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Arch Manning Leads Texas Past LSU With Last-Second Touchdown

Arch Manning delivered a dramatic final drive to secure a 22-21 victory for No. 8 Texas over No. 24 LSU on Saturday night. With just three seconds remaining, Manning connected with Raleek Brown for a game-winning touchdown at Tiger Stadium, keeping Texas firmly in the College Football Playoff hunt while effectively ending LSU's postseason hopes.

USC Football Eliminated from College Playoff Hopes After Loss to Indiana

The University of Southern California’s football team has been eliminated from contention for the College Football Playoff following a 27-13 loss to Indiana. The defeat marks the third loss of the season for USC, leaving the Trojans with a 7-3 record and raising urgent questions regarding the future of head coach Lincoln Riley.

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'Stubborn' Bavuma in South Africa World Cup injury worry

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma was hoping on Friday that his "stubborn" nature will help dull the pain of a hamstring injury as he plots a path to the World Cup final.

Russian skater Valieva's doping verdict due January 2024

The Court of Arbitration for Sport will deliver its verdict on the doping case involving Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva in January 2024, it said on Friday.

South Africa will ride on 'must-win mindset' in World Cup semi-final

South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen said the team will take their "must-win mindset" into the World Cup semi-final against five-time winners Australia.

Afghanistan 'future's bright' after memorable World Cup

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott on Friday said the "future is bright" for his team after enjoying their most successful World Cup.

Murray splits from coach Lendl for a third time

Andy Murray has split from coach Ivan Lendl for a third time after a gruelling season for the former world number one.

Van der Dussen steers South Africa to victory as Afghanistan exit World Cup

Rassie van der Dussen hit an unbeaten 76 to lead South Africa to a comfortable five-wicket win over Afghanistan in their last World Cup group game on Friday as their opponents were eliminated from the semi-final race.

Arteta warns Ramsdale not to rush decision over Arsenal future

Mikel Arteta has warned Aaron Ramsdale not to rush any decision over his future after the goalkeeper was told he could not be promised a place at Euro 2024 if he remains on the bench at Arsenal.

Areteta warns Ramsdale not to rush decision over Arsenal future

Mikel Arteta has warned Aaron Ramsdale not to rush any decision over his future after the goalkeeper was told he could not be promised a place at Euro 2024 if he remains on the bench at Arsenal.

Pochettino says Chelsea 'never feel like underdogs' ahead of Man City clash

Mauricio Pochettino said it is "impossible" for Chelsea to think of themselves as underdogs as he prepares for the daunting task of taking on Premier League champions Manchester City.

Ten Hag 'not happy' with Rashford's form at Man Utd

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admitted Friday he is "not happy" with Marcus Rashford's form but remains convinced the England forward will get back to his best this season.

2024 Paralympic Games torch to be ignited in England

Less than 10 months before the Paralympic Games in Paris, the route the torch relay will cover was unveiled on Friday, with a departure from the spiritual home of disabled sport at Stoke Mandeville in England.

'Exemplary' Pepe returns to Portugal squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers

Defender Pepe and midfielder Matheus Nunes return to the Portugal squad, named on Friday for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Iceland next week.

Malan says 'poor kid' Brook can play '100 games for England'

England batsman Dawid Malan said Friday young teammate Harry Brook has been placed "under so much pressure" at the World Cup but backed him to play "100 games across all formats".

Tottenham's Maddison expected to be out until new year

Ange Postecoglou has revealed that Tottenham are expected to be without James Maddison and Micky van de Ven until 2024.

Leverkusen's Grimaldo among new faces in Spain squad

Bayer Leverkusen full-back Alejandro Grimaldo has been rewarded for his outstanding start to the season with a call-up to the Spain squad for their final Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Cyprus and Georgia this month.

Slovenia join Italy, Canada in BJK Cup semi-finals

Kaja Juvan helped Slovenia seal its berth in the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals on Friday with a straight sets demolition of Kazakhstan's Anna Danilina.

Afghanistan 244 all out against South Africa to exit World Cup

Afghanistan's outside hopes of making the World Cup semi-finals ended Friday after being bowled out for 244 against South Africa.

Afghanistan 244 all out against South Africa in World Cup

Afghanistan's outside hopes of making the World Cup semi-finals all but ended Friday after being bowled out for 244 against South Africa.

Moyes says Premier League managers wary of speaking out on VAR

West Ham boss David Moyes believes managers do not want to speak out about VAR controversies because they are either ignored, fined or both.

'No pressure' Azam blasts critics as World Cup dream slips away

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam blasted his critics on Friday, telling them "it's easy to give advice on TV" as he refused to surrender his World Cup dreams.

Maxwell doubtful for Bangladesh after double-century heroics

Glenn Maxwell is still feeling the effects of his stunning World Cup double century and could now miss Australia's final group match against Bangladesh in Pune on Saturday.

Donald to quit Bangladesh post after World Cup

Allan Donald will leave his post as Bangladesh's fast-bowling coach following the World Cup, officials and media said Friday, days after his public criticism following the "timed-out" row involving skipper Shakib Al Hasan.

Bangladesh coach calls for timed-out rule change as Shakib row rumbles on

Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha called for a change to cricket's timed-out law, saying it should be a matter for the umpires only, as debate rumbled on about Shakib Al Hasan's role in a controversial dismissal of Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews.

Sleepy Cameron Smith right in the mix at Hong Kong Open

Cameron Smith said he was "still a bit asleep" after an early start to his second round but roused himself for a share of second place at the Hong Kong Open on Friday.

Title-chasing Martin second-fastest in Malaysian MotoGP practice

Title-chasing Jorge Martin was second in Malaysian grand prix practice on Friday at Sepang behind Alex Marquez, with MotoGP championship leader Francesco Bagnaia eighth.

Allan Donald to quit Bangladesh post after Cricket World Cup

Allan Donald will leave his post as Bangladesh's fast-bowling coach following the World Cup, officials and media said Friday, days after his public criticism in the wake of the "timed-out" row.

Pacers hold off Bucks despite 54 points from Antetokounmpo

The Indiana Pacers withstood a 54-point outburst from Milwaukee star Giannis Antetokounmpo on Thursday to hand the Bucks a 126-124 NBA defeat.

Bears hold off Panthers 16-13 in battle of struggling NFL teams

D'Onta Foreman ran for a go-ahead touchdown as the Chicago Bears rallied for a 16-13 victory over the Carolina Panthers in a battle of NFL division stragglers on Thursday.

Sleepy Cameron Smith in clubhouse lead at Hong Kong Open

Cameron Smith said he was "still a bit asleep" after an early start to his second round but roused himself to take a share of the clubhouse lead at the Hong Kong Open on Friday.

Antetokounmpo's 54 points not enough as Bucks fall to Pacers