Neymar is first player forced to leave pitch as Brazil trials anti-time wasting rule

Santos captain Neymar became the first player in Brazil's Serie A to be forced off the field for a minute under a new rule aimed at curbing time-wasting by goalkeepers that is being tested in the league.

Football

Garcia blames Belgium’s doctors for World Cup struggles

Belgium's World Cup coach Rudi Garcia says their efforts at the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States were hampered by their medical team.

Football

FIFA confirms departure of senior executive Kevin Lamour after Infantino criticism

FIFA confirmed on Monday that Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour has left the governing body, weeks after he publicly criticised President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in its tournament business, including the World Cup.

Football

Former Spain defender Pique joins chess investment boom

Former Spain footballer Gerard Pique has become a strategic shareholder in a Global Chess League franchise, joining a growing number of athletes, like Erling Haaland, to invest in a sport rapidly evolving into a commercial entertainment property.

Badminton

Scotland's Gilmour draws criticism for comments on LGBTQ rights in Asia

Scotland’s women’s singles shuttler Kirsty Gilmour has come under fire for her remarks on wanting to see progress for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community in Asia.

Football

Man City accept Barcelona bid for Spain midfielder Rodri, say reports

Manchester City have accepted a £65.4 million ($88.47 million) bid from Barcelona for their World Cup-winning Spain midfielder Rodri, British media reported on Sunday.