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By SAMUEL PETREQUIN A French appeals court confirmed Friday that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case. The defender, who is currently playing with Morocco at the World Cup after winning the Champions League for a second straight year with PSG, had appealed a February decision by […]

Arsenal will begin its Premier League title defense at home against newly promoted Coventry, kicking off the league’s 2026-27 season on August 21. Manchester City, in its first season in 10 years without Pep Guardiola as manager, will host Bournemouth in its season opener, and Manchester United will visit promoted Hull. The season’s fixtures were released by the league on Friday morning. The season starts one week later than the 2025-26 campaign, to allow for player recovery following the World Cup. The final round will be played on Sunday, May 30, six days before the Champions League final on June 5 in Madrid.

India men’s hockey team narrowly lost 1-2 to world champions Germany in their FIH Pro League 2025–26 match in Rotterdam. Jugraj Singh scored in his 100th international appearance to give India the lead, but late penalty corner goals from Justus Weigand and Jakob Brilla sealed a comeback win for Germany despite India’s strong possession and defensive control.

Manchester United want to strengthen Michael Carrick's depth in midfield as the club look to compete in the Premier League and Champions League next season

There may be a World Cup on, but the countdown to the new Premier League season can also begin. The 2026/27 season starts on 22 August as champions

24-year-old Prema has played six Women's Premier League matches for RCB in the last two seasons and picked three wickets. She is yet to make her India debut.

India go down fighting against Germany in FIH Pro League clash - Rotterdam, June 19 The Indian men’s hockey team put up a strong fight against reigning world champions Germany ... Get Latest News on Other Sports only on lokmattimes.com

Shreyanka Patil has been ruled out of India’s ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. Patil suffered a devastating ankle injury during the league stage match against Netherlands.

LIV Golf pros Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood settle DP World Tour fines, but their Ryder Cup futures remain uncertain.

If you're a sports lover, this SBS Punjabi program is for you! Hear an exclusive interview with Sarpreet Singh, the second-generation Punjabi New Zealander who became the first Punjabi to play at the FIFA World Cup 2026. We also speak with Nikhil Chaudhary, who has made history by earning a place in Australia's T20 cricket team after impressing in the Big Bash League (BBL). Listen to these exclusive conversations, along with the latest news and Punjabi music, in this SBS Punjabi catch-up podcast episode.

The Indian Men's Hockey Team put up a strong fight against reigning World Champions Germany, but narrowly went down 1-2 in their third match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2025-26 Rotterdam leg on Thursday night.

LONDON, June 18 - Tottenham Hotspur have signed Netherlands World Cup defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion on a long-term contract, the Premier League clubs announced on Thursday, as the club rebuilds under new head coach Roberto De Zerbi. Read more at straitstimes.com.

June 18 - Liverpool have signed Spain forward Victor Munoz on a long-term deal from Osasuna, the Premier League club announced on Thursday, marking the first arrival since Andoni Iraola took over as coach earlier this month. Read more at straitstimes.com.

June 18 (Reuters) - Liverpool ⁠have signed Spain forward Victor Munoz ⁠on a long-term deal from Osasuna, the ‌Premier League club announced on Thursday, marking the first arrival since Andoni Iraola took over as coach earlier ​this month.

Robbo was in direct opposition to Morocco star Achraf Hakimi when the Reds faced PSG in the Champions League

A former England and Premier League defender was struck in the head by a bottle when commentating on Colombia's 3-1 win over Uzbekistan at the World Cup.

Telegraph Sport charts coach’s journey from lower-league footballer to England assistant manager and set-piece supremo

Students can get updated on key national, international, and sports news for June 19. Highlights include India-US trade talks, monsoon concerns, and an EPF interest rate approval. International news features a US-Iran peace agreement, while sports cover FIFA World Cup updates and an FIH Pro League victory for India.

Real Madrid have secured the signing of French defender Ibrahima Konaté on a four-year deal following his departure from Premier League side Liverpool.

England cannot win the World Cup with Jordan Pickford as first choice goalkeeper, believes former Premier League striker Troy Deeney.

Scott McTominay has been tipped to play an important role for Scotland against Morocco at the World Cup

FORMER Premier League star Warren Barton was struck by a bottle and left bleeding while commentating at the World Cup. Barton, 57, covered...

Coventry City are looking to put together a squad capable of competing in the Premier League next season

NFL players want natural grass. The league is insistent on artificial turf. Here's how the University of Tennessee is caught in the middle.

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India defeated world champions Germany 3-1 in a FIH Pro League match on Wednesday

India beat world champions Germany 3-1 in FIH Pro League - Rotterdam, June 18 The Indian men’s hockey team produced a solid performance to defeat world champions Germany 3-1 ... Get Latest News on Other Sports only on lokmattimes.com

Roberto Martinez’s management of Cristiano Ronaldo has come under fresh scrutiny after Portugal’s World Cup opener left pundits questioning who really makes the big calls.

Andoni Iraola has made a big move for his first transfer as Liverpool boss.

A former Philadelphia Phillies World Series champion will be participating in All-Star festivities. Shane Victorino, the starting center fielder of the 2008 championship squad, will manage the National League’s prospects in the Futures Game. Former Phillies manager Larry Bowa will manage the American League prospects. The Futures Game is an exhibition during the All-Star break, in […]

Portugal has a star-studded squad for the 2026 World Cup, and it may be considered the best Portugal World Cup roster ever. Last year, Portugal won the UEFA Nations League over Spain, which demonstrates how capable this national team can compete with other big nations.

Portugal started off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on an insipid note following their 1-1 draw against DR Congo in Houston on Wednesday. Joao Neves scored early to break the deadlock, but that was largely the only positive for the Nations League holders, who struggled to make an impact.