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Lille Keep Heat On Ligue 1 Leaders, Lyon Escape Against Montpellier

Lille remained on the heels of the Ligue 1 leaders after welcoming in 2025 with a disappointing 1-1 home draw against Nantes on Saturday while only a last minute own-goal saved Lyon's blushes against bottom side Montpellier. Remy Cabella capitalised on one of the few chances of a drab game in Lille to put the hosts in control as half-time approached. But any hopes of overtaking third-placed Monaco went out the window when 21-year-old striker Matthis Abline secured the 70th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot.

Arsenal Stumble In Premier League Title Race As Manchester City Stroll

Arsenal blew a chance to make up significant ground on Premier League leaders Liverpool on Saturday with a frustrating draw at Brighton as Manchester City pummelled West Ham 4-1. In-form Newcastle inflicted another painful defeat on Ange Postecoglou's struggling Tottenham and Chelsea's recent woes continued with a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Mikel Arteta's Arsenal, Premier League runners-up over the past two seasons, travelled to the south coast hunting a fourth straight league win in the evening kick-off. Seventeen-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, in for the injured Bukayo Saka, scored a first-half goal to put them on course for a vital three points.

Watch: Virat Kohli Silences Australian Fans With Sandpaper Gesture Amid Social Media Accusations

Back as captain in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli led his troops in style as India claimed three quick wickets on Day 3 of the 5th Test against Australia in Sydney. With Bumrah out injured and Rohit rested for the match, the onus was on Kohli to marshall the Indian players on the field on Sunday. Kohli, a man who wears his heart on his sleeve, is known for his quirky interactions with fans on the ground. The case was no different in Sydney where Virat shut down a section of fans with epic 'sandpaper' banter.

Lionel Messi Misses Presidential Medal Ceremony With Joe Biden

Lionel Messi was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States, by President Joe Biden on Saturday but did not attend the ceremony at the White House. The Argentine World Cup winner and eight times Ballon d'Or winner, now plays in the United States for Major League Soccer's Inter Miami. Messi is the first Argentine to receive the honor and the first male soccer player. But while other recipients of the award, including U2 singer and activist Bono, former basketball star Earvin "Magic" Johnson and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, attended the ceremony at the White House, Messi was absent.

"Earned This Captaincy, Kisi Ne Plate Pe Saja Ke Nahi Di": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Rant

Regular India captain Rohit Sharma, who stood himself down from the ongoing Sydney Test due to his poor form, said the new boys in the team have to work hard and earn the chance of taking up the leadership role in the future. Rohit stood himself down from playing the Sydney Test after making just 3, 6, 10, 3 and 9 in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah has been captaining India in Sydney, but in worrying signs for the visitors, he left the field during second session of day two's play and was seen going to hospital for scans with members of the support staff.

"Clear Self Doubt": Sanjay Manjrekar Minces No Words, Gives Brutal Verdict On Off-Colour Virat Kohli

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar weighed in on Virat Kohli's ongoing struggles against deliveries outside the off-stump, following Kohli's dismissal on Day 2 of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Kohli's repeated dismissals to similar modes of attack have raised questions about his form, and Manjrekar opined that the batter is now grappling with self-doubt despite trying everything to overcome this glaring weakness.

India vs Australia LIVE, 5th Test, Day 3: Jasprit Bumrah-Less India Get 1st Wicket, Australia Look To Chase...

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 3 Live Updates: India got their first breakthrough after Prasidh Krishna removed Sam Konstas for 22. Currently, Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne are forming a partnership for one-down Australia in the chase of 162.

La Liga: Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior Faces Possible Suspension For 12 Matches For Misconduct

Real Madrid striker Vinicius Junior risks a suspension of four to 12 matches for pushing the opposing team's goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski during the 79th minute of the La Liga match against Valencia, which ended 2-1 at the Mestella. After the incident, the Brazilian player was sent off. According to Spanish La Liga regulations, such aggressive behaviour without an attempt to play the ball is punishable by suspension. According to Spanish language media outlet Mundo Deportivo, Vinicius will likely receive the minimum penalty of four matches. This could exclude him from participating in the Supercopa de Espana semifinal against Mallorca, and if they advance to the final, he may miss the match against Barcelona or Athletic Bilbao.

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Lille Keep Heat On Ligue 1 Leaders, Lyon Escape Against Montpellier

Arsenal Stumble In Premier League Title Race As Manchester City Stroll

Watch: Virat Kohli Silences Australian Fans With Sandpaper Gesture Amid Social Media Accusations

Lionel Messi Misses Presidential Medal Ceremony With Joe Biden

"Earned This Captaincy, Kisi Ne Plate Pe Saja Ke Nahi Di": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Rant

"Clear Self Doubt": Sanjay Manjrekar Minces No Words, Gives Brutal Verdict On Off-Colour Virat Kohli

India vs Australia LIVE, 5th Test, Day 3: Jasprit Bumrah-Less India Get 1st Wicket, Australia Look To Chase...

La Liga: Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior Faces Possible Suspension For 12 Matches For Misconduct