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Under-fire Alonso says Real Madrid situation can 'change quickly'
Under-pressure Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso insisted the situation he is in can swiftly change ahead of a potentially pivotal Champions League clash against Manchester City on Wednesday.
England fast bowler Wood out of Ashes tour with injury
Fast bowler Mark Wood will play no further part in the Ashes tour and is to fly home from Australia at the weekend, England announced Tuesday.
SEA Games to open in Thailand with tightened security
The Southeast Asian Games officially open in Bangkok on Tuesday with security for athletes tightened due to fresh border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia.
Chargers edge reigning champions Eagles after defensive show
Tony Jefferson intercepted a Jalen Hurts pass in overtime to give the Los Angeles Chargers a 22-19 victory over Philadelphia on Monday in an NFL thriller between playoff contenders.
Suns, Spurs win in last tuneups for NBA Cup showdowns
A balanced scoring attack helped Phoenix outlast Minnesota 108-105 on Monday despite a 40-point NBA performance by Anthony Edwards while San Antonio held off New Orleans 135-132.
Hay to debut for New Zealand as Blundell out of 2nd West Indies Test
Injury-hit New Zealand will give a debut to wicketkeeper Mitch Hay in the second Test against the West Indies in Wellington after Tom Blundell was ruled out on Tuesday.
World record winning streak sets up Morocco for AFCON challenge
A world record run of 18 consecutive victories has set up Achraf Hakimi-inspired Morocco perfectly for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on home soil.
All Blacks face France in first Test at new Christchurch stadium
The All Blacks will play France in July in the first rugby Test at their new permanent rugby stadium in Christchurch, more than 15 years after a deadly earthquake in the city forced the demolition of Lancaster Park.
Australia quick Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes after injury setback
Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was on Tuesday ruled out of the rest of the Ashes against England following an injury setback.
NBA fines Magic's Bane $35,000 for hurling ball at Anunoby
Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane was fined $35,000 by the NBA on Monday for throwing the game ball with force at Britain's O.G. Anunoby of New York in an unsportsmanlike manner.
Pulisic quick-fire double sends AC Milan top of Serie A
USA playmaker Christian Pulisic scored twice in 10 minutes on Monday as AC Milan came from behind to edge Torino 3-2 to move to the summit of Serie A.
Man Utd back on track after Fernandes inspires Wolves rout
Manchester United climbed back into the race to qualify for the Champions League as Bruno Fernandes inspired a 4-1 rout of woeful Wolves on Monday.
Palmer misses Chelsea's Champions League clash with Atalanta
Cole Palmer will miss Chelsea's Champions League clash with Atalanta on Tuesday as boss Enzo Maresca tries to keep the injury-plagued forward fresh.
Salah a 'disgrace' for Liverpool outburst: Carragher
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher labelled Mohamed Salah "a disgrace" on Monday after the Egypt star's stunning outburst at Reds boss Arne Slot.
Troubled Liverpool host Barnsley in FA Cup third round
Troubled Liverpool were handed an FA Cup third round tie fraught with the potential for embarrassment after being pitted against League One side Barnsley in Monday's draw.
Slot has 'no clue' whether rebel star Salah has played last Liverpool game
Arne Slot admitted Monday that he didn't know whether Mohamed Salah will play again for Liverpool after the Egypt star was dropped for the Reds' Champions League clash with Inter Milan.
Liverpool boss Slot says Salah relationship not broken
Arne Slot insisted that his relationship with Mohamed Salah has not broken down even after dropping the star attacker from Liverpool's trip to face Inter Milan in the Champions League.
Club Brugge sack coach in build up to Arsenal clash
Club Brugge announced on Monday that it was parting ways with coach Nicky Hayen and replacing him with former coach Ivan Leko, two days before hosting Arsenal in the Champions League.
Spurs looking into Bissouma conduct after 'laughing gas' report
Thomas Frank said Tottenham are "dealing" with Yves Bissouma's behaviour after the Mali midfielder allegedly inhaled nitrous oxide for a second time in as many seasons.
Salah dropped by Liverpool for Inter Milan clash after outburst
Mohamed Salah has been dropped from Liverpool's squad for their Champions League tie at Inter Milan after the Egypt star's extraordinary criticism of his treatment by boss Arne Slot.
Salah dropped by Liverpool for Inter Milan clash
Mohamed Salah has been dropped from Liverpool's squad for their Champions League tie away to Inter Milan following incendiary remarks about his relationship with manager Arne Slot and his treatment by the Premier League club.
Inter's Thuram braced for fightback from crisis-hit Liverpool
Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram insisted Monday that the Italian side always rise to the occasion in the Champions League as he anticipates a fightback from crisis-hit Liverpool.
Fracturing Real Madrid need Mbappe magic in Haaland showdown
Real Madrid desperately need superstar Kylian Mbappe at his magical best on Wednesday in a pivotal Champions League clash against Manchester City and unstoppable striker Erling Haaland.
Three things to watch ahead of the 2026 F1 season
Lando Norris's success with McLaren in ending Max Verstappen's four-year reign as world champion on Sunday ushered in a winter of radical change for Formula One.
Barcelona defence on 'another level' now, says Flick
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick claimed Monday his team's defending is now on "another level" after a run of good results.
Rooney says Salah 'destroying his Liverpool legacy'
Mohamed Salah is "absolutely destroying his Liverpool legacy" following an extraordinary outburst at manager Arne Slot, according to Wayne Rooney.
African players in Europe: Unused sub Salah steals spotlight
Mohamed Salah was an unused substitute when Liverpool drew 3-3 away to Leeds at the weekend, but it did not stop the Egypt captain capturing the media spotlight.
Hakimi-inspired hosts Morocco the team to beat at 2025 AFCON
Morocco have home advantage, a team that has won a world record 18 consecutive internationals and an inspirational captain in Achraf Hakimi as they seek 2025 Africa Cup of Nations glory.
Africa Cup of Nations: 10 records
Ten Africa Cup of Nations records:
SEA Games to open in Thailand after chaotic build-up
The Southeast Asian Games officially open in Bangkok on Tuesday against a backdrop of chaotic organisation and with fresh border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia threatening to overshadow the sporting showpiece.
Formula One: Winners and Losers in 2025
AFP Sports looks at the winners and losers in the 2025 season which came to a tense end on Sunday with Lando Norris winning the three-way title showdown in Abu Dhabi:
James and Doncic lead Lakers over Sixers, Thunder win 15th straight
Luka Doncic returned with a triple-double and LeBron James came up big in the clutch to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-108 NBA victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday.