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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick blasts referee for Lisandro Martinez red card

Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick blasted referee Paul Tierney for sending off Lisandro Martinez in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Leeds.

Premier League Player of the Week: Marc Guehi puts Man City on title charge

The Premier League returned after a three-week hiatus last weekend, with several players standing out in a round of pivotal fixtures at both ends of the table.

Iraq head coach Graham Arnold undecided on future contract beyond World Cup

Iraq coach Graham Arnold said his future beyond the World Cup remains ⁠undecided as his contract ends after the tournament and no formal talks have yet taken place, ‌though retirement is not on his mind.

Alcaraz says battle with Sinner for world number one 'provides extra motivation'

Jack Draper pledges to 'work my way out' of injury problems after Barcelona retirement

Jack Draper vowed to work his way out of his ⁠injury woes after being forced to retire with a right leg problem midway through ‌his first-round match against Tomas Etcheverry at the Barcelona Open ‌on Monday.

Asian Champions League Elite to expand from 24 teams to 32 in 2026/27

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Tuesday recommended ⁠the expansion of its premier club competition, proposing the AFC Champions ‌League Elite move to a 32-team tournament from ‌24 starting from the 2026-27 ‌season.

Africans Abroad: Salah, Adams and Aubameyang shine with goals across Europe

Awe-inspiring performances from African players played a pivotal role in securing crucial results for their respective clubs.

PSG emerge as potential destination for departing Man City midfielder Bernardo Silva

Paris Saint-Germain are emerging as the latest club to consider an approach to sign Bernardo Silva at the end of the season, according to sources.

NHL roundup: Sabres clinch Atlantic Division title for first time in 16 years

The Buffalo Sabres claimed the Atlantic Division title on Monday for the first time since the 2009-2010 season, while the Philadelphia Flyers punched their ticket to the playoffs after a three-goal rally against the Carolina Hurricanes!

Nine batters have multi-home run games during Monday's action in MLB

Major League Baseball saw an unbelievable nine different batters have a multi-home run game during Monday night's action, with superstars Aaron Judge and Mike Trout leading the way in a back-and-forth duel.

Flyers to face Penguins in 'Battle of Pennsylvania' after clinching playoff berth

The Philadelphia Flyers clinched a playoff berth on Monday night after Tyson Foerster scored the game-winning shootout goal against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Orioles complete insane rally in late innings to defeat Diamondbacks

The Baltimore Orioles scored eight straight runs to complete a comeback victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.

Phillies superstar Kyle Schwarber launches a home run on one knee

Philadelphia Phillies superstar slugger Kyle Schwarber launched two home runs in his first two at-bats during Monday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs.

Long-time NHL goalie Jonathan Quick announces retirement after 19 seasons

New York Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick announced that he will be retiring after Monday night's matchup against the Florida Panthers, marking an end to an illustrious 19-year career.

Orioles trade for Encarnacion-Strand after moving Ryan Mountcastle to 60-day IL

The Baltimore Orioles acquired infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand in a trade deal with the Cincinnati Reds on Monday in exchange for cash considerations.

Leeds take major stride towards Premier League survival with historic win at Manchester United

For the first time since 1994/95, Leeds United avoided defeat in both Premier League H2Hs against Manchester United, running out 2-1 victors at Old Trafford to secure a first league win on this ground in 45 years.

Fiorentina close in on Serie A safety with tight win over Lazio

Fiorentina went five games unbeaten in Serie A (W3, D2) and drew themselves eight points clear of the relegation zone, as a first-half Robin Gosens goal gave them a 1-0 win over Lazio at the Stadio Artemio Franchi.

SHL Playoffs: Lulea avoid clean sweep with narrow victory over Skelleftea

Swedish Hockey League (SHL) reigning champions Lulea have managed to avoid suffering a clean sweep in their playoff semi-final series against Skelleftea, as they held on for a 3-2 victory in game four.

Sirius continue great Allsvenskan start by beating Hammarby as AIK held by BP

Sirius are the leaders of the Allsvenskan on goal difference, albeit after just two rounds of the new season, as they surprised one of the title favourites, Hammarby, with a 2-0 home win. Meanwhile, there was late drama in Bromma where the home side drew 2-2 with AIK.

Praful Hinge takes record three wickets in first over as Sunrisers crush Royals

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell for a golden duck in a rare IPL flop as his team, the Rajasthan Royals, went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 57 runs on Monday. Two debutants, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, shone.

GFA appoint Carlos Queiroz as Ghana head coach for 2026 World Cup

The experienced Portuguese coach comes with a mandate to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with a two-year contract on the table should he deliver.

PSG must avoid Liverpool 'trap' in Champions League second leg, warns Luis Enrique

Luis Enrique has warned Paris Saint-Germain to avoid falling into a "trap" against Liverpool as the Champions League holders aim to reach the semi-finals on Tuesday.

QSL title race reopened ahead of final matchday after dramatic disciplinary ruling

Al Sadd’s title win has been put on hold after a disciplinary decision in favour of Al Shamal, with the championship now set to be decided between the two sides.

Liiga Playoffs: Nikkanen's hat-trick sends SaiPa past Assat and onto semi-finals

Last year's runners-up SaiPa have joined Tappara, KooKoo and Ilves in the semi-finals of the Liiga playoffs, as a Henri Nikkanen hat-trick helped them take full advantage of Assat ill-discipline on their way to a 4-2 home win to clinch their quarter-final series in a game-seven decider.