Chelsea's Spanish defenders Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso have resumed training after missing the last two matches due to injury and COVID-19 respectively, the Premier League club said.

Club captain Azpilicueta suffered an injury in Chelsea's League Cup defeat by Liverpool. He missed their 3-2 FA Cup win over Luton Town last week and the 4-0 rout of Burnley in the league over the weekend.

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Alonso was also ruled out of both matches due to COVID-19 but the pair have returned to full fitness and trained on Monday ahead of Thursday's league visit to Norwich City and Sunday's game at home against Newcastle United.

Chelsea are third in the table with 53 points from 26 matches, 10 points behind second-placed Liverpool and 16 adrift of leaders Manchester City, who both have games in hand.

Chelsea's Spanish defenders Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso have resumed training after missing the last two matches due to injury and COVID-19 respectively, the Premier League club said.

Chelsea's Spanish defenders Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso have resumed training after missing the last two matches due to injury and COVID-19 respectively, the Premier League club said. Club captain Azpilicueta suffered an injury in Chelsea's League Cup defeat by Liverpool. He missed their 3-2 FA Cup win over Luton Town last week and the 4-0 rout of Burnley in the league over the weekend. ALSO READ: Champions League: Liverpool's Juergen Klopp warns against complacency ahead of Inter second leg Alonso was also ruled out of both matches due to COVID-19 but the pair have returned to full fitness and trained on Monday ahead of Thursday's league visit to Norwich City and Sunday's game at home against Newcastle United. Chelsea are third in the table with 53 points from 26 matches, 10 points behind second-placed Liverpool and 16 adrift of leaders Manchester City, who both have games in hand.

Chelsea's Spanish defenders Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso resume training after injury, illness

India batter Ishan Kishan has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a head injury during the second T20I against Sri Lanka on Saturday.

"Ishan Kishan discharged from the hospital but he is under close observation of BCCI's medical team. He is likely to be rested from the third T20I against Sri Lanka," sources in the know of developments told ANI.

Ishan Kishan sustained a head injury on Saturday and was rushed to a hospital in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh after the second T20I.

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Apart from him, Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal was also taken to the hospital after he endured a thumb injury while fielding.

Coming to the second T20I, Shreyas Iyer smashed a stylish fifty before Ravindra Jadeja slammed 45 in 18 balls to help India defeat Sri Lanka in the second T20I by seven wickets on Saturday.

With this win, India also sealed the two-match T20I series (2-0) with a game to go. The third T20I between both sides will be played on Sunday.

India batter Ishan Kishan has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a head injury during the second T20I against Sri Lanka on Saturday. "Ishan Kishan discharged from the hospital but he is under close observation of BCCI's medical team.

India batter Ishan Kishan has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a head injury during the second T20I against Sri Lanka on Saturday. "Ishan Kishan discharged from the hospital but he is under close observation of BCCI's medical team. He is likely to be rested from the third T20I against Sri Lanka," sources in the know of developments told ANI. Ishan Kishan sustained a head injury on Saturday and was rushed to a hospital in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh after the second T20I. ALSO READ: Rohit Sharma achieves new milestone as captain after India hammer Sri Lanka in 2nd T20I Apart from him, Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal was also taken to the hospital after he endured a thumb injury while fielding. Coming to the second T20I, Shreyas Iyer smashed a stylish fifty before Ravindra Jadeja slammed 45 in 18 balls to help India defeat Sri Lanka in the second T20I by seven wickets on Saturday. With this win, India also sealed the two-match T20I series (2-0) with a game to go. The third T20I between both sides will be played on Sunday.

Ishan Kishan discharged from hospital after suffering head injury, likely to be rested for 3rd T20I vs SL

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri said that Leonardo Bonucci could miss Friday's derby clash with Torino through injury, having just returned to action, and it remains uncertain whether the defender will be fit for next week's Champions League.

The Italy centre back played his first games of 2022 last week following a spell on the sidelines with a muscle injury, but his manager had further bad news over Bonucci's fitness.

"Tomorrow's game is really complicated," Allegri told a news conference on Thursday. "I am sure we won't have Leonardo Bonucci. He has calf fatigue and we`ll see if he can recover for Tuesday (against Villarreal in the Champions League last 16).

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"He played in Bergamo (against Atalanta on Sunday) and he was already fatigued in the first half."

I don't know if Dusan Vlahovic, Alvaro Morata and Paulo Dybala will play. Federico Bernardeschi is still not ready because of an adductor problem, so we can't take any risk. Federico Chiesa is out, Giorgio Chiellini is out, Danilo is suspended."

Allegri's side needed a stoppage-time intervention from Danilo to salvage a point at the home of fellow Champions League chasers Atalanta last weekend, but the draw stretched Juve's unbeaten run in Serie A to 11 games.

Title talk may be premature, given fourth-placed Juve trail leaders AC Milan by nine points still, but they will be keen to keep the pressure on with victory over city rivals Torino, who they have not been beaten by in 15 matches in all competitions.

"The derby is always a special game, we play against a Torino side that has real soul," he added. "Ivan Juric (Torino's coach) has brought their DNA back to the club.

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"Ivan did well at (Hellas) Verona and is doing well at Torino. Torino, Verona and Atalanta are physical teams that play with great intensity.

"We'll play at home, I know the stadium will be sold out, although the capacity is reduced to 50%. It will be a complicated game, the third against physical teams that play in the same way. I hope we learned something in the first two."

Torino sit 10th in the standings on 32 points from 24 matches played.

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri said that Leonardo Bonucci could miss Friday's derby clash with Torino through injury, having just returned to action, and it remains uncertain whether the defender will be fit for next week's Champions League.

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri said that Leonardo Bonucci could miss Friday's derby clash with Torino through injury, having just returned to action, and it remains uncertain whether the defender will be fit for next week's Champions League. The Italy centre back played his first games of 2022 last week following a spell on the sidelines with a muscle injury, but his manager had further bad news over Bonucci's fitness. "Tomorrow's game is really complicated," Allegri told a news conference on Thursday. "I am sure we won't have Leonardo Bonucci. He has calf fatigue and we`ll see if he can recover for Tuesday (against Villarreal in the Champions League last 16). ALSO READ: Fans raise WHOPPING sum for young kid who sent heartwarming note to favourite player Harry McKirdy "He played in Bergamo (against Atalanta on Sunday) and he was already fatigued in the first half." I don't know if Dusan Vlahovic, Alvaro Morata and Paulo Dybala will play. Federico Bernardeschi is still not ready because of an adductor problem, so we can't take any risk. Federico Chiesa is out, Giorgio Chiellini is out, Danilo is suspended." Allegri's side needed a stoppage-time intervention from Danilo to salvage a point at the home of fellow Champions League chasers Atalanta last weekend, but the draw stretched Juve's unbeaten run in Serie A to 11 games. Title talk may be premature, given fourth-placed Juve trail leaders AC Milan by nine points still, but they will be keen to keep the pressure on with victory over city rivals Torino, who they have not been beaten by in 15 matches in all competitions. "The derby is always a special game, we play against a Torino side that has real soul," he added. "Ivan Juric (Torino's coach) has brought their DNA back to the club. ALSO READ: Champions League: Firmino, Salah star in Liverpool's win over Inter Milan, Bayern-Salzburg play out a draw "Ivan did well at (Hellas) Verona and is doing well at Torino. Torino, Verona and Atalanta are physical teams that play with great intensity. "We'll play at home, I know the stadium will be sold out, although the capacity is reduced to 50%. It will be a complicated game, the third against physical teams that play in the same way. I hope we learned something in the first two." Torino sit 10th in the standings on 32 points from 24 matches played.

Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci could miss crucial games due to injury

World number four Rafa Nadal on Tuesday said he had withdrawn from the Masters 1000 hardcourt event underway in Toronto due to persistent pain in his injured left foot.

The injury kept the 20-time Grand Slam champion out of Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics this year and played a role in his shock third-round exit at the Washington Open last week.

"I have had this issue for a couple of months, as people know," said Nadal, a five-time winner of the event which was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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"Of course, it is not a happy situation after all the success that I had here in Canada, not being able to play this year after missing a year."

He said the decision was a tough one but added that the most important thing was getting better so he could go back to appreciate his time on the court.

"Today, with this pain, I am not able to enjoy it, and I really don't believe that I have the chance to fight for the things that I really need to fight for," he said.

Nadal has said he has been dealing with a recurring foot issue since 2005, which returned at this year's Roland Garros, where he fell to eventual champion Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals before deciding to sit out two of the year's biggest events.

Nadal will now turn his attention to getting fit ahead of the U.S. Open in New York.

"I really wanted to play here a lot, but now is the moment to make a decision, and this is, unfortunately, the decision that I have taken, and probably in the next couple of days we are going to know more," he said.

Second seed Nadal will be replaced by the lucky loser and fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez in the main draw.

World number four Rafa Nadal on Tuesday said he had withdrawn from the Masters 1000 hardcourt event underway in Toronto due to persistent pain in his injured left foot.

