Coach Michael Carrick faces derby test as expectations soar at Manchester United
Despite their average start to the season, the Englishman insists he is planning for the long term.
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With F1 race approaching, deputy minister says beware ticket scalpers
Fuziah Salleh says the government is reviewing legislation so consumers are not forced to pay higher prices, or fall victim to fraud.
Fabregas delighted as Como live up to Champions League standard in dream debut
Como thrashed RB Leipzig 4-1 in a historic European debut as manager Cesc Fabregas called it a memorable evening for the club and fans.
Football matches in the Netherlands to be abandoned if fireworks used
Sept 11 - Dutch football matches will be abandoned if fireworks are used in the stands under a new agreement between the KNVB, the Public Prosecution Service and Justice and Security Minister David van Weel, Dutch media reported.
Ultimate Championship as big as Olympics - and more lucrative, says Bolt
BUDAPEST: Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt claimed 19 global titles in a storied career, but he wishes the kind of prize money on offer at the Ultimate Championship from Friday had been available when he was competing.
US and France ease into women's Basketball World Cup semis
BERLIN: The United States breezed into the semi-finals of the Women's Basketball World Cup with a 108-56 win against Hungary on Thursday and will face Spain for a place in the final.
Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future
MADRID: Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso teased reporters on the eve of his home Spanish Grand Prix on Thursday when asked if he had made a long-awaited decision on his future in Formula One.
F1 drivers expecting crashes, chaos at new Spanish GP circuit
MADRID: Formula One drivers are expecting a weekend of crashes and chaos at the new Circuito de Madring as it hosts the Spanish Grand Prix for the first time.
Pressure builds on coach Carolan to deliver Asian Games final spot
KUALA LUMPUR: The pressure is on the national men's hockey team to bounce back and reach the final of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after their World Cup failure in Belgium.
Yu Zidi: fearless swimming prodigy, 13, with Olympics in her sights
BEIJING: Yu Zidi made history last year aged 12 when she became the youngest-ever medallist at the swimming world championships. Now a teenager, she headlines China’s bid for Asian Games domination and has Olympic glory in her sights.
Carrick pleased with Sesko’s return to form ahead of Manchester derby
Benjamin Sesko scored late in a 2-2 draw at Everton before striking again in Thursday’s 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah.
Sepang F1 preparations 80pc complete ahead of Malaysia’s long-awaited return
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 11 — Preparations for hosting the Formula 1 (F1) Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix (GP) at th...
Olise double, Musiala goal fire Bayern to 5-0 win over Bodo-Glimt in Champions League
MUNICH, Sept 11 — Jamal Musiala scored the opener and Michael Olise grabbed two goals as Bayern Munich cruis...
Manchester United mark Champions League return with 4-0 win over debutants Sabah
MANCHESTER, Sept 11 — Manchester United cruised to a 4-0 win on their return to the Champions League for the...
Alonso keeps F1 future uncertain ahead of home Spanish Grand Prix
MADRID, Sept 11 — Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso teased reporters on the eve of his home Spanish Gr...
Fifa denies claim that Morocco will host 2030 World Cup final
Morocco will co-host the 2030 tournament with Spain and Portugal, while Fifa says a decision on the venue for the final has yet to be made.
Mainoo a ‘massive influence’ on Man Utd upturn, says Carrick
Kobbie Mainoo was largely overlooked by Michael Carrick's predecessor Ruben Amorim.
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