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France edge Ireland, the Netherlands win ten-men Gibraltar in Euro Qualifiers
Pavard's strike from distance in the 50th minute ensured Les Bleus two straight wins in their qualifying campaign. The 2022 FIFA World Cup runners-up were restricted to few chances in the opening half, but Pavard cut out a Josh Cullen pass just outside the Ireland area before arrowing a strike, reports Xinhua.
We needed to play for Pakistan's pride and we did it, says Shadab after avoiding series sweep against Afghanistan
Pakistan registered a 66-run win over Afghanistan on Monday, preventing a complete T20I series sweep. Shadab, who contributed 28 runs and claimed three wickets, emphasised that Pakistan aimed to end the series with a triumphant note, despite their earlier defeat. We wanted to finish on a high note and we have done that.
Bosnia beat Israel in ice hockey Women's World Championship Division 3
It was the second game in the three-team group after Serbia beat Israel 5-1 on Sunday, reports Xinhua. At the end of the double round-robin tournament, which is played in the Israeli village of Tenuvut, one team will qualify for Group A. Saves by both goalkeepers, Israel's Yael Fatiev and Hana Sadovic of Bosnia, kept the first period scoreless.
Argentina's World Cup triumph yet to sink in: Messi
The Argentina captain made the comments during a ceremony in the Paraguayan capital Asuncion, during which the Albiceleste players and coaching staff received medals and trophies to commemorate the country's third World Cup trophy, reports Xinhua. Even with all the recognition we are receiving for being world champions.
LaLiga Santander: Ten things learned this week
For the 16th season in a row, Jose Luis Mendilibar will coach in LaLiga Santander. The 62-year-old has been appointed as the new boss at Sevilla FC, replacing Jorge Sampaoli as the Andalusian club move on to their third manager of the campaign. Mendilibar brings a wealth of experience to the Estadio Ram Sanchez-Pizjuan, having.
WC Qualifier Playoff: UAE, Canada record wins on enthralling Day 2
UAE survived a big scare before overcoming a spirited Papua New Guinea (PNG) by 21 runs while Canada defeated Jersey by 31 runs on an enthralling second day of the competition. An inspired Chad Soper (4-43) gave his side the dream start, extracting the maximum value with the new ball and picking four wickets in his opening spell.
Football: Ter Stegen on his way to happiness wearing the number one jersey
Wearing the number one jersey on his back seemed more than just an outer sign of being Germany's leading goalie. Due to the serious leg injury of Manuel Neuer, it is more than a bold guess that Ter Stegen might keep the current status as the 2014 world champions' first keeper, reports news agency Xinhua.
Football: AIFF decides to organise women's league from April 25
The Committee held a meeting chaired by Lalnghinglova Hmar over video conferencing on Monday and in its first order of the day, decided to start the Hero IWL from April 25. The Committee took this decision to ensure there was enough gap between the Hero IWL and the Hero 27th Senior Women's National Football Championships 2022-23, the AIFF informed in a news published on its website.
Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada return to South Africa ODI squad for Netherlands series
"We have named our strongest possible squad for these games given the importance of these matches in the context of qualifying for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. We have a job to do and I am confident that with this group of players, we can get the job done," said Rob Walter, white-ball head coach, in an official statement.
IPL 2023: Great opportunity for me to showcase my leadership skills, says Nitish Rana on captaining KKR
Rana has been at KKR since 2018 and has previously led his domestic cricket team Delhi in 12 T20 matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, resulting in eight wins and four losses. He becomes the skipper in the absence of Shreyas Iyer, who is suffering from a back injury.
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