Sports across Malaysia
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Gaultier backs Sivasangari to cause upset at Qatar Classic
S. Sivasangari will face top-ranked Hania El Hammamy of Egypt in the Qatar Classic semi-finals in Doha on Thursday. Her coach Gregory Gaultier believes the world No. 5 is fit and in form to cause an upset ahead of the Asian Games in Nagoya.
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FAM extraordinary congress to decide 10 leadership seats tomorrow
The Football Association of Malaysia will hold an extraordinary congress tomorrow to elect its new leadership, including the president and vice-presidents. The election follows the resignation of all executive committee members in January after a document forgery scandal involving seven players. Former EXCO member Datuk Christopher Raj urged delegates to choose individuals capable of real change.
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Davis Cup qualifiers: Zverev leads Germany against Croatia, USA face Czech Republic
Alexander Zverev returns to action for Germany's Davis Cup qualifier against Croatia in Halle this weekend, while Ben Shelton leads the USA against the Czech Republic in Prague. The winners advance to the eight-team Finals in Bologna in November.
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Bergson cleared by FIFA, ready to join Harimau Malaya camp
JDT striker Bergson da Silva says he cannot wait to join the Harimau Malaya training camp after FIFA approved his eligibility as a naturalised player. The 35-year-old Brazilian expressed his readiness ahead of the centralised camp scheduled to begin on 21 September.
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Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers
Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton return to action this weekend in Davis Cup qualifying ties. Germany face Croatia in Halle while the United States take on the Czech Republic in Prague. The winners advance to November's eight-team Finals in Bologna.
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Munoz defends JDT display after 1-1 draw with Buriram
In Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) coach Xisco Munoz defended his team's performance after a 1-1 draw with Buriram United in the opening East Zone match of the AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE). He was disappointed with the result but proud of his players' effort, and criticised the opponents' time-wasting tactics. Oscar Arribas was also unhappy after his 22nd-minute goal was disallowed by the referee.
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Samson's 57 off 22 seals India's T20 series win over Afghanistan
India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets in the second T20 international at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Sanju Samson struck 57 off 22 balls and Abhishek Sharma made 39 as India chased down 160 with 5.1 overs to spare. The third match is on Thursday at the same venue.
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Buriram hold JDT to 1-1 draw in Iskandar Puteri
Buriram United drew 1-1 with Johor Darul Ta'zim in the AFC Champions League Elite East Zone at Stadium Sultan Ibrahim, Iskandar Puteri. Buriram coach Mario Silva praised his players' commitment after playing with 10 men following captain Kenneth Dougall's red card in the 57th minute.
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Five Malaysian medal prospects to watch at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games
Malaysia is sending 352 athletes to the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, competing in 156 events across 30 sports with a target of six gold, seven silver and 20 bronze medals. The article profiles five medal prospects, including track cyclist Azizulhasni Awang and wushu exponent Tan Cheong Min, who will carry the Jalur Gemilang at the opening ceremony.
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Chee Hong withdraws from FAM EXCO race 48 hours before congress
Tang Chee Hong, a candidate for the FA-category EXCO seat representing the Chinese Football Association of Malaysia, has withdrawn from the FAM extraordinary congress election taking place tomorrow. The withdrawal turns the contest for three EXCO seats into a six-way race, with the real reason for his decision still unconfirmed. The congress will decide FAM's executive committee for the remainder of the 2025-2029 term.
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De Zerbi backs Spurs to click after League Cup exit
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi said his side will score and win plenty once they click, after a 3-1 League Cup loss to Liverpool left them winless in four games. Spurs have two points from four Premier League matches and next face Aston Villa on Saturday.
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Johan Kamal wants year-round youth leagues in every state
Selangor FC chief executive Dr Johan Kamal Hamidon wants every state to run a youth league all year if he is elected to FAM's club-category executive committee. He said youth development should not depend on short-term tournaments, citing JDT and Kuching City as models.
