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Misfiring Kane needs to shake off slump as Bayern visit Freiburg

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane will hope to overcome a slump in front of goal when his side travel to face Freiburg on Saturday.

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Barca hoping to end torrid Liga form against improving Valencia

Barcelona must harness the euphoria of their thrilling Champions League victory at Benfica to halt a miserable run of La Liga form against an improving Valencia side on Sunday.

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Man City start tough run against Chelsea, Spurs aim to halt slide

Manchester City have no time to lick their wounds after another bruising Champions League defeat as Chelsea prepare to visit the Etihad, with both clubs battling for a top-four finish.

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Lyon fight for return to Champions League amid off-field worries

Lyon are desperate to get back into the Champions League but their stuttering start to the new year threatens that ambition just as they face serious financial problems and their American owner finds himself making enemies with the French league.

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Peers and Gadecki win Australian Open mixed doubles

Wildcards John Peers and Olivia Gadecki were crowned Australian Open mixed doubles champions on Friday, outlasting fellow Australians Kimberly Birrell and John-Patrick Smith.

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Strong winds wreak havoc before Torrey Pines 2nd rd halted

Strong winds wreaked havoc during the second round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in California on Thursday, forcing a lengthy suspension before play was halted due to darkness.

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Washington's 'Terminator' Daniels one win away from NFL history

Jayden Daniels has already transformed the Washington Commanders from perennial strugglers to NFC Championship contenders and on Sunday has a chance to make history and become the first rookie quarterback ever to reach the Super Bowl.

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Djokovic faces Zverev semi-final test in pursuit of 25th Slam title

Novak Djokovic throws his ailing 37-year-old body into an Australian Open semi-final against Alexander Zverev on Friday while defending champion Jannik Sinner faces Ben Shelton.

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Man Utd should never get used to losing, says Fernandes

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said the club's fans should not lower their expectations despite the Red Devils struggles this season, particularly at Old Trafford.

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Wembanyama dazzles Paris crowd as he leads Spurs to easy win

Victor Wembanyama said he played one of the best five games of his young career after delighting his home crowd in Paris on Thursday by scoring 30 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 140-110 rout of the Indiana Pacers.

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Man Utd, Spurs enjoy Europa League boost

Manchester United and Tottenham both enjoyed some much needed respite from their Premier League woes with victories in the Europa League on Thursday.

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Fernandes hands Man Utd dramatic victory over Rangers

Manchester United closed in on a direct passage to the Europa League last 16 thanks to Bruno Fernandes' late winner to beat Rangers 2-1 in Thursday's Battle of Britain.

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Wembanyama delights Paris crowd as he leads Spurs to easy win

Victor Wembanyama delighted his home crowd in Paris on Thursday by scoring 30 points and grabbing 11 rebounds as he led the San Antonio Spurs to a 140-110 rout of the Indiana Pacers.

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World champion Neuville holds slim lead in Monte Carlo Rally

Thierry Neuville made an encouraging start to the defence of his world title, leading the season-opening Monte Carlo Rally after Thursday's three night-time stages.

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Rivals Bills and Chiefs clash again with Super Bowl on the line

The Kansas City Chiefs, bidding to become the first team in NFL history to win three straight Super Bowls, face a familiar obstacle in the form of Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in Sunday's AFC Championship game.

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Ainslie no longer with INEOS Britannia after America's Cup defeat

British sailing great Ben Ainslie will no longer be involved with INEOS Britannia's bid to win the America's Cup after failing to agree terms with the team for their next tilt at the trophy.

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New Zealand star Wood signs new two-year deal with Nottingham Forest

Star striker Chris Wood has signed a two-year contract extension with Nottingham Forest that will keep him at the City Ground until 2027, the Premier League club announced Thursday.

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Son helps Spurs hold off Hoffenheim in Europa League

Son Heung-min helped Tottenham gain some respite from their Premier League woes on Thursday with a double in a 3-2 Europa League win at Hoffenheim to put them on course for the knockout rounds.

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Araujo extends Barcelona contract to 2031

Barcelona and Uruguay centre-back Ronald Araujo has extended his contract with the Catalan giants to 2031, the club announced on Thursday.

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English rugby boss vows to stay on despite pay row

English rugby's top administrator, Bill Sweeney, insisted Thursday he had "never thought about stepping down" following a bitter row over his pay.

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AC Milan defender Emerson facing two-month injury layoff

AC Milan defender Emerson has suffered a right calf injury, the Italian club said Thursday, with the Brazilian facing up to two months on the sidelines.

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China's Shenzhen to host Billie Jean King Cup Finals

The Billie Jean King Cup Finals will be hosted by the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen for three years from 2025 to 2027, the International Tennis Federation said on Thursday.

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'Brave' Keys deserves to be in Melbourne final, says Swiatek

Iga Swiatek was left to rue squandering a match point on Thursday but said "brave" Madison Keys deserved to be in the Australian Open final.

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Bayern's Davies ruled out 'for time being' with hamstring tear

Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies is set for a stint on the sidelines after he was diagnosed with a torn muscle, the German club said in a statement on Thursday.

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Argentina's record points scorer Sanchez retires from rugby

Argentina international fly-half Nicolas Sanchez, who holds the record for most points scored in a Pumas shirt, has announced his retirement from the game on his Instagram account.

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Shiffrin set for World Cup skiing return at Courchevel

Mikaela Shiffrin, who injured her abdomen in a fall at the end of November, said Thursday that she would be returning to the World Cup at the Courchevel slalom on January 30.

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'No conversation needed' for Farrell about Lions tour selection

Former England captain Owen Farrell said on Thursday he has not held talks with his dad and head coach Andy Farrell about playing for the British and Irish Lions this year.

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PSG loan France forward Kolo Muani to Juventus

Juventus signed Randal Kolo Muani on loan from Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday as the France forward seeks playing time away from the French capital.

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St Andrews to host 2027 British Open

The 2027 British Open will be played at St Andrews in Scotland, widely considered the "Home of Golf", tournament organisers the R&A announced on Thursday.

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Keys shocks Swiatek to set up Sabalenka Australian Open final

Madison Keys fought back from a set down on Thursday to shock Iga Swiatek in a nail-biter and set up an Australian Open final against two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka.

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Formula One drivers face new sanctions for swearing

Formula One drivers face the possibility of fines or points deductions after the FIA introduced new guidelines to punish swearing or other sporting violations.

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Career-high 54 for Gilgeous-Alexander as Oklahoma City roll Utah

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander erupted for a career-high 54 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder overpowered the Utah Jazz 123-114 on Wednesday.

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