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'Very, very smart': Tuchel toasts Kane's 'impressive' Bayern debut
Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel lavished praise on English striker Harry Kane after his Bundesliga debut ended in a 4-0 away win at Werder Bremen on Friday.
Alcaraz survives qualifier Purcell to reach Cincinnati semis
World number one Carlos Alcaraz shook off a slow start and held on late to beat qualifier Max Purcell 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 and reach the semi-finals of the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open on Friday.
Pochettino warns Chelsea's big-money buys over selection battle
Mauricio Pochettino refused to guarantee first team places to Chelsea's big money signings after the club's spending since last season reached £350 million ($440 million).
US GM Markgraf resigns as Women's World Cup fallout grows
United States women's national team general manager Kate Markgraf has resigned, US Soccer said Saturday, following head coach Vlatko Andonovski to the exit after a disappointing Women's World Cup campaign.
Man City would be 'killed' for Chelsea spending says Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has claimed Manchester City would be "killed" if they spent as much money on new signings as Chelsea have over the last 12 months.
'Nervous' Kane scores on Bundesliga debut as Bayern beat Bremen
England striker Harry Kane admitted he was "nervous" on his Bayern Munich debut, after scoring one and assisting another as his side won 4-0 at Werder Bremen in the season opener on Friday.
Wood strikes late as Forest sink Blades
Chris Wood clinched Nottingham Forest's first Premier League win this season as the New Zealand striker's last-gasp header sealed a 2-1 win against Sheffield United on Friday.
Neymar in, Paqueta out as Brazil launch World Cup campaign
Brazil coach Fernando Diniz called up Neymar and Vinicius Junior Friday for the opening matches of the Selecao's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, but left out Lucas Paqueta, who faces a sports-betting investigation in Britain.
Kane scores on Bundesliga debut as Bayern beat Bremen
England striker Harry Kane scored one and assisted another in his starting debut as Bayern Munich won 4-0 away at Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga season opener on Friday.
Spalletti, an Italian champion to revive the Azzurri
Luciano Spalletti, crowned Italian champion with Napoli last season, was on Friday handed the task of reviving the Azzurri, five days after Roberto Mancini's shock resignation as Italy coach.
United States brush aside Greece in basketball World Cup warm up
The United States beat Greece in Abu Dhabi on Friday in a basketball World Cup warm-up game but head coach Steve Kerr said his side is still adapting to international rules.
Villa sign Italy's Zaniolo on loan from Galatasaray
Aston Villa signed Italy midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo on loan from Galatasaray on Friday.
Bumrah strikes on return as India edge Ireland in 1st T20
Jasprit Bumrah marked his first India appearance in nearly a year with two wickets as the tourists defeated Ireland by two runs during a rain-affected opening Twenty20 international in Dublin on Friday
Luciano Spalletti, from eternal bridesmaid to winner and Italy coach
Luciano Spalletti elevation to Italy coach is the latest personal triumph for a man critics said could not win but who last season led Napoli to a historic Serie A triumph.
Ex-Napoli boss Spalletti appointed Italy coach
Luciano Spalletti, who led Napoli to the Serie A title last season, has been appointed coach of European champions Italy, the Italian football federation (FIGC) announced on Friday.
Neymar lands in Saudi ahead of unveiling ceremony
Neymar was greeted with much fanfare Friday as he arrived in Saudi Arabia where he joins a growing list of big names lured to the oil-rich kingdom.
Bezzecchi sets pace in Austrian MotoGP practice
Marco Bezzecchi set the fastest time in Friday's rain-hit practice for the Austrian MotoGP with fellow Italian and world champion Francesco Bagnaia clocking the third best time.
Swiatek learns on the job to reach Cincinnati semis
Iga Swiatek proved to be a quick learner as she ousted Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 7-6 (7/2), 6-1 on Friday to reach the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open semi-finals.
Brighton boss De Zerbi in search of new balance after Caicedo exit
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi on Friday said his side will have to "find the right balance" following Moises Caicedo's move to Chelsea.
Pochettino's faith in Broja may curb Chelsea's striker chase
Mauricio Pochettino says his faith in Armando Broja could stop him signing a new striker after Chelsea failed in their bid to prise Michael Olise from Crystal Palace.
Postecoglou urges Spurs fans to show united front amid protests
Ange Postecoglou has pleaded with frustrated Tottenham fans to back their team as they plan a protest before Saturday's clash with Manchester United.
Guardiola backs Man City prodigy Palmer to shine in De Bruyne's absence
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City rising star Cole Palmer can fill the void left by Kevin De Bruyne's long-term injury absence.
Former referee Owens insists Farrell deserved red card
Former leading referee Nigel Owens warned rugby union is in "big trouble" if Owen Farrell's dangerous tackle against Wales is no longer regarded as worthy of a sending off.
Klopp glad to bring 'late bloomer' Endo to Liverpool
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said on Friday he was happy to sign "late bloomer" Wataru Endo, with the Japan midfielder arriving at Anfield after Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia opted to join Chelsea instead.
Ten Hag 'happy' Man Utd's Maguire snubbed West Ham offer
Erik ten Hag insists he is "happy" that Manchester United defender Harry Maguire snubbed an offer to join West Ham.
Ukraine's Shakhtar to play Champions League games in Hamburg
Ukrainian team Shakhtar Donetsk will play their 2023-24 home Champions League group stage games at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion, the club announced on Friday.
Luis Enrique happy to have 'perfect' Mbappe back in PSG squad
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said on Friday he was delighted to have Kylian Mbappe back in his squad after the France star's latest transfer saga.
World gold would be 'huge' for Native Americans, says tearful Kassanavoid
A tearful Janee' Kassanavoid says it would be "a huge win" for her fellow Native Americans if she were to take hammer world gold in Budapest as it would inspire "the next generation of athletes and youth".
New boss Garcia plays down Napoli's Serie A title hopes
New Napoli coach Rudi Garcia said on Friday his side were not "the favourites" for Serie A this season ahead of the start of their title defence against Frosinone on Saturday.
Kerley, Lyles dismiss Jacobs threat in 100m
Fred Kerley will bid to retain his world 100m crown in Budapest on Sunday, but the blue riband event of track and field is arguably as open as it has been in 20 years.
Liverpool sign Japan midfielder Endo from Stuttgart
Liverpool have signed Japan midfielder Wataru Endo on a long-term contract, subject to international clearance and work permit application, the Premier League club announced Friday.
Lunin will start for Madrid despite Kepa arrival, says Ancelotti
Andriy Lunin will continue in goal for Real Madrid this weekend despite Kepa Arrizabalaga's loan move from Chelsea, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday.