Category: Sport

AMERICAN shot put athlete Raven Saunders has accepted a 30-month suspension for three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period. The United States Anti-Doping Agency announced the ban on Tuesday after the Tokyo Olympic silver medallist failed to provide accurate location information for random doping tests. Saunders was part of the US registered testing pool when… Continue reading US shot put silver medallist Saunders gets 30-month doping ban

THOMAS TUCHEL urged “amazing” England to use their 5-0 demolition of Serbia as the standard they must maintain on the road to the World Cup. Tuchel’s side finally delivered the first eye-catching performance of the German’s reign as Serbia were swatted aside in Belgrade. Goals from Harry Kane, Noni Madueke, Ezri Konsa, Marc Guehi and… Continue reading England set new standard with 5-0 Serbia rout says Tuchel

A disjointed France recovered from a Michael Olise gaffe to beat Iceland 2-1 in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday, holding on for a second straight win after Aurelien Tchouameni was sent off and a late equaliser was disallowed. Olise inexplicably gifted the opening goal to Iceland’s Andri Gudjohnsen at the Parc des Princes, leaving France… Continue reading France edge Iceland 2-1 in unconvincing World Cup qualifying win

ENGLAND sent out a warning to their World Cup rivals with a brilliant 5-0 thrashing of Serbia in qualifying on Tuesday, while Erling Haaland scored five as Norway emphatically maintained their 100-percent record. Elsewhere in Europe, Portugal and France overturned deficits to make it back-to-back wins to open their bids to reach next year’s tournament… Continue reading England crush Serbia 5-0 in World Cup qualifier under Tuchel

JOAO CANCELO slotted home from the edge of the box to snatch Portugal a thrilling 3-2 win at Hungary on Tuesday, sending them top of their 2026 World Cup qualifying group. Cristiano Ronaldo was also on target as Roberto Martinez’s side secured their second win from their two opening games against the spirited hosts, for… Continue reading Portugal beat Hungary 3-2 in thrilling World Cup qualifier

BARCELONA will host their La Liga match against Valencia at the Johan Cruyff stadium this Sunday due to ongoing delays in reopening the partially rebuilt Camp Nou. The Spanish champions had planned to welcome a reduced crowd at their main stadium but have not yet obtained the required administrative permits for its reopening. “The club… Continue reading Barcelona to host Valencia at Johan Cruyff stadium amid Camp Nou delays

STAGE 16 of the Vuelta a Espana was shortened by eight kilometres on Tuesday because of a “big protest” close to the finish, race organisers said, as pro-Palestinian supporters continued to disrupt the race. Protests have impacted several stages of 21-day race with stage 11 neutralised before the finish in Bilbao last week with no… Continue reading Vuelta stage shortened by protests as Bernal claims victory

FORMER Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco has replaced Jose Mourinho as manager of Turkish outfit Fenerbahce on a two-year contract, the Istanbul club said Tuesday. “Our new coach is Domenico Tedesco,“ Fenerbahce announced on X, adding that the Italian-German manager would be assisted by former team captain Gokhan Gonul. Tedesco, 39, had coached Belgium from February… Continue reading Domenico Tedesco replaces Jose Mourinho as Fenerbahce manager

THE national Under 23 football squad failed to qualify for the 2026 U23 Asian Cup after losing 2-1 to Thailand in their final Group F qualifying match at Thammasat Stadium. Thailand opened the scoring with a goal from Kakana Khamyok in the 32nd minute before Malaysia equalised through Ahmad Aysar Hadi Mohd Shapri eight minutes… Continue reading Malaysia U23 football team fails to qualify for 2026 Asian Cup

NATIONAL men’s doubles pair Wan Arif Wan Junaidi and Yap Roy King produced a major upset at the Hong Kong Open today by eliminating third seeds Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup Rasmussen from Denmark. The world number 20 Malaysian duo secured a straight-sets victory over their fourth-ranked opponents with a score of 21-19, 23-21 in… Continue reading Wan Arif-Roy King upset third seeds at Hong Kong Open badminton

THE 2026 World Cup could represent North America’s final opportunity to host the tournament without implementing urgent climate adaptation measures according to a new study. The “Pitches in Peril” report identified extreme weather threats facing host venues across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Researchers found that 10 of the 16 tournament venues face very… Continue reading 2026 World Cup venues face extreme heat threat without climate action

