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Germany crash out of World Cup despite 4-2 defeat of Costa Rica


The four-time World Cup winners came into the match needing a win but were also relying on the result of Japan's game with Spain to progress.

13 hours ago

Japan stun Spain but both reach World Cup last 16

Spain also brought Barcelona's teen left-back Alejandro Balde in for his full international debut, while winger Nico Williams also starts, with Jordi Alba and Ferran Torres dropping out.

13 hours ago

Dubai Baja ready to bring the best of Dubai to World Cup rallying

The oldest motorsport event in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Dubai International Baja, is set to make an exciting return next month as World Cup Rallying comes to the UAE with a modern twist.

15 hours ago

Big-hitting Pollard and Azam lift New York Strikers past Delhi Bulls in thriller in Abu Dhabi

Though New York Stirkers needed 46 runs from the last 18 balls while chasing Delhi Bulls total of 112 for 6, Pollard scored an unbeaten 26 off 7 deliveries with three boundaries and two sixes and Azam Khan remained unbeaten on 37 off 22 balls.

15 hours ago

Belgium crash out of World Cup after Croatia draw

Romelu Lukaku missed a string of late chances as Belgium crashed out of the World Cup in the group stage after a 0-0 draw with Croatia on Thursday which sent the 2018 runners-up into the knockout phase.

17 hours ago

Morocco storm into World Cup last 16 in 36 years with 2-1 victory over Canada

Morocco, who last reached the knockout stages of the World Cup in 1986, will face the runners-up from Group E in the last 16, with the identity of their opponents decided later on Thursday.

17 hours ago

Stephanie Frappart becomes first woman referee to take charge of a men's World Cup game

France's Stephanie Frappart will be the first female referee to lead a men's match at the World Cup finals. The 38-year-old will take charge of a men's World Cup game on Thursday, working with two women assistant referees.

19 hours ago

Argentina fan proposes to Polish girlfriend outside stadium in Doha

An Argentinian fan proposed to his Polish girlfriend during a televised interview at Stadium 974 in Doha, minutes before the World Cup match between Poland and Argentina began.

01 Dec 2022

Captains gather at The Palm as stage set for Emirates Dubai 7s

The long-running Sevens tournament will be staging its 52nd edition in Dubai, and Emirates has been instrumental in growing its international status from when the airline first began its support in 1987, in cooperation with World Rugby.

30 Nov 2022

UAE men’s team set for Pan Arab Men Golf Championship in Tunisia

48 golfers representing 13 Arab countries will take part in this 41st edition, namely, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, Egypt, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Palestine, and the host country Tunisia.

30 Nov 2022

Tunisia secure historic, yet fruitless, win over world champions at World Cup

French-born Wahbi Khazri scored the only goal of the game as Tunisia claimed a famous 1-0 win over holders France at the World Cup on Wednesday, but it was not enough for them to reach the last 16.

30 Nov 2022

Messi and Argentina advance at World Cup, beat Poland 2-0

The Benfica player replaces Guido Rodriguez in midfield, with Julian Alvarez coming in for Lautaro Martinez up front. The other two changes were in defence, with Nahuel Molina replacing Gonzalo Montiel and Cristian Romero coming back into the side in place of Lisandro Martinez.

30 Nov 2022

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Football

Germany crash out of World Cup despite 4-2 defeat of Costa Rica

The four-time World Cup winners came into the match needing a win but were also relying on the result of Japan's game with Spain to progress.

13 hours ago

Japan stun Spain but both reach World Cup last 16

Spain also brought Barcelona's teen left-back Alejandro Balde in for his full international debut, while winger Nico Williams also starts, with Jordi ...

13 hours ago

Belgium crash out of World Cup after Croatia draw

Romelu Lukaku missed a string of late chances as Belgium crashed out of the World Cup in the group stage after a 0-0 draw with Croatia on Thursday whi...

17 hours ago

Morocco storm into World Cup last 16 in 36 years with 2-1 victory over Canada

Morocco, who last reached the knockout stages of the World Cup in 1986, will face the runners-up from Group E in the last 16, with the identity of the...

17 hours ago

Tennis

Galfi, Snigur headline 25th edition of Al Habtoor Tennis Challenge

Galfi, the winner of nine singles and ten doubles titles on the ITF Women’s Circuit, reached her best singles ranking of No. 81 in the second half of ...

23 Nov 2022

Novak Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

Djokovic, who is Serbian, was deported from Australia in the leadup to the Grand Slam in January after he declined to be vaccinated. The former world ...

15 Nov 2022

Djokovic and Swiatek among top stars to compete at World Tennis League in Dubai

Held from Dec.19-24, ticket holders will see their favourite players in action, and can then also enjoy post-match concerts from six award-winning act...

