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Algeria beats Sudan 3-0 in Africa Cup of Nations opener

Algeria started their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 3-0 win over Sudan on Wednesday. Captain Riyad Mahrez scored twice, including a goal within the first two minutes, and Ibrahim Maza added a late third as the 2019 champions opened their Group E campaign in Rabat.

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The 25 best sports photos of 2025 - and the stories behind them

From the bottom of the swimming pool to the top of the pole vault bar, photographers reveal the stories behind these amazing shots. And a bonus point if you can spot the photographer in their own image.

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No spinner for Australia on 'grassy' MCG pitch

Australia will not play a spinner in the Boxing Day Test on a Melbourne pitch stand-in captain Steve Smith described as “quite furry, quite green”.

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‘Am I allowed to hold it?’: behind the seams of the MCG’s Shane Warne exhibition

Pivotal items from the legendary leg-spinner’s career, including the ball of the century, make up the exhibit“I feel like a medieval pilgrim being ushered into a chapel to behold some holy relics,” whispers Tom Holland as we head deeper into the bowels of the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The historian …

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Does religion have a role to play in sport?

Athletes and footballers tell us if talking about their faith impacts how they are treated in sport.

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Telluride resort owner rips into ski patrol union after strikes shuts down slopes on Christmas

The Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association voted to strike Saturday after contract negotiations since June failed to yield an agreement on pay.

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'England must stir themselves to find a Christmas miracle'

England must stir themselves and move on from investigations and social media videos if they want to avoid a potential 5-0 Ashes whitewash, writes chief cricket report Stephan Shemilt.

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Bewildering and bewitching Newcastle seek solution to end chaos

Despite tactical flaws and a fixture pile-up, Eddie Howe still has a ‘glass half full’ attitude before Manchester United tripNewcastle supporters are starting to regard Eddie Howe’s team as an unreliable friend. Catch them on the right night and they invariably prove the life and soul of the thrilli…

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AFCON 2025: Senegal off to perfect start win comfortable win over Botswana

Senegal had an easy game against Botswana (3-0). Nicolas Jackson scored twice.

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This is my toughest time as England captain - Stokes

Ben Stokes said he is going through his "toughest time" as England captain, as the tourists' awful Ashes series is dogged by reports of excessive drinking.

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Millions flock to airports as Christmas travel hits peak

Since Friday, more than 11.1 million people have passed through TSA checkpoints at airports nationwide. Kris Van Cleave reports from Los Angeles International Airport.

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What are professional footballers tucking into at Christmas?

A chef for Premier League footballers reveals how he keeps them fit and healthy around Christmas.

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Amad Diallo scores goal as Ivory Coast win against Mozambique at AFCON

A lone goal by the Manchester United forward is enough for Ivory Coast to successfully begin their AFCON title defence.

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Ex-poker player Bord is preferred Sheff Wed bidder

Former professional poker player James Bord is chosen as the preferred bidder for Sheffield Wednesday, BBC Sport can confirm.

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PUBG MOBILE: Meet the Creators Shaping the Next Generation of Play

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The final Christmas Day fixture in England - 60 years on

This year marks the 60th anniversary since the final Football League match was played on Christmas Day in England.

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Amorim challenges Manchester United to ‘step up’ after Bruno Fernandes injury

‘It’s impossible to replace Bruno … we need more leaders’United host Newcastle in Premier League on Boxing DayRuben Amorim has described Bruno Fernandes as “impossible to replace” but has told Manchester United’s players the captain’s injury is a chance for them to step up.Fernandes was forced off a…

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Afcon roundup: Tapsoba seals dramatic injury-time comeback for Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso win 2-1 against 10-man Equatorial GuineaTwo goals in three minutes of added time cap turnaroundEdmond Tapsoba headed Burkina Faso to a dramatic 2-1 Africa Cup of Nations victory over 10-man Equatorial Guinea as they struck twice in stoppage time to snatch the points.The Stallions domina…

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It's time for Wright to retire - Van Gerwen

Three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen says Peter Wright should retire following his defeat in the PDC World Darts Championship.

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Australia mull over spin question as Todd Murphy enters mix with plenty to play for

Off-spinner not guaranteed spot in XI but may have key role against a side that will try to clear the boundaryIt would really be something. A Victorian spin bowler – one from St Kilda Cricket Club, no less – walking out on Boxing Day to play an Ashes Test in the shadow of the Shane Warne Stand at th…