ALEXANDER Isak has stated that not everyone possesses the complete understanding of his protracted record £125 million transfer from Newcastle to Liverpool. The Swedish international played his first minutes of the season during Sweden’s World Cup qualifier after missing Newcastle’s opening three games before his Anfield move. Isak publicly expressed his desire to leave Newcastle… Continue reading Alexander Isak says whole picture of Liverpool move will become clear

THREE hundred participants from 12 states will compete in the 2025 National Silambam Championship for the Tan Sri Datuk Seri SA Vigneswaran Cup. The championship will be held at Dewan Sri Karumariamman in Lunas, Kedah, from September 13 to 15. Malaysia Silambam Association president Dr M. Suraess said the tournament will feature 30 categories across… Continue reading 300 athletes compete in 2025 National Silambam Championship in Kedah

THE 2025 Hanwha Lifeplus International Crown, conducted by the LPGA and sponsored by Lifeplus, the joint brand of Hanwha’s financial affiliates, has unveiled the official uniforms for each country’s team, in partnership with global golf apparel brand Anew Golf. As the world’s only national team golf competition, the International Crown will take place over four… Continue reading Hanwha Lifeplus International Crown unveils official team uniforms

MALAYSIA’S top men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik suffered a shocking first-round exit at the Hong Kong Open 2025 Badminton Championship. The tournament’s top seeds fell to unheralded English duo Ben Lane and Sean Vendy in a disappointing performance. The Malaysian pair failed to perform at their best, losing 13-21, 13-21 in… Continue reading Malaysia’s top badminton pair Aaron-Wooi Yik suffer shock Hong Kong Open exit

THE upcoming Asian Clubs Sepak Takraw League (ACSL) could adopt a competition structure similar to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League to attract broader fan interest. Asian Sepak Takraw Federation (ASTAF) President Datuk Abdul Halim Kader stated the ACSL might feature two divisions mirroring the AFC Champions League Elite and AFC Champions League Two.… Continue reading Asian Clubs Sepak Takraw League may adopt AFC Champions League format

THE 2025 Perak Open Pickleball Championship will take place on September 13 and 14 at the Pickleball Fun Club with a total cash prize of 40,000 Malaysian ringgit. Tourism Perak chairman Datuk Mohamad Kamil Shafie confirmed over 200 participants have registered, including international players from China and Singapore. This national-scale tournament represents the largest pickleball… Continue reading Perak Open Pickleball Championship 2025 attracts international players

THE Football Association of Malaysia has denied allegations that it received complimentary tickets from FIFA to watch the 2022 World Cup matches in Qatar. FAM secretary-general Datuk Noor Azman Rahman stated that claims made by a veteran journalist in a local news portal article are completely unfounded. He emphasised that FAM did not receive any… Continue reading FAM denies receiving complimentary 2022 World Cup tickets from FIFA

SURINAME secured a stunning 2-1 victory over El Salvador in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Monday, marking their first win against the Salvadorans since 1968. Dhoraso Klas scored the decisive goal in the 81st minute to complete the remarkable upset in CONCACAF Group A action. Suriname, which has never qualified for a World… Continue reading Suriname stuns El Salvador 2-1 in World Cup qualifying upset

HARIMAU MALAYA head coach Peter Cklamovski expressed immense pride in his team following their disciplined 1-0 victory over Palestine at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. The Australian coach praised the players for demonstrating strong mentality and commitment despite a short turnaround between international fixtures. Cklamovski highlighted the team’s excellent performance during the first hour before requiring resilient… Continue reading Harimau Malaya beat Palestine 1-0 with clean sheet in friendly

MOHAMED Ali Ben Romdhane scored in added time to give Tunisia a dramatic 1-0 victory against Equatorial Guinea on Monday, securing their qualification for the 2026 World Cup in North America. This crucial win gave Tunisia an unassailable lead in Group H, making them the second African nation to secure their place at the tournament… Continue reading Tunisia qualify for 2026 World Cup with late Ben Romdhane winner

FRENKIE de Jong is expected to miss Barcelona’s upcoming home match against Valencia due to a groin injury sustained while playing for the Netherlands. The midfielder limped off late in Thursday’s 1-1 World Cup qualifier draw with Poland and missed the Netherlands’ subsequent 3-2 victory in Lithuania on Sunday. Barcelona confirmed the injury in an… Continue reading Frenkie de Jong injury rules him out of Barcelona’s Valencia match