World number four Rafa Nadal on Tuesday said he had withdrawn from the Masters 1000 hardcourt event underway in Toronto due to persistent pain in his injured left foot. The injury kept the 20-time Grand Slam champion out of Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics this year and played a role in his shock third-round exit at the Washington Open last week. "I have had this issue for a couple of months, as people know," said Nadal, a five-time winner of the event which was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ALSO READ: Tennis: Novak Djokovic withdraws from Western & Southern Open "Of course, it is not a happy situation after all the success that I had here in Canada, not being able to play this year after missing a year." He said the decision was a tough one but added that the most important thing was getting better so he could go back to appreciate his time on the court. "Today, with this pain, I am not able to enjoy it, and I really don't believe that I have the chance to fight for the things that I really need to fight for," he said. Nadal has said he has been dealing with a recurring foot issue since 2005, which returned at this year's Roland Garros, where he fell to eventual champion Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals before deciding to sit out two of the year's biggest events. Nadal will now turn his attention to getting fit ahead of the U.S. Open in New York. "I really wanted to play here a lot, but now is the moment to make a decision, and this is, unfortunately, the decision that I have taken, and probably in the next couple of days we are going to know more," he said. Second seed Nadal will be replaced by the lucky loser and fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez in the main draw.

Tennis: Rafael Nadal withdraws from Toronto Masters with persistent foot injury

Jofra Archer's expectations of initiating England's T20 World Cup and Ashes crusades this year have been finished after the rise in his stress fracture in his right elbow.&nbsp;

The 26-year-old quick bowler has spent most of the summer uninvolved subsequent to going through a medical procedure to eliminate an obtrusion in the joint in May and his dream of returning halfway through the current India Test series was consistently hopeful.&nbsp;

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Yet, after his return for Sussex, bowling nine overs in two white-ball matches, Archer revealed further distress, with a visit to an expert conveying the news that the injury is worse than both he and England were dreading about the same.

"The England and Wales Cricket Board can confirm that England fast bowler Jofra Archer underwent further scans on his injured right elbow last week. The scans revealed that he has suffered a recurrence of a stress fracture of his right elbow," said ECB in a press release.&nbsp;

"In response to these findings, he has been ruled out for the rest of the year and will miss the current LV= Insurance Test series against India, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 and the Ashes series in Australia," they added.

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"The 26-year-old, who had an operation in May to remove a bone fragment from his elbow, returned to play last month. As part of his return-to-bowling programme, he became aware of increasing discomfort in his elbow during matches for Sussex in the Vitality Blast and a 50-over friendly against Oxfordshire. The operation is not related to the stress fracture that sidelined the player previously," the statement further read.&nbsp;

"He will now spend time on an extended break from cricket before returning for a medical review in early autumn," the statement concluded.

For England, it addresses a major setback to their summer with its Twenty20 mission in the United Arab Emirates from mid-October, before the five-Test Ashes series in Australia that follows.

Jofra Archer's expectations of initiating England's T20 World Cup and Ashes crusades this year have been finished after the rise in his stress fracture in his right elbow.

Jofra Archer's expectations of initiating England's T20 World Cup and Ashes crusades this year have been finished after the rise in his stress fracture in his right elbow. The 26-year-old quick bowler has spent most of the summer uninvolved subsequent to going through a medical procedure to eliminate an obtrusion in the joint in May and his dream of returning halfway through the current India Test series was consistently hopeful. ALSO READ: Cricket: Focus on the basics and you will succeed - 'Test matches are very simple,' says Mohammed Shami Yet, after his return for Sussex, bowling nine overs in two white-ball matches, Archer revealed further distress, with a visit to an expert conveying the news that the injury is worse than both he and England were dreading about the same. "The England and Wales Cricket Board can confirm that England fast bowler Jofra Archer underwent further scans on his injured right elbow last week. The scans revealed that he has suffered a recurrence of a stress fracture of his right elbow," said ECB in a press release. "In response to these findings, he has been ruled out for the rest of the year and will miss the current LV= Insurance Test series against India, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 and the Ashes series in Australia," they added. ALSO READ: Cricket: I am enjoying the Dukes' ball and English conditions, says medium-pacer Shardul Thakur "The 26-year-old, who had an operation in May to remove a bone fragment from his elbow, returned to play last month. As part of his return-to-bowling programme, he became aware of increasing discomfort in his elbow during matches for Sussex in the Vitality Blast and a 50-over friendly against Oxfordshire. The operation is not related to the stress fracture that sidelined the player previously," the statement further read. "He will now spend time on an extended break from cricket before returning for a medical review in early autumn," the statement concluded. For England, it addresses a major setback to their summer with its Twenty20 mission in the United Arab Emirates from mid-October, before the five-Test Ashes series in Australia that follows.

Cricket: Jofra Archer ruled out of T20 World Cup and Ashes due to an elbow injury

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford will soon undergo surgery on a shoulder injury, the Premier League club said on Friday.

Rashford had struggled with a shoulder problem during the latter part of the 2020-21 season and played only a limited role with England during their run to the Euro 2020 final, where they lost to champions Italy.

"Following consultation between Marcus, the manager, club&nbsp;medical staff and specialists, Marcus will undergo surgery imminently to resolve his shoulder injury," United said in a statement.

"He will now focus on his rehabilitation in order to return as soon as possible."

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United gave no indication of the likely length of Rashford's absence, but the BBC reported earlier this month that the 23-year-old is expected to be out for around 12 weeks and will miss the start of the Premier League season.

"I've read some call me selfish for holding off getting the surgery this season but it was never about putting myself first and that's how we've reached this point, and as a 23-year-old I have had to learn the hard way," Rashford said on Twitter.

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"To guarantee I can play this game as long as possible, I need to listen to my body. Everyone has an opinion but no one knows my body better than me.

"When I step on the pitch I always give 100%. Physically my 100% just wasn't possible. I'm walking away from last season with 36 goal contributions, but more importantly I'm walking away with lessons learnt."

Rashford's absence at the start of the campaign would be a huge blow for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with the Norwegian aiming to improve on last season's second-place league finish.

United start their 2021-22 season on Aug. 14 against Leeds United at Old Trafford.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford will soon undergo surgery on a shoulder injury, the Premier League club said on Friday. Rashford had struggled with a shoulder problem during the latter part of the 2020-21 season and played only a limited role with England during their run to the Euro 2020 final, where they lost to champions Italy.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford will soon undergo surgery on a shoulder injury, the Premier League club said on Friday. Rashford had struggled with a shoulder problem during the latter part of the 2020-21 season and played only a limited role with England during their run to the Euro 2020 final, where they lost to champions Italy. "Following consultation between Marcus, the manager, club medical staff and specialists, Marcus will undergo surgery imminently to resolve his shoulder injury," United said in a statement. "He will now focus on his rehabilitation in order to return as soon as possible." ALSO READ: Tokyo 2020: Australia to face Germany in men's Hockey semis, Argentina, Netherlands bow out United gave no indication of the likely length of Rashford's absence, but the BBC reported earlier this month that the 23-year-old is expected to be out for around 12 weeks and will miss the start of the Premier League season. "I've read some call me selfish for holding off getting the surgery this season but it was never about putting myself first and that's how we've reached this point, and as a 23-year-old I have had to learn the hard way," Rashford said on Twitter. See you soon @ManUtd ♥️ pic.twitter.com/zStqWVeN6D — Marcus Rashford MBE (@MarcusRashford) July 30, 2021 × "To guarantee I can play this game as long as possible, I need to listen to my body. Everyone has an opinion but no one knows my body better than me. "When I step on the pitch I always give 100%. Physically my 100% just wasn't possible. I'm walking away from last season with 36 goal contributions, but more importantly I'm walking away with lessons learnt." Rashford's absence at the start of the campaign would be a huge blow for manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with the Norwegian aiming to improve on last season's second-place league finish. United start their 2021-22 season on Aug. 14 against Leeds United at Old Trafford.

Football: Manchester United's Marcus Rashford to undergo shoulder operation

England defender Harry Maguire will be at the heart of Gareth Southgate's defense in Wednesday's Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark, but he did not know if he would be fit enough to even make the squad after an ankle injury in May.

Maguire suffered ligament damage in Manchester United's May 9 Premier League match with Aston Villa and missed the rest of the domestic season and his club's Europa League final loss to Villarreal.

He missed England's warm-up games and opening two matches in the Euros' group stage but returned in the final group fixture with the Czech Republic and has been alongside John Stones since then.

Asked if he feared he might have to watch the Euros on TV rather than be on the field, Maguire, who scored a header in Saturday's 4-0 win over Ukraine, said there was uncertainty.

"I think with any injury, you don't know how you are going to recover, you don't know the rehab if you are going to have a setback. Touchwood, I haven't had any setbacks in rehab and it has all gone smoothly, all gone to plan and a little bit quicker than we all thought," he told a news conference on Monday.

"Obviously to miss the Europa League final was disappointing and then I fully set my sights on making the Euros squad."

The Yorkshireman said he did not know when he was named in that squad when he would be ready to return to action but is pleased with the way he has coped.

"It's not like being thrown into a friendly match, it's the European Championship, so it's so demanding and the intensity of each game," he said.

"So where it has gone and where it has been, I think that is a great credit to the medical staff at Manchester United and England for the way they went about everything, the way they pushed me every day and obviously I am really proud of myself in terms of the way that I pushed myself as well."

Maguire was part of the England team which lost to Croatia in the semi-final of the World Cup in Russia three years ago and says the memory of that loss is in the players' minds.

"Losing the semi-final at the World Cup hurt a lot. So we need to make sure when it comes on Wednesday night we get a positive feeling rather than the one we got against Croatia."

