Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has said he will not quit. Van Gaal said there is no need to resign after his team drew 0-0 with Chelsea on Monday. He has been under increasing pressure as United have failed to win in multiple games. The Dutchman had earlier hinted at resignation after United's dismal performance this month, but claimed his comments were taken out of context.
Former F1 team boss Eddie Jordan dies aged 76
Former Formula One team boss Eddie Jordan has died of prostate cancer at his home in South Africa, the Irishman's family said on Thursday in a statement. He was 76.
India team gets $6.7 million bonus for Champions Trophy win
The Indian cricket board (BCCI) handed its team, which claimed the Champions Trophy title earlier this month, a $6.72 million (AED 24.6 million) cash bonus on Thursday, an amount three times the winner's purse for the 50-overs tournament.
UAE head to Iran for World Cup qualifier
The UAE take on Iran on Thursday in a crunch World Cup 2026 qualifier in Tehran. A win for Paulo Bento’s side will keep the UAE in contention to qualify for the global showcase, being held in the USA, Mexico and Canada next year.
Kyrgios earns first win in more than two years
Australian Nick Kyrgios came from behind to defeat Mackenzie McDonald 3-6 6-3 6-4 in the first round of the Miami Open on Wednesday to earn his first win since October 2022.
Tour de France to start in Edinburgh in 2027
The Scottish city of Edinburgh will host the Tour de France Grand Depart in 2027 as the world's most famous cycling race returns to Britain for the fifth time.
