Robinho: Brazilian footballer loses final appeal against rape conviction
Brazilian footballer Robinho has lost his final appeal against a conviction for taking part in the gang rape of a woman in Milan in 2013.
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Italy's Supreme Court confirms Brazil striker Robinho 9-year rape verdict
ROME : Italy's Supreme Court confirmed the conviction of former AC Milan and Brazil striker Robinho to nine years in prison for his involvement in a gang rape of an Albanian woman in 2013, his lawyer said on Wednesday.
Juventus willing to accept Arsenal’s loan offer for Arthur on one condition
Juventus are willing to allow midfielder Arthur Melo to join Arsenal on loan this month, but only if the Gunners agree to an unusual 18-month deal, according to reports in Italy.
Central Coast Mariners through to first FFA Cup final after controversial defeat of Sydney FC
A controversial Marco Urena penalty was the difference as the Central Coast Mariners sealed their first FFA Cup final spot with a 1-0 win over Sydney FC at Kogarah Oval on Tuesday night.
2022 Women's Asian Cup: Five stories to watch as Matildas embark on title charge
While all competitive sport is guided by a single overarching plot — who will be the winner? — sometimes what makes sport so memorable is what happens elsewhere; the array of characters and storylines, emotions and drama, that occur away from or alongside the main action.
Newcastle close to £30m deal for Sevilla defender Diego Carlos after first two bids rejected for Brazilian
Newcastle are closing in on a £30m deal for Sevilla defender Diego Carlos. Eddie Howe's first two bids for the Brazilian centre-back were rejected, but the defender has now submitted a formal transfer request which appears to have helped force through a move. Ad/> He could be registered with the Magpies in time for their match against Leeds on Saturday.
Real Madrid legend Francisco 'Paco' Gento dies aged 88
Spain's former Real Madrid player, Francisco "Paco" Gento, the only football player to win six European Cup titles, has died aged 88.
Zak Brown: McLaren boss says no sprint events in 2022 a possibility
Formula 1 is in danger of not having any sprint events this year as a result of a stand-off over money, says McLaren boss Zak Brown.