Spain coach leaps to striker’s defence after poor show in opening game, vows to retain him against Poland

Striker’s lacklustre form forced coach Southgate to replace him with Rashford in goalless draw

Midfielder’s impressive brace in 3-0 win over Switzerland helped Azzurri book last-16 berth

Midfielder scores only goal of the game as Messi and co go joint top of Group A with Chile

Track legend passes away aged 91 following a long battle with Covid-19

American swim legend clocks 1:59.67 to finish seventh in 200m medley won by Michael Andrew

Raisi, 60, takes over from Rouhani in August as Iran seeks to salvage its tattered nuclear deal

Confrontation came after Palestinians protested against Jewish nationalists

26-year-old Bayern Munich versatile star has matured into a key player for club and country

Inter player had to be revived after his heart stopped during Euro 2020 match, casting a dark shadow over his career