Bale to the rescue as Wales snatch US draw on World Cup return
Gareth Bale scored a late penalty to snatch a 1-1 draw with the United States in Wales' first World Cup game in 64 years on Monday.
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Analysis:Bale saves the day again as Wales make long-awaited World Cup return
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : Wales captain Gareth Bale cut a frustrated figure against the United States for most of his country's first World Cup game since 1958, barely touching the ball early on let alone making the sort of inspirational impact the fans have come to expect.
Wales battle back to earn a draw with USA
Wales' all-time top scorer and talisman Gareth Bale scored a late penalty as the Welsh rallied in the second half to secure a 1-1 draw with the United States in an enthralling World Cup Group B clash at a raucous Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Monday.
US midfielder McKennie fit to start, Moore misses out for Wales
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: The United States received a fitness boost with midfielder Weston McKennie ruled fit to start after being a doubt for their Group B opener against Wales, who will be captained by Gareth Bale on their return to the World Cup after 64 years.
European nations scrap One Love armbands plan due to fear of FIFA sanctions
England and Wales will not wear an anti-discrimination armband in their World Cup matches on Monday after FIFA threatened them with sporting sanctions.
Bale ready for Wales World Cup opener, Allen ruled out
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : Wales captain Gareth Bale declared himself fit and ready for their opening match at the World Cup in Qatar against the United States on Monday, but midfielder Joe Allen has been ruled out as he recovers from a hamstring injury.
Wales World Cup press conference Live updates as Gareth Bale and Rob Page speak ahead of USA opener
Wales' World Cup campaign kicks off in just over 24 hours' time.
Djokovic beats Fritz to reach final of ATP Finals
TURIN, Italy: Novak Djokovic kept his bid for a record-equaling sixth ATP Finals title alive by beating Taylor Fritz of the United States on Saturday to reach the final of the prestigious season-ending tournament.Djokovic, who went unbeaten through the group stage, won 7-6 (5), 7-6 (6) in just under two hours in Turin, securing the win on his second match point.He has now won all six of his encounters against the 25-year-old Fritz.The Serb will face either third-seeded Casper Ruud or Andrey Rublev in Sunday’s final as he attempts to win his first title at the event since 2015 and match Roger Federer’s record.Djokovic had to recover quickly from a grueling three-hour win over Daniil Medvedev in his final group match, which had ended less than 24 hours previously.“I had to fight to survive,” Djokovic said. “I didn’t feel very reactive today or very comfortable.