New Rangers boss Martin aims to win over fans as he targets Celtic crown
LONDON: Rangers head coach Russell Martin said Thursday his “whole career has been based on proving people wrong” after he was unveiled as the new man in the Ibrox hot seat.
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Saudi Arabia’s PIF named as partner for FIFA Club World Cup 2025
ZURICH/RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will be an official partner of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, which gets underway in the US later this month.
Australia on brink of World Cup after dramatic late winner
PERTH: Australia moved to the brink of the World Cup after beating already qualified Japan 1-0 in Perth on Thursday thanks to Aziz Behich’s 90th-minute winner.
Bengaluru offer cash help after deadly India cricket stampede
BENGALURU: Royal Challengers Bengaluru said Thursday they stood “united” with fans as the Indian Premier League champions announced financial aid to families of those crushed to death during their title celebrations.
Swiatek faces Sabalenka as Boisson eyes ‘dream’ French Open final
PARIS: Iga Swiatek puts her bid for a fourth straight French Open title on the line against world number one Aryna Sabalenka on Thursday, before surprise French hero Lois Boisson aims to continue her fairytale run against Coco Gauff in the second semifinal.The biggest rivalry in the current women’s game will get its first instalment since last August in Cincinnati when the reigning Roland Garros champion goes up against the top seed.It will be only their second ever meeting at a Grand Slam tournament and their first since a three-set win for Swiatek in the 2022 US Open semifinals en route to the title.Swiatek holds an 8-4 winning record against Sabalenka, but came into the tournament under a cloud after a disappointing clay-court season and without even a final appearance since lifting the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen 12 months ago.But the Pole is on a remarkable 26-match winning streak in the French Open and could become the first woman to win four straight titles at Roland Garros since Suzanne Lenglen 102 years ago.“I don’t know if she elevates my game,” she said of Sabalenka.“But for sure our rivalry is pushing both of us, I think, but it’s not only about the level of tennis.
UAE’s ‘giant-killing’ of Bangladesh not as unlikely as some might think
“Giant-killing” in sport is often associated with cup competitions in soccer, when a team from a lower division beats one placed in a higher division.
Brazil need to get the best out of Vinicius Jr., says Ancelotti
GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador: Brazil must help striker Vinicius Jr. rediscover the form he has displayed at Real Madrid, new national team coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Wednesday.
Thunders vs. Pacers 2025 NBA Finals highlight NBA’s competitive parity
DUBAI: As the 2025 NBA Finals tip off in Oklahoma City this week, the league is celebrating this year’s matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers as a landmark moment. These are finals defined by competitive parity, the rise of international stars, and a clear message: In today’s NBA, success is no longer dictated by market size.