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Ghana midfielder Partey joins Al-Shabab
Aug 21 - Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has signed a one-year deal with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab, the club said on Friday, after leaving Villarreal at the end of his contract last season.
Maresca unfazed by City exits ahead of season-opener against Bournemouth
Aug 21 - Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said he was comfortable with his squad despite uncertainty over several players' futures, adding that the club was prepared for further movement before the transfer window closes.
LA28 Olympic ticket sales top 6 million; next public sale set for 2027
LOS ANGELES, Aug 21 - Ticket sales for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, which have been dubbed the \"biggest sporting event in history,\" have topped 6 million, organizers said on Friday, with the next public sale planned for 2027.
‘Spidey’ to the rescue as two-goal hero Gabriel Ng helps SJI win third straight C Div title
He had also scored in their 1-0 extra-time win over Montfort Secondary in the 2025 final.
Danish FA calls for FIFA presidential alternative as Infantino support wanes
Aug 21 - Denmark's football association (DBU) has vowed to find a credible alternative to FIFA President Gianni Infantino in next year's election, declaring on Friday that it had lost confidence in the head of world soccer's governing body.
Antonelli fastest in sole Dutch GP practice
ZANDVOORT, Netherlands, Aug 21 - Formula One championship leader Kimi Antonelli started the second half of the season with the fastest time for Mercedes in sole practice for the Dutch Grand Prix on Friday.
English Premier League kicks off with record 10 Japanese footballers
Suzuki, Maeda, Morita, Takai and Sakamoto are seeking to make their English top-flight debut.
Duplantis swaps pole for microphone with anthem for World Athletics Ultimate
Aug 21 - Already one of athletics' biggest stars, Sweden's Mondo Duplantis is now providing the soundtrack too, with the double Olympic pole vault champion releasing the official anthem for World Athletics' inaugural Ultimate Championship.
World rugby, UK bodies lose bid to throw out concussion lawsuits
The case began in 2022 but has been dogged by delays over disclosure.
Carrick praises Rashford's revival as Manchester United eye late signings
Aug 20 - Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praised Marcus Rashford's attitude and condition after his return to training amid uncertainty over his future at his boyhood club.
Alcaraz confirms US Open return after four-month injury layoff
Aug 20 - Carlos Alcaraz will return to competitive tennis at the U.S. Open, ending a more than four-month absence caused by a wrist injury, in a bid to defend his title in New York.
Bangladesh Premier League will not take place this season, says BCB president
Aug 20 - The Bangladesh Premier League will not take place this season, the country's cricket board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal told reporters on Thursday, citing various issues that plagued the previous seasons including allegations of match fixing and corruption.
All Blacks' belief will be key to their hopes of upsetting South Africa
JOHANNESBURG Aug 20 - New Zealand must believe they can beat hosts South Africa in Saturday’s first test if they are looking for the key to success in the opening encounter of their four-match series, coach Dave Rennie said on Thursday.
Heatwave-damaged Parc des Princes pitch forces PSG fixture switch
PARIS, Aug 20 - French champions Paris St Germain have been forced to move their Ligue 1 opener against Stade Rennais on Sunday after scorching summer heat left their Parc des Princes pitch unsafe, the club said.
FC Jurong knocked out of AFC Women’s Champions League after loss to Hang Yuan
Grand Slams create player advisory council amid push for increased prize money
The council will be launched following the year’s final Grand Slam, which starts later in August in New York.
US Open announces record US$108 million prize purse
The men’s and women’s singles champions at the Aug 23 to Sept 13 major in New York will earn US$5.5 million each.
Tension mounting as Springboks, All Blacks ready for opening test of tour series
JOHANNESBURG, Aug 20 - Marketed as 'Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry', the four-match series between South Africa and New Zealand has been preceded by spiky exchanges over the teams' contrasting playing styles, stoking tensions before Saturday’s first test in Johannesburg.
Chelsea boss Alonso gives little away on Fernandez future amid transfer talk
LONDON, Aug 20 - Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said midfielder Enzo Fernandez was preparing well for their Premier League opener at Fulham on Monday, but stopped short of confirming whether the Argentine had told him he wanted to stay amid transfer speculation.