Man Utd transfer news: Work to do to complete Antony and Rasmus Hojlund deals
Manchester United have made progress in their attempts to move on Antony and Rasmus Hojlund but the PA news agency understands there is work to do to finalise both deals.
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Hat-trick for Joao Felix on debut as Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal start their seasons in style
RIYADH: Al-Nassr began their 2025-26 Saudi Pro League campaign with a 5-0 thrashing of Al-Taawoun on Friday, while Al-Hilal also kicked off their season comfortably with a 2-0 victory over Al-Riyadh.
US Open: Novak Djokovic shakes off back problem, reaches fourth round at 38
NEW YORK: Novak Djokovic shook off a back problem early in the match to beat Cam Norrie on Friday night and at 38 become the oldest man to reach the fourth round of the US Open since Jimmy Connors was the same age in 1991. Djokovic pulled away to win 6-4, 6-7 (4), 6-2, 6-3, helped by hitting 18 aces in what he said was his best serving performance of the tournament. The 24-time Grand Slam champion seemed in jeopardy of matching his earliest exit in Flushing Meadows when he needed medical attention near the end of the first set. But he recovered to reach the last 16 of a major for the 69th time, matching Roger Federer for most ever, and will next face German qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff. The No.
Lauri Markkanen’s 43 points lead Finland to 109-79 rout of Britain at EuroBasket
TAMPERE, Finland: Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen scored 29 of his 43 points in the first half in a dazzling performance that highlighted Finland’s 109-79 rout of Britain at EuroBasket on Friday.
Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence named in England squad
Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence have received their first England call-ups, with Trent Alexander-Arnold among those conspicuous by their absence from Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
Managers predict fierce Saudi Pro League title race as new season kicks off
RIYADH: The new Roshn Saudi League season begins this week with three of the country’s biggest clubs preparing for what promises to be the most competitive campaign yet.
Karim Benzema confident Al-Ittihad will hit even greater heights as 2025-26 Roshn Saudi League season gets underway
JEDDAH: Karim Benzema is calling on Al-Ittihad to “achieve even more” as the Roshn Saudi League champions begin their title defense when the 2025-26 season gets underway this week.
Tottenham sign Netherlands international midfielder Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig
Tottenham have pulled off the major signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig in a welcome boost for new boss Thomas Frank.