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Panthers expected to begin 2027 NRL season away from new stadium

The new Penrith Stadium is expected to be ready in time for the opening round of the 2027 NRL season, but it’s still likely the Panthers is expected to be on the road for their early matches. There is no delay to the build of the new $309 million venue but there’s a lack of appetite for risk around weather delays through the summer.

ノア内藤哲也、GHC王座2度目の防衛「負けたらリストラ」の危機感で清宮らに警鐘

プロレスリング・ノアのGHCヘビー級王者、内藤哲也（44）が12月9日に行われた後楽園ホール大会で、拳王（41）の挑戦を退け2度目の王座防衛に成功した。今後は12月31日の横浜大会で、清宮海斗と稲村愛輝による挑戦者決定戦の勝者と対戦する予定だ。内藤は契約の不安定さを明かし、所属選手に対して強い危機感を示している。

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New Zealand star Ponga breaks arm in Rugby League World Cup opener

Star New Zealand fullback Kalyn Ponga faces missing the rest of the Rugby League World Cup after scans Friday showed he broke his arm in the thrilling tournament opener against Australia.

Brilliant Brewers sweep Dodgers to reach World Series

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 to reach baseball's World Series for the first time in 44 years on Thursday after completing a 4-0 series sweep of the star-studded defending champions.

Brewers complete Dodgers sweep to reach World Series

The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 on Thursday to reach baseball's World Series for the first time in 44 years after completing a 4-0 series sweep of the star-studded defending champions.

High-flying Freiburg try to shut out the noise as fairytale run continues

Five months on from their Europa League final appearance, Freiburg sit atop the Bundesliga table as the most successful period in the Black Forest club's history rumbles on.

Yamal on song as entertainers Barcelona face Betis challenge

There is much debate over who should win the Ballon d'Or this year, but if Lamine Yamal's recent form continues over the season, handing out next year's award would be simple.

Flamengo secure 0-0 draw in La Plata in Copa Libertadores semi

Reigning champions Flamengo will take a 0-0 scoreline back to the Maracana next week after stifling Estudiantes de La Plata in the first leg of their Copa Libertadores semi-final on Thursday.

Saudi organisers say 2027 Asian Cup 'on schedule' after attacks

The Asian Cup in January is "on schedule", Saudi Arabian organisers said, after growing fears for the tournament following Houthi attacks on the country.

Man Utd teetering towards crisis as Man City cloud hangs over Premier League

Manchester United travel to historic rivals Leeds on Sunday with pressure mounting on manager Michael Carrick, while Manchester City aim to extend their perfect Premier League start despite the uncertainty over their future.

Wallabies coach has 'faith' as All Blacks juggernaut awaits

Australia coach Les Kiss is adamant he retains "a lot of faith" in his playing group as they look to bounce back from a crushing Bledisloe Cup defeat and snap a 12-game losing streak against the All Blacks on Saturday.

Guardians edge Rays to seize MLB playoff series lead

Petey Halpin smashed a two-run home run to power Cleveland over Tampa Bay 3-2 on Thursday as the Guardians seized the lead in their Major League Baseball playoff series.

Lyon down Palace in Europa League, Sunderland leave it late

Ligue 1 club Lyon held off Crystal Palace 3-2 in the Europa League on Thursday, while Sunderland made a late comeback to break the hearts of Portuguese second-division side Torreense.

Martinez apologises for outburst at Man Utd hierarchy

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologised on Thursday for publicly criticising the club's board for a lack of investment in the transfer market following their defeat by Atletico Madrid.

Ravens face familiar foe in Browns coach Monken

Baltimore star quarterback Lamar Jackson remains questionable with a left ankle injury but the Ravens will see a familiar face when they visit the Cleveland Browns in the NFL on Sunday.

Chelsea's Caicedo eager to be more of a leader

Moises Caicedo wants to repay the faith shown in him by Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso by becoming more of a leader on the pitch.

