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Injured Ronaldo misses Portugal World Cup friendlies

Cristiano Ronaldo, who is currently nursing a hamstring injury, was on Friday left out of the Portugal squad to play pre-World Cup friendlies against tournament co-hosts Mexico and the United States later this month.

Coach Valverde to leave Bilbao at end of season

Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde is to step down at the end of the season after a hugely successful third spell in charge, he announced Friday.

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Wales revel in being the underdogs, says skipper Lake

Wales captain Dewi Lake is comfortable with the Welsh being regarded as underdogs for their Six Nations match with Ireland, saying on Thursday "that's probably our favourite place to be".

Liverpool injuries frustrating Slot in tough season

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is adamant that injuries have played a major role in his side's faltering defence of their Premier League title.

Real Madrid will 'keep fighting' in title race, vows Arbeloa

Real Madrid will "keep fighting" as long as they mathematically have a chance of winning La Liga, after slipping four points behind Barcelona, under-pressure coach Alvaro Arbeloa said on Thursday.

Australia join South Korea in quarters of Women's Asian Cup

Australia demolished Iran 4-0 to join South Korea in the quarter-finals of the Women's Asia Cup on Queensland's Gold Coast on Thursday.

Kane to miss Bayern game against Gladbach with calf knock

Harry Kane will miss Bayern Munich's Bundesliga match against Borussia Moenchengladbach with a calf injury, coach Vincent Kompany said on Thursday.

Henman says Raducanu needs more physicality to rise up rankings

Tim Henman believes it is more important for Emma Raducanu to improve her physicality rather than settle on a new coach if she is to climb up the tennis world rankings.

France recall fit-again Jalibert to face Scotland

France coach Fabien Galthie on Thursday recalled fly-half Matthieu Jalibert to the starting line-up for this weekend's Six Nations clash away to Scotland.

Norris hungrier than ever to defend Formula One world title

Lando Norris said Thursday his tense world title triumph last year made him hungrier than ever to win another, with the McLaren ace having no concerns about being the hunted rather than the hunter.

Fatherhood, sleep, T20 World Cup final: Henry's whirlwind journey

New Zealand's Matt Henry played a doting father to his new-born son back home and returned to help his team reach the T20 World Cup final, all in a space of five days.

T20 World Cup hero Allen says New Zealand confidence high for final

Semi-final hero Finn Allen said New Zealand's thumping demi-final win over South Africa was a "huge confidence booster" ahead of going for their maiden T20 World Cup title in Sunday's final.

South Korea beat Philippines 3-0 to reach women's quarter-finals

South Korea cruised into the quarter-finals of the Women's Asian Cup with a dominant 3-0 win over an outmatched Philippines at Queensland's Gold Coast on Thursday.

Mercedes' Russell not fazed by being tipped as pre-season favourite

George Russell said on Thursday that being considered favourite to be world champion this year was a compliment, but the Mercedes star was adamant that anything could happen in a 24-race season.

Australia beat Taiwan in World Baseball Classic opener

Australia beat a Taiwan team cheered on by thousands of passionate fans 3-0 in Tokyo on Thursday in the opening game of the World Baseball Classic.

Underdogs Wales could hurt Irish after Scotland display: Popham

Wales will start as huge underdogs in their Six Nations match against Ireland in Dublin on Friday but their heartbreaking loss last month to the Scots "provides hope", former Welsh international Alix Popham told AFP.

Gilgeous-Alexander rules over Knicks again in Thunder win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sank a clutch three-pointer to secure a hard-fought 103-100 win for the Oklahoma City Thunder over the New York Knicks Wednesday.

Hamilton reveals sequel in the works to blockbuster 'F1: The Movie'

Lewis Hamilton revealed Thursday he was working on a sequel to the blockbuster Brad Pitt film 'F1: The Movie', with a script being written.

Alonso, Stroll fear 'permanent nerve damage' from vibrating Aston Martin

Aston Martin chief Adrian Newey on Thursday revealed Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll fear permanent nerve damage from extreme vibration in their cars and are unlikely to complete the Australian Grand Prix.

Bayern and Kane gambling with house money as Gladbach come to town

With Bayern Munich well on the way to another Bundesliga title, striker Harry Kane has another milestone in sight: Robert Lewandowski's single-season goals record.

Turkey invests in foreign legion to deliver LA Olympics gold

Turkey is offering long-term financial support to recruit Jamaican and Kenyan track and field stars with the aim of winning a host of gold medals at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Galthie's France blessed with unprecedented talent: Saint-Andre

Fabien Galthie has more talent at his disposal than any previous France coach, former boss Philippe Saint-Andre told AFP, as Les Bleus prepare for the "toughest" match in their Six Nations Grand Slam quest.

Rahm rejection of DP World Tour deal 'a shame' - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday it's "a shame" Jon Rahm's dispute with the DP World Tour has put his Ryder Cup future in doubt but said the match play tournament can survive without the Spaniard.

Verstappen says new Red Bull car gave him 'goosebumps'

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said Thursday he does not know how the opening Grand Prix of the season will play out under sweeping new regulations, but he "got goosebumps" when he first saw the new Red Bull car.

'She's coming back': Djokovic predicts Serena return

Novak Djokovic is convinced US tennis great Serena Williams will return to competition, and the 24-time Grand Slam champion is itching to see "one of the greatest athletes" back on court.

Hamilton vows 'no holding back' in his 20th Formula One season

Lewis Hamilton vowed there will be "no holding back" as he bids to improve on a bitterly disappointing debut year with Ferrari in what will be his 20th season on the grid.

U.S. Polo Assn. Expands Collegiate Partnership Program to Record 70 Teams for 2026 Season

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. / ACCESS Newswire / March 5, 2026 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly announces the continued expansion of its Collegiate Partnership Program (CPP) for the 2026 season and academic year. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the program reaches a historic milestone by supporting 70 collegiate teams across 31 universities nationwide, the largest number of teams ever participating in the program.

Arteta hits back at Brighton criticism after Arsenal boost title bid

Mikel Arteta slammed Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler's claim that Arsenal "make their own rules" after the Premier League leaders moved a step closer to the title with a 1-0 win at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday.

Carrick says 'defeat hurts' after first loss as Man Utd boss

Michael Carrick said "defeat hurts" after Manchester United's 2-1 loss at Newcastle on Wednesday -- the first time he has been beaten as manager of the club.

Arsenal stretch lead at top of Premier League as Man City falter

Premier League leaders Arsenal stretched their lead over Manchester City to seven points on Wednesday with a nervy win at Brighton, while Pep Guardiola's men were held to a costly 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest.

Title race not over vows Guardiola after Man City held by Forest

Pep Guardiola insisted the Premier League title race is not over after Manchester City's shock 2-2 draw against lowly Nottingham Forest handed the initiative to leaders Arsenal.

Rosenior hails 'world class' Joao Pedro after hat-trick crushes Villa

Liam Rosenior labelled Joao Pedro "world class" after the Brazilian striker's hat-trick inspired a 4-1 rout of Aston Villa on Wednesday.

Real Sociedad edge rivals Athletic to reach Copa del Rey final

Mikel Oyarzabal slotted home a late penalty to fire Real Sociedad into the Copa del Rey final with a 1-0 win over Basque rivals Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, securing a 2-0 aggregate semi-final triumph.

Chelsea boost top four push as Joao Pedro treble routs Villa

Joao Pedro hit a hat-trick as Chelsea thrashed Aston Villa 4-1 on Wednesday to improve their prospects of qualifying for the Champions League.

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