Canada’s magical World Cup run hinges on slaying one of modern game’s giants
After Canada’s men beat South Africa to head to their first Round of 16, they celebrated as though they had won the World Cup itself.
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Lampard extends Coventry contract until 2029
June 30 : Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2029, the newly promoted Premier League side said on Tuesday.
Familiar failings leave Japan at World Cup crossroads
DALLAS, June 30 : Despite coach Hajime Moriyasu's pre-tournament declarations that his team should challenge for the title, Japan will travel home from the World Cup having been knocked out in a fashion that has become all too familiar.
DR Congo's ambitions fulfilled, England clash will be day to remember
ATLANTA, June 30 : The Democratic Republic of Congo’s progress to the knockout phase of the World Cup is the culmination of a long-term project to revive the fortunes of one of the world's most populous nations.
Portugal look to ignite World Cup campaign against evergreen Croatia
HOUSTON, June 30 : Portugal and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo will look to quiet critics of an underwhelming World Cup run in their round of 32 clash on Thursday in Toronto when they meet a Croatian side who have made a habit of outperforming on the biggest stage.
Australia knock West Indies out to reach Women's T20 World Cup final
June 30 : Australia moved a step closer to a record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title after beating West Indies by eight wickets in the first semi-final at The Oval on Tuesday.
Svitolina crashes to fellow Ukrainian Snigur in Wimbledon opener
LONDON, June 30 : Eighth seed Elina Svitolina was sent spinning out of Wimbledon in the opening round after a 7-5 6-2 defeat by fellow Ukrainian Daria Snigur on Tuesday, as her wait for a maiden Grand Slam title was extended.
NBA-LeBron plans to leave Lakers and play elsewhere next season, ESPN reports
June 30 : LeBron James, a four-time NBA champion and the league's all-time leading scorer, has told the Los Angeles Lakers he plans to play for another team next season, according to an ESPN report on Tuesday.