England defender Harry Maguire will be at the heart of Gareth Southgate's defense in Wednesday's Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark, but he did not know if he would be fit enough to even make the squad after an ankle injury in May.

England defender Harry Maguire will be at the heart of Gareth Southgate's defense in Wednesday's Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark, but he did not know if he would be fit enough to even make the squad after an ankle injury in May. Maguire suffered ligament damage in Manchester United's May 9 Premier League match with Aston Villa and missed the rest of the domestic season and his club's Europa League final loss to Villarreal. He missed England's warm-up games and opening two matches in the Euros' group stage but returned in the final group fixture with the Czech Republic and has been alongside John Stones since then. Asked if he feared he might have to watch the Euros on TV rather than be on the field, Maguire, who scored a header in Saturday's 4-0 win over Ukraine, said there was uncertainty. "I think with any injury, you don't know how you are going to recover, you don't know the rehab if you are going to have a setback. Touchwood, I haven't had any setbacks in rehab and it has all gone smoothly, all gone to plan and a little bit quicker than we all thought," he told a news conference on Monday. "Obviously to miss the Europa League final was disappointing and then I fully set my sights on making the Euros squad." The Yorkshireman said he did not know when he was named in that squad when he would be ready to return to action but is pleased with the way he has coped. "It's not like being thrown into a friendly match, it's the European Championship, so it's so demanding and the intensity of each game," he said. "So where it has gone and where it has been, I think that is a great credit to the medical staff at Manchester United and England for the way they went about everything, the way they pushed me every day and obviously I am really proud of myself in terms of the way that I pushed myself as well." Maguire was part of the England team which lost to Croatia in the semi-final of the World Cup in Russia three years ago and says the memory of that loss is in the players' minds. "Losing the semi-final at the World Cup hurt a lot. So we need to make sure when it comes on Wednesday night we get a positive feeling rather than the one we got against Croatia."

Football: England's Harry Maguire grateful to be in Euros after injury

World number three Romanian Simona Halep and three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland have become the latest big-name&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;players to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics due to injury problems.

While Halep said she would not recover from a calf injury in time, Wawrinka underwent foot surgery that would rule him out of the Games, which begin on July 23 after being delayed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Halep and Wawrinka join 23-times Grand Slam champion Serena Williams, 20-time major winner Rafa Nadal and U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem among others in skipping the Olympics.

"Nothing brings me more pride than representing Romania, but sadly the recovery from my calf injury requires more time and I have made the decision to withdraw from the Olympic Games this summer," Halep tweeted.

In May, the 29-year-old exited a claycourt event in Rome after picking up the injury during her second-round match against Angelique Kerber and was subsequently forced to miss the French Open and Wimbledon.

"After the disappointment of missing the French Open and Wimbledon having to skip the Olympics is incredibly tough to digest, but I am determined to come back stronger," she added.

Halep suffered an opening-round loss at the London Olympics in 2012 and skipped the 2016 Rio Games due to concerns over the Zika virus.

Former world number three Wawrinka, 36, underwent an operation on his left foot earlier this year and has not played on the tour since his opening round defeat by Lloyd Harris at the Qatar Open in March.

He underwent an additional procedure on the same foot to correct a small niggle, which will rule him out of the Olympics, Wawrinka's team said in a statement.

Wawrinka, who is currently ranked 30th, won a gold medal in doubles with Roger Federer at the 2008 Beijing Games.

"His team of doctors is extremely confident that they have now resolved the issue and that he will return to full fitness in the near future," the statement added.

"He is very disappointed not to be able to play in the Games and represent Switzerland in Tokyo, but he is already working hard on his recovery and towards his goal of getting back on the court as soon as possible."

World number three Romanian Simona Halep and three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland have become the latest big-name tennis players to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics due to injury problems.

World number three Romanian Simona Halep and three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland have become the latest big-name tennis players to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics due to injury problems. While Halep said she would not recover from a calf injury in time, Wawrinka underwent foot surgery that would rule him out of the Games, which begin on July 23 after being delayed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Halep and Wawrinka join 23-times Grand Slam champion Serena Williams, 20-time major winner Rafa Nadal and U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem among others in skipping the Olympics. "Nothing brings me more pride than representing Romania, but sadly the recovery from my calf injury requires more time and I have made the decision to withdraw from the Olympic Games this summer," Halep tweeted. In May, the 29-year-old exited a claycourt event in Rome after picking up the injury during her second-round match against Angelique Kerber and was subsequently forced to miss the French Open and Wimbledon. "After the disappointment of missing the French Open and Wimbledon having to skip the Olympics is incredibly tough to digest, but I am determined to come back stronger," she added. Halep suffered an opening-round loss at the London Olympics in 2012 and skipped the 2016 Rio Games due to concerns over the Zika virus. Former world number three Wawrinka, 36, underwent an operation on his left foot earlier this year and has not played on the tour since his opening round defeat by Lloyd Harris at the Qatar Open in March. He underwent an additional procedure on the same foot to correct a small niggle, which will rule him out of the Olympics, Wawrinka's team said in a statement. Wawrinka, who is currently ranked 30th, won a gold medal in doubles with Roger Federer at the 2008 Beijing Games. "His team of doctors is extremely confident that they have now resolved the issue and that he will return to full fitness in the near future," the statement added. "He is very disappointed not to be able to play in the Games and represent Switzerland in Tokyo, but he is already working hard on his recovery and towards his goal of getting back on the court as soon as possible."

Tennis: Injured Simona Halep, Stan Wawrinka add to list of withdrawals from Tokyo Games

Milos&nbsp;Raonic&nbsp;has withdrawn from the&nbsp;Wimbledon&nbsp;championships this month following a setback in his recovery from a&nbsp;calf&nbsp;injury, the 2016 runner-up said.

The former world number three last competed in the Miami Open Masters 1000 tournament in March where he was beaten by Hubert Hurkacz in the last 16 before missing the entire claycourt season, including the French Open.

"I wanted to share that I am incredibly sad and hurt that I won't be ready to compete at&nbsp;Wimbledon&nbsp;this year," world number 18&nbsp;Raonic&nbsp;said in an Instagram post late on Saturday.

Raonic&nbsp;said that he was targeting a return to action at the grasscourt major but was unable to fully shake off the problem in time.

"I have been working hard to heal it but had a minor setback,"&nbsp;Raonic&nbsp;said.

"Therefore I won't be ready for&nbsp;Wimbledon. I will be working hard to get back as soon as possible."

Former winner and 20-times Grand Slam champion Rafa Nadal as well as the women's world number two Naomi Osaka have also pulled&nbsp;out&nbsp;of the tournament.

Wimbledon&nbsp;was the only Grand Slam to be cancelled in 2020&nbsp;due&nbsp;to the COVID-19 pandemic and will return in its usual slot this year with the main draw starting on June 28.

Milos Raonic has withdrawn from the Wimbledon championships this month following a setback in his recovery from a calf injury, the 2016 runner-up said. The former world number three last competed in the Miami Open Masters 1000 tournament in March where he was beaten by Hubert Hurkacz in the last 16 before missing the entire claycourt season, including the French Open.

Milos Raonic has withdrawn from the Wimbledon championships this month following a setback in his recovery from a calf injury, the 2016 runner-up said. The former world number three last competed in the Miami Open Masters 1000 tournament in March where he was beaten by Hubert Hurkacz in the last 16 before missing the entire claycourt season, including the French Open. "I wanted to share that I am incredibly sad and hurt that I won't be ready to compete at Wimbledon this year," world number 18 Raonic said in an Instagram post late on Saturday. Raonic said that he was targeting a return to action at the grasscourt major but was unable to fully shake off the problem in time. "I have been working hard to heal it but had a minor setback," Raonic said. "Therefore I won't be ready for Wimbledon. I will be working hard to get back as soon as possible." Former winner and 20-times Grand Slam champion Rafa Nadal as well as the women's world number two Naomi Osaka have also pulled out of the tournament. Wimbledon was the only Grand Slam to be cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and will return in its usual slot this year with the main draw starting on June 28.

Tennis-Raonic pulls out of Wimbledon due to calf injury

The way to the ICC World Test Championship Final for Virat Kohli-led Team India hasn't been smooth. While New Zealand has significant match-practice with a two-match Test series against England, the Indian team hasn't had the option to hit the ground because of COVID-19 restrictions in the country. Be that as it may, for players like Umesh Yadav, it has been considerably more troublesome as he hasn't played any cricket throughout the previous five months.

Umesh Yadav last played competitive cricket during India's visit to Australia. Yet, he endured a physical issue that governed him out of the series. He was neglected for the England Test arrangement at home as he was all the while recuperating. In the IPL 2021, for Delhi Capitals, he didn't get starts&nbsp;in the seven matches in the first phase. Ahead of the ICC&nbsp;World Test Championship Final, Umesh Yadav is concerned about the absence of match practice.&nbsp;

In an interview with Times Of India, Umesh Yadav said:

“It’s difficult. I got injured after the second Test in Australia. That was a big opportunity for me when the rest of the senior bowlers were not available. If I could do well in that situation, it would have been a big boost like it has done to the young boys who played in Australia.”&nbsp;

“There was plenty of cricket after that. I didn’t get to play the Tests against England at home. I didn’t get matches in the IPL as well. It’s difficult to make a comeback after injury when you don’t play many games. But I am putting in a lot of hard work in my training and I am feeling much better. I don’t feel that I was injured. I am bowling well in the nets. I try to not think that I have not got many matches. I don’t feel I have missed much” - he added.

