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Sane sees red as Germany's woes continue against Austria

Leroy Sane was shown red for lashing out at an opponent as Germany went down 2-0 to Austria in Vienna on Tuesday, continuing their woeful run just over six months from hosting Euro 2024.

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France held by Greece in final Euro 2024 qualifier

Captain Kylian Mbappe was given a rest from the starting line-up as France came from behind to draw 2-2 in Greece in their final Euro 2024 qualifier on Tuesday.

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Inter Miami says no deal in place to play in Saudi Arabia

Inter Miami says it has not agreed to compete in Saudi Arabia next February, refuting the claims by a promoter announced earlier Tuesday that the MLS team would face two Saudi clubs.

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Wales condemned to play-offs as Croatia nab Euro 2024 place

Wales missed out on automatic qualification for Euro 2024 after Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Turkey, combined with Croatia's 1-0 win against Armenia, condemned them to the play-offs.

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Ziyech strikes as Morocco win while Ghana, South Africa crash

Hakim Ziyech scored from a 40-metre drive as shock 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco beat 10-man Tanzania 2-0 on Tuesday when they began their campaign to qualify for the next finals.

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NFL contenders hope to be thankful after US holiday games

Traditional US Thanksgiving NFL game hosts Detroit and Dallas will be joined by Seattle as the league's holiday kickoff Thursday features title contenders seeking crucial victories on short rest.

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Finland stun champions Canada to reach Davis Cup semis

Finland eliminated reigning champions Canada with a 2-1 Davis Cup last eight triumph, buoyed by fervent support as the finals began in Malaga on Tuesday.

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France present Alps' bid to host 2030 Winter Olympics

With Paris about to stage the 2024 Summer Olympics, France presented the French candidacy to host the 2030 Winter Games before the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Paris on Tuesday.

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Souttar scores as Australia edge Palestine in World Cup qualifier

Harry Souttar scored the only goal as Australia held off a plucky Palestine in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match played at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City on Tuesday.

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Retired great Brady sees 'a lot of mediocrity' in NFL

Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady, who departed the NFL less than a year ago, says standards are slipping in America's most popular professional sports league.

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MLB Padres name Shildt as new manager

Mike Shildt agreed to terms on a two-year deal to become the new manager of the San Diego Padres, the Major League Baseball club announced on Tuesday.

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England's Curry suffers Six Nations injury blow

England star Tom Curry has been ruled out of the Six Nations tournament after the flanker's club Sale revealed he needs surgery on a hip injury.

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World champ Lyles, Britain's Wightman to run at Boston indoor meet

Reigning world 100- and 200-meter champion Noah Lyles will compete in next year's Boston Indoor Grand Prix meet, organizers announced on Tuesday.

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Cincinnati's Noonan named MLS Coach of the Year

FC Cincinnati's Pat Noonan was named Major League Soccer's Coach of the Year on Tuesday after guiding his squad to the league's best regular-season record.

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Messi's Inter Miami to face Ronaldo's Al Nassr in Saudi event

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will face Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr next February in the Riyadh Season Cup for what could be the final showdown of the global football icons.

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Palestinians fly flag in emotional World Cup qualifier

Palestinian flags and the black-and-white keffiyeh scarf flew high in Kuwait's Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium as football fans vented their emotions in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.

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S.Africa's Pistorius release might take time even if parole granted: lawyers

Former South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius, who was convicted of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp a decade ago, is unlikely to be released immediately if he is granted parole on Friday, the victim's family lawyer said.

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Transgender women banned from playing international women's cricket

Transgender women who have been through male puberty have been barred from international women's cricket under new regulations announced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday.

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Son scores twice as South Korea outclass China in World Cup qualifier

Skipper Son Heung-min scored a brace and set up the other as South Korea made it two victories from two in 2026 World Cup qualifying with a 3-0 win in China on Tuesday.

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Son scores twice as S. Korea outclass China in World Cup qualifier

Skipper Son Heung-min scored a brace as South Korea made it two wins from two games in 2026 World Cup qualifying with a 3-0 victory away in China on Tuesday.

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UK car show Top Gear paused for 'foreseeable future': BBC

Motoring show Top Gear, one of the BBC's most successful global exports, will be shelved for the "foreseeable future" following last year's crash that seriously injured host Andrew Flintoff, the broadcaster said Tuesday.

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Deliveroo riders not entitled to union rights: UK's top court

Food delivery riders for the firm Deliveroo are not entitled to trade union rights such as collective bargaining, the UK Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday.

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Beth Mead returns to England squad after ACL injury

Arsenal forward Beth Mead has been recalled to the England squad for decisive Women's Nations League matches after a year out with a serious knee injury.

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Mo'unga ready to forget All Blacks after Japan switch

New Zealand playmaker Richie Mo'unga said Tuesday that he can imagine playing in Japan "until I retire" and is not thinking about a future return to the All Blacks.

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Australia's Warner out of India T20 series after World Cup exploits

Veteran opener David Warner withdrew on Tuesday from Australia's squad for the Twenty20 series in India following his exploits in their victorious ODI World Cup campaign.

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Soldiers and royals: How Thailand became world champions at petanque

On a shaded practice court in the sticky heat of rainy season in Bangkok, Ratchata Khamdee half-crouches, pauses and launches a petanque boule at the jack.

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Hurts at the double as Eagles avenge Chiefs Super Bowl loss

Jalen Hurts led a second-half comeback as the Philadelphia Eagles turned the tables on the Kansas City Chiefs to claim a hardfought 21-17 victory in their Super Bowl rematch on Monday.

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US advance to Nations League semis despite Trinidad defeat

The United States booked their place in the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Nations League on Monday despite slumping to a 2-1 defeat away to Trinidad and Tobago.

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Miami to host 2024 Copa America final as Atlanta gets opener

Next year's 48th edition of the Copa America, featuring 10 South American nations and six North American teams, will start in Atlanta and end in Miami, organizers said Monday.

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NFL bans Denver defender Jackson four games for risky hits

Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson was suspended four games by the NFL on Monday for repeated violations of league rules meant to protect players, including a fumble-forcing hit in a Sunday victory.

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Southgate expects Euro charge despite drab draw with North Macedonia

Gareth Southgate insists England's lacklustre finish to the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign will mean nothing when they start their bid to win the tournament in Germany.

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Two uncapped players in West Indies squad to face England

Uncapped all-rounders Sherfane Rutherford and Matthew Forde were both named on Monday in the West Indies' 15-man squad to face England in a three-match one-day international series in December.

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