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Fernandes says Man Utd have 'more identity' under Rangnick, Simeone wary
Bruno Fernandes has said Manchester United have "more identity" under interim manager Ralf Rangnick as they prepare for their first Champions League knockout tie in three years.
Villarreal hold Juventus after Vlahovic early strike
Dusan Vlahovic lived up to the hype by scoring 32 seconds into his Champions League debut on Tuesday but Juventus have work to do to make the last 16 after being held to a 1-1 draw by Villarreal in the first leg.
Chelsea sink Lille to prove they can thrive without Lukaku
Chelsea showed they can thrive without Romelu Lukaku as Kai Havertz scored after replacing the axed Belgium striker for the 2-0 Champions League last-16, first-leg win against Lille on Tuesday.
MCC 'not woke' in dumping Eton v Harrow, Oxford v Cambridge
The chief executive of Marylebone Cricket Club insisted Tuesday the decision to remove Eton v Harrow and Oxford v Cambridge from its annual fixture list at Lord's "did not arise as a result of any 'anxiety to kowtow to the woke police'".
British champion flat jockey Murphy banned until 2023
British champion flat-racing jockey Oisin Murphy has been banned for 14 months after admitting breaching coronavirus protocols, misleading the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and prejudicial conduct, plus two alcohol breaches.
Slovenian guard Dragic signs with NBA Nets
Slovenian guard Goran Dragic signed with the NBA's Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, reuniting the 35-year-old standout with former Phoenix Suns teammate Steve Nash, who is now his coach.
Lukaku dropped for Chelsea's Champions League clash with Lille
Struggling Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku was dropped for Chelsea's Champions League last 16 first leg clash against Lille at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.
England glad 'new dimension' Tuilagi in shake-up to face Wales
England believe Manu Tuilagi will add a "new dimension", should the powerful but injury-prone centre make his latest comeback against Wales in the Six Nations at Twickenham on Saturday.
Fernandes says Man Utd have 'more identity' under Ragnick
Bruno Fernandes has said Manchester United have "more identity" under interim manager Ralf Ragnick as they prepare for their first Champions League knockout tie in three years.
After AFCON glory, Senegal ushers in world-class stadium
Thousands of Senegalese gathered on Tuesday for the inauguration of a 50,000-seater stadium aimed at making the country Africa's go-to venue for international events.
Greek side Aris name former Argentina goalkeeper Burgos as coach
Former Argentina goalkeeper German Burgos has signed a two-and-half-year contract to coach Aris Thessaloniki, the Greek Super League club announced on Tuesday.
Khachanov supports Djokovic after setting up Dubai encounter
Novak Djokovic's second round opponent in Dubai will be world No. 26 Karen Khachanov, who said on Tuesday he respected the Serb's unwavering position against taking the Covid-19 vaccination.
Mexico City, bastion of bullfighting, considers ban
Matadors in the Mexican capital, home to the largest bullring on the planet, are fighting to prevent a ban on a practice brought by the Spanish conquistadors five centuries ago.
Ajax 'one of the best teams', but Benfica's Verissimo sees 'weaknesses'
Benfica interim coach Nelson Verissimo said on Tuesday that he believes Ajax are "one of the best teams in Europe" ahead of the two sides' Champions League last-16 first leg in Lisbon.
Klopp says Man City defeat means 'nothing changes' for Liverpool
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has insisted his side's quest to win the Premier League title remains unaltered following Manchester City's stunning defeat by Tottenham last weekend.
Ireland, UAE qualify for T20 World Cup
Ireland booked their spot at this year's T20 World Cup with a comfortable 56-run victory over hosts Oman in qualifying on Tuesday, as the United Arab Emirates also secured a ticket to Australia.
Maxwell and Du Plessis among overseas stars to sign up for Hundred
Australia's Glenn Maxwell and South Africa's Faf du Plessis were among several overseas stars announced Tuesday to have signed up for the 2022 edition of English cricket's the Hundred.
Bielsa defiant over Leeds' treatment of Koch's head injury
Marco Bielsa has insisted Leeds' backroom staff did nothing wrong in their treatment of Robin Koch's head injury during Sunday's defeat by Manchester United.
Zverev wins in latest-ever finish to professional tennis match
Alexander Zverev edged to victory over Jenson Brooksby in Acapulco early Tuesday morning in the latest-ever finish to a professional tennis match.
