Could the upcoming Rugby Union World Cup be the final one with five points awarded for a try? Trials are going to take place in Wales, in which six-points will be awarded. Penalties and drop-goals will also be reduced from three points to two in the Principality Premiership this season. The thinking behind it is that it could make games more open and attacking, with the ball being in play more and fewer penalties and drop-goals attempted.
Barcelona hit seven past Newcastle to roar into Champions League quarters
Barcelona stormed into the Champions League quarter-finals with a thumping 7-2 victory over Newcastle United at Camp Nou on Wednesday, sealing an emphatic 8-3 aggregate triumph in a compelling round-of-16 tie.
Sabalenka unsure of Dubai tournament return after criticism over withdrawal
World number one Aryna Sabalenka said she is unsure about her return to the Dubai Championships after its tournament director criticised her withdrawal this year, labelling the demand for tougher penalties on late pullouts a "ridiculous" idea.
Vinicius Jr nets double as Real Madrid dispatch Man City in Champions League
Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice as the Spanish side eased into the Champions League quarter‑finals on Tuesday, beating 10-man Manchester City 2-1 in an entertaining match at the Etihad Stadium to complete a 5-1 aggregate victory.
Morocco declared AFCON champions, Senegal to protest being stripped of title
Morocco have been declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after their appeal to the Confederation of African Football’s disciplinary committee over the result of January's final was upheld, African football's governing body said on Tuesday.
Iran federation negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup games to Mexico
Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico due to concerns about the safety of their players, Iranian football president Mehdi Taj said on Monday.
The UAE's air defence systems are responding to missile and drone threats from Iran, with authorities advising the public to stay in a safe location.
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced full operational readiness across all entry points, rolling out a proactive plan to ensure the smooth flow of food, agricultural and animal imports ahead of Eid Al Fitr and rising market demand.
The United Arab Emirates has affirmed that targeting energy facilities linked to the South Pars gas field in Iran represents a serious escalation and constitutes a direct threat to global energy security.
