Perfect record for France but a lot to improve as knockout phase looms
– Hosts France benefited from two highly debatable goals in their last two Group A games as they reached the World Cup knockout phase with a perfect record that did not mask their shortcomings.
Former UEFA head Platini detained in Qatar World Cup probe
Michel Platini, the former head of European football association UEFA, was detained for questioning by French police on Tuesday over the awarding of the 2022 World Cup soccer tournament to Qatar, a judicial source told Reuters.
Former UEFA chief Michel Platini questioned in Qatar World Cup probe
Michel Platini, the former head of European football association UEFA, was detained for questioning by French police on Tuesday over the awarding of the 2022 World Cup soccer tournament to Qatar, a judicial source told Reuters.
Former UEFA chief Platini questioned in Qatar World Cup probe: judicial source
Michel Platini, the former head of European football association UEFA, was detained and questioned by French police on Tuesday over the awarding of the World Cup to Qatar, a French judicial source confirmed to Reuters.
Kyrgios welcomes ‘warrior’ Murray’s return
Australian Nick Kyrgios has welcomed Andy Murray’s return to tennis after hip surgery, saying he could not believe his eyes when he ran into the Briton practicing at Queens Club on Monday.
MLB roundup: Yanks’ Tanaka shuts out Rays
Masahiro Tanaka pitched a two-hitter and was backed by two homers, as the New York Yankees opened a 10-game homestand with a 3-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night.
MLB notebook: Rangers’ Pence heads to IL
The Texas Rangers placed outfielder Hunter Pence on the 10-day injured list Monday because of a strained right groin.
NBA notebook: Gunshots mar Raptors’ title celebration
Four people sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds at Monday’s rally celebrating the Raptors’ championship, Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders said.
Polkinghorne out, 16-year-old Fowler an option for Matildas
Australia central defender Clare Polkinghorne is unavailable for their final Group C game at the women’s World Cup, coach Ante Milicic has said, but 16-year-old striker Mary Fowler could get a runout against Jamaica.
Pelicans pick up Gentry’s 2020-21 option
The New Orleans Pelicans picked up the 2020-21 option for head coach Alvin Gentry, who is now under contract for the next two seasons.
