Wales captain Bale needs to play regularly before World Cup, says manager
CARDIFF : Wales manager Rob Page says captain Gareth Bale needs to play regularly at club level next season if he is to lead the country at their first World Cup in 64 years.
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Wayne Hennessey produces ‘best game in a Wales shirt’ to book World Cup spot
Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey says qualification for the 2022 World Cup has topped reaching two European Championships in the last six years.
Watch: Shooter Avani Lekhara Sets World Record To Win Gold At Para World Cup. Her Reaction Is A Gem
Tokyo Paralympics champion Avani Lekhara won gold at the Para Shooting World Cup with a world record score of 250.6 in women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 in Chateauroux, France on Tuesday. The 20-year-old shooter broke her own world record of 249.6 to secure her a spot at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Poland's Emilia Babska bagged the silver medal with a total of 247.6, while the bronze went to Anna Normann of Sweden after she shot 225.6. SH1 category is for athletes with lower limb impairment for competition in rifle events.
Brennan Johnson: Premier League football with Forest will aid my World Cup hopes
Brennan Johnson believes playing Premier League football at Nottingham Forest will boost his ambition of starting for Wales at the World Cup.
Avani Lekhara wins gold with world record in Para Shooting World Cup
Avani Lekhara won gold at the Para Shooting World Cup with a world record score of 250.6 in women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 in Chateauroux, France on Tuesday. The 20-year-old shooter broke her own world record of 249.6 to secure her a spot at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Poland's Emilia Babska bagged the silver medal with a total of 247.6, while the bronze went to Anna Normann of Sweden after she shot 225.6. SH1 category is for athletes with lower limb impairment for competition in rifle events. Lekhara bagged the top prize three days after being on the verge of missing the tournament as her coach and escort were initially denied visas. However, the issue was resolved after intervention of the Sports Authority of India and Sports Ministry. "Proud to bring home the gold in the R2 10M Air Rifle SH1 event with a WR score & India's 1st Paris2024 Quota, at the Chateauroux2022. My 1st Int. event since the @paralympics. A big thank you to everyone who has supported me!" she tweeted.
Gareth Bale reflects on ‘crazy journey’ as Wales end wait for World Cup place
Gareth Bale has described Wales’ journey from the football wilderness to the World Cup as “crazy”.
Sahal Abdul Samad eyes piece of history with India at AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers
As the national team begins their third round of qualification for the continental showpiece against Cambodia on Wednesday, 25-year-old Sahal wants to do for football what fellow Keralites HS Prannoy and Arjun MR did for badminton when they helped India win the prestigious Thomas Cup last month. “To watch that Thomas Cup win was an inspirational moment for me as an Indian. We are really happy for them,” Sahal said.
Avalanche sweep Oilers, reach Stanley Cup Final after OT thriller
For the first time since winning it all in 2001, the Colorado Avalanche are headed to the Stanley Cup Final. The Avalanche made it this far by completing a sweep of the Oilers, but not before a hard-fought Game 4 win: 6-5 in overtime.