Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Australia U18 name squad to face New Zealand Barbarians in Hamilton
Captain Justice Taumoepeau leads an Australia U18 side that includes three changes from the team that beat Australian Schoolboys 62-19 last week, with debutant scrum-half Flynn Farrell promoted after a try-scoring cameo.
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Unbeaten Staines faces first career test as Abushaar targets DWCS contract
George Staines takes his perfect 8-0 record into the Dana White Contender Series main event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, where Loai Abushaar — on a four-fight finishing streak — looks to derail him and earn a UFC contract.
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Gordon and Kane break Czech Republic's resistance with ten men, England climbs
Reduced to ten men from the 25th minute after Sulc's red card, the Czechs conceded two second-half goals to England (0-2). Gordon and Kane scored the goals, allowing the Three Lions to climb to second place in Group 3.
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Ivory Coast Snatches Victory in Somalia in Extra Time
Held back by a watertight Somali defence, Hervé Renard's Elephants waited until the 89th minute to make the difference and won 2-0, securing a second consecutive victory in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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Alexander-Arnold's assist masterclass for England may not be enough to keep his starting place
Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered a stunning assist for Anthony Gordon's opener as England beat Czech Republic 2-0 in the Nations League, yet his long-term place in Thomas Tuchel's starting XI remains far from secure.
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Alexander-Arnold's half-time message to Gordon unlocks Czech Republic on England return
Trent Alexander-Arnold ended a near two-year England absence by assisting Anthony Gordon's opener in a 2-0 win over the Czech Republic in Prague, revealing a half-time tactical conversation sparked the decisive moment.
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Gordon's opener and Kane's record-chasing goal seal England's 2-0 win in Prague
Anthony Gordon broke the deadlock in the 47th minute after a Trent Alexander-Arnold cross, before Harry Kane added his 87th international goal as England beat ten-man Czech Republic 2-0 in their Nations League fixture in Prague.
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Switzerland dismantle 10-man Scotland 3-0 to deepen Pocognoli's Hampden misery
New Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli suffered a nightmare home debut as Jack Hendry's 11th-minute red card opened the door for Switzerland, who scored through Ricardo Rodriguez, Nico Elvedi and Zeki Amdouni to leave Scotland without a goal in four straight games.
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Lamine Yamal scores brace and propels Spain to top of Nations League group
Spain dominated Croatia 4-1 in Seville during the second matchday of the Nations League. Lamine Yamal scored twice and provided an assist, while Nico Williams sealed the Spanish rout late in the match.
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Ruben Love ruled out of Bledisloe Cup opener as ankle injury worsens
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has confirmed Ruben Love will miss the first Test against the Wallabies at Eden Park on October 10, revealing the Hurricanes first-five has been managing a persistent ankle injury since Super Rugby. Richie Mo'unga or Josh Jacomb are now the leading options at No.10.
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Wang Cong backs herself for UFC 332 flyweight title shot despite contender queue
Wang Cong says she was not surprised to receive a UFC 332 flyweight title shot ahead of higher-profile contenders, citing her four-fight win streak and readiness to compete on just 17 days' notice for the vacant belt against Natalia Silva.
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Larqué enthusiastic after Da Cunha's debut: « He has nothing to be intimidated about »
During France's second UEFA Nations League match against Belgium, Lucas Da Cunha made his first start with the Blues. Jean-Michel Larqué praised his performance and that of several newcomers, suggesting that some regular starters have reason to worry.
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Parsons breaks Ireland women's all-time try-scoring record in win over Japan
Béibhinn Parsons became Ireland women's all-time leading try-scorer on Sunday, crossing twice in a 31-24 WXV Global Series victory over Japan in Galway to move to 24 tries in 37 caps, surpassing Alison Miller's previous record.
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France U21 beat Estonia and edge closer to Euro 2027 qualification
With goals from Steve Ngoura and Jean-Matteo Bahoya, Gérald Baticle's young French side dominated Estonia (0-2) on Tuesday evening. The U21s now need just one point to secure their place at Euro 2027.
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Almeida steps in at UFC 334 after unbeaten prospect Susurkaev withdraws from MSG card
Undefeated middleweight Baisangur Susurkaev has pulled out of UFC 334 on November 14 at Madison Square Garden. Cesar Almeida, who has lost his last two fights, will now face the unbeaten Donte Johnson in New York.
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Undefeated knockout artist Jacobe Smith added to UFC 332 card on nine days' notice
Jacobe Smith, a perfect 12-0 with nine knockouts, has been booked to face UFC newcomer Bruce Whitehead at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City this Saturday, with the welterweight bout confirmed just nine days before the event.
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FAI board urged to resign over 'shambolic' handling of Ireland-Israel fixtures
People Before Profit TD Ruth Coppinger has called on the Football Association of Ireland's board and CEO to step down, citing their handling of two contentious Republic of Ireland fixtures against Israel, the first of which ended in a 3-0 win for Ireland in Hungary.
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Khuzwayo says Springbok Women own their underdog status ahead of Spain test in Seville
Prop Xoliswa Khuzwayo insists South Africa are comfortable being ranked outsiders in the global top ten, as the Springbok Women prepare to face Spain in Seville on Sunday following a defeat to Wales and a win over Italy this autumn.
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Sam Underhill faces three months out after torn bicep confirmed by Bath head coach
Bath and England flanker Sam Underhill will undergo surgery on Thursday after scans confirmed a torn bicep sustained in last Friday's 33-17 win over Harlequins, ruling him out for approximately three months.
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Casey and Loughman return to bolster Munster before Bulls test at Thomond Park
Munster have been handed a double boost ahead of their URC home clash with the Bulls, with Craig Casey and Jeremy Loughman returning to contention after Ireland duty. Four more players are also set to rejoin training, though Mike Haley remains sidelined with a knee injury.
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