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Football: Barcelona eye La Liga glory in Clasico against Real Madrid

IANS | May 7, 2026 7:04 PM

Madrid, May 7 (IANS) Spanish giant Barcelona could clinch the La Liga title on Sunday when they host arch-rivals Real Madrid in the season’s final Clasico at Camp Nou. Barcelona currently holds an 11-point lead over Real Madrid with only four matches remaining. A draw on Sunday would be enough for Hansi Flick’s side to secure the league title with three games still left to play.

World Squash C’ships: Indian quartet brace for stiff challenge in Egypt

IANS | May 7, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) India’s four-member men’s contingent will aim to make a strong impression at the World Squash Championships, which gets underway in Giza, Egypt, on Friday. The Indian challenge will be led by Abhay Singh, alongside Veer Chotrani, Ramit Tandon, and Velavan Senthilkumar, in the prestigious tournament organised by the Professional Squash Association.

Tennis: Ben Shelton signs up with Team World for Laver Cup 2026

IANS | May 7, 2026 6:13 PM

London, May 7 (IANS) Ben Shelton will return to the Laver Cup 2026 after confirming his participation for Team World. The American, currently ranked World No. 6, is set for his third appearance at the tournament and joins a growing list of confirmed stars for the competition scheduled to be held at The O2 from September 25 to 27.

Germany defender Niklas Sule to retire at 30, due to injury scare

IANS | May 7, 2026 6:04 PM

Munich, May 7 (IANS) UEFA Champions League winner and five-time Bundesliga Champion Niklas Sule has announced a shock retirement at the age of 30 after an injury scare forced him to reconsider his decision on the future. German International player will put an end to his enormous career at the end of the season once his contract with Borussia Dortmund expires.

Marcus North to replace Luke Wright as England’s national selector: Report

IANS | May 7, 2026 5:14 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Former Australia batter Marcus North is reportedly set to take over as England’s new national selector, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) expected to formalise the appointment in the coming days. The Durham director of cricket has emerged as the frontrunner for the role after the completion of the interview process, edging out former England pacers Steven Finn and Darren Gough.

Football: Liverpool scraps controversial ticket pricing plans after fans protest

IANS | May 7, 2026 4:57 PM

Liverpool, May 7 (IANS) English football club Liverpool has bowed down to the fans and made a U-turn on their controversial plan to increase the ticket prices for the next three seasons following widespread protest from the supporters, who were seen carrying banners and placards and chanting against the club in their recent matches at the Anfield Stadium.

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