Liverpool reached the semi-finals of the League Cup with an emphatic 6-1 win at Southampton. The Reds fell behind in the first minute, when Sadio Mane sent a thunderous header past Adam Bogdan. However, a quick-fire double from the returning Daniel Sturridge turned the game around mid-way through the first half. Divock Origi scored a hat-trick, with Jordan Ibe also finding the net, to set up a last-four meeting with Stoke City. The other semi-final tie sees Everton clash with Manchester City.
FIFA bans reusable bottles at World Cup venues citing safety concerns
Attendees of the World Cup will not be allowed to carry reusable water bottles into venues due to safety concerns, FIFA said on Thursday, following a last-minute change to its Stadium Code of Conduct.
Arnaldi through to semi-finals as fellow Italian Berrettini retires injured
Matteo Arnaldi has come out on top in an all-Italian clash at the French Open to reach his maiden Grand Slam semi-final after his opponent Matteo Berrettini retired injured while trailing 7-5 5-2 on Wednesday.
Yamal could be fit for World Cup opener: Spain coach
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has stated that Lamine Yamal could be fit in time for the team's first World Cup match against Cape Verde on June 15 as the forward recovers from a torn left hamstring.
Mourinho lined up for Real return if Perez wins election
Jose Mourinho will return to manage Real Madrid if Florentino Perez wins the club's presidential election on Sunday, the sitting president confirmed on Wednesday as he campaigns for another term at the helm of the LaLiga club.
Cobolli overcomes Auger-Aliassime for Paris semis spot
Flavio Cobolli started slowly in wild and windy conditions at the French Open before blowing away Canadian fourth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 on Wednesday, making the semi-finals at Roland Garros for the first time.
