Category: Sport

PRETENDERS to the crown Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen and cup holders Stuttgart are priming themselves for a run at Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga title after a frustrating summer transfer window for the Bavarian giants. Bayern travel to Stuttgart on Saturday for the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup — the season opener which pits the defending league champions against… Continue reading Bundesliga title race heats up as Bayern Munich face challengers

ARSENAL face an immediate test of their title credentials against a revamped Manchester United, while a new-look Liverpool launch the new Premier League season at home to Bournemouth on Friday. Newcastle are set to be without wantaway star striker Alexander Isak for a tough trip to Aston Villa. AFP Sports looks at the key talking… Continue reading Arsenal vs Man Utd clash headlines Premier League opening weekend

GERMANY and Bayern Munich great Thomas Mueller said Thursday he remains focused on winning titles as he prepares for Major League Soccer life with the Vancouver Whitecaps. The Whitecaps officially unveiled their new signing one week after he inked a deal through the end of the 2025 MLS season, with an option for 2026. Mueller,… Continue reading Thomas Mueller joins Vancouver Whitecaps with title-winning ambition

JANNIK SINNER “felt great on the court” as he annihilated Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-0, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open semi-finals with his 25th straight hardcourt match victory. The world number one powered through a rapid-fire opening set and overcame a wobble as he started the second set by dropping serve. The defending… Continue reading Sinner dominates Auger-Aliassime to reach Cincinnati semis

TWO-TIME champions Morocco and DR Congo clawed their way back into quarter-final contention with wins over Zambia and Angola in the African Nations championships (CHAN) on Thursday. Morocco crushed Zambia 3-1, while DR Congo needed two second-half goals to defeat Angola. The Zambian back line sustained high pressure as Morocco dominated the early proceedings at… Continue reading Morocco and DR Congo secure crucial CHAN wins over Zambia and Angola

FORMER Serbian international Nemanja Matic has reached an “amicable” agreement for the early termination of his contract with Lyon, the Ligue 1 club said Thursday. The 37-year-old former Manchester United, Chelsea and Benfica midfielder’s contract had been due to run until June 30, 2026. However the club has opted to shed one of its highest… Continue reading Nemanja Matic leaves Lyon after early contract termination

KUALA LUMPUR: Three optional sports—muaythai, petanque, and silambam—will make their debut in the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor. The decision was finalised during a special meeting of the SUKMA Supreme Committee. The National Sports Council (NSC) confirmed the addition in a statement today. The meeting was attended by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh… Continue reading Muaythai, petanque and silambam debut in SUKMA 2026

KUALA Lumpur City FC head coach Risto Vidakovic described his team’s 1-1 draw against Sabah FC as a tough result to accept after conceding a late equaliser. The match, held at Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Cheras, saw KL City dominate the second half but fail to secure victory. Vidakovic said his side controlled play… Continue reading KL City coach Vidakovic frustrated by late Sabah equaliser in Super League

MELAKA FC is still searching for their rhythm after a 1-1 draw against Penang FC in their 2025-2026 Super League opener at Hang Jebat Stadium. Head coach K. Devan acknowledged that the team’s new foreign signings need time to gel with the revamped squad. He noted that the first-half performance lacked aggression, allowing Penang FC… Continue reading Melaka FC struggles with team rhythm in Super League opener

TERENGGANU FC (TFC) head coach Badrul Afzan Razali voiced frustration following his team’s 2-2 draw against PDRM FC in the Super League. He highlighted poor finishing as the main reason for squandered opportunities despite strong home support. The slow start in the first half allowed PDRM FC to take an early lead before TFC fought… Continue reading TFC coach criticises team performance after PDRM FC draw

LUCAS Chevalier made a dream debut for Paris St Germain in their Super Cup triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. The 23-year-old goalkeeper earned widespread acclaim after a series of crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Manager Luis Enrique lauded Chevalier’s composure under pressure following Gianluigi Donnarumma’s abrupt exit. “We relied on Lucas … he just arrived,… Continue reading Luis Enrique praises Chevalier after stellar PSG debut in Super Cup win

BARCELONA confirmed on Wednesday that La Liga has officially recognised Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury as long-term. This validation enables the club to register new signing Joan Garcia without breaching financial fair play regulations. “LaLiga’s Medical Committee has ruled that goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury meets the long-term injury criteria established by current regulations,“ Barcelona stated.… Continue reading Barcelona’s ter Stegen injury validated by La Liga for financial relief

FOLLOWING two days and 36 holes of top-notch golf action, Thailand’s rising amateur star, Kritchanya Kaopattanaskul showcased pinpoint precision and perfect poise to rise to the top with a total score of 7-under-par 137 after adding a second round 70 to her opening 67, which featured a hole-in-one. “I’m very happy I have qualified to… Continue reading ASEAN talents earn their stripes for Maybank Championship 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) plans to request additional funding from the Finance Ministry to support young motorsport talents such as Hakim Danish Ramli. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh emphasised the need for corporate backing to sustain the growth of Malaysian riders on both local and international stages. “Motorsport is not… Continue reading KBS seeks funds for young motorsport talent, supports Malaysian MotoGP

KELANTAN THE REAL WARRIORS (TRW) head coach E. Elavarasan expects a difficult FA Cup clash against Kuala Lumpur City (KL City) FC. He pointed to their recent 1-1 Super League draw with Immigration FC as proof of their attacking struggles. “They (KL City) are among the strongest and most experienced teams in the FA Cup,… Continue reading TRW coach Elavarasan warns KL City will be tough FA Cup opponents