MANCHESTER City and the Premier League have resolved their dispute regarding regulations governing commercial sponsorship agreements. The club has formally accepted that the current rules for associated party transactions are both valid and binding. City had initiated arbitration proceedings against these regulations on January 20, which aim to ensure fair market value in deals between… Continue reading Manchester City and Premier League settle commercial rules dispute

FORMER France international Wissam Ben Yedder has signed for Turkish second division side Sakaryaspor just days after being convicted of psychological violence against his estranged wife. The 35-year-old striker was fined 90,000 euros last Wednesday and ordered to pay an additional 60,000 euros in damages and legal fees to his wife, whom he is divorcing.… Continue reading Former France striker Ben Yedder signs with Turkish second division club

MAJOR League Soccer has suspended Inter Miami star Luis Suarez for three matches following a spitting incident after the Leagues Cup final defeat to Seattle Sounders. The 38-year-old former Uruguay, Liverpool and Barcelona forward will miss Miami’s regular-season fixtures against Charlotte, Seattle, and DC United this month. This MLS sanction follows the Leagues Cup’s separate… Continue reading Luis Suarez gets three-match MLS ban for Leagues Cup spitting incident

TOTTENHAM chief executive Vinai Venkatesham insists the club’s owners intend to continue their firm backing of the Premier League side after Daniel Levy’s shock exit. The north Londoners released a statement on Sunday to make clear the club is not for sale after reported interest from Amanda Staveley, with two approaches unequivocally rejected. Tottenham’s ownership… Continue reading Tottenham not for sale after Levy exit says club chief executive

ENGLAND manager Thomas Tuchel described the pressure of managing the national team as a privilege ahead of Tuesday’s crucial World Cup qualifier against Serbia. The German manager brushed aside criticism of his early reign as England prepare to face Serbia at the Rajko Mitic Stadium. Tuchel’s side seeks a fifth consecutive victory in Group K… Continue reading Tuchel embraces pressure as England face Serbia in World Cup qualifier

ENGLAND captain Harry Kane has confirmed the team has discussed UEFA’s three-step protocol for discriminatory behaviour ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Serbia. The England squad faces Serbia at the Rajko Mitic Stadium, which has had its capacity reduced by 15% due to previous fan behaviour issues. FIFA previously punished the Football Association of… Continue reading England prepared for racist abuse in Serbia World Cup qualifier

MALAYSIA delivered a commanding performance to secure a 1-0 victory against higher-ranked Palestine in a Tier 1 international football match at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. Striker Joao Figueiredo scored the decisive goal in the third minute by converting a low cross from Quentin Cheng on the right flank. Figueiredo nearly doubled the lead in the 24th… Continue reading Malaysia beat higher ranked Palestine 1-0 in international football match

FRANCE coach Didier Deschamps has dismissed suggestions of a rift with Paris Saint-Germain following injuries to Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue during international duty. Dembele, PSG’s top scorer last season and a Ballon d’Or contender, faces six to eight weeks out after getting injured in France’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Ukraine. Doue suffered… Continue reading France coach Deschamps denies rift with PSG over player injuries

BAYER Leverkusen have officially appointed Kasper Hjulmand as their new head coach following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag. The former Denmark national team manager has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 2027. Hjulmand expressed his honour at being entrusted with leading the team and his motivation to shape the… Continue reading Bayer Leverkusen appoint Kasper Hjulmand as new head coach

NOTTINGHAM Forest have sacked manager Nuno Espirito Santo according to a Sky Sports News report on Monday. The Portuguese manager admitted last month that his relationship with the club’s owner Evangelos Marinakis had broken down. British media indicated the club would officially announce Espirito Santo’s departure on Tuesday. Espirito Santo was appointed in December 2023… Continue reading Nottingham Forest sack manager Nuno Espirito Santo after breakdown

SANDRO Tonali scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to secure a vital 5-4 victory for Italy against Israel in their 2026 World Cup qualifier. The Newcastle United midfielder’s speculative effort found its way through a crowd of players and into the net just as Italy appeared to be throwing away a two-goal lead. Italy had established… Continue reading Sandro Tonali scores late winner as Italy beat Israel 5-4 in World Cup qualifier

THE Malaysian women’s national hockey team has been eliminated from the 2025 Women’s Asia Cup after a decisive 5-0 defeat against South Korea. South Korea’s Cheon Eunbi scored two field goals within three minutes during the 27th and 30th minutes to secure her team’s place in the Super 4s round. Kim Eunji opened the scoring… Continue reading South Korea defeats Malaysia 5-0 in Asia Cup, ending Super 4s hopes