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China and South Korea power into Women's Asian Cup semis
AFP · 2 months ago
Defending champions China scored twice in extra-time to book a blockbuster semi-final against hosts Australia at the Women's Asian Cup Saturday with a dominant South Korea joining them in the last four.
China edge Taiwan in extra-time to make Women's Asian Cup semis
AFP · 2 months ago
Defending champions China scored twice in extra-time to book a blockbuster semi-final with hosts Australia at the Women's Asian Cup after a tense 2-0 win over Taiwan on Saturday.
Sam Kerr aiming to be at fifth World Cup in 2027 as Australia qualify
AFP · 2 months ago
Star striker Sam Kerr said she was aiming to play at a fifth World Cup in 2027 after Australia became the first team to qualify for the global showpiece in Brazil.
Substitute Gouiri gives dour Marseille win before sullen fans
AFP · 2 months ago
Amine Gouiri came off the bench to smash home the only goal on Friday as Marseille consolidated their grip on third in Ligue 1 with a 1-0 home victory over relegation-haunted Auxerre.
City of Rome gives green light to new Roma stadium
AFP · 2 months ago
Rome's city council on Friday voted overwhelmingly in favour of Serie A club Roma's plan to build a new stadium in the northeast of the Italian capital with a view to hosting Euro 2032 games.
Arsenal's Arteta backs 'incredible' Saka despite patchy form
AFP · 2 months ago
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal "fully trust and love" Bukayo Saka despite an underwhelming season for the England winger.
'Cry or fight': Tudor issues rallying cry to sorry Spurs
AFP · 2 months ago
Interim Tottenham manager Igor Tudor said his beleaguered team must stand up and "fight" if they are to avoid the embarrassment of relegation from the Premier League.
Carrick shrugs off Scholes dig as Man Utd gear up for Villa test
AFP · 2 months ago
Michael Carrick on Friday brushed off criticism from former Manchester United teammate Paul Scholes as he prepares his side for a crunch Premier League game against Aston Villa.
Guardiola warns title bid 'over' if Man City lose to West Ham
AFP · 2 months ago
Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City's Premier League title challenge "will be over" if they fail to beat resurgent West Ham on Saturday.
'World's best' James signs new six-year Chelsea deal
AFP · 2 months ago
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior hailed Reece James as the "best player in world football in his position" after the captain signed a new six-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Arbeloa 'confident' Mbappe fit for Man City trip in Champions League
AFP · 2 months ago
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Friday he was "confident" that Kylian Mbappe will be available to face Manchester City in the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie.
Iran says no one can exclude it from World Cup after Trump warning
AFP · 2 months ago
Iran says no one can exclude it from the World Cup later this year, in response to President Donald Trump's warning that their "life and safety" would be at risk in the US.
Slot seeks silverware to save Liverpool's season
AFP · 2 months ago
Arne Slot said the "bar at Liverpool is always high" as he targets glory in the FA Cup and Champions League to save the club's season following a disastrous Premier League title defence.
Wales boss Bellamy 'feels a responsibility' with World Cup on line
AFP · 2 months ago
Manager Craig Bellamy told AFP on Friday that he "feels a responsibility" to take Wales to this summer's World Cup, ahead of a crunch home play-off against Bosnia and Herzegovina this month.
History-makers Uzbekistan dream big at Women's Asian Cup
AFP · 2 months ago
History-making Uzbekistan are targeting a major upset against South Korea in the Women's Asian Cup quarter-finals, with coach Kotryna Kulbyte on Friday urging her players to keep dreaming big.
China coach tells players to stay 'calm' in Taiwan clash
AFP · 2 months ago
China coach Ante Milicic urged his players on Friday to remain "calm and confident" in a charged Women's Asian Cup quarter-final against Taiwan.
Election draws spotlight as Barca host Sevilla
AFP · 2 months ago
Barcelona welcome Sevilla on Sunday aiming to maintain their La Liga lead on Real Madrid, but the stakes are even higher off the field with the club's next president to be named that night.
Lens eye top spot in Ligue 1 as they take title fight to PSG
AFP · 2 months ago
Lens are enjoying a remarkable season in France and can seize top spot in Ligue 1 this weekend as they look to take the title fight to a Paris Saint-Germain side whose main focus is the Champions League.
Leverkusen wrestle with inconsistency as brilliant Bayern await
AFP · 2 months ago
Unpredictable Bayer Leverkusen host Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich on Saturday, still battling the inconsistency which threatens to derail their top-four hopes.
Trump says Iran shouldn't come to World Cup for 'own life and safety'
AFP · 2 months ago
US President Donald Trump warned Iran's football team Thursday their "life and safety" would be at risk if they took part in the upcoming World Cup in North America.
