Uber Cup: 3 things about Malaysia's sensations Zi Yu-Noraqilah

Malaysia may have lost 3-1 against Japan in the Uber Cup, but the solitary point delivered through women’s doubles pair Low Zi Yu-Noraqilah Maisarah have gained national interest.

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Modric undergoes cheekbone surgery weeks before World Cup

Luka Modric has undergone successful surgery after fracturing his left cheekbone, the Croatian Football Federation said on Monday, weeks before the 40-year-old AC Milan midfielder is due to participate in his fifth World Cup.

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France striker Mbappe suffers hamstring injury ahead of World Cup

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has suffered a hamstring injury, the LaLiga club said on Monday, weeks before the start of the World Cup.

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Bayern out to challenge PSG's European bragging rights, says Kompany

Champions League holders Paris St Germain have every right to call themselves the best in Europe, Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said ahead of a semi-final against the French team, but he wants his side to be able to do the same next season.

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Croatia midfielder Modric to undergo surgery on cheek fracture

Croatia midfielder Luka Modric will undergo surgery for a fractured left cheekbone, his Serie A club AC Milan said on Monday, weeks before the 40-year-old is due to participate in his fifth World Cup.

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Maguire credits Carrick for Man United turnaround as Champions League return awaits

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire praised coach Michael Carrick for the turnaround in the club's fortunes after a 2-1 Premier League win over Brentford that leaves them close to a return to the Champions League after finishing 15th last term.