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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。

Malta Stuns Sweden with Late Penalty Comeback in Rugby Europe Trophy

Malta completed a remarkable comeback to defeat Sweden 36-34 in the Rugby Europe Trophy at the Tony Bezzina Stadium. Kevin Dudman kicked the winning penalty after the hosts erased a 15-point second-half deficit, preserving their perfect record ahead of crucial promotion battles.

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Milan's Maignan stands in way of old club PSG in Champions League

Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League clash with AC Milan this week will see the French club come up against one of the many outstanding talents they have let slip away in recent years.

Dortmund adjusting to life after Bellingham as crunch Newcastle match looms

Borussia Dortmund travel to their crucial Champions League clash at Newcastle on Wednesday still adjusting to life after Jude Bellingham.

Kelly shines as Diamondbacks down Phillies to force decider

Merrill Kelly pitched a gem to shut down the free-scoring Philadelphia Phillies as the Arizona Diamondbacks claimed a National League Championship Series-leveling 5-1 victory on Monday to force a winner-take-all game seven.

Broncos' Jackson banned four games after second ejection

Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson was handed a four-game suspension by the NFL on Monday after being ejected for the second time this season.

Son, Maddison star as Spurs go top of Premier League

Tottenham surged to the top of the Premier League as Son Heung-min and James Maddison sealed a 2-0 win against Fulham on Monday.

'Sky's the limit' for Afghanistan's fearless generation

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott believes the "sky's the limit" for his young stars who shone and then shattered mighty Pakistan at the Cricket World Cup on Monday.

Hermoso trains with Spain for first time after Rubiales kiss scandal

Women's World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso returned to training with the Spanish national team on Monday for the first time since disgraced former president of the country's football federation Luis Rubiales resigned.

Crisis-hit Ajax split with coach Maurice Steijn

Ailing Dutch giants Ajax parted company with their coach Maurice Steijn on Monday just four months into his tenure.

'We are hurt,' says shaken Pakistan skipper Azam

Visibly shaken Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted "we are hurt" after his team was stunned in an eight-wicket defeat by Afghanistan at the World Cup on Monday which put their semi-finals hopes in peril.

Bayern ready for 'loud, emotional' Galatasaray welcome, says Tuchel

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel said there was no way to replicate the "extremely loud, extremely emotional" atmosphere facing his side in their Champions League match at Galatasaray on Tuesday.

'So proud': Afghanistan's Zadran hails World Cup shock

Afghanistan opening batsman Ibrahim Zadran said he was "proud for myself and my country" after the stunning eight-wicket win over Pakistan at the Cricket World Cup on Monday.

Afghanistan send Pakistan crashing to shock World Cup defeat

Afghanistan put on a superb batting and bowling display to hand Pakistan a stunning eight-wicket defeat in the Cricket World Cup on Monday.

Arsenal clash an 'opportunity', not obstacle says Sevilla coach

Sevilla coach Diego Alonso said the visit of Arsenal in the Champions League on Tuesday was an opportunity for his team and not an obstacle.

Lawes to retire from England duty after Rugby World Cup

England vice-captain Courtney Lawes has announced he will retire from international duty at the completion of the Rugby World Cup.

Thomas expects two-year INEOS deal to be his last

Geraint Thomas has signed a new two-year contract with INEOS Grenadiers that the 2018 Tour de France winner expects to be his last as a professional cyclist.

Bangladesh's Shakib 'still harbours' World Cup semi-final dream

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan said the Tigers "still harbour the dream" of a World Cup semi-final as they prepare to face in-form South Africa.

India's Kuldeep finds Warne inspiration at World Cup

India spinner Kuldeep Yadav said Monday that the late Shane Warne has been a big influence on his career and he still watches videos of the spin legend for inspiration.

Three talking points from the United States Grand Prix

Max Verstappen secured his 50th career victory at the United States Grand Prix but only after a battling drive to survive at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas.

'Bring the joy back': Oberdorf hits out at Germany coach Voss-Tecklenburg

Star Germany women's team midfielder Lena Oberdorf has criticised absent manager Martina Voss-Tecklenburg, saying on Monday she had "question marks" about the coach.

African players in Europe: Salah muted despite derby double

There were muted celebrations from Mohamed Salah after his two goals gave Liverpool a 2-0 Merseyside derby victory over Everton in the Premier League at the weekend.

Struggling Union hoping to get 'back on track' against Napoli

Union Berlin manager Urs Fischer was confident on Monday his struggling side would get "back on track" against Napoli in Tuesday's Champions League clash.

'Hungry' veteran Thomas to ride with Ineos until 2025

British veteran Geraint Thomas, winner of the Tour de France in 2018, said he wanted to have a "positive impact" on the Ineos team as they announced on Monday that he had extended his contract with them for a further two seasons at the age of 37.

Legend Charlton a constant inspiration for Man Utd, says Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said on Monday that Bobby Charlton set the standards of what players should deliver at Old Trafford as the Red Devils prepare to honour one of their greats.

Azam leads Pakistan to 282-7 as Afghanistan's teenage leg-spinner shines

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam hit a stylish half century to guide his team to a fighting 282-7 in their World Cup match against Afghanistan in Chennai on Monday.

All Blacks 'mentally and physically' ready for final hurrah - McLeod

The All Blacks are both "mentally and physically" ready for Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against old rivals South Africa, according to defence coach Scott McLeod.

Markram says South Africa's cricketers 'inspired' by Springboks

Aiden Markram says South Africa's cricketers are taking "inspiration" from the Springboks' run to the Rugby World Cup final as they continue their own quest for global glory in India.

World Rugby looking into Mbonambi's alleged racial slur

World Rugby said Monday it had launched an official investigation into the allegation that South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi directed a racial slur at Tom Curry of England during the Springboks' victory in the Rugby World Cup semi-final.

Teenage leg spinner Noor Ahmad stuns Pakistan at World Cup

Afghanistan's teenage leg spinner Noor Ahmad struck twice to put the brakes on Pakistan's progress in their Cricket World Cup group game in Chennai on Monday.

India laud 'Ferrari' Shami after match-winning World Cup spell

India's Mohammed Shami was on Monday described as being "like a Ferrari" following his performance in the World Cup victory over New Zealand as a career which has witnessed a series of professional and private highs and lows took another twist.

Djokovic and Swiatek to begin 2024 season in Perth

Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek will both open their 2024 campaigns in Perth, Australia, after Serbia and Poland were drawn in the city for the mixed teams United Cup on Monday.

Garcia grand slam sets up Texas-Houston MLB showdown

Adolis Garcia smashed a grand slam home run and the Texas Rangers beat defending champion Houston 9-2 on Sunday to force a winner-take-all showdown in the Major League Baseball playoffs.

Eagles sink Dolphins, Patriots stun Bills in key NFL games

Jalen Hurts threw for two touchdowns and rushed for one more as the Philadelphia Eagles overpowered the Miami Dolphins 31-17 in their marquee NFL clash on Sunday.

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