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'We can't cry about' Iran defeat, says Wales' Page
Rob Page said his Wales team could not "sit and cry about" their agonising late defeat to Iran at the World Cup on Friday, with a clash against neighbours England to come.
Bermudan Olympic heroine Duffy wins record fourth world triathlon title
Bermuda's Olympic gold medallist Flora Duffy added another piece of history to her remarkable career on Friday becoming the first woman to be crowned world triathlon champion four times.
Iran stun Wales at World Cup as England target last 16
Iran scored twice deep in stoppage time to stun Wales 2-0 on Friday and breathe new life into a World Cup campaign overshadowed by mass anti-government protests at home.
Denmark coach unafraid of 'spectacular' France at World Cup
Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand says he has no fears about facing World Cup holders France on Saturday having twice beaten them in the Nations League this year.
De Bruyne admits Belgium frustrations, demands bravery against Morocco
Kevin De Bruyne called on his Belgium team-mates to be braver on Friday, insisting he also needs improve ahead of Sunday's World Cup clash with Morocco.
Last-gasp Iran sink Wales at World Cup
Iran claimed a famous 2-0 victory over 10-man Wales on Friday as Carlos Queiroz's men scored two goals deep into added time to keep their World Cup campaign alive.
Argentina greats pay tribute to Maradona on anniversary of death
Argentina football greats on Friday set off a day of World Cup tributes to the "immortal" Diego Maradona on the second anniversary of his death.
Lewandowski still on penalties despite World Cup miss - Poland coach
Robert Lewandowski is still Poland's penalty-taker despite missing in their World Cup opener and is primed to break his tournament duck, coach Czeslaw Michniewicz said on Friday.
Brazil face anxious wait after Neymar injury scare at World Cup
Brazil were sweating on the fitness of Neymar on Friday after their talisman sprained his ankle in the World Cup win over Serbia.
Cowboys find their rhythm to beat Giants, Vikings down Pats
The Dallas Cowboys turned on their offense in the second half to beat the New York Giants 28-20 in their Thanksgiving clash on Thursday.
Messi on brink as Argentina look to salvage World Cup
It was not supposed to be this way. Before the World Cup started, hopes were high in Argentina that Lionel Messi was set for a glorious swansong.
England, Netherlands eye last-16 berths at World Cup
England head into their second match of the World Cup against the United States on Friday knowing victory would secure a place in the last 16, while the Netherlands could also qualify for the knockout phase.
Cowboys find their rhythm to beat Giants
The Dallas Cowboys turned on their offense in the second half to beat the New York Giants 28-20 in their Thanksgiving clash on Thursday.
Italy, Canada set-up Davis Cup semi-final showdown
Fabio Fognini and Simone Bolelli cruised to victory in the deciding doubles as Italy beat the United States 2-1 in their Davis Cup quarter-final in Malaga on Thursday.
Richarlison stars as Brazil beat Serbia but Neymar suffers injury scare
Richarlison scored twice as tournament favourites Brazil beat Serbia 2-0 in their World Cup opener on Thursday, but the win was soured by an ankle injury to captain Neymar.
World Cup history for Ronaldo, Neymar injury scare after Brazil win
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup history on Thursday as Brazil were rocked by an injury scare to captain Neymar after a hardfought 2-0 victory over Serbia.
Brazil grinds to halt as World Cup party starts
In yellow-and-green bikinis, Neymar jerseys and sparkling tops straight out of carnival, Brazilians dropped everything Thursday to watch the national team make their highly anticipated World Cup debut, exploding in celebration at their opening win.
Neymar suffers ankle sprain in Brazil win
Brazil captain Neymar suffered a sprained ankle in his team's World Cup win over Serbia on Thursday and faces a medical assessment in the next 48 hours, the national team doctor said after the match.
Richarlison's World Cup brace for Brazil 'a boyhood dream come true'
Richarlison reflected on his tears when he feared he might miss the World Cup after scoring both goals as Brazil opened their bid to win a sixth title with a 2-0 win over Serbia in Doha on Thursday.
First Swedish NHL star Salming dies at 71
Former Toronto Maple Leafs and Sweden defenceman Borje Salming died on Thursday at the age of 71, the NHL team said in a statement.
History for Ronaldo as Brazil win World Cup opener
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup goalscoring history on Thursday as Brazil launched their quest for a record sixth title with a 2-0 victory over Serbia.
Bills snatch late win at Detroit
Tyler Bass's 45 yard field goal, with two seconds remaining, gave the Buffalo Bills a thrilling 28-25 victory at the Detroit Lions in the NFL on Thursday.
Richarlison double gives Brazil World Cup win over Serbia
A second-half brace by Richarlison, including a stunning overhead scissor kick, gave tournament favourites Brazil a 2-0 win over Serbia in their opening World Cup game at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.
Man United can no longer count on Ronaldo, but Portugal can
Manchester United can no longer count on Cristiano Ronaldo, after they parted ways by mutual consent this week, but the veteran striker showed that Portugal still can.
Ghana's Addo blames 'gift' Ronaldo penalty for Portugal defeat
Ghana coach Otto Addo insisted Thursday that the spot-kick from which Cristiano Ronaldo's netted in his fifth World Cup was a "gift" following the Black Stars' defeat to Portugal.
Ronaldo says United chapter closed after breaking World Cup scoring record
Cristiano Ronaldo said Thursday that he had put his recent troubles at Manchester United behind him after scoring in a record-breaking fifth World Cup as Portugal squeezed past Ghana 3-2.
Iran 'not under any pressure' after anthem protest says Taremi
Iran forward Mehdi Taremi on Thursday denied his team had come "under pressure" from their government after opting not to sing the national anthem before their first World Cup match.
Ronaldo scores in fifth World Cup as Portugal squeeze past Ghana
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at five World Cups on Thursday when he scored the opening goal from the penalty spot in Portugal's 3-2 win over Ghana.
History for Ronaldo as Brazil enter World Cup fray
Cristiano Ronaldo claimed a piece of World Cup goalscoring history on Thursday as mighty Brazil prepared for their first game of the finals.
Iran arrests ex-international footballer who backed protests
Iran on Thursday arrested a former international football player of Kurdish origin who has strongly supported the protests that have rocked the country since September, news agencies said.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first man to score in five World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at five World Cups on Thursday after opening the scoring in Portugal's World Cup clash with Ghana.
Southgate urges England to end US World Cup curse
Gareth Southgate urged England to exorcise the ghosts of their World Cup embarrassments against the United States when they clash in Doha on Friday.