Be that as it may, the absence of match practice and consistent fight for a spot in India's playing XI in Tests hasn't hindered him. All things considered, he is spurred to return. The injuries also haven't transformed anything for Umesh Yadav as he actually expects to utilize the very speed that he used to bowl with before the injury.&nbsp;

“I was raw when I made my debut. I didn’t understand the wear and tear that my body was going through. As you keep playing, you understand when the body is enduring load and the muscles are tiring. In the last 10 years, I realized that the body will go through wear and tear if you play all formats. We have learned to understand and take care of our bodies. And when you play a lot of cricket it takes a toll both physically and mentally. That’s why workload management is important to relax your mind. It’s important to rest a fast bowler at the right time” - he said.

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At very nearly 34, Umesh isn't just battling against his body yet additionally against youthful pacers who are coming up the positions. He is consistently up for an extreme battle as he accepts sound rivalry is acceptable.&nbsp;

“I know a lot of fast bowlers are coming through the ranks. I have been playing for 10 years. I don’t see it as pressure. I see it as healthy competition. When you play with youngsters, they are motivated to perform better than the seniors. We must also ensure we match their standards when it comes to fitness and skills. The seniors and youngsters learn from each other. You need to have good thoughts” - he added.

“In sports, you can’t crib about how many chances you have got. When you represent your country, the team and selectors expect you to keep performing. There was a period of three-four years when I played all formats. Then I got sporadic chances. There will be new people coming in. There will be new bowlers who will get in with better performances” -&nbsp;he added.

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Considering the ICC WTC Final, it will resemble a World Cup final for him and other red-ball trained professionals, who might not get an opportunity to play in the ICC T20 World Cup or 50-over World Cup.&nbsp;

“This is indeed like a World Cup for us who have not played white-ball cricket for India for a long time. We are now playing more Test matches these days. The ICC should keep coming up with such initiatives so that more people get interested in Test cricket and the format’s popularity keeps growing” - &nbsp;he concluded. 
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The way to the ICC World Test Championship Final for Virat Kohli-led Team India hasn't been smooth. While New Zealand has significant match-practice with a two-match Test series against England, the Indian team hasn't had the option to hit the ground because of COVID-19 restrictions in the country.

The way to the ICC World Test Championship Final for Virat Kohli-led Team India hasn't been smooth. While New Zealand has significant match-practice with a two-match Test series against England, the Indian team hasn't had the option to hit the ground because of COVID-19 restrictions in the country. Be that as it may, for players like Umesh Yadav, it has been considerably more troublesome as he hasn't played any cricket throughout the previous five months. Umesh Yadav last played competitive cricket during India's visit to Australia. Yet, he endured a physical issue that governed him out of the series. He was neglected for the England Test arrangement at home as he was all the while recuperating. In the IPL 2021, for Delhi Capitals, he didn't get starts in the seven matches in the first phase. Ahead of the ICC World Test Championship Final, Umesh Yadav is concerned about the absence of match practice. In an interview with Times Of India, Umesh Yadav said: “It’s difficult. I got injured after the second Test in Australia. That was a big opportunity for me when the rest of the senior bowlers were not available. If I could do well in that situation, it would have been a big boost like it has done to the young boys who played in Australia.” “There was plenty of cricket after that. I didn’t get to play the Tests against England at home. I didn’t get matches in the IPL as well. It’s difficult to make a comeback after injury when you don’t play many games. But I am putting in a lot of hard work in my training and I am feeling much better. I don’t feel that I was injured. I am bowling well in the nets. I try to not think that I have not got many matches. I don’t feel I have missed much” - he added. Be that as it may, the absence of match practice and consistent fight for a spot in India's playing XI in Tests hasn't hindered him. All things considered, he is spurred to return. The injuries also haven't transformed anything for Umesh Yadav as he actually expects to utilize the very speed that he used to bowl with before the injury. “I was raw when I made my debut. I didn’t understand the wear and tear that my body was going through. As you keep playing, you understand when the body is enduring load and the muscles are tiring. In the last 10 years, I realized that the body will go through wear and tear if you play all formats. We have learned to understand and take care of our bodies. And when you play a lot of cricket it takes a toll both physically and mentally. That’s why workload management is important to relax your mind. It’s important to rest a fast bowler at the right time” - he said. ALSO READ: 'You have to be careful': Dilip Vengsarkar's piece of advice to Virat and Co. ahead of WTC final At very nearly 34, Umesh isn't just battling against his body yet additionally against youthful pacers who are coming up the positions. He is consistently up for an extreme battle as he accepts sound rivalry is acceptable. “I know a lot of fast bowlers are coming through the ranks. I have been playing for 10 years. I don’t see it as pressure. I see it as healthy competition. When you play with youngsters, they are motivated to perform better than the seniors. We must also ensure we match their standards when it comes to fitness and skills. The seniors and youngsters learn from each other. You need to have good thoughts” - he added. “In sports, you can’t crib about how many chances you have got. When you represent your country, the team and selectors expect you to keep performing. There was a period of three-four years when I played all formats. Then I got sporadic chances. There will be new people coming in. There will be new bowlers who will get in with better performances” - he added. ALSO READ: Cricket: Still don't understand PCB's selection of players, says Ramiz Raja Considering the ICC WTC Final, it will resemble a World Cup final for him and other red-ball trained professionals, who might not get an opportunity to play in the ICC T20 World Cup or 50-over World Cup. “This is indeed like a World Cup for us who have not played white-ball cricket for India for a long time. We are now playing more Test matches these days. The ICC should keep coming up with such initiatives so that more people get interested in Test cricket and the format’s popularity keeps growing” - he concluded.

Cricket: Umesh Yadav gives insights into senior-junior bond in Team India

Three-times Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has pulled out of Wimbledon due to a foot injury that also ruled him out of the ongoing French Open, the governing body of men's&nbsp;tennis&nbsp;(ATP) has said.

Former world number three Wawrinka underwent an operation on his left foot earlier this year. The 36-year-old Swiss has not played on the ATP Tour since his opening round defeat by Lloyd Harris at the Qatar Open in March.

The Wimbledon competition starts on June 28.

Wawrinka has competed at the All England Club on 15 occasions, reaching the quarter-finals in 2014 and 2015.

He won the Australian Open in 2014 before adding the French Open (2015) and U.S. Open (2016) titles to his trophy cabinet.

The world number 24 is in rehabilitation at his base in Monaco. His spokeswoman told Reuters last month that the player hoped to be fit for the grasscourt season.

Three-times Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has pulled out of Wimbledon due to a foot injury that also ruled him out of the ongoing French Open, the governing body of men's tennis (ATP) has said.

Three-times Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has pulled out of Wimbledon due to a foot injury that also ruled him out of the ongoing French Open, the governing body of men's tennis (ATP) has said. Former world number three Wawrinka underwent an operation on his left foot earlier this year. The 36-year-old Swiss has not played on the ATP Tour since his opening round defeat by Lloyd Harris at the Qatar Open in March. The Wimbledon competition starts on June 28. Wawrinka has competed at the All England Club on 15 occasions, reaching the quarter-finals in 2014 and 2015. He won the Australian Open in 2014 before adding the French Open (2015) and U.S. Open (2016) titles to his trophy cabinet. The world number 24 is in rehabilitation at his base in Monaco. His spokeswoman told Reuters last month that the player hoped to be fit for the grasscourt season.

Tennnis: Stan Wawrinka out of Wimbledon due to foot injury

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has been withdrawn from England's provisional squad for the European Championship due to an underlying injury, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.

Greenwood was part of England's 33-man provisional squad named last month as manager Gareth Southgate played for time before whittling the numbers down.

Southgate is set to trim his squad down to 26 players later on Tuesday.

United said Greenwood had pulled out to recover fully from the injury that also forced him out of the Under-21 European Championship in March.

"Mason's club appearances were managed carefully to maintain his availability through the intensive 2020-21 Premier League and Europa League schedules," the club said in a statement.

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"But a further spell of tournament&nbsp;football&nbsp;would not be beneficial and Mason will remain at United to recuperate and prepare for pre-season training."

The June 11-July 11 Euro 2020 is being held across Europe, with the semi-finals and the final at London's Wembley Stadium as well as some group stage games.

England plays Austria in a friendly on Wednesday and meet Romania on Sunday before their Euro 2020 Group D campaign starts with games against Croatia, Scotland, and the Czech Republic.

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has been withdrawn from England's provisional squad for the European Championship due to an underlying injury, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has been withdrawn from England's provisional squad for the European Championship due to an underlying injury, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. Greenwood was part of England's 33-man provisional squad named last month as manager Gareth Southgate played for time before whittling the numbers down. Southgate is set to trim his squad down to 26 players later on Tuesday. United said Greenwood had pulled out to recover fully from the injury that also forced him out of the Under-21 European Championship in March. "Mason's club appearances were managed carefully to maintain his availability through the intensive 2020-21 Premier League and Europa League schedules," the club said in a statement. Manchester United have confirmed that @masongreenwood has withdrawn from the provisional #ThreeLions squad due to an underlying injury. Hope to see you back to full fitness soon, Mason! 💪 pic.twitter.com/CAmNuaEY9A — England (@England) June 1, 2021 × "But a further spell of tournament football would not be beneficial and Mason will remain at United to recuperate and prepare for pre-season training." The June 11-July 11 Euro 2020 is being held across Europe, with the semi-finals and the final at London's Wembley Stadium as well as some group stage games. England plays Austria in a friendly on Wednesday and meet Romania on Sunday before their Euro 2020 Group D campaign starts with games against Croatia, Scotland, and the Czech Republic.

