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Viva! Delirium in Madrid as Spain reach World Cup final
Roars of joy and honking car horns reverberated through Madrid on Tuesday as Spaniards celebrated their team overcoming France and moving to the cusp of a second World Cup crown.
Deschamps says France 'devastated' by defeat, questions referee
France coach Didier Deschamps said his players were left "devastated" by their World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain on Tuesday before aiming a barb at match referee Ivan Barton from El Salvador.
NFL Texans co-founder McNair dead at 89
Janice McNair, who co-founded the NFL's Houston Texans in 2002, died on Tuesday at age 89, the team announced.
Spain deliver World Cup masterclass against France to reach final
Spain snuffed out France's dream of a third World Cup triumph on Tuesday, taming their galaxy of forwards to win 2-0 and progress to a final against England or Argentina.
Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus' dreams of winning the title for the third time.
Brook upbeat about England ODI form amid Test captaincy uncertainty
Harry Brook was adamant England's white-ball cricket was "heading in the right direction" after another chastening one-day international loss saw India enjoy a six-wicket success at Edgbaston on Tuesday.
Hurdles record holder Tharp claims first win as professional in Budapest
New world record holder Ja’Kobe Tharp impressed on Tuesday by blazing to a 12.85sec clocking in the 110m hurdles at the Budapest meet, even though he eased up in the final metres.
McIlroy and Scheffler unconcerned by their place in golf history
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, the world's leading two golfers, both brushed aside questions about their places in sporting history with some black humour just two days out from their respective quests to win a second British Open title.
Gill enjoys more Edgbaston success as India beat England in 1st ODI
India captain Shubman Gill continued his Edgbaston love-affair as his side beat England by six wickets in the first one-day international on Tuesday.
England v Argentina: World Cup battles
England will face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, renewing a bitter rivalry in the tournament that stretches back to the early 1960s.
Argentina v England in the World Cup: much more than just a game
From the war they fought over the Falklands to Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal, Wednesday's semi-final against old foe England has ramifications far beyond the pitch for many Argentines.
Man Utd sign Aston Villa midfielder Tielemans
Manchester United on Tuesday announced the signing of Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for a reported fee of £35 million ($47 million).
Pogacar inspired by Djokovic after Tour de France jeers
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he faced jeers on French roads.
Balogun admits red card furore affected US World Cup team
Folarin Balogun admitted Tuesday that the suspension of his red card in the World Cup after President Donald Trump intervened put added pressure on the US team.
France, Spain battle for place in World Cup final
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday as they take on a Spain team that combines flair with defensive steel.
Pogacar inspired by Djokovic amid Tour de France jeers
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he faced jeers on French roads.
Pogacar inspsired by Djokovic amid Tour de France jeers
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he faced jeers on French roads.
England won't be drawn into Argentina World Cup rivalry: Kane
Harry Kane said England will not be distracted by the emotional baggage surrounding their blockbuster World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday.
Swiss World Cup squad return home to heroes' welcome
Cheering fans gave Switzerland's World Cup football squad a heroes' welcome as they returned home on Tuesday after reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years.
Pogacar wins Tour de France 10th stage on Bastille Day
Tadej Pogacar stormed to victory on France's national holiday with another dominant display on Tuesday's mountainous 10th stage to extend his overall lead at the Tour de France.
Arsenal agree Trossard fee for Beskitas switch
Belgium international Leandro Trossard is set to move to Turkish club Beskitas from Arsenal, the Premier League champions confirmed on Tuesday.
Brighton sign Croatia defender Veskovic for record fee
Brighton have signed Crotia defender Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported club record fee of £46 million ($62 million) that could yet increase.
India spark collapse before Root leads England to 258 in 1st ODI
Joe Root made India pay for giving him an early reprieve with a run-a-ball 76 not out as England fought back from a top-order collapse to make 258 in the first one-day international at Edgbaston on Tuesday.
Rose says there's still time to realise British Open dream
Justin Rose is confident time is still on his side as he bids to win a first British Open title, with this year's edition taking place on the Royal Birkdale course where he made his name.
Croatia ex-international Simic held in graft case: report
Former Croatian international footballer Dario Simic was arrested Tuesday in an anti-corruption operation linked to a coastal campsite development, the state-run HINA news agency reported.
Glasner warns 'no button to press' for Forest success
Oliver Glasner believes the foundations are in place for Nottingham Forest to make a sound start to the new Premier League season even though there is "no button to press" that will guarantee success.
France and Spain clash in World Cup semi-final
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday as they take on a Spain team that combines flair with defensive steel.
Knight wants England women to play more red-ball cricket after India loss
England great Heather Knight bowed out of international cricket calling for more domestic red-ball games following her side's 270-run thrashing by India in the inaugural women's Test at Lord's.
Bumrah returns for India as England bat in 1st ODI
Jasprit Bumrah was thrust straight back into the action after returning to the India side for the first one-day international against England at Edgbaston on Tuesday after home skipper Harry Brook won the toss and decided to bat.
Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
Lionel Messi has done just about everything possible in a glorious career, but the 39-year-old Argentinian great has never taken on England -- he will finally get the chance in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final.
Italy's Cannone gets four-match ban for red card against All Blacks
Italy lock forward Niccolo Cannone was on Tuesday banned for four matches after receiving a red card against New Zealand last weekend, meaning he will miss the Nations Championship clash with Australia.
England face might of Messi's Argentina in World Cup semi-final
England are bidding to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they renew their old rivalry with holders Argentina on Wednesday in a seismic semi-final showdown.