Paul Pogba has given the strongest indication yet that he wants to leave Manchester United this summer to seek a "new challenge".

Andy Murray has described an operation on his ailing hip as "life-changing" as he prepares to make his return to competitive tennis.

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has been served with court papers related to a rape lawsuit in the United States, according to documents filed by his lawyers on Friday.

Five-time world player of the year Ronaldo is accused of rape by Kathryn Mayorga, who claims the Portuguese soccer star assaulted her in a Las Vegas hotel in 2009.

A brace from Philippe Coutinho handed hosts Brazil a winning start to the Copa America on Friday in a 3-0 victory over Bolivia as the absence of superstar Neymar was quickly forgotten.

The 18-year-old joins from FC Tokyo and will play for Madrid's B team, Castilla, next season.

"Takefusa Kubo will join Castilla next season," a Real Madrid statement read.

Factfiles of Africa Cup of Nations Group B teams:

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Inspired by injured teammate Kevin Durant and facing an emotional must-win game, the Golden State Warriors are counting upon resiliency and fighting spirit to stay alive in the NBA Finals.

A former youth football coach at English Premier League side Southampton was jailed for 24 years on Wednesday for sexually abusing young players during a 25-year period.

Lionel Messi was the world's highest paid athlete over the past year, Forbes reported on Tuesday in its annual sporting rich list.