08 Nov 2022

Superb Spain secure fifth women’s title at DP World Padel Championship 2022

With this win, the Spain women’s team secured their eighth overall World Championship gold following an impressive 2-0 victory over their rivals.

06 Nov 2022

Indian tennis sensation Sania visits Dubai Sports Council, plans to open more academies in Dubai

The Indian tennis sensation recently launched two new eponymous tennis centres in Dubai’s Al Mankhool and Jumeirah Lake Towers, symbolizing a brand ne...

04 Nov 2022

Iga Swiatek is elite of elite at season-ending WTA Finals

Iga Swiatek’s body of work in 2022 speaks for itself. She’s been No. 1 in the rankings since April. She owns a tour-leading eight titles, including tw...

31 Oct 2022

Fritz wins in Paris to remain in hunt for ATP Finals spot

Taylor Fritz of the United States stayed in contention for one of the two remaining ATP Finals spots by beating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina of Spain 7...

31 Oct 2022

Former No. 1 Simona Halep suspended for positive doping test

The ITIA announced the suspension on Friday for Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion who is currently No. 9 in the WTA rankings. She won the French O...

21 Oct 2022

Cricket

Big-hitting Pollard and Azam lift New York Strikers past Delhi Bulls in thriller in Abu Dhabi

Though New York Stirkers needed 46 runs from the last 18 balls while chasing Delhi Bulls total of 112 for 6, Pollard scored an unbeaten 26 off 7 deliv...

15 hours ago

England break 112-year-old Test record, score over 500 runs on day one against Pakistan

Openers Zak Crawley (122) and Ben Duckett (107) set the tone with quick-fire tons against a hapless Pakistan bowling attack before Ollie Pope (108) an...

20 hours ago

Fate of first Test match hangs in the balance after viral infection hits England players in Pakistan

"The PCB and ECB are in discussions regarding the commencement of the 1st #PAKvENG Test as some England players are down with viral infection," the bo...

30 Nov 2022

Asalanka powers Sri Lanka to victory over Afghanistan in final ODI

Set a target of 314 to win, Sri Lanka got home with two balls and four wickets in hand as Charith Asalanka starred with an unbeaten 83 off 72 balls wi...

30 Nov 2022

Virus strikes England on eve of firstTest in Pakistan

Only five England players - Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Keaton Jennings, Ollie Pope and Joe Root - turned up for the training at the Pindi Cricket Stadi...

30 Nov 2022

Shaheen Afridi’s absence a 'big loss' for Pakistan, says England coach McCullum

"I know him pretty well. He's a wonderful bowler and he's turned into a fine leader for Pakistani cricket," McCullum told a press conference. "Shaheen...

28 Nov 2022

Afghanistan qualify directly for 2023 ODI World Cup

The Afghans and the hosts took five Super League points each in Pallekele on Sunday, keeping the visitors in seventh place in the table and guaranteei...

28 Nov 2022

England cricketers land in Pakistan for first Test series in 17 years

England played a successful Twenty20 series two months ago in Pakistan but have declined to play a Test match there for 17 years because of the precar...

27 Nov 2022

Motorsport

Dubai Baja ready to bring the best of Dubai to World Cup rallying

The oldest motorsport event in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Dubai International Baja, is set to make an exciting return next month as World Cup...

15 hours ago

Stakes are high as Dubai International Baja Rally fast approaches

The Dubai International Baja (1-3 December) is perfectly situated to make or break title hopes. The rally marks the final stage in both the 2022 FIA W...

30 Nov 2022

F1 legend Michael Schumacher’s Ferrari fetches record $13 million at auction

The Ferrari with which Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher won the 2003 World Championship was auctioned in Geneva on Wednesday for more than $13 mill...

09 Nov 2022

F1 in Vegas: Race will be most expensive on 2023 schedule

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali told The Associated Press the Las Vegas Grand Prix will be the most expensive fan experience on next year's 24-race calendar...

06 Nov 2022

Tickets on sale for Gulf Historic Dubai Grand Prix Revival

Taking place between November 25-27– and only the second ever edition since 1981 – the festival will combine classic racing by a range of contemporary...

26 Oct 2022

Saudi’s Reema helps Theeba Motorsport to Pro-Am runners-up spot in debut season

The result, which came 24 hours after their third-place spot in Race One, meant they finished second overall in the class with 57 points, and sixth ov...

25 Oct 2022

Podium finish for UAE rider Marzooqi at DBSK superbike event

In a spectacular finish UAE rider Aref Al Marzooqi grabbed the third spot in the DBSK superbike race. The UAE rider put up a stellar performance to ca...

13 Oct 2022

VIDEO: Dubai’s Offroad-Zone brings dozens of motorists together to experience thrill of adventures

For the first time ever, Dubai’s Offroad-Zone brought dozens of motorists together for an action-packed day of four-wheel-drive adventures to celebrat...

09 Oct 2022