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Espi's 91st-minute goal gives Real Madrid 3-2 win at Elche
Real Madrid beat Elche 3-2 in La Liga on Tuesday at the Martinez Valero stadium, with substitute Carlos Espi scoring the winner in the 91st minute. The result puts Madrid level on points with Barcelona at the top of the table. Kylian Mbappe also scored for Madrid, while Elche remain bottom.
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Syed Yazid vows to fight for affiliates' voice if elected FAM deputy president
Syed Yazid Syed Omar has pledged to give affiliates a bigger say in FAM's direction if elected as its first deputy president tomorrow. The KLFA president said FAM decisions must consider state associations, clubs, players and coaches, not just the national team.
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Three-way fight for FAM deputy president post hinges on experience
The contest for FAM's first vice-president seat is a three-cornered fight between former vice-presidents Rosmadi Ismail and Mohd Firdaus Mohamed and former executive committee member Syed Yazid Syed Omar. All three are banking on their experience in Malaysian football ahead of tomorrow's election. The second vice-president post is a straight fight between N. Saaran and Afizal Abu Othman.
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Europa League league phase kicks off Wednesday, Milan host Benfica at San Siro
The new Europa League league phase begins on Wednesday, with AC Milan hosting Portuguese giants Benfica at San Siro in the standout tie of the opening matchday. Bayer Leverkusen face Celje, Sunderland meet AZ Alkmaar at the Stadium of Light, Celta Vigo travel to Omonia, while Lyon and Rennes also feature.
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Sabalenka fined RM30,450 for hitting ball at crowd in US Open final
Aryna Sabalenka was fined US$7,500 (RM30,450) after hitting a ball toward spectators and smashing her racket during her US Open final defeat to Elena Rybakina at Flushing Meadows. The loss also saw Rybakina take the world number one ranking from Sabalenka.
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League Cup third round: Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1 to reach round four
Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1 in the third round of the English League Cup to advance to the fourth round. Mac Allister opened the scoring, Gakpo added a goal and an assist, and Szoboszlai sealed the win with a late long-range strike; Schlager scored Tottenham's consolation.
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Aaron Chia and Tee Kai Wun ready for Asian Games 2026
Malaysian men's doubles shuttlers Aaron Chia and Tee Kai Wun are preparing for the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 as a scratch pairing. Aaron said they play with less pressure and hope to spring a surprise and contribute a medal for the Malaysian contingent. They will be joined by Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Mohd Rumsani in the men's doubles sector.
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Norris tests McLaren hypercar, Verstappen needs title-winning package
Lando Norris tested McLaren's hypercar that will enter the 2027 WEC after finishing third at the Spanish GP. Toto Wolff set out what Verstappen needs to challenge for the 2027 title, as Antonelli leads with eight wins.
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Tuchel regrets not eating Azteca grass
England manager Thomas Tuchel says he regrets not eating grass at the Azteca Stadium after the 3-2 win over Mexico at the World Cup in July. He says EURO 2028 preparations are easier than the North America World Cup and wants to build on that campaign.
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Dembele hits back at Mbappe as Ballon d'Or 2026 race heats up
Ousmane Dembele has responded to Kylian Mbappe's claim that he is the favourite for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, saying his success came from hard work rather than being a chosen one. He spoke after PSG's win over Brest. The award ceremony is scheduled for London on 26 October.
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De Zerbi apologises after Tottenham lose 1-3 to Liverpool
Tottenham Hotspur were knocked out of the League Cup after a 1-3 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday. Manager Roberto De Zerbi apologised and admitted his team are in a difficult moment, with only one win in their first four league games.
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Capitals say Ovechkin was asked to appear in United Russia campaign video
The Washington Capitals said Alexander Ovechkin was asked to take part in a video campaign for United Russia, the party backed by Vladimir Putin, while he was in Russia this summer. The NHL's all-time leading scorer appears behind Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in the ad, drawing criticism including from Czech goaltender Dominik Hasek as Russia heads to a parliamentary election on September 18-20.