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Pakistan's Abdul Samad (centre, right), teammate Arafat Minhas (centre, left) and Australia's players leave the field at the end of the first one-day international (ODI) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on May 30,
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Spain's Lamine Yamal (left) and Gavi during a training session in Las Rozas, Spain. (Reuters) Spanish national team star Lamine Yamal admitted he had been "afraid" of missing the World Cup because of the hamstring injury he is still recovering from.The 18-year-old suffered the injury as he scored a penalty for Barcelona against Celta Vigo on April 22. "Internally I was praying it was nothing, that it was just cramp or something like that, because the World Cup was very close and I knew that a hamstring injury is never a short-term thing," said the winger to the Spanish football federation's own media outlet."I was afraid it might be serious and, above all, that even if it wasn't serious, I could suffer a setback and end up missing the World Cup."Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is hopeful he will have him available for La Roja's opening game at the World Cup against Cape Verde on June 15.On Sunday, the player warmed up with his team-mates in Spain's first training session before heading to work in the gym. "It's also true that it helps knowing you're going to play a World Cup, so mentally it's like you haven't played a single game all season, and I'm really eager to make my debut (at the tournament)," he added.Yamal, who starred as Spain won Euro 2024 in Germany, said the World Cup is the "biggest thing" in football and he has dreamt "a thousand times" about lifting the trophy.If Yamal does not make the first match he is expected to play some part against Saudi Arabia in the second on June 21, and Uruguay on June 27 in the other Group H fixtures. Related Story
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France's President Emmanuel Macron (centre) delivers a speech as during an event with Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) players to celebrate their victory over Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final, at the Elysee Palace in Paris
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Paris Saint Germain's President Nasser al-Khelaifi lifts the trophy next to players after winning the UEFA Champions League final against Arsenal at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on May 30, 2026. (AFP) Paris St Germain equalled the Champions League record for goals scored in one season in the competition as they retained the trophy by edging out Arsenal in a penalty shootout but their triumph was as much about grit as their renowned flair.A year after demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich with an attacking master class, this time they found another way to win despite bashing into a solid red wall in the Puskas Arena."One of the best things we have as a team is our resilience. We're able to overcome all the problems," PSG manager Luis Enrique, whose side dominated the final which ended 1-1 after extra time, told reporters."Today we showed that even if Arsenal are the best with a one-goal advantage that we could make it."The PSG of old might have been spooked after falling behind to a Kai Havertz goal after six minutes on Saturday against an Arsenal team that had conceded only six goals and kept a record-equalling nine clean sheets on the way to the final.Especially as the silky interplay and bewildering movement PSG have become known for under Luis Enrique was lacking throughout a frustrating first half in which they barely tested Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya despite overwhelming possession.With the likes of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue shackled by an oppressive Arsenal side who were content to smother the game, things looked ominous for PSG.They showed patience though, and refused to panic.PSG ended the game with 837 completed passes to Arsenal's 199 and more than 70% possession.Yet until Kvaratskhelia burst into the box midway through the second half and drew a foul from Cristhian Mosquera to earn a penalty, which Ousmane Dembele converted, it looked as though the puzzle set by Mikel Arteta's side would go unsolved.That was PSG's 45th goal in this season's competition, equalling the record of Barcelona in 1999-2000, but this was not a night for expansive flair.The Parisians probed for openings in a scrappy period of extra time without any joy but prevailed 4-3 in the penalty shootout after Arsenal defender Gabriel blazed his kick over. MORE SATISFYING TRIUMPHWhile it lacked the swagger of last year's thrashing of Inter, PSG's triumph against a clinical Arsenal side on a high after claiming their first English title for 22 years was perhaps even more satisfying.It was further proof that Luis Enrique has built a team with resilience at its core and one that finds ways to win as Real Madrid have so often done in Europe's elite club competition.PSG have become only the second club, after Real, to retain the European Cup in the Champions League era and, worrying for their rivals, this young squad will get even better."We have to stay humble," winger Desire Doue said "It's not over yet - the second (star on the jersey) is here - so we're going to keep working hard and go for the third one."His words would have been music to the ears of Luis Enrique who has instilled a tenacious work ethic into a gifted team that has dispensed with the big egos who always used to fall short."(The feeling) is stronger than last year because we knew before the match how difficult it would be to play against Arsenal," the Spaniard, who has now won the trophy three times as a coach having also taken Barcelona to the title in 2015. "The final was a real battle."For Arsenal, their dream of lifting the European Cup proved a step too far after a marathon 63-game season in which they won the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years.They will still celebrate with a parade around the streets of North London on Sunday and, once the dust has settled and the smoke has cleared, they will be back next season as the team most likely to knock PSG off their perch. Related Story
