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Grealish admits problems adapting to life at Manchester City
Jack Grealish says it has taken longer than he thought it would for him to adapt to a different role at Manchester City than he had at Aston Villa.
Pegula stuns tearful Swiatek, Sakkari also crashes in United Cup semi-finals
A "helpless" Iga Swiatek was left in tears after Jessica Pegula stunned the world number one Friday with Greece's sixth-ranked Maria Sakkari also crashing to defeat in the semi-finals of the inaugural United Cup.
Gianluca Vialli: clubbable gentleman off the pitch, deadly on it
Gianluca Vialli's death on Friday robbed Italian football of an iconic figure of its golden era, a powerful yet studious centre-forward who won almost every honour and was one of the English Premier League's first big-name foreign imports.
Italian football great Gianluca Vialli dies
Former Juventus, Chelsea and Italy striker Gianluca Vialli has died aged 58 of pancreatic cancer, his former clubs announced on Friday.
Ohtani targets World Baseball Classic glory with Japan
Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani said he was "thinking only about winning" the World Baseball Classic title after being named in Japan's squad for the March tournament on Friday.
Medvedev, Sabalenka, Jabeur power into Adelaide semi-finals
Former world number one Daniil Medvedev set up an Adelaide International semi-final against either Novak Djokovic or Denis Shapovalov Friday with a commanding performance in the countdown to the opening Grand Slam of the year.
Former Italy striker Gianluca Vialli dies: ex-club Sampdoria
Former Juventus, Chelsea and Italy striker Gianluca Vialli has died aged 58 of pancreatic cancer, his former club Sampdoria announced on Friday.
'Harsh' says Khawaja if denied double ton chance in Test
Usman Khawaja said it would be "harsh" if he was denied the chance of claiming his first Test double century by a declaration in Australia's third Test against South Africa.
New Zealand eye victory as Pakistan slide to 125-5 in 2nd Test
Spinners Michael Bracewell and Ish Sodhi grabbed two wickets apiece Friday as New Zealand closed in on victory in the second Test against Pakistan in Karachi.
Medvedev, Sabalenka power into Adelaide semi-finals
Former world number one Daniil Medvedev set up an Adelaide International semi-final against either Novak Djokovic or Denis Shapovalov Friday with a command performance in the countdown to the opening Grand Slam of the year.
Japan-bound Mo'unga warns of All Blacks talent drain
Japan-bound All Blacks fly-half Richie Mo'unga warned Friday that New Zealand rugby faces a chronic talent drain unless authorities allow overseas-based players to represent their country.
Tatum's triple-double leads Celtics past Mavs, Nuggets rout Clippers
The Boston Celtics broke out of their funk on Thursday as Jayson Tatum's 29-point triple-double propelled them to a 124-95 victory over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.
Pegula stuns tearful Swiatek as US take charge of semi-final
Iga Swiatek was left in tears as Jessica Pegula stunned the world number one Friday before Frances Tiafoe gave the United States a commanding lead over Poland in the semi-finals of the inaugural United Cup.
Washout raises Khawaja conundrum for Australia in Sydney Test
The entire third day of the final Sydney Test was washed out Friday forcing a reappraisal of Australia's push for a series clean sweep over South Africa.
Tatum's triple-double leads Celtics past Mavs
The Boston Celtics broke out of their funk on Thursday as Jayson Tatum's 29-point triple-double propelled them to a 124-95 victory over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.
Sabalenka, Nishioka power into Adelaide semi-finals
World number five Aryna Sabalenka held off Marketa Vondrousova to book her place in the Adelaide International semi-finals on Friday in a boost to her Australian Open preparations.
Pegula stuns tearful Swiatek to give US lead in United Cup semis
Iga Swiatek was left in tears after Jessica Pegula stunned the world number one on Friday to give the United States a 1-0 lead over Poland in the semi-finals of the inaugural United Cup.
Rain prevents play up to lunch on day three of Sydney Test
Rain washed out the entire morning session on the third day of the final Sydney Test Friday, with Usman Khawaja stranded short of his double-century against South Africa.
James, Durant lead early NBA All-Star voting
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, closing in on the top spot on the NBA's all-time scoring list, leads the fan voting for the league's All-Star Game in the first returns announced Thursday.
No timescale on Sancho return, says Man Utd boss Ten Hag
Erik ten Hag says he cannot rush the return of Jadon Sancho, admitting there is no timescale on when the winger will return to action for Manchester United.
Man City beat Chelsea to close gap at top of Premier League
Defending champions Manchester City beat injury-hit Chelsea 1-0 on Thursday to close the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal to just five points.
Messi rested for PSG cup tie after World Cup return
Argentina's World Cup winning captain Lionel Messi will not travel with Paris Saint-Germain for their French Cup tie with minnows Chateauroux on Friday.
Bayern Munich sign Netherlands international Daley Blind
Bayern Munich have signed Netherlands midfielder Daley Blind, the club announced on Thursday evening.
NFL's Hamlin shows 'remarkable improvement' after cardiac arrest
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has shown "remarkable improvement" and is awake and communicating, three days after suffering cardiac arrest during an NFL game, the team and doctors said Thursday.
Colombian stadium first in Latin America renamed after Pele
Colombia is the first Latin American country to meet FIFA president Gianni Infantino's request to name a stadium after Pele.
Lazio's 'Curva Nord' closed after racist abuse of Umtiti, Banda
Lazio's "Curva Nord" terrace will be closed for one match after racist chants at a midweek away game left France international Samuel Umtiti in tears, Italian football authorities said Thursday.
Record-setting Shanaka helps Sri Lanka level T20 series against India
Dasun Shanaka led from the front with a record half-century and two wickets in Sri Lanka's series-levelling 16-run win in the second Twenty20 international on Thursday.
French winter sport events cancelled over 'lack of snow'
Several winter sport events in France have been cancelled, postponed or moved because abnormally warm temperatures have stripped mountain slopes of their snow covering, organisers have said.
Andretti teams with Cadillac in F1 bid
America's Andretti Global is revving up its bid to join Formula One, announcing a partnership on Thursday with General Motors to provide Cadillac engines for the proposed team.
Amid Chelsea interest, Benfica condemn 'disrespectful' Fernandez approach
Benfica coach Roger Schmidt said the club have no intention of selling Argentine World Cup star Enzo Fernandez for less than his buy-out clause amid reported interest from Chelsea.
Lampard warns Everton fans of tough journey ahead
Under-fire Everton manager Frank Lampard says he is not seeking reassurances over his job security but warned the fans they face a "tough journey" in the battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Shanaka powers Sri Lanka to 206-6 in India T20
Skipper Dasun Shanaka smashed an unbeaten 56 off 22 balls to fire Sri Lanka to 206-6 against India in the second Twenty20 international on Thursday.