Chess-Russian grandmaster Spassky dies aged 88
PARIS : Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky has died at the age of 88, International chess federation (FIDE) general director Emil Sutovsky told Reuters on Thursday.
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Courtois available for Belgium again
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is available for selection for the national team again and expected to make his return next month, he said.
Van Persie to return to Feyenoord as coach - Dutch media reports
Robin van Persie is to take over as Feyenoord coach, making a swift return to the club where he started and ended his playing career, Dutch media reported on Saturday.
Benfica win at 10-man Monaco to close on last 16
MONACO :Benfica took a big step towards the Champions League last 16 with a 1-0 victory at 10-man AS Monaco in the first leg of the playoffs on Wednesday.
Italy coach hails win over Wales as turning-point
ROME : Italy overcame difficult odds and made a major step forward with a disciplined victory over Wales in the Six Nations, their coach Gonzalo Quesada said after the 22-15 win on Saturday.
Spain Ramos signs one-year deal with Mexican club Monterrey
MEXICO CITY : Former Spain international Sergio Ramos has joined Mexican side Monterrey on a one-year deal, the club said on Thursday.
Man United sign Danish defender Dorgu from Lecce
MANCHESTER, England : Manchester United have signed 20-year-old Danish left back Patrick Dorgu from Italian Serie A side Lecce on a contract until 2030, the Premier League club said on Sunday.
Ajax end Galatasaray's long unbeaten streak
AMSTERDAM : Ajax Amsterdam made sure of a placein the Europa League playoffs as they beat Galatasaray 2-1 at home on Thursday and went above the Turkish league leaders in the final group standings.