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Team Visma Lease a Bike Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard wearing the overall leader's pink jersey holds the trophy as he celebrates on the podium after winning the Giro d'Italia 2026 - Tour of Italy cycling
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Qatar's squad and support staff pose after their arrival in the United States for the FIFA World Cup. Qatar's FIFA World Cup campaign moved a step closer as Al Annabi arrived in Santa Barbara, California, in the United States ahead of the global football showpiece, which kicks off on June 11.The delegation was welcomed by Qatar's Ambassador to the United States, HE Sheikh Mishaal bin Hamad al-Thani, who extended his best wishes to the squad.The tournament will mark Qatar's second consecutive appearance at the World Cup following their historic participation as hosts in 2022. Drawn in Group B, Julen Lopetegui's side will face Switzerland, Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina as they aim to reach the knockout stage for the first time.Qatar open their campaign against Switzerland at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara on June 13 before meeting co-hosts Canada in Vancouver on June 18. Al Annabi will conclude the group stage against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Seattle on June 24. Qatar's Ambassador to the United States HE Sheikh Mishaal bin Hamad al-Thani greets veteran forward Hassan
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Rajat Patidar lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning the Indian Premier League. (Reuters) Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 and inspired bowling led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second straight Indian Premier League title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans on Sunday. Bengaluru restricted Gujarat to 155-8, a total they chased down with 12 balls to spare after Kohli reached his fifth half-century of the season in a lopsided final in Ahmedabad. Kohli sealed victory with a six to cap a magnificent 42-ball innings featuring nine fours and three sixes, then pointed to the stands as Bengaluru players sprinted out to celebrate. Bengaluru, led by Rajat Patidar, and Kohli have been on a roll since they won their first IPL crown at the 18th attempt last year. They finished top of the 10-team table after this season's league stage. "Stuff you dream of. Thought of this moment many times, wanting to hit the winning run," said the 37-year-old Kohli, who was named player of the match. "Felt really relaxed coming in. The team we have gives confidence to see any kind of situation through. Knew exactly what to do in the chase. Such is the demand (with) super young players pushing you to up the ante." Kohli added: "We knew what kind of ability we have in the group. And we just said one thing, 'If we stick to our cricket, if we execute our plans, we are the best team in the competition.'" Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli (centre) sealed victory with a six to cap a
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Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke, Bukayo Saka and teammates celebrate with the Premier League trophy during the victory parade in London. (Reuters) Hundreds of thousands of Arsenal fans from far and wide lined the streets of north London yesterday chanting and lighting red flares as they celebrated their club's first Premier League title in 22 years.The players celebrated in an open-top bus along with the gleaming Premier League trophy that the club had finally got their hands on after Arsene Wenger's 'Invincibles' last won it in the 2003-04 season.Arsenal had clinched the Premier League title prior to the final game of the season when they had an unassailable lead over second-placed Manchester City, who eventually finished seven points behind Mikel Arteta's side.It was Arsenal's first trophy since Arteta won the FA Cup in his debut season as manager in 2020 as a dream was finally fulfilled for the club after finishing second three years in a row prior to this season.Even Saturday's Champions League final loss to Paris St Germain on penalties in Budapest could not dampen the enthusiasm of the fans, with fireworks and vuvuzelas adding to the noise. Tens of thousands of Arsenal fans put aside their pain at missing
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Ryan Moore rides Constitution River to victory in the QREC-sponsored Qatar Prix du Jockey Club in France. The QREC-sponsored Qatar Prix du Jockey Club, one of France’s premier Classic races for three-year-olds, was won by Constitution River yesterday.Hamad bin Abdulrahman al-Attiyah, QREC Chairman, presented the trophies following the Group 1 contest, also known as the French Derby, which attracted a high-class field and produced a memorable one-two-three for trainer Aidan O’Brien. Hamad bin Abdulrahman al-Attiyah, QREC Chairman, presented the trophies following the Group 1 contest. Constitution River confirmed his class with a determined success, becoming a Group 1 winner and taking his record to four wins from five career starts. The race, run over 2100m, featured a strong field, and the talented colt officially earned his first Group 1 title after already showing high-class form at two and on his seasonal return.Trained by O’Brien, ridden by Ryan Moore, and carrying the colours of M. Tabor, D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier and Westerberg, Constitution River came into the race with a progressive profile and proved his growing credentials. Hawk Mountain finished second, with Montreal taking third, giving Aidan O’Brien a remarkable 1-2-3 in the Classic. Related Story
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The Qatar men's beach volleyball team has advanced to the semifinals of the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Ostrava Elite 16, taking place in Czechia.Qatari duo Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan secured qualification after defeating the Argentine duo Nicolas and Tomas Capogrosso 2-1 in their quarterfinal match Saturday.The match was highly competitive and closely contested, as Qatar lost the first set 19-21, yet managed to bounce back strongly, showing championship character by winning the second and third sets 21-15 and 21-19 respectively, demonstrating the ability to turn tides in critical moments.Team Qatar will face David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig of Sweden in the semifinals on Sunday.
