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Djokovic relishing being back in his 'happy place' Australia 30 Dec 2023 - 02:46 pm

Perth, Australia: Novak Djokovic called Australia his "happy place" on Saturday as he prepared to kick off his season at the United Cup...

Benzema deactivates Instagram as Saudi move turns sour 30 Dec 2023 - 02:31 pm

Riyadh: When Karim Benzema joined Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad this year on a lucrative deal, a comfortable pre-retirement stint seemed assured for the Ballon...

Lloris to leave Spurs for Los Angeles FC: source 30 Dec 2023 - 01:41 pm

London, United Kingdom: France's World Cup-winning goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris will move to MLS club Los Angeles FC after terminating his contract...

Al Qadi and Al Marri seal victories 30 Dec 2023 - 08:48 am

Doha, Qatar: Popular rider Hamad Nasser Al Qadi stormed to victory in the Medium Tour, while Mohammed Dhafi Al Marri secured the Small...

New mum Osaka's love for tennis rekindled as she makes comeback 30 Dec 2023 - 07:54 am

Brisbane, Australia: Japan's Naomi Osaka admitted Saturday she almost gave up tennis but had rekindled her love of the sport after becoming a...

Real Madrid extends Ancelotti's contract until 2026 after Brazil's interest in hiring him as coach 29 Dec 2023 - 05:47 pm

Madrid: Real Madrid has extended CarloAncelotti's contract until 2026, seemingly ending Brazil's hopes of hiring him as the new national team coach. Ancelottihad...

Ten Hag says Man Utd's new investors 'want to work with me' 29 Dec 2023 - 05:41 pm

London: Erik ten Hag insists Jim Ratcliffe wants to work with him even though he is yet to speak to the British billionaire...

Rome cancels tax breaks for foreign football players 29 Dec 2023 - 04:43 pm

Rome: Italy's football players association expressed satisfaction on Friday at a government decision not to extend a tax relief measure benefiting foreign players...

Klopp expects Liverpool to maintain title bid without Salah 29 Dec 2023 - 04:09 pm

London: Jurgen Klopp is adamant Liverpool will be able to maintain their Premier League title charge despite the imminent loss of Mohamed Salah...

Coach Carlo Ancelotti extends Real Madrid contract until 2026: club 29 Dec 2023 - 03:46 pm

Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti extended his contract with Real Madrid to June 2026 on Friday which would rule him out of becoming Brazil national...

Howe has no spending guarantee despite Newcastle slump 29 Dec 2023 - 03:34 pm

London: Eddie Howe has been given no guarantees that Newcastle's Saudi owners will allow him to solve the team's problems by splashing out...

Man City's Grealish burgled during match 29 Dec 2023 - 01:47 pm

London: Manchester City winger Jack Grealish was burgled while the England star was playing in his club's Premier League match at Everton on...

Nadal 'feeling good' but plays down Australia expectations 29 Dec 2023 - 11:45 am

Brisbane, Australia: Rafael Nadal said Friday he was "feeling good" but played down any chance of winning tournaments in the near future as...

Miracle Nation lands Distaff Cup title with Bughanaim 29 Dec 2023 - 09:47 am

Doha, Qatar: Yousuf Mubarak Y A Al-Kuwari-owned Miracle Nation yesterday won the inaugural edition of the Distaff Cup storming to win in the...

Al Arabi knock champions Al Duhail out of Ooredoo Cup; Qatar SC reach semi-finals 29 Dec 2023 - 09:35 am

Doha, Qatar: Helal Mohammed scored twice as Al Arabi ended Al Duhail’s title defence at the Ooredoo Cup, claiming a 3-1 victory in...

Promotional campaign lined up to support Al Annabi 29 Dec 2023 - 09:34 am

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Football Association (QFA) Director of Marketing and Communications Khalid Mubarak Al Kuwari yesterday announced the launch date for promotional campaign...

Lopez content with preparations as Qatar gear up for title defence 29 Dec 2023 - 09:28 am

Doha, Qatar: Qatar head coach Marquez Lopez has expressed his delight on players’ resolve during the training camp as they prepare for their...

South Africa coach hails 'phenomenal' team after thrashing India 28 Dec 2023 - 11:40 pm

Centurion, South Africa: South Africa coach Shukri Conrad revealed his frustration on Thursday over his players being under-rated following an innings-and-32-run win over...