Football: England's Mason Greenwood out of Euro 2020 due to injury

Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid's must-win final match of LaLiga season due to injury. The match will be played against Villarreal on Saturday.&nbsp;

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Zinedine Zidane and Co. need to win this match as they will have a shot to successfully defend their La Liga title. However, their hope also lies on relegation-threatened Valladolid who will play table-toppers Atletico Madrid.&nbsp;

Atletico need to lose this match and Real Madrid need to win in order for Los Blancos to lift their only trophy of the season.

Eden Hazard has had a nightmare of a season. The Belgian has missed most of the season due to a string of injuries but has been playing regularly.&nbsp;

“He didn’t practice with the squad and we are not going to take any risks,” Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said on Friday.

Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos will return to the squad recovering from an injury that has kept him out since March.

Diego Simeone's Atletico have a major shot to lift the La Liga trophy for the first time since 2014, as they don't have any major setbacks.&nbsp;

Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid's must-win final match of LaLiga season due to injury. The match will be played against Villarreal on Saturday. ALSO READ: Football: 'Everybody loves Harry Kane': Chelsea's manager Thomas Tuchel Zinedine Zidane and Co.

Eden Hazard will miss Real Madrid's must-win final match of LaLiga season due to injury. The match will be played against Villarreal on Saturday. ALSO READ: Football: 'Everybody loves Harry Kane': Chelsea's manager Thomas Tuchel Zinedine Zidane and Co. need to win this match as they will have a shot to successfully defend their La Liga title. However, their hope also lies on relegation-threatened Valladolid who will play table-toppers Atletico Madrid. Atletico need to lose this match and Real Madrid need to win in order for Los Blancos to lift their only trophy of the season. Eden Hazard has had a nightmare of a season. The Belgian has missed most of the season due to a string of injuries but has been playing regularly. “He didn’t practice with the squad and we are not going to take any risks,” Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane said on Friday. Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos will return to the squad recovering from an injury that has kept him out since March. Diego Simeone's Atletico have a major shot to lift the La Liga trophy for the first time since 2014, as they don't have any major setbacks.

Real Madrid's Eden Hazard to miss La Liga finale due to injury

Jofra Archer's elbow injury is back to get him. In the wake of getting back to first-class cricket with Sussex, Jofra Archer could bowl just five overs in the second innings against Kent in the wake of griping a sensitive elbow.&nbsp;

Ahead of the ODI series against England Eoin Morgan said: "Jofra Archer clearly has a progressive injury which has become worse and does need attention".

Jofra Archer missed the ODI series against India and IPL 2021 because of the same injury. He went through surgery in March followed by half a month of recuperation. The first-class match was his pass to England's Test series against New Zealand at home. In any case, presently, it places his incorporation in question. A similar elbow injury made him rule out of IPL 2021.

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He began a positive note with two wickets in his initial spell in the first innings, reviving any expectations of an awakening international comeback. Nonetheless, he conveyed only 5 overs in the subsequent burrow and invested the greater part of the energy handling regardless of an evident solicitation from Sussex captain Ben Brown.

After the match continued on Day 3 when Sussex skipper Ben Brown asked Jofra Archer to open the bowling, Jofra Archer rejected. Following a short conversation, George Garton was brought in to open the bowling. It was subsequently uncovered that Archer had griped about a sore elbow.

In a conversation with DailyMail - Ian Salisbury revealed:&nbsp;

"I think there was some confusion about the state of Jofra’s elbow. Ben thought he was going to bowl but his elbow was sore and there was confusion over that and he couldn’t bowl”

"If you saw today, he’s not going to bowl tomorrow. You’ll have to ask the ECB. Any time that Jofra can’t bowl you’re going to be frustrated as a leader, or as a team. But it happens. In sport, people get injured. That’s life. That’s a sport. He’s still willing to be out there because he wants Sussex to win. The ECB had to give him permission to play this game. He’s not our player so they had to give permission" - he added.

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Prior media reports have effectively affirmed that a portion of the key Test players like Jos Buttler, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran, Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali are probably not going to highlight in the two-test series against New Zealand which will start on June 2nd. ECB may take a comparative course with Jofra Archer giving the World Cup-winning pacer some additional opportunity to recuperate before the five-test series against India in August.

Earlier, Steve Waugh in a podcast with Road to the Ashes said: "For me, he really is a trump card for England’s chances in Australia. I think the key player is Jofra Archer”

Jofra Archer said he might want to return for the remaining matches of IPL 2021 when it resumes. Yet, thinking about his wellness, ECB may not permit him to play in IPL 2021 preceding the Ashes 2021.

Jofra Archer's elbow has been a longstanding issue in his international vocation. He missed three Tests of England's visit through South Africa in mid-2020 and the T20 series that followed with the issue.

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Jofra Archer's elbow injury is back to get him. In the wake of getting back to first-class cricket with Sussex, Jofra Archer could bowl just five overs in the second innings against Kent in the wake of griping a sensitive elbow.

Jofra Archer's elbow injury is back to get him. In the wake of getting back to first-class cricket with Sussex, Jofra Archer could bowl just five overs in the second innings against Kent in the wake of griping a sensitive elbow. Ahead of the ODI series against England Eoin Morgan said: "Jofra Archer clearly has a progressive injury which has become worse and does need attention". Jofra Archer missed the ODI series against India and IPL 2021 because of the same injury. He went through surgery in March followed by half a month of recuperation. The first-class match was his pass to England's Test series against New Zealand at home. In any case, presently, it places his incorporation in question. A similar elbow injury made him rule out of IPL 2021. ALSO READ: Aakash Chopra says, 'AB de Villiers is a genius' He began a positive note with two wickets in his initial spell in the first innings, reviving any expectations of an awakening international comeback. Nonetheless, he conveyed only 5 overs in the subsequent burrow and invested the greater part of the energy handling regardless of an evident solicitation from Sussex captain Ben Brown. After the match continued on Day 3 when Sussex skipper Ben Brown asked Jofra Archer to open the bowling, Jofra Archer rejected. Following a short conversation, George Garton was brought in to open the bowling. It was subsequently uncovered that Archer had griped about a sore elbow. In a conversation with DailyMail - Ian Salisbury revealed: "I think there was some confusion about the state of Jofra’s elbow. Ben thought he was going to bowl but his elbow was sore and there was confusion over that and he couldn’t bowl” "If you saw today, he’s not going to bowl tomorrow. You’ll have to ask the ECB. Any time that Jofra can’t bowl you’re going to be frustrated as a leader, or as a team. But it happens. In sport, people get injured. That’s life. That’s a sport. He’s still willing to be out there because he wants Sussex to win. The ECB had to give him permission to play this game. He’s not our player so they had to give permission" - he added. ALSO READ: 'Players who Babar wanted to pick, weren't selected': Shoaib Malik slams Pakistan Cricket Board Prior media reports have effectively affirmed that a portion of the key Test players like Jos Buttler, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran, Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali are probably not going to highlight in the two-test series against New Zealand which will start on June 2nd. ECB may take a comparative course with Jofra Archer giving the World Cup-winning pacer some additional opportunity to recuperate before the five-test series against India in August. Earlier, Steve Waugh in a podcast with Road to the Ashes said: "For me, he really is a trump card for England’s chances in Australia. I think the key player is Jofra Archer” Jofra Archer said he might want to return for the remaining matches of IPL 2021 when it resumes. Yet, thinking about his wellness, ECB may not permit him to play in IPL 2021 preceding the Ashes 2021. Jofra Archer's elbow has been a longstanding issue in his international vocation. He missed three Tests of England's visit through South Africa in mid-2020 and the T20 series that followed with the issue.

Jofra Archer suffers an elbow injury again as injury woes resurface

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk`s recovery and return to full fitness will determine whether he can play for the Netherlands in this year`s European Championship, and the 29-year-old must not be rushed back to action, manager Juergen Klopp said. 
 
Van Dijk had surgery on a knee injury in October and Klopp had previously said he thought the European tournament starting in June would likely come too early for the centre back. 
 
Netherlands coach Frank de Boer had said he will not count on the team`s captain being ready for the tournament but it would be a "fantastic bonus" if he is fit. 
 
Asked who will decide if Van Dijk can play at the European Championship, Klopp told reporters: "Virgil`s knee. I don`t want to hold him back, but you can`t force it as well. 
 
"You can`t after 10-11 months out, train a week and play football. That`s just not possible, it shouldn`t be possible. 
 
"Nobody holds him back, I can promise all the people in the Netherlands or wherever. But we can`t force it as well and we`ll not. We speak about a player and his career." 
 
Van Dijk is yet to return to full training with Liverpool but is making steady progress. 
 
"He just tries to get fit as quick as possible," Klopp said. 
 
"In the moment, nobody knows when that (his return) will be exactly but you can imagine it`ll be tight with the Euros ... because he`s not in team training yet and will not be in the next weeks. So, I don`t know. 
 
"But in the end it`s the decision of Virgil and he`ll get massively influenced by the feeling in his knee."

