Belgium remains the top-ranked team in world football in the latest FIFA rankings. Lionel Messi’s Argentina are in 2nd place with Spain in 3rd. The UAE has climbed to 64th while Northern Ireland and Scotland are both up one place. Michael O'Neill's side are 28th, while Gordon Strachen's men now sit 45th. England have retained their position of 9th and Wales stay 17th. India have climbed up to 160th after wins over Guam and Afghanistan.
Top contender Sabalenka faces fresh scrutiny at Wimbledon as mental scars linger
Aryna Sabalenka will carry the aftershocks of yet another Grand Slam meltdown into Wimbledon as the world number one comes under heightened scrutiny to show her nerve holds when the pressure spikes on the sport's biggest stage.
Munoz strike sends Colombia into World Cup Round of 32
Daniel Munoz has fired Colombia into the World Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday, sealing a 1-0 win over DR Congo in Group K after goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi had threatened to turn the match into a night of frustration.
Qatar's sports minister, Madibo visit Canada's injured Kone
Qatar's sports minister, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, and national team player Assim Madibo have visited Canada midfielder Ismael Kone to check on his health after he was injured during their World Cup game, the Qatar Football Association said on Wednesday.
Budimir gives Croatia win to eliminate Panama in Group L
Ante Budimir has guided Croatia to a 1-0 win over a stubborn Panama side in their World Cup Group L clash on Tuesday, giving the Balkan side a crucial three points and eliminating the Central Americans on a night where the stakes were high for both sides.
England fail to break down Ghana in goalless draw
England has failed to find a way through a resolute Ghana side and had to settle for a 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group L match on Tuesday.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has launched the Dubai-it Award to honour "individuals, projects, companies and institutions that... transform bold ideas into exceptional achievements".
Dubai Police have issued a warning about the dangers of not maintaining a safe distance between vehicles after a truck collision on a key road between Dubai and Sharjah left one injured.
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been appointed chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Dubai Real Estate Corporation.
