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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.

小川航基の「意図的な空振り」がSNSで話題、日本代表ブラジル戦の決勝ゴールへ

日本代表FW小川航基（町田）が14日に行われた国際親善試合ブラジル戦で放ったシュートが空振りに終わった瞬間、SNS上で「意図的なもの」という指摘が相次いでいる。このプレーはその後、日本代表の決勝ゴールへとつながる契機となった。

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No contract Willey to retire from England duty after World Cup

England seamer David Willey said Wednesday he will retire from international cricket following the World Cup after missing out on a national central contract.

Saudi ready for summer or winter World Cup in 2034: FA chief

Saudi Arabia is prepared to host the 2034 World Cup in summer or winter, its football chief told AFP, after the oil giant became the sole bidder for the tournament.

Who will Eddie Jones' successor be as Wallabies coach?

Rugby Australia face the daunting task of finding a new Wallabies coach after their disastrous experiment with Eddie Jones ended abruptly this week.

Wembanyama, Spurs stun Phoenix in last-gasp thriller

Victor Wembanyama scored 18 points as the San Antonio Spurs staged a dramatic comeback to snatch a last-gasp 115-114 victory over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday.

Cane 'surprised' by All Blacks fans' support after his red card

All Blacks captain Sam Cane said Wednesday that he has been "pleasantly surprised" by support from New Zealand rugby fans following his red card at the World Cup.

Pegula upsets Sabalenka to reach WTA Finals semis

Jessica Pegula upset Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets at the WTA Finals in Cancun on Tuesday, punishing an error-strewn performance by the world number one to reach the semifinals of the season-ending tournament for the first time.

Former All Black Crotty rejoins Super Rugby champions Crusaders

Former All Blacks centre Ryan Crotty on Wednesday rejoined Super Rugby champions Canterbury Crusaders for the 2024 season, after four years playing in Japan.

Pegula upsets Sabalenka in WTA Finals

Jessica Pegula upset Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets at the WTA Finals in Cancun on Tuesday, punishing an error-strewn performance by the world number one to all but guarantee a semi-final berth.

Spain thrash Swiss as England stumble in Belgium

World champions Spain ruthlessly dispatched Switzerland 7-1 in the Women's Nations League on Tuesday while England's hopes of progression were dented by Belgium.

Alcaraz stunned by qualifier in Paris Masters defeat

Carlos Alcaraz slipped to a shock defeat on his return from injury on Tuesday at the Paris Masters while Alexander Zverev needed three sets to see off Marton Fucsovics.

Breeders' Cup horse dies, Belmont winner Arcangelo out

A horse due to take part in this week's Breeders' Cup in California died suddenly on Tuesday shortly before Belmont Stakes winner Arcangelo scratched from the meeting's $6 million Classic.

Holders Leipzig knocked out of German Cup on night of shocks

Wolfsburg produced the first shock of this season's German Cup, knocking out holders RB Leipzig with an inspired 1-0 win as fourth-tier Homburg upset Greuther Fuerth.

Zverev through in Paris Masters, Monfils knocked out

Alexander Zverev beat qualifier Marton Fucsovics in three sets on Tuesday at the Paris Masters as ninth seed Taylor Fritz pulled out through injury after earlier reaching the second round.

Zverev through in three, Fritz pulls out of Paris Masters

Alexander Zverev beat qualifier Marton Fucsovics in three sets on Tuesday at the Paris Masters as ninth seed Taylor Fritz pulled out through injury after earlier reaching the second round.

Bangladesh batsmen to blame for World Cup flop, says Mehidy

Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz on Tuesday blamed his team's batsmen for their World Cup flop, claiming "they should have taken more responsibility".

World Cup not over for Pakistan, says skipper Azam

Pakistan captain Babar Azam said Tuesday that he still clings onto hope that his team can squeeze into the World Cup semi-finals despite the odds stacked against them.

Pakistan down Bangladesh to stay alive at World Cup

Shaheen Shah Afridi grabbed three wickets while openers Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique cracked half-centuries as Pakistan stormed to a seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh on Tuesday to stay afloat in the race for a World Cup semi-final place.

Liverpool aim to 'achieve the impossible', says Lijnders

Liverpool assistant manager Pep Lijnders says the Anfield club want to "achieve the impossible" as his players target winning four trophies this season.

Van der Dussen says South Africa have no World Cup 'choking' hangover

Rassie van der Dussen has insisted South Africa are carrying no Cricket World Cup baggage even if their long-suffering fans may sometimes feel they are "watching a movie they've seen before".

Pochettino urges Chelsea fans to 'believe' despite rocky season

Mauricio Pochettino has urged Chelsea fans to "believe and trust in us" despite their troubled start to the season as he prepares for Wednesday's League Cup fourth-round tie against Blackburn.

Vinicius extends Real Madrid deal until 2027

Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior has signed a new contract with Real Madrid that runs until 2027, the Spanish club announced on Tuesday.

Rights groups seek guarantees as Saudi closes in on 2034 World Cup

Rights groups called for "binding commitments" from World Cup host nations after Australia opted against bidding for the 2034 World Cup on Tuesday, paving the way for Saudi Arabia to host the event.

Adam Zampa: Australia's tattooed leg-spinner making his mark at World Cup

With a John Travolta tattoo, trademark playing glasses and bonding with Virat Kohli over being meat-free, Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa has become one of the standout stars of the Cricket World Cup.

England wing Jonny May retires from Test rugby

England wing Jonny May announced his retirement from Test rugby on Tuesday, just days after winning a bronze medal at the World Cup.

Shaheen stars as Pakistan limit Bangladesh to 204 in World Cup

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi took three wickets to help limit Bangladesh to 204 all out in a World Cup clash they need to win to keep their semi-final hopes alive.

Arteta expects 'beautiful' return to West Ham for Arsenal's Rice

Mikel Arteta expects Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice to have a "beautiful" return to former club West Ham in Wednesday's League Cup clash.

Newcastle boss Howe plays down Man Utd revenge mission

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe said revenge is not on his mind ahead of Wednesday's League Cup trip to Manchester United for a repeat of last season's final.

All Blacks' grit inspires New Zealand against South Africa at World Cup

New Zealand captain Tom Latham hopes to summon the fighting spirit of the All Blacks when his side face fellow Cricket World Cup semi-final contenders South Africa in Pune.

Thousands brave cold, rain to welcome world champion Springboks

Thousands of South Africans braved cold, wet weather to greet the Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks when they arrived in Johannesburg on Tuesday.

Clippers get Harden from 76ers in blockbuster trade: reports

Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden will join the Los Angeles Clippers from the Philadelphia 76ers as part of a blockbuster trade involving seven players and multiple draft picks, US media reported on Tuesday.

Pakistan spearhead Shaheen reaches 100 ODI wickets

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi took his 100th wicket in one-day internationals during the World Cup match against Bangladesh in Kolkata on Tuesday.

Australia vow to rebuild after 'bitterly disappointing' Jones reign

Australian rugby vowed to rebuild on Tuesday after the "bitterly disappointing" reign of Eddie Jones, who has quit as Wallabies coach following their calamitous World Cup campaign.

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