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk`s recovery and return to full fitness will determine whether he can play for the Netherlands in this year`s European Championship, and the 29-year-old must not be rushed back to action, manager Juergen Klopp said.

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk`s recovery and return to full fitness will determine whether he can play for the Netherlands in this year`s European Championship, and the 29-year-old must not be rushed back to action, manager Juergen Klopp said. Van Dijk had surgery on a knee injury in October and Klopp had previously said he thought the European tournament starting in June would likely come too early for the centre back. Netherlands coach Frank de Boer had said he will not count on the team`s captain being ready for the tournament but it would be a "fantastic bonus" if he is fit. Asked who will decide if Van Dijk can play at the European Championship, Klopp told reporters: "Virgil`s knee. I don`t want to hold him back, but you can`t force it as well. "You can`t after 10-11 months out, train a week and play football. That`s just not possible, it shouldn`t be possible. "Nobody holds him back, I can promise all the people in the Netherlands or wherever. But we can`t force it as well and we`ll not. We speak about a player and his career." Van Dijk is yet to return to full training with Liverpool but is making steady progress. "He just tries to get fit as quick as possible," Klopp said. "In the moment, nobody knows when that (his return) will be exactly but you can imagine it`ll be tight with the Euros ... because he`s not in team training yet and will not be in the next weeks. So, I don`t know. "But in the end it`s the decision of Virgil and he`ll get massively influenced by the feeling in his knee."

Liverpool's Klopp says Van Dijk cannot be rushed back from injury

Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes will miss this year's European Championship for England after suffering a setback in his return from knee surgery, manager Brendan Rodgers said.

Barnes sustained the injury during Leicester's 3-1 home Premier League defeat by Arsenal in February, and was initially expected to miss around six weeks.

But Rodgers said the 23-year-old needed another operation that would rule him out for the rest of the season.

"We've had a slight setback with Harvey," Rodgers told a news conference ahead of Friday's trip to Southampton. "He's just gone in to have a second, minor operation, to clear up some of the damage in his knee.

"It will probably rule him out for the rest of the season, but the plan is to get him through this and then he'll be back for pre-season.

"It's a shame (he will miss the Euros) because he's been absolutely outstanding. We hoped he'd be back to play some part, but it's not to be. The most important thing is getting his knee right and ready for next season."

Barnes, who made his England debut in October, has been one of third-placed Leicester's most influential players this season with nine goals and four assists in the Premier League.

Leicester trail second-placed Manchester United by five points with five games to play and Rodgers is confident his side can overhaul the deficit.

"The last five games are going to be exciting," he said. "We're five points behind United and we've still got them to play. Our focus is very much looking up ... to finish as high as we can."

Leicester will take a part in a social media boycott this weekend as part of the response to continued online racist abuse of players and Rodgers hopes it will have the necessary impact.

"Hopefully it shows we're not standing for it and ... we can benefit from it," he added.

Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes will miss this year's European Championship for England after suffering a setback in his return from knee surgery, manager Brendan Rodgers said.

Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes will miss this year's European Championship for England after suffering a setback in his return from knee surgery, manager Brendan Rodgers said. Barnes sustained the injury during Leicester's 3-1 home Premier League defeat by Arsenal in February, and was initially expected to miss around six weeks. But Rodgers said the 23-year-old needed another operation that would rule him out for the rest of the season. "We've had a slight setback with Harvey," Rodgers told a news conference ahead of Friday's trip to Southampton. "He's just gone in to have a second, minor operation, to clear up some of the damage in his knee. "It will probably rule him out for the rest of the season, but the plan is to get him through this and then he'll be back for pre-season. "It's a shame (he will miss the Euros) because he's been absolutely outstanding. We hoped he'd be back to play some part, but it's not to be. The most important thing is getting his knee right and ready for next season." Barnes, who made his England debut in October, has been one of third-placed Leicester's most influential players this season with nine goals and four assists in the Premier League. Leicester trail second-placed Manchester United by five points with five games to play and Rodgers is confident his side can overhaul the deficit. "The last five games are going to be exciting," he said. "We're five points behind United and we've still got them to play. Our focus is very much looking up ... to finish as high as we can." Leicester will take a part in a social media boycott this weekend as part of the response to continued online racist abuse of players and Rodgers hopes it will have the necessary impact. "Hopefully it shows we're not standing for it and ... we can benefit from it," he added.

Leicester's Barnes to miss Euros after injury setback

Star New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson, who missed Sunrisers Hyderabad's first two IPL matches due to an elbow injury, is recovering well and is expected to attain full match-fitness "within a week".

The 30-year-old Williamson, a vital cog in SRH's middle order, suffered a small tear in his left elbow tendon and was ruled out of the home ODI series against Bangladesh in March ahead of the IPL.

However, the New Zealand captain on Friday said his "recovery is going really well". "...You know I have been focussed to get pain free as quickly as possible and we are certainly tracking really nicely and hoping to be fit and ready within the week," Williamson said in a video posted by SRH on Twitter.

"It's been a bit of a balance between practice and rehab and sort of things. But for the most part, the progression is been really good. So pretty optimistic about being close to full fitness very soon."

Batting at number four, Williamson had scored 317 runs in 11 innings to take SRH to the play-offs last season in UAE.

All eyes are once again on his return with Sunrisers losing both their matches this season, primarily due to their inept middle-order. Williamson had recently won his fourth Sir Richard Hadlee medal for excelling across formats and was also adjudged the 'Test Player of the Year' at cricket boards' annual awards function held virtually.

Sunrisers Hyderabad will take on formidable Mumbai Indians on Saturday.

Star New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson, who missed Sunrisers Hyderabad's first two IPL matches due to an elbow injury, is recovering well and is expected to attain full match-fitness "within a week".

Star New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson, who missed Sunrisers Hyderabad's first two IPL matches due to an elbow injury, is recovering well and is expected to attain full match-fitness "within a week". The 30-year-old Williamson, a vital cog in SRH's middle order, suffered a small tear in his left elbow tendon and was ruled out of the home ODI series against Bangladesh in March ahead of the IPL. However, the New Zealand captain on Friday said his "recovery is going really well". "...You know I have been focussed to get pain free as quickly as possible and we are certainly tracking really nicely and hoping to be fit and ready within the week," Williamson said in a video posted by SRH on Twitter. "It's been a bit of a balance between practice and rehab and sort of things. But for the most part, the progression is been really good. So pretty optimistic about being close to full fitness very soon." Batting at number four, Williamson had scored 317 runs in 11 innings to take SRH to the play-offs last season in UAE. All eyes are once again on his return with Sunrisers losing both their matches this season, primarily due to their inept middle-order. Williamson had recently won his fourth Sir Richard Hadlee medal for excelling across formats and was also adjudged the 'Test Player of the Year' at cricket boards' annual awards function held virtually. Sunrisers Hyderabad will take on formidable Mumbai Indians on Saturday.

IPL 2021- Sunrisers Hyderabad star Kane Williamson to be fully fit 'within a week'

Everton star James Rodriguez will make his return to the squad for a Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Monday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday. The Colombian footballer was out for more than a month due to calf problems.&nbsp;

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"James is in good condition and he trained well during the break," Ancelotti said on Friday. "It is important for us to have him back at his best.

"He is going to put more quality in our attacking play."

James, who last featured on February 20 during a 2-0 Merseyside derby win over Liverpool, has scored five goals and four assists this season.&nbsp;

Another Everton player Jean-Philippe Gbamin will be returning to the team for the first time since August 2019 after recovering from serious hamstring and Achilles tendon injuries.

"We are really pleased to have him back but we have to consider the fact he didn't play for at least one year and a half," Ancelotti said.

"I don't know if he is going to play on Monday but, for sure, he will be available."

Everton are eighth with 46 points after 28 games, while Palace are 12th with 37 points after 29 games.

(Inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

Everton star James Rodriguez will make his return to the squad for a Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Monday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday.

Everton star James Rodriguez will make his return to the squad for a Premier League clash against Crystal Palace on Monday, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday. The Colombian footballer was out for more than a month due to calf problems. ALSO READ: 'See Red': Manchester United call on fans to report racism as part of new campaign "James is in good condition and he trained well during the break," Ancelotti said on Friday. "It is important for us to have him back at his best. "He is going to put more quality in our attacking play." James, who last featured on February 20 during a 2-0 Merseyside derby win over Liverpool, has scored five goals and four assists this season. Another Everton player Jean-Philippe Gbamin will be returning to the team for the first time since August 2019 after recovering from serious hamstring and Achilles tendon injuries. "We are really pleased to have him back but we have to consider the fact he didn't play for at least one year and a half," Ancelotti said. "I don't know if he is going to play on Monday but, for sure, he will be available." Everton are eighth with 46 points after 28 games, while Palace are 12th with 37 points after 29 games. (Inputs from Reuters)

Everton star James Rodriguez to return to the squad after over a month: Carlo Ancelotti

India had a poor day of cricket on Day 3 of the third Test against Australia, however, the visitors suffered another blow as wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant and key spinner Ravindra Jadeja sustained injuries while batting against world-class pace attack.&nbsp;

Both players have been taken for a scan after being struck by the ball. Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja were hit on the left elbow and left thumb respectively.&nbsp;

Pant and Jadeja both decided to bat further despite being struck, but when India came down to field again Saha donned the wicket keeper's gloves for India.&nbsp; 
"Rishabh Pant was hit on the left elbow while batting in the second session on Saturday. He has been taken for scans," the Indian cricket board tweeted.

