Portugal carry Jota's memory into World Cup clash on anniversary of his death
July 1 : When Portugal walk on to the pitch to face Croatia in the World Cup round of 32 on Thursday in Toronto, the date will still be July 2 in Canada.
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Gauff survives tense tiebreak to keep Wimbledon hopes alive
LONDON, July 1 : Two times Grand Slam winner Coco Gauff staved off another early exit from Wimbledon by beating Argentina's Solana Sierra 6-3 3-6 7-6(10-7) with a tiebreak turnaround to reach the third round on Wednesday.
Canada weigh Davies start as Marsch eyes fitness edge over Morocco
HOUSTON, July 1 : Canada coach Jesse Marsch has not yet decided if captain Alphonso Davies will start against Morocco in their World Cup last 16 clash in Houston on Saturday and suggested his side's superior fitness could be a factor in the tie.
Sabalenka relies on survival instincts to tame Kessler
LONDON, July 1 : Aryna Sabalenka's love-hate relationship with Wimbledon's slick turf was once again on display before her survival instincts kicked in as the Belarusian subdued American McCartney Kessler 6-1 7-6(9) in the second round on Wednesday.
Wawrinka bows out of final Wimbledon after loss to Berrettini
LONDON, June 30 : Stan Wawrinka made his final Wimbledon appearance in a 6-7(7) 7-6(16) 7-6(7) 7-6(5) defeat by Matteo Berrettini in the first round on Tuesday, leaving to warm applause that reflected the admiration the Swiss has earned over the years.
Family and friends fuel Anisimova's new Wimbledon bid after final heartbreak
LONDON, June 30 : Amanda Anisimova said having friends and family around her helped make Wimbledon feel like a second home, as the American hopes to draw on that support in her bid to produce another strong display in London.
In soccer stronghold California, World Cup is a seismic event
SAN JOSE, California, June 30 : Flying high in their best-ever start to a season, the San Jose Earthquakes rule soccer in these parts of California, but they're making way for new kings as the United States prepare for a World Cup knockout match against Bosnia on Wednesday.
Gakpo shows there are much more important matters in life than football
MONTERREY, Mexico, June 29 : The outpouring of emotion from Cody Gakpo after he scored for the Netherlands against Morocco at the World Cup on Monday showed that while the tournament captivates billions around the world, the game does not transcend personal tragedy.