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FIFA Women's World Cup: Ary Borges Scores Hat-trick As Brazil Put On The Style, Germany Also Win Big

Ary Borges was the star of the show at the Women's World Cup on Monday, hitting a hat-trick for an impressive Brazil, while Germany also won big to begin their campaign. Italy were also victors but needed an 87th-minute header from substitute Cristiana Girelli to squeeze past Argentina 1-0. Brazil have featured at all eight previous Women's World Cups -- and never won it. Far tougher challenges lie ahead -- they face France next -- but their 4-0 thumping of debutants Panama was the perfect start for Swedish coach Pia Sundhage's side.

Denmark set sights on England after winning World Cup start

A late goal by Amalie Vangsgaard gave Denmark a 1-0 win over China but the Scandinavians know they will have to be a lot more polished when they meet reigning European champions England in their next World Cup Group D game on Friday.

"Virat Bhaiya Ran Up And Hugged Me": Mukesh Kumar On Taking Maiden Test Wicket

Having watched Virat Kohli's on-field exploits with awe all these years, it was a surreal feeling for Mukesh Kumar when the former Indian captain rushed to hug him after the Bengal seamer got his maiden Test wicket. Making his Test debut a few months before his 30th birthday, the man from Bihar's Gopalganj is a late bloomer and has had to come up the ranks proving his mettle right from Bengal U-23 to India A in last seven years. "When I got the wicket, Virat bhaiya ran up and hugged me. I was in a different world. The man I have watched all these years on TV and looked up to is hugging you. It felt great," a beaming Mukesh told his senior pace bowling partner (younger in age though) Mohammed Siraj in an interaction for BCCI.TV.

Popp shines on return to world stage after missing Euros final

MELBOURNE : Inspirational captain Alexandra Popp was sorely missed during Germany's final defeat by England at the Euros but returned to the global stage with a bang on Monday, leading her team to a 6-0 rout of Morocco at the Women's World Cup.

Towns on the edge of Manchester where parking is still free - for now

Parking charges in local towns are to be reviewed after drivers have been warned they might not always have access to some free car parks in the future. A Cheshire councillor has warned the where some towns pay for parking and others don’t ‘has to become a thing of the past’.

Helen Flanagan has 'bond girl' moment in plunging gown on Barbados holiday with kids after being defended

Helen Flanagan looked sensational as she enjoyed her own 'bond girl' moment after ditching the UK. The actress has jetted off to Barbados for a summer holiday with her three young children and her friend who she often praises for helping her out with the kids.

LIVE: Rail lines blocked between Piccadilly and Stockport after reports of 'children on the line'

There is widespread disruption to rail services this afternoon with the line between Stockport and Manchester's Piccadilly Station blocked after reports of 'children on the line.'

Raymond Galligan to focus on managing as trio aim for Cavan job

Cavan goalkeeper Raymond Galligan is one of three people shortlisted for the vacant Breffni County position with the Lacken man being put forward as manager rather than player-manager, RTÉ Sport understands.

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FIFA Women's World Cup: Ary Borges Scores Hat-trick As Brazil Put On The Style, Germany Also Win Big

Denmark set sights on England after winning World Cup start

"Virat Bhaiya Ran Up And Hugged Me": Mukesh Kumar On Taking Maiden Test Wicket

Popp shines on return to world stage after missing Euros final

Towns on the edge of Manchester where parking is still free - for now

Helen Flanagan has 'bond girl' moment in plunging gown on Barbados holiday with kids after being defended

LIVE: Rail lines blocked between Piccadilly and Stockport after reports of 'children on the line'

Raymond Galligan to focus on managing as trio aim for Cavan job