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Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid
Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva has signed a two-year deal with Real Madrid, the La Liga giants announced Wednesday.
England enter World Cup fray as Ronaldo makes history
England begin their bid to end a 60-year wait for a trophy when they take on Croatia in their World Cup opener on Wednesday while Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record-equalling sixth tournament.
World Cup goals record 'just a number', says Messi
Lionel Messi savoured a "beautiful moment" after becoming the World Cup's joint all-time leading goalscorer on Tuesday but said "ultimately, it is just a statistic, nothing more".
Messi salutes 'beautiful moment' after tying World Cup goals record
Lionel Messi saluted a "beautiful moment" after becoming the World Cup's joint all-time leading goalscorer in his record-breaking sixth finals appearance on Tuesday.
Magical Messi equals World Cup goals record as Argentina win
Lionel Messi opened his record-breaking sixth World Cup with a hat-trick to become the tournament's joint all-time top scorer on Tuesday as holders Argentina launched their bid for back-to-back titles with a dazzling 3-0 rout of Algeria.
Messi equals World Cup goalscoring record in Argentina romp
Lionel Messi scored a dazzling hat-trick for Argentina on Tuesday to equal Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 goals at World Cups as the defending champions swept Algeria aside 3-0.
Cuba's historic homes teeter on brink as economy collapses
In Havana's old town, to walk on the pavement rather than the middle of the street is to take your life into your hands.
Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first, says Martinez
Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for his sixth World Cup as if it was his first, said Portugal coach Roberto Martinez as he hailed the 41-year-old as "an example and a reference for football."
Norway coach hails Haaland after World Cup double
Norway coach Stale Solbakken said star striker Erling Haaland proved the World Cup "wasn't too big" for him as he scored two goals in the 4-1 win over Iraq on Tuesday.
Argentina's Messi plays in record sixth World Cup
Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday.
Kane tells England 'be free in the mind' for World Cup title bid
Captain Harry Kane told his England team-mates to "go for it" and be "free in the mind" when they launch their World Cup title charge Wednesday against Croatia in Texas.
France and two-goal Mbappe roar into World Cup as Messi prepares
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France overcame early wobbles to open their World Cup account with a 3-1 win against Senegal on Tuesday while reigning champions Argentina prepared to make their bow.
Haaland double powers Norway to World Cup win over Iraq
Erling Haaland struck his first World Cup goals as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 on Tuesday in their first game at a major tournament in 26 years.
Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring record
Kylian Mbappe's renewed his remarkable relationship with the World Cup on Tuesday as he scored a double in his team's 3-1 win over Senegal, meaning he has a strong chance of becoming the tournament's all-time top scorer at this year's edition.
Deschamps hails 'extraordinary' Mbappe as France win on World Cup bow
France coach Didier Deschamps toasted "extraordinary" Kylian Mbappe after the France captain scored twice in the team's opening game at the World Cup on Tuesday to become his country's all-time top marksman.
Europe eyes major treble at US Open as Scheffler seeks Slam
While top-ranked Scottie Scheffler chases a career Grand Slam at this week's US Open, European golfers can achieve an unprecedented treble if one of them wins the title at Shinnecock.
Ghana's Partey loses bid to enter Canada for World Cup
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing trial on rape charges in Britain, lost a court challenge on Tuesday that would have allowed him to enter Canada for his side's World Cup opener in Toronto.
Teenager Bouaddi gives Morocco reason to dream at World Cup
Less than three months ago, Ayyoub Bouaddi was captaining France's Under-21 side in a European Championship qualifier. Now, he is a central figure underpinning Morocco's World Cup ambitions.
France and two-goal Mbappe roar into World Cup
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France overcame early wobbles to open their World Cup account with a 3-1 win against Senegal on Tuesday while reigning champions Argentina prepared to make their bow.
Mbappe double fires France to opening win over Senegal
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday.
Koepka ready for US Open after left hand nerve injury
Five-time major winner Brooks Koepka said Tuesday he will play in this week's US Open after withdrawing from last week's PGA Canadian Open with a left hand injury.
Not even a career Slam will satisfy No.1 Scheffler's goals
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler can complete a career Grand Slam by winning this week's US Open but even a victory at Shinnecock will not satisfy the world number one.
Lyles sets world's best time over 150 metres at Ostrava
US sprinter Noah Lyles set the world's best ever time over the rarely-run 150 metres on Tuesday, clocking 14.67 seconds at the Golden Spike meet in the eastern Czech city of Ostrava.
Elijah Just: 'skinny kid' lights up World Cup, makes New Zealand history
He has been repeatedly written off as too small and skinny, but Elijah Just has now emerged as a World Cup star after his two clinical goals made New Zealand football history.
'Mom, play with Venus': Serena says daughter inspired Wimbledon return
Serena Williams said Tuesday a comment from her daughter inspired her decision to return to play doubles at Wimbledon alongside sister Venus later in June.
USADA rips WADA over plan for test changes at big events
US Anti-Doping Agency chief executive officer Travis T. Tygart criticized World Anti-Doping Agency officials on Tuesday over plans to change testing at major events, allowing sport federations a greater role.
Spain must put Cape Verde World Cup 'grief' behind them, says Merino
Mikel Merino said Spain have to react to the "grief" of failing to beat debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, but is confident the European champions are still contenders to win the competition.
Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return
Serena Williams suffered a straight sets defeat in the Berlin Open doubles on Tuesday, hours after the confirmation of her return to Wimbledon to play alongside her sister Venus.
O'Brien and Moore complete full house of Royal Ascot Group One races
The formidable duo of trainer Aidan O'Brien and jockey Ryan Moore completed a sweep of the Group One races at Royal Ascot when Mission Central won the King Charles III Stakes on Tuesday.
Tortorella won't return as Vegas coach after NHL Final run
John Tortorella will not return as head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights after guiding the club's run to the Stanley Cup Final, team general manager Kelly McCrimmon announced Tuesday.
Moutet's foul-mouthed interview turns air blue at Queen's
France's Corentin Moutet left British television viewers stunned with a foul-mouthed outburst after his victory over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at Queen's Club on Tuesday.
McIlroy sees calmer fans and no lost US Open course
Rory McIlroy is getting better treatment from Long Island golf fans at the US Open than he did at last year's Ryder Cup and adds he's confident Shinnecock will not lose the course.