Football

Japan are aiming to qualify for their eighth successive FIFA World Cup finals. China, on the other hand, are looking to qualify for the global event for the first time since 2002.

Australia came through the second round of World Cup qualifier with a 100% record in Group I, while Bahrain had to make do with a runners-up position in Group H.

The two nations were previously involved in the second round of World Cup qualifiers, with Malaysia defeating Chinese Taipei 3-1 in their last outing almost three months ago, while Philippines lost out 2-0 to Indonesia.

Spain are the reigning Nations League champions, having defeated Croatia 5-4 in the final back in 2023. Luis de la Fuente's side, along with Serbia, are placed in League A Group 4 with Denmark and Switzerland.

The last meeting between these sides was back in June in a friendly and it ended 2-1 in favour of Croatia. Luka Modric and Ante Budimir netted either side of Diogo Jota's equaliser.

Kylian Mbappe, who moved to Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, opened his account in the La Liga with a fine finish after Federico Valverde's beautiful backheel pass in the 67th-minute. The French superstar completed his brace eight minutes later, this time from the penalty spot.

Mohamed Salah delivered a masterclass at Old Trafford as Liverpool secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester United in their Premier League clash on Sunday.

Liverpool maintained their flawless start to the Premier League season with a resounding 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, extending their unbeaten run.

In a match filled with drama and controversy, Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw on Saturday, with both teams dropping points despite their strong starts to the Premier League season.

In a dramatic turn of events on transfer deadline day, Arsenal has completed a shock loan signing of Raheem Sterling from Chelsea, signaling an end to his turbulent spell at Stamford Bridge.