FIFA teams up with WHO on global concussion campaign
Soccer's governing body FIFA and the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday launched a global concussion awareness initiative developed with brain health experts.
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Portugal battles with fires: 62,000 hectares burned and seven lives lost
The northern and central regions of mainland Portugal remain engulfed in flames, with the Aveiro district seeing the largest deployment of firefighting personnel, despite a calmer outlook.
Playing for your country beats franchise cricket, says Australia's Zampa
MELBOURNE : Rising numbers of cricketers are spurning the international game to focus on lucrative franchise deals across the globe but Adam Zampa's heart remains set on winning more matches for Australia.
Jugraj Singh Shines As Dominant India Beat China To Win 5th Asian Champions Trophy Title
A determined India claimed their fifth Asian Champions Trophy title with a fighting 1-0 victory over hosts China on Tuesday, completing a display of absolute dominance in the tournament in which they won all their matches. Defender Jugraj Singh scored a rare field goal as the defending champions toiled hard before getting the better of their opponents. It was not easy for the Harmanpreet Singh-led India as they failed to break the Chinese defence in the first three quarters. Eventually, Jugraj broke the deadlock in the 51st minute to hand the Paris Olympics bronze medallists the win against a resolute Chinese side, which was playing in only its second international tournament final.
Man United eye transfer for Bayern Munich star left 'upset' by Vincent Kompany decision
Manchester United are reportedly in the race to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka.
Canadian women to face World Cup champion Spain in 1st match since Olympic quarterfinal loss
The sixth-ranked Canadian women will face World Cup champion Spain in an international friendly next month.
Unique Endrick has 'the gift that strikers dream of', Ancelotti says
MADRID : Real Madrid's teenaged striker Endrick has unique gifts that set him apart, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Tuesday after the Brazilian scored the final goal in their 3-1 win over Stuttgart in the Champions League.
Kane passes Rooney as records fall in Bayern Munich rout - ESPN
MUNICH — Harry Kane scored four times on Tuesday to bring his Champions League goal total to 33, blowing past the previous record of 30 set by Wayne Rooney for the most goals by an English player in the competition.