Sabalenka homes in on French Open semis
Paris, France: World number one Aryna Sabalenka can take her quest for a maiden French Open title into the last four on Wednesday, while Felix Auger-Aliassime will be hoping it’s…
Saibari nets double as Morocco hit four in World Cup warm-up
Ismael Saibari scored twice as Morocco eased to a 4-0 victory over Madagascar in a friendly on Tuesday, delivering a confident performance ahead of the World Cup.The PSV Eindho…
OECD cuts 2026 global growth forecasts over Mideast war fallout
The war in the Middle East has dented economic growth prospects worldwide, with a more severe shock likely if no effective ceasefire is agreed before 2027, the OECD warned Wednesda…
Lionel Messi trains on own at Argentina’s first World Cup camp session
MLS superstar Lionel Messi trained on his own as defending World Cup champion Argentina held its first practice session in the United States.The Inter Miami captain has been de…
Lukaku shines as Belgium beat Croatia in WC warm-up
Brussels, Belgium: Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku scored on his first international appearance in more than a year as Belgium beat Croatia 2-0 on Tuesday in Rijeka in a World Cup fri…
Protesting teachers in Mexico topple player statues days before WC
Mexico City: Protesting teachers toppled towering statues of football players on Mexico City’s main promenade Tuesday and threatened growing protests before the World Cup if the g…
US proposes tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on goods from 60 economies over forced labor failures
The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed imposing additional duties of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 economies after determining their failures to curb trade in goods made…
Haiti rout New Zealand 4-0 in World Cup warmup
Haiti crushed a shambolic New Zealand 4-0 in a steamy World Cup warmup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Tuesday, delighting a buzzing crowd of Haitian fans and spoiling a milesto…
U.S. targets India with forced labour tariff amid talks on trade pact
The United States has proposed an additional tariff of 12.5% on imports from India, saying it is among 60 economies that failed to curb imports made with forced labour, a step that…
Casemiro: not being favourites at WC will keep Brazil on their toes
Brazil midfielder Casemiro believes being a “step behind” other World Cup favourites could actually work in the team’s favour when the tournament kicks off next week.Brazil, wh…