ramped up security was put in place for the away side's first match of 2024 outside Hungary.

Nigerian team return home after boycotting AFCON qualifier in Libya

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed Monday that their national team had returned home after alleged "inhumane treatment" in Libya ahead of a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

Nigeria refuse to play in Libya as Algeria, Cameroon qualify

Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, overshadowed Algeria and Cameroon qualifying on Monday for the 2025 finals.

Leweling rockets Germany past Dutch and into Nations League quarterfinals

A 63-minute rocket from debutant Jamie Leweling gave Germany a 1-0 win over a limp Netherlands in Munich on Monday and a first appearance in the Nations League knockout rounds.

Kolo Muani double fires France to win in Belgium

Randal Kolo Muani of Paris Saint-Germain scored twice as France again won in the absence of Kylian Mbappe on Monday, beating Belgium 2-1 away in the UEFA Nations League.

Italy sweep past Israel in Nations League amid high security

Italy strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group A2 on Monday by beating Israel 4-1 in Udine, where ramped up security measures were put in place for the away side's first match of 2024 outside Hungary.

'Unique' Ronaldo an example to everyone, says Martinez

Cristiano Ronaldo's commitment to international football aged 39 is an example to his team-mates, said Portugal boss Roberto Martinez after the superstar's arrival in Scotland sparked excitement among fans.

Carsley open to foreign England manager amid Guardiola links

Interim England manager Lee Carsley believes the job should go to the best candidate, regardless of nationality, amid reports Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been asked about his interest in the role.

Pogba hungry to have his football cake after doping ban

French international Paul Pogba said Monday he was hungry to return to football after his doping ban was last week reduced from four years to 18 months.

Mbappe says victim of 'fake news' after 'rape' report in Sweden

Kylian Mbappe said Monday he was the victim of "fake news" after a Swedish newspaper reported an investigation had been opened for rape following a visit by the Real Madrid star's entourage to Stockholm.

Clarke backs Scotland to bounce back from 'tough' run

Scotland boss Steve Clarke said his players have earned the right to retain supporters' faith despite a historically poor run of form.

Mendy borrowed money from Man City team-mates for legal fees

Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy borrowed money from team-mates for legal fees and child support after he was charged with sexual offences, an employment tribunal heard on Monday.

Football leagues, unions file EU complaint against FIFA in calendar dispute

Major bodies representing footballers and clubs in Europe on Monday filed a complaint to the European Commission accusing FIFA of abusing its position over changes to the international match calendar and tournament expansions.

New Zealand 4-0 up in America's Cup but British show signs of life

Holders Emirates Team New Zealand produced a faultless display to beat challengers Ineos Britannia in Monday's postponed fourth race to take a commanding 4-0 lead in the America's Cup.

England ready for Pakistan's spin assault in second Test

Returning England captain Ben Stokes said on Monday he hopes a reused pitch for the second Test against Pakistan in Multan will play into the tourists' hands rather than the spin-heavy hosts.

New Zealand's Ravindra excited for India Tests with father in crowd

New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra said Monday facing India in Bengaluru in the birth city of his father will be "special" moment with his family cheering in the stands.

FIFA to open 'global dialogue' on transfer system after Diarra ruling

FIFA will open "a global dialogue" aimed at adapting the transfer system in football following the recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in a case brought by Lassana Diarra, the sport's world governing body said on Monday.

Rice praises 'unbelievable' England interim boss Carsley despite uncertainty

Declan Rice says England's players love playing under caretaker boss Lee Carsley and do not need clarity on his future despite uncertainty over the managerial position.

England captain Stokes back from injury for second Pakistan Test

Captain Ben Stokes was named in the England team for the second Test against Pakistan starting in Multan on Tuesday after recovering from a hamstring injury.

Smith experiment as Test opener over, Green out of India series

Steve Smith's short-lived stint as a Test opener came to an end Monday with confirmation he will drop down the Australian batting order against India next month, while all-rounder Cameron Green was ruled out of the series.

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