Benzema looking forward after France disappointment
RIYADH: Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema says he has put his World Cup disappointment behind him and is focused on the future, starting with Sunday’s Spanish Super Cup final.
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Lampard will ‘go again’ after troubled Everton crash amid fans protest
LIVERPOOL: Frank Lampard insisted he still has the stomach for Everton’s relegation battle after his side crashed to a 2-1 defeat against fellow strugglers Southampton amid furious fan protests on Saturday. In a fresh sight of the turmoil enveloping Everton, the club’s board of directors were ordered to stay away from Goodison Park this weekend due to perceived security risks. The move came after offensive messages, including death threats to chairman Bill Kenwright, were made to specific individuals during the week.
Real Madrid still hungry for success: Ancelotti
RIYADH: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team are still hungry for success ahead of their Spanish Super Cup final showdown against rivals Barcelona on Sunday.
Djokovic 'likes his chances' of 10th Australian Open crown
Novak Djokovic declared on Saturday that he "likes his chances" of winning a record-extending 10th Australian Open crown, despite lingering injury worries.
Klopp rages at ‘really bad’ Liverpool after Brighton shock
BRIGHTON, United Kingdom: Jurgen Klopp labelled Liverpool’s dismal 3-0 defeat at Brighton on Saturday as the worst he has seen during his Anfield reign. Klopp’s troubled side were blown away in the second half by Solly March’s double and a late strike from Danny Welbeck. Liverpool’s wretched performance came hot on the heels of a 3-1 loss at Brentford and an FA Cup draw against Wolves in which they were saved from defeat by a controversial VAR decision.
Stosur to retire after Australian Open
Former U.S. Open champion Sam Stosur on Saturday said she will retire from the sport following this month's Australian Open, 21 years after her first appearance at Melbourne Park.
'Vulnerable' Nadal says Djokovic clear favourite at Australian Open
Melbourne, Jan 14, 2023 (AFP) -Defending champion Rafael Nadal admitted Saturday he felt vulnerable heading into the Australian Open after two straight defeats in the build-up and said that Novak Djokovic was clear favourite.
Loeb's six appeal makes Dakar history as Al-Attiyah heads for victory
French driver Sebastien Loeb won a record sixth successive stage in the Dakar Rally on Saturday although barring a disaster Qatar's Nasser Al-Attiyah looks set for a fifth title.