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Court rejects Cardiff appeal over Sala transfer fee
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday dismissed an appeal by Cardiff against having to pay the first instalment of the transfer fee for Argentine footballer Emiliano Sala, who died in a plane accident en route to his new club.
Stokes hits first hundred since taking over as England captain
Ben Stokes completed his first century since being appointed England's permanent captain as he made 103 to strengthen the hosts' grip on the second Test against South Africa at Old Trafford.
Confident Bayern ‘don’t care’ about rivals’ stumbles: Nagelsmann
Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann on Friday paid little heed to concerns the Bundesliga season was over before it begun, saying his only focus was on his team’s quest for an 11th consecutive title.
Herrada escapes to razor-edge Vuelta triumph
Jesus Herrada of Cofidis won stage seven of the Vuelta a Espana on Friday when an escape group beat the chasing pack over the 190km from Camargo to Cistierna in Castilla and Leon.
Stokes eyes century as England build large lead over South Africa
Ben Stokes was on the verge of a first century since being appointed England's full-time captain as the hosts established a commanding advantage over South Africa in the second Test at Old Trafford on Friday.
Silva 'will stay' at Man City: Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists there is no chance of Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva leaving Manchester City during the current transfer window.
Klopp's Liverpool 'working' on potential signings
Jurgen Klopp said on Friday that Liverpool are "working constantly" on potential new signings as the Reds try to deal with the injury crisis that contributed to their dismal run.
Dutch midfielder Wijnaldum likely to miss World Cup with broken leg
Injured Netherlands midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum is unlikely to feature at this year's World Cup after Roma general manager Tiago Pinto said on Friday he would only return to the club in January.
Conte sees 'no problems' with goalless Son
Tottenham manager Antonio Conte said on Friday he backs Son Heung-min to end his goal drought after the South Korea forward failed to score in the first three games of the Premier League season.
Casemiro could make Man Utd debut at Southampton
Manchester United's new midfielder Casemiro could make his debut at Southampton on Saturday, but Anthony Martial has been ruled out with an Achilles injury.
Newcastle seal club record swoop for Sweden striker Isak
Newcastle smashed their transfer record on Friday with a reported £58 million ($68 million) swoop for Real Sociedad's Sweden striker Alexander Isak.
Ferrari duo Sainz and Leclerc dominate Belgian Grand Prix practice
Carlos Sainz topped the times ahead of team-mate Charles Leclerc as Ferrari delivered a resounding one-two ahead of Red Bull's world champion and series leader Max Verstappen in Friday's opening practice at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Shanaka looks to lift Sri Lankan morale with Asia Cup title
Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka on Friday said victory in the Asia Cup would lift the spirits of fans in the cricket-crazy island nation as it struggles through its worst economic crisis.
Marin vows to return to top after badminton worlds exit
Spanish badminton star Carolina Marin vowed to get back to her dominant best after her bid for a record fourth world title was ended by Japan's Akane Yamaguchi on Friday.
Stokes regains initiative for England after Nortje's double strike
England captain Ben Stokes led from the front as he guided his side into a first-innings lead over South Africa in the second Test at Old Trafford on Friday after a double strike by Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje.
Man Utd to face Real Sociedad in Europa League, Arsenal draw PSV
Manchester United were placed in the same section as Real Sociedad in Friday's draw for this season's UEFA Europa League in Istanbul, while Arsenal will come up against PSV Eindhoven.
Arsenal boss Arteta hints at deal to replace Pepe
Mikel Arteta said on Friday Arsenal could sign a replacement for Nicolas Pepe after the Ivory Coast winger left the Premier League leaders to join Nice.
Ronnie O'Sullivan to headline Hong Kong Masters - in a bubble
Ronnie O'Sullivan will headline Hong Kong's top snooker tournament when it returns after a five-year hiatus, organisers said Friday, but the world champion will compete inside a Covid-secure "bubble".
Vettel accuses Domenicali of insensitive language on female drivers
Sebastian Vettel accused Formula One boss Stefano Domenicali of being thoughtless and using insensitive language when he suggested there was little prospect for female drivers in the sport.
German motor giant Audi to make Formula One debut in 2026
German car manufacturer Audi will become an engine supplier in Formula One for the first time in the 2026 season, chairman Markus Duesmann announced on Friday.
'No regrets' as badminton world champion Loh loses crown
Singapore's reigning badminton world champion Loh Kean Yew said he had "no regrets" after his title defence ended in a quarter-final loss to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn in Tokyo on Friday.
Unloved Christchurch stadium creaks into life for All Blacks Test
The unloved Orangetheory Stadium creaks back into use on Saturday, with All Blacks veteran Sam Whitelock delivering a heartfelt reminder of why Test rugby should be played in Christchurch.
Wallabies vow to put 'early heat' on Springboks
Captain James Slipper said on Friday that it was crucial for the Wallabies to put South Africa under pressure from the off if they want to maintain their nine-year unbeaten streak against the world champions on home soil.
China bans Brazilian for one year for clattering into ref
Brazilian forward Henrique Dourado was banned for 12 months and fined $30,000 on Friday after barging into the referee during a Chinese Super League football match.
Naomi Osaka headlines as Pan Pacific Open returns after Covid
Home favourite Naomi Osaka will defend her title at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo next month, organisers said on Friday, as the tournament returns for the first time since the pandemic.
Wallabies look to put 'early heat' on Springboks
Captain James Slipper said Friday it was crucial for the Wallabies to put South Africa under "early heat" if they want to maintain their nine-year unbeaten streak against the world champions on home soil.
In-form Argentina sense chance of history in All Blacks clash
Argentina are already riding high atop The Rugby Championship standings and are now setting their sights on a historic first win over the All Blacks on New Zealand soil on Saturday.
Chinese volleyball team wear masks during Asian Cup clash
China's volleyball association apologised on Friday for failing to tell its women's team to remove their face masks for an Asian Cup match in the Philippines.
Liverpool look to end dismal start, Arsenal on the up
Troubled Liverpool will be desperate to get their first win of the Premier League season when they face Bournemouth on Saturday.
Kasatkina advances as Saville makes first WTA final since '17
Australia's Daria Saville advanced to her first WTA final since 2017 on Thursday at the US Open tuneup event in Granby, Canada, while 10th-ranked Daria Kasatkina reached the semi-finals.
George Foreman sued for alleged sexual assault
Former world heavyweight champion George Foreman was accused of sexual assault in the 1970s by two women who were teenagers, according to lawsuits filed in Los Angeles.
West Ham cruise into Conference League group stage
West Ham shrugged off their dismal Premier League start to ease into the Europa Conference League group stage on Thursday with a 6-1 aggregate rout of Viborg in their play-off tie.