Berlin, Aug 25 (IANS) Edin Dzeko scored twice and played a decisive role in two further goals as Schalke 04 survived a major scare to beat fourth-tier Hallescher FC 5-2 after extra time in the first round of the German Cup.
Madrid, Aug 24 (IANS) Rayo Vallecano's problems continue to mount after Senegal international midfielder Pathe Ciss reportedly refused to train with the first team on Monday as he seeks a move away from the club.
Madrid, Aug 24 (IANS) FC Barcelona midfielder Gavi is doubtful for Thursday's La Liga game at home to Athletic Club of Bilbao because of a knee injury, although tests have shown the problem is not serious.
Mumbai, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India hockey captain and goalkeeper PR Sreejesh tore into the men's team and the administrators for the team's below-par performance in the FIH World Cup in Amstelveen and said Hockey India will now prop up the Asian Games to sweep the problems under the carpet.
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) A late bloomer, Aakash Bhardwaj, who picked up a pistol at the age of 21, will attempt to capitalise on the hardships and sacrifices made by his family when he represents India in the Men's 10m Air Pistol event at the upcoming 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Aberdeen (Scotland), Aug 24 (IANS) Shubhankar Sharma signed off with an even-par 72 to finish tied 46th at the 2026 Nexo Championship at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen, Scotland.
Ahmedabad, Aug 24 (IANS) The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) congratulated Australia for successfully defending their FIBA U18 Asia Cup title after defeating China 89-79 in a thrilling final of the 2026 competition at the Veer Savarkar Indoor Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Nairobi (Kenya), Aug 24 (IANS) The Super 90 League, the fast-paced 90-ball cricket competition featuring international cricket stars and franchise-based action, will make its debut in Kenya in November 2026, with Nairobi set to host Season 4 of the league.
Lucknow, Aug 24 (IANS) The Lucknow Falcons secured their second consecutive victory of the UP T20 League Season 4, defeating defending champions Kashi Rudras by 14 runs via the DLS method in Match 17 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Monday.
Amstelveen, Aug 24 (IANS) India’s hopes of reaching the semifinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 ended with a 3-5 defeat against Argentina in their concluding Pool E match at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen on Monday.