It was a similar story for Jadeja, who took four wickets in Australia's first innings but did not appear for their second after being hit on the left thumb.

"He has been taken for scans," the cricket board tweeted separately, with Mayank Agarwal on the field as a sub.

They now join the likes of Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav and Ishant Sharma, who have been injured.&nbsp;

Batsman KL Rahul was ruled out of the rest of the four-Test series ahead of Sydney with a sprained left wrist, while skipper Virat Kohli is on paternity leave.

The series is locked at 1-1 after Australia won in Adelaide and India bounced back in Melbourne.

India had a poor day of cricket on Day 3 of the third Test against Australia, however, the visitors suffered another blow as wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant and key spinner Ravindra Jadeja sustained injuries while batting against world-class pace attack.

India had a poor day of cricket on Day 3 of the third Test against Australia, however, the visitors suffered another blow as wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant and key spinner Ravindra Jadeja sustained injuries while batting against world-class pace attack. Both players have been taken for a scan after being struck by the ball. Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja were hit on the left elbow and left thumb respectively. Pant and Jadeja both decided to bat further despite being struck, but when India came down to field again Saha donned the wicket keeper's gloves for India. "Rishabh Pant was hit on the left elbow while batting in the second session on Saturday. He has been taken for scans," the Indian cricket board tweeted. It was a similar story for Jadeja, who took four wickets in Australia's first innings but did not appear for their second after being hit on the left thumb. "He has been taken for scans," the cricket board tweeted separately, with Mayank Agarwal on the field as a sub. They now join the likes of Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav and Ishant Sharma, who have been injured. Batsman KL Rahul was ruled out of the rest of the four-Test series ahead of Sydney with a sprained left wrist, while skipper Virat Kohli is on paternity leave. The series is locked at 1-1 after Australia won in Adelaide and India bounced back in Melbourne.

Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja go for scan after being struck by ball

Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho will undergo knee surgery after sustaining an injury during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Eibar, the Spanish club said on Wednesday.

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The 28-year-old midfielder was brought into the game during the second half of the match, however, he was seen limping off the pitch during the stoppage time.&nbsp;

"The tests carried out on the first team player Philippe Coutinho have shown that the midfielder has an injury to the lateral meniscus in his left knee," the club said in a statement.&nbsp;

"Treatment will necessitate arthroscopic surgery which will take place in the coming days."

The Catalan giant did not mention the timeframe of his return.&nbsp;

Coutinho joins the injury list of Gerard Pique, Ansu Fati and Sergi Roberto adding to woes to Barcelona's torrid season. The Spanish giant it sixth in the La Liga standings on 25 points from 15 games, seven behind leaders Atletico Madrid who have two games in hand.

Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho will undergo knee surgery after sustaining an injury during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Eibar, the Spanish club said on Wednesday. ALSO READ: West Brom's Sam Allardyce calls for 'circuit-break' in Premier League The 28-year-old midfielder was brought into the game during the second half of the match, however, he was seen limping off the pitch during the stoppage time.

Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho will undergo knee surgery after sustaining an injury during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Eibar, the Spanish club said on Wednesday. ALSO READ: West Brom's Sam Allardyce calls for 'circuit-break' in Premier League The 28-year-old midfielder was brought into the game during the second half of the match, however, he was seen limping off the pitch during the stoppage time. "The tests carried out on the first team player Philippe Coutinho have shown that the midfielder has an injury to the lateral meniscus in his left knee," the club said in a statement. "Treatment will necessitate arthroscopic surgery which will take place in the coming days." The Catalan giant did not mention the timeframe of his return. Coutinho joins the injury list of Gerard Pique, Ansu Fati and Sergi Roberto adding to woes to Barcelona's torrid season. The Spanish giant it sixth in the La Liga standings on 25 points from 15 games, seven behind leaders Atletico Madrid who have two games in hand.

Coutinho to undergo knee surgery after injury during Eibar clash

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti feels that his squad can cope despite losing their star Lucas Digne for three months.&nbsp;

27-year-old Digne is set to undergo surgery on Monday after sustaining an ankle injury during training this week, leaving the Toffees boss with only the inexperienced Niels Nkounkou as cover.

"It is a big loss because he is one of the best left-backs in Europe at the moment but we have to manage this," said Ancelotti of Digne.

"I think we will be able to adapt to the loss of Lucas Digne for two or three months.

"Three centre-backs can be an option still. We can use (Alex) Iwobi on the left without problem as a wing-back so we will see."

Carlo has witnessed many setbacks in his defensive position as Seamus Coleman is still absent with a hamstring injury and Jonjoe Kenny, while available, is not fully fit.

Ancelotti's 3-4-3 strategy was to help the Englis club's defence. It paid off as the club conceded two or more goals in their past six matches after a bright start to the season.

Everton is set to host Leeds on Saturday. However, the coach admitted that the formation is still a work in progress and there remain issues to iron out.

"Of course we have to be concerned, we have to be worried, because we conceded too many goals. It is too much," he added.

"We are working on this. It is true we scored a lot of goals in these first games, we were really efficient up front and our strikers did really well in this period, but we conceded too much.

"We have to avoid this and we have to have, in one word, balance.&nbsp;

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti feels that his squad can cope despite losing their star Lucas Digne for three months. 27-year-old Digne is set to undergo surgery on Monday after sustaining an ankle injury during training this week, leaving the Toffees boss with only the inexperienced Niels Nkounkou as cover.

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti feels that his squad can cope despite losing their star Lucas Digne for three months. 27-year-old Digne is set to undergo surgery on Monday after sustaining an ankle injury during training this week, leaving the Toffees boss with only the inexperienced Niels Nkounkou as cover. "It is a big loss because he is one of the best left-backs in Europe at the moment but we have to manage this," said Ancelotti of Digne. "I think we will be able to adapt to the loss of Lucas Digne for two or three months. "Three centre-backs can be an option still. We can use (Alex) Iwobi on the left without problem as a wing-back so we will see." Carlo has witnessed many setbacks in his defensive position as Seamus Coleman is still absent with a hamstring injury and Jonjoe Kenny, while available, is not fully fit. Ancelotti's 3-4-3 strategy was to help the Englis club's defence. It paid off as the club conceded two or more goals in their past six matches after a bright start to the season. Everton is set to host Leeds on Saturday. However, the coach admitted that the formation is still a work in progress and there remain issues to iron out. "Of course we have to be concerned, we have to be worried, because we conceded too many goals. It is too much," he added. "We are working on this. It is true we scored a lot of goals in these first games, we were really efficient up front and our strikers did really well in this period, but we conceded too much. "We have to avoid this and we have to have, in one word, balance.

'We have to manage this': Carlo Ancelotti after losing Lucas Digne due to injury

Real Madrid's star winger Eden Hazard has "successfully" undergone surgery after he broke his right foot.

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The La Liga leaders (Real Madrid) released a statement on Thursday. The statement read: "Eden Hazard has successfully undergone surgery today in Dallas on a fracture in the fibula of his right foot."

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"The operation was supervised by Real Madrid Medical Services. Hazard will now remain under observation until he gets the all-clear to being his rehabilitation process."

The Belgian international got injured during the match with Levante (Real Madrid lost that fixture) on February 23. This was his second start after rehabilitating for three months after he had a fracture on the same leg.

Hazard has had a sticky spell for Real Madrid so far, he joined the Spanish Giants after a 100 million Euro transfer from Chelsea. He was struck by thigh injury before he could begin the season for Madrid. Eden took time to regain his form post that injury. Hazard has been injury-struck quite often.&nbsp;

Eden Hazard has made only 15 appearances for his club this season and has just one goal to his name.

Real Madrid are currently table-toppers after the 2-0 El Clasico win over Barcelona last Sunday.

Real Madrid's star winger Eden Hazard has "successfully" undergone surgery after he broke his right foot. Also read: La Liga: Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr record-breaking goal topple Barcelona in El Clasico The La Liga leaders (Real Madrid) released a statement on Thursday.

Real Madrid's star winger Eden Hazard has "successfully" undergone surgery after he broke his right foot. Also read: La Liga: Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr record-breaking goal topple Barcelona in El Clasico The La Liga leaders (Real Madrid) released a statement on Thursday. The statement read: "Eden Hazard has successfully undergone surgery today in Dallas on a fracture in the fibula of his right foot." Also read: Champions League: Guardiola's masterclass ensures Man City comeback against Real Madrid "The operation was supervised by Real Madrid Medical Services. Hazard will now remain under observation until he gets the all-clear to being his rehabilitation process." The Belgian international got injured during the match with Levante (Real Madrid lost that fixture) on February 23. This was his second start after rehabilitating for three months after he had a fracture on the same leg. Hazard has had a sticky spell for Real Madrid so far, he joined the Spanish Giants after a 100 million Euro transfer from Chelsea. He was struck by thigh injury before he could begin the season for Madrid. Eden took time to regain his form post that injury. Hazard has been injury-struck quite often. Eden Hazard has made only 15 appearances for his club this season and has just one goal to his name. Real Madrid are currently table-toppers after the 2-0 El Clasico win over Barcelona last Sunday.