Rahm reaches separation deal with LIV in bankruptcy court

Jon Rahm has reached a separation agreement with LIV Golf, according to court documents, waiving all financial claims against the series in exchange for his name and image rights.

ATP proposes rankings system changes, extra player bonuses

The ATP unveiled plans to change its ranking system, centre the tour more on its Masters 1000 events and increase bonus payments for players from 2028 on Thursday.

Newcastle boss Jaissle says Fernandez-Pardo just needs a goal

Matthias Jaissle is convinced £51 million ($67.5 million) summer signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo just needs a goal to launch his Newcastle career.

Infantino offers apology but 'no answers' at FIFA meeting over World Cup plan

FIFA president Gianni Infantino gave "no satisfactory answers" when grilled Thursday during a meeting to discuss his attempts to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, senior members of football's global governing body said, but he did offer an apology for the failed project.

Italian football suffers new blow with Champions League misery

Still reeling from the national team's failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup, Italian football hit a new low this week when for the first time all four Serie A teams competing in the Champions League suffered defeats.

Barcola must get used to Liverpool highs and lows, says Iraola

Bradley Barcola will have to cope with the scrutiny that comes with a huge price tag, said Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola after the Frenchman opened his account for the Reds with a Champions League hat-trick against LASK.

McIlroy makes 'solid' start in rain-hit Delhi as Norgaard leads

Rory McIlroy and defending champion Tommy Fleetwood finished four shots off the clubhouse lead on a rain-hit opening day at the DP World India Championship on Thursday.

Swiatek avoids seed exodus to breeze into Wuhan last eight

Iga Swiatek hit a new milestone on Thursday as she stormed into a second consecutive Wuhan Open quarter-final with a 6-1, 6-4 win over American lucky loser Ashlyn Krueger.

Inter skipper Martinez facing month out with thigh injury

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez has picked up a left thigh injury, the Serie A champions confirmed on Thursday, with Italian media reporting he will be sidelined for a month.

Zverev cruises past De Minaur to reach Shanghai semi-finals

Top seed Alexander Zverev took "a huge step up" to dismantle Alex de Minaur 6-4, 6-4 on Thursday and roll into the Shanghai Masters semi-finals.

Holders Australia edge New Zealand 24-22 to open Rugby league World Cup

Jack Bostock bagged a hat-trick on debut as Australia edged New Zealand 24-22 to kick off their Rugby League World Cup defence with a thrilling victory on Thursday.

Southgate does not forsee a return to management

Former England manager Gareth Southgate has said he does not forsee a return to coaching after his "desire to be involved in football" has changed.

Martinez blames 'anger' for dig at Man Utd hierarchy

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez said "anger and frustration" at defeat to Atletico Madrid led to his swipe at the club's board for a lack of investment in the transfer market.

Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia could be postponed but 'no hurry' to decide: AFC

The Asian Cup scheduled for January in Saudi Arabia could be moved back a year to 2028 "if we need to", the continent's top football official said, following a series of Houthi attacks on the country.

Conrad wields axe after South Africa loss to Australia

South African head coach Shukri Conrad axed batsman Tristan Stubbs and wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne on Thursday when he announced his squad for the second Test against Australia starting Sunday.

'High hopes' as Indonesian women get a football league, again

Seven years after Covid-19 put the brakes on Indonesia's new women's football league, Zahra Naqiyyah will finally return to the field with "high hopes" for the women's game in the country.

'Expectations high' for Bordeaux-Begles' Champions Cup hat-trick bid, says Depoortere

Centre Nicolas Depoortere admits "expectations will be high" for Bordeaux-Begles in their bid for a record-equalling third straight Champions Cup crown, ahead of their visit to in-form Gloucester in Friday's tournament opener.

Rennie urges All Blacks to stay focused against 'hurting' Wallabies

New Zealand coach Dave Rennie urged his side Thursday not to take their foot off the gas with the Bledisloe Cup already secure, warning Australia can be dangerous when "hurting".

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