Fury says Whyte has signed up for world title clash
Reigning champion Tyson Fury said Tuesday that Dillian Whyte had signed a contract that sets up a world heavyweight title fight between the two British boxers.
Napoli fretting on injuries ahead of Barca showdown
Luciano Spalletti is hoping to have a fit first-choice team ready to face Barcelona as Napoli turn their attentions to their decisive Europa League clash in Naples after escaping Cagliari with an undeserved 1-1 draw on Monday.
Indian 16-year-old stuns chess world champion Carlsen
Indian teenage chess grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa won praise Tuesday for a stunning victory over world number one Magnus Carlsen in an online championship.
Struggling Atletico look to reignite the fire against Man United
If winning La Liga caused Atletico Madrid to soften their edge or lose their identity, a Champions League tie against Manchester United could be a chance for them to get it back.
Warner, Cummins rested for Australia white ball Pakistan matches
Batsman David Warner and Test captain Pat Cummins were among the big names left out of Australia's 16-player white ball squad named Tuesday for fixtures in Pakistan.
Pele to stay in hospital due to urinary tract infection
Brazilian football great Pele will remain hospitalized for a urinary tract infection in a Sao Paulo hospital, where he was already receiving chemotherapy for a colon tumor, the facility said Monday.
Fans' welcome 'exceeded expectations', says Djokovic after winning return
Novak Djokovic admitted the warm reception he was given by fans in Dubai on Monday exceeded his expectations as he made a successful return to the tour for the first time since his deportation from Australia.
Napoli denied Serie A lead with Cagliari draw
Napoli missed out on the chance to move top of Serie A on Monday after Victor Osimhen snatched a barely deserved 1-1 draw at rejuvenated Cagliari.
Baffert-trained Medina Spirit stripped of 2021 Kentucky Derby victory
Medina Spirit has been stripped of last year's Kentucky Derby victory and trainer Bob Baffert suspended and fined over the colt's positive drug test last May, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) said Monday.
Djokovic triumphs to loud cheers in first match since Australia deportation
Novak Djokovic made a successful return to the tour for the first time since his deportation from Australia, kicking off his 2022 campaign with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Italian teenager Lorenzo Musetti in Dubai on Monday.
'Easier if Djokovic gets vaccinated,' says Murray
Andy Murray said on Monday he does not agree with Novak Djokovic's stance against the Covid-19 vaccine but believes "it's not great for tennis if our best player is not competing in the major events".
Djokovic triumphs in first match since Australia deportation
Novak Djokovic made a successful return to the tour for the first time since his deportation from Australia, kicking off his 2022 campaign with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Italian teenager Lorenzo Musetti in Dubai on Monday.
Alonso 'confident' of Alpine's F1 chances
Double world champion Fernando Alonso said on Monday Alpine are "confident" of their chances this Formula One season as they presented their new car.
Djokovic finally gets season underway to loud cheers in Dubai
World number one Novak Djokovic finally got his season underway in Dubai on Monday, playing for the first time this year after being deported from Australia for not being vaccinated.
Lukaku's form no laughing matter for Tuchel
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said on Monday that Romelu Lukaku should not be made fun of after the £98 million ($133 million) striker had just seven touches in the weekend's 1-0 win at Crystal Palace.
Italy's Brignone unsure of Milan-Cortina 'dream'
Federica Brignone said Monday that she is unsure whether she will take part in the 2026 Winter Olympics on home turf after capturing silver at the Beijing Games.
Morata says Allegri persuaded him to stay at Juventus
Alvaro Morata said on Monday he stayed at Juventus in January after coach Max Allegri insisted the arrival of Dusan Vlahovic would help him.
After slow day in Abu Dhabi, Cavendish brings the heat
After a day of slow-motion cycling, Mark Cavendish hit top speed in the final 400 metres on Monday to edge Jasper Philipsen and win the second stage of the UAE Tour.
African players in Europe: Aubameyang scores special hat-trick
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored a hat-trick for Barcelona against Valencia at the weekend -- the first player this century to fire a treble in La Liga, the Premier League, the Bundesliga and Ligue 1.
Lille aim to be 'party poopers' against European champions Chelsea
A Lille side sitting in mid-table in Ligue 1 head to London to face Chelsea this week hoping to play the role of "party poopers" against the reigning European champions, their coach Jocelyn Gourvennec told AFP.