Japan quietly emerging as WWC contenders but real test of credentials lies ahead
Japan are looming as potential challengers for the FIFA Women’s World Cup but the real test of their credentials will come in their final Group C outing.
England’s Ollie Watkins marked his international return with a second-half winner as their much-changed side beat Australia 1-0 in a friendly at a wet Wembley Stadium on Friday.
Brazil’s teenage prodigy Endrick broke down in tears as he stepped out to play his last match for his lifelong club Palmeiras on Thursday, with fans serenading him while they held up a giant flag with his image and the words “See you soon”.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr made their numerical advantage count against 10-man Persepolis as the Saudi Pro League side kicked off their Asian Champions League campaign with a 2-0 win.