'Eden Hazard has successfully undergone surgery': Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho's Tottenham Hotspurs has lost its star players to injury. Their star striker Harry Kane has bowed out for the rest of the season due to hamstring injury. &nbsp;

Son Heung-min missed out on Champions League fixture following a right-arm fracture. Mourinho said he does not expect Son to feature again this season after the South Korean fractured his right arm in Sunday's 3-2 win at Aston Villa.

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Jose Mourinho was left worried after a poor performance against RB Leipzig in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16.&nbsp;

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"We are in a very difficult situation," said Mourinho. "What worries me is this is going to be the situation until the end of the season."

In the previous year's Champions League, Spurs beat the odds and defeated Manchester City and Ajax to reach the finals, but Leipzig's performance last night could have shattered the English club's dream to lift the European Cup.&nbsp;

Spurs captain and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris's valiant saves in the match earned him the Man of the Match award and looks like a ray of hope for Spurs for the reverse fixtures to qualify for the Quarterfinals.&nbsp;

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Tottenham faces a big challenge of winning the away fixture against RB Leipzig despite being hit with a chain of injuries, to qualify for the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals.

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Jose Mourinho's Tottenham Hotspurs has lost its star players to injury. Their star striker Harry Kane has bowed out for the rest of the season due to hamstring injury.

Jose Mourinho's Tottenham Hotspurs has lost its star players to injury. Their star striker Harry Kane has bowed out for the rest of the season due to hamstring injury. Son Heung-min missed out on Champions League fixture following a right-arm fracture. Mourinho said he does not expect Son to feature again this season after the South Korean fractured his right arm in Sunday's 3-2 win at Aston Villa. Also read: Champions League: Werner's penalty gives RB Leipzig win at Spurs Jose Mourinho was left worried after a poor performance against RB Leipzig in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16. ℹ️ Leipzig win their 1st European game against an English club...#UCL pic.twitter.com/any6fsD1Sh — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 19, 2020 × "We are in a very difficult situation," said Mourinho. "What worries me is this is going to be the situation until the end of the season." In the previous year's Champions League, Spurs beat the odds and defeated Manchester City and Ajax to reach the finals, but Leipzig's performance last night could have shattered the English club's dream to lift the European Cup. Spurs captain and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris's valiant saves in the match earned him the Man of the Match award and looks like a ray of hope for Spurs for the reverse fixtures to qualify for the Quarterfinals. Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris claims #UCLMOTM award! 🙌⁣ ⁣ 👉 He'll be one of four players in tonight's vote where you crown Player of the Week 👑 pic.twitter.com/hkqyioa4zH — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 19, 2020 × Tottenham faces a big challenge of winning the away fixture against RB Leipzig despite being hit with a chain of injuries, to qualify for the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals. (With inputs from AFP)

Injuries frustrate Jose Mourinho, Spurs continue to struggle without Kane and Son

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After missing four games in the last fortnight with a rib injury, the Brazilian superstar looked short of match fitness in Tuesday's last-16, first-leg, defeat at Dortmund.

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Norwegian goal-machine Erling Braut Haaland scored twice to make him the Champions League joint top-scorer, but Neymar gave PSG a lifeline for the second leg in Paris on March 11.

He tapped home for what could prove a crucial away goal after being set up by France striker Kylian Mbappe in the second half.&nbsp;

Neymar, the world's most expensive player, was critical of the French league champions for not letting him play more before Tuesday's clash.

"It's hard to go four games without playing," said Neymar.&nbsp;

"Unfortunately it wasn't my choice, it was the choice of the club, of the doctors, they made that decision, which I didn't like.

"We had a lot of discussions about it because I wanted to play, I felt good, but the club was afraid and in the end, it was me who suffered."

Big-spending PSG is desperate to avoid exiting the Champions League at the first knockout round for the fourth season in a row.

"It was a tough game, but we have to do what we can in the return game," Neymar, 28, told reporters.

"Playing now at home is the best thing in the world, we have 90 minutes to do something.

Neymar has criticised Paris Saint-Germain's handling of his recent injury after scoring in the 2-1 defeat at Borussia Dortmund, which leaves the French club facing the prospect of another early Champions League exit.

Neymar has criticised Paris Saint-Germain's handling of his recent injury after scoring in the 2-1 defeat at Borussia Dortmund, which leaves the French club facing the prospect of another early Champions League exit. Also read: Champions League: Teen sensation Haaland shines as Neymar's PSG fumbles After missing four games in the last fortnight with a rib injury, the Brazilian superstar looked short of match fitness in Tuesday's last-16, first-leg, defeat at Dortmund. Also read: Champions League: Simeone's Atletico stun mighty Liverpool in 1st leg of round of 16 Norwegian goal-machine Erling Braut Haaland scored twice to make him the Champions League joint top-scorer, but Neymar gave PSG a lifeline for the second leg in Paris on March 11. He tapped home for what could prove a crucial away goal after being set up by France striker Kylian Mbappe in the second half. Neymar, the world's most expensive player, was critical of the French league champions for not letting him play more before Tuesday's clash. "It's hard to go four games without playing," said Neymar. "Unfortunately it wasn't my choice, it was the choice of the club, of the doctors, they made that decision, which I didn't like. "We had a lot of discussions about it because I wanted to play, I felt good, but the club was afraid and in the end, it was me who suffered." Big-spending PSG is desperate to avoid exiting the Champions League at the first knockout round for the fourth season in a row. "It was a tough game, but we have to do what we can in the return game," Neymar, 28, told reporters. "Playing now at home is the best thing in the world, we have 90 minutes to do something.

Neymar criticises PSG injury handling after Dortmund defeat

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has strongly defended himself against claims he put himself first with his ill-fated decision to play Marcus Rashford against Wolves in the FA Cup.

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The United and England striker could be out for three months after suffering a back injury in last week's third-round match, which United won 1-0.

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Former England and Arsenal striker Ian Wright said this week that Solskjaer, under intense pressure to improve the club's fortunes, prioritised his own needs over those of his player.

United are in fifth place in the Premier League, five points behind fourth-placed&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;in the race for the Champions League qualification spots.

But the Norwegian boss insisted that Rashford was fit enough to play in the 1-0 win for United, in which the 22-year-old substitute lasted just 16 minutes.

"I never put myself before the team," Solskjaer said on Tuesday. "I always put the team and the club before anything else.

"Marcus has had minor discomfort in his back since the Burnley game, two weeks before this game (Wolves).

"We've had scans, we've monitored him, there was no injury there, just complaints."

Solskjaer, whose team host Burnley in the Premier League on Wednesday, said he had spoken to Rashford in the build-up to the match.

"I had a conversation with him two days before and told him I was going to rest him," he said. "He felt fine and was very adamant that if needed, he could do at least half an hour as we wanted to go through in the cup.

"That shows you Marcus's attitude."

Solskjaer said he did not regret throwing his star striker into the fray.

"That is part of what you do for Man Utd," he said. "Every time you play, you put your body on the line.

"I've suffered some injuries for the club and that is what you are proud to do when you are a Man Utd player."

Solskjaer's biggest headache now is how to cope without his leading scorer and talisman as he battles to finish in the Premier League's top four.

United's attack looked weak without him in the 2-0 defeat against Liverpool on Sunday and Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood are the only striking options for the Burnley game.

"That is the million-dollar question for us because Marcus has been fantastic," Solskjaer said.

"Someone has got to step up. If we find something in the transfer market, that might be one solution.

"But the best solution is the players stepping up and making sure they are ready and taking the chance."

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has strongly defended himself against claims he put himself first with his ill-fated decision to play Marcus Rashford against Wolves in the FA Cup.

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has strongly defended himself against claims he put himself first with his ill-fated decision to play Marcus Rashford against Wolves in the FA Cup. Also read: With Rashford sidelined, Manchester United's manager Solskjaer eyes signings The United and England striker could be out for three months after suffering a back injury in last week's third-round match, which United won 1-0. Also read: Manchester United scrap plans to set training camps in Middle East amid tensions Former England and Arsenal striker Ian Wright said this week that Solskjaer, under intense pressure to improve the club's fortunes, prioritised his own needs over those of his player. United are in fifth place in the Premier League, five points behind fourth-placed Chelsea in the race for the Champions League qualification spots. But the Norwegian boss insisted that Rashford was fit enough to play in the 1-0 win for United, in which the 22-year-old substitute lasted just 16 minutes. "I never put myself before the team," Solskjaer said on Tuesday. "I always put the team and the club before anything else. "Marcus has had minor discomfort in his back since the Burnley game, two weeks before this game (Wolves). "We've had scans, we've monitored him, there was no injury there, just complaints." Solskjaer, whose team host Burnley in the Premier League on Wednesday, said he had spoken to Rashford in the build-up to the match. "I had a conversation with him two days before and told him I was going to rest him," he said. "He felt fine and was very adamant that if needed, he could do at least half an hour as we wanted to go through in the cup. "That shows you Marcus's attitude." Solskjaer said he did not regret throwing his star striker into the fray. "That is part of what you do for Man Utd," he said. "Every time you play, you put your body on the line. "I've suffered some injuries for the club and that is what you are proud to do when you are a Man Utd player." Solskjaer's biggest headache now is how to cope without his leading scorer and talisman as he battles to finish in the Premier League's top four. United's attack looked weak without him in the 2-0 defeat against Liverpool on Sunday and Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood are the only striking options for the Burnley game. "That is the million-dