Canadian men reach record high, climbing to No. 28 in FIFA world rankings
The Canadian men continue to reach new heights under coach Jesse Marsch, climbing two places to a career-high No. 28 in the latest FIFA world rankings.
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Rolfo return boosts Sweden ahead of Germany showdown
OBERENTFELDEN, Switzerland :Sweden's Fridolina Rolfo may have only managed 13 minutes plus stoppage time against Poland at the Women's Euros so far, but the return of flying winger from an ankle injury has been a shot in the arm for the Swedes ahead of their Group C showdown with Germany on Saturday.
Alessia Russo sends 'no limit' warning to Lionesses Euro 2025 rivals after Netherlands thrashing
Alessia Russo insists there is no limit on England’s potential after the Lionesses turned their Euro 2025 campaign around with a resounding 4-0 victory over the Netherlands.
Jonker believes Dutch women still among world's best despite historical loss
ZURICH :Outgoing Netherlands coach Andries Jonker vowed to prove his team are still one of the best in women's football despite their crushing 4-0 defeat by England at Euro 2025 on Wednesday that left them on the brink of elimination.
Let the games begin! Riyadh opens Esports World Cup
RIYADH: The Esports World Cup kicks off in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Thursday as the world’s largest esports and gaming festival comes to Riyadh.
Djokovic reaches record 14th Wimbledon semifinal
LONDON: Novak Djokovic won a testing battle against Flavio Cobolli on Wednesday to reach a record 14th men’s Wimbledon semifinal, which will be a blockbuster clash against world number one Jannik Sinner. The Serb, chasing a historic 25th Grand Slam singles crown, was given the royal seal of approval by Britain’s Queen Camilla before his 6-7 (6/8), 6-2, 7-5, 6-4 win on Center Court. The seven-time champion was pushed hard by the Italian 22nd seed but ultimately had too much for the 23-year-old, who had never previously been beyond the third round of a major. Djokovic said Wimbledon was the “most special tournament” in the sport as he was cheered by the crowd. “And of course, it means the world to me that I’m still able at 38 to play the final stages of Wimbledon,” he said. “Thank you for cheering for my age. I really appreciate it.
PSG inflict humiliating defeat on Real Madrid to reach Club World Cup final
EAST RUTHERFORD, United States: Fabian Ruiz scored twice as European champions Paris Saint-Germain turned on the style in their reunion with Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday, thrashing Real Madrid 4-0 in the semifinals of the Club World Cup to set up a final showdown with Chelsea. Ruiz and Ousmane Dembele scored inside the opening nine minutes to stun Real and silence the majority of the 77,542 crowd who were wearing white at the MetLife Stadium outside New York. The Spanish midfielder added another before half-time and Goncalo Ramos got a late fourth as Luis Enrique’s side moved one game away from glory at FIFA’s new tournament. Victory against Chelsea on Sunday would complete a campaign of unparalleled success for the Parisians, who won the French title and then the first UEFA Champions League in their history in May. After blowing away Inter Milan 5-0, the biggest victory in European Cup final history, PSG began their Club World Cup bid by putting four past Atletico Madrid and the ease with which they disposed of Real here was striking. PSG’s fluidity contrasted starkly with Madrid, who are a work in progress under new coach Xabi Alonso.
Fishlock goal gives Welsh boost at Women's Euros
ST. GALLEN, Switzerland :They may have been on the wrong end of a 4-1 thumping by France that leaves them on the brink of elimination, but Wales fans in attendance at the Kybunpark will never forget the moment they saw Jess Fishlock score their nation's first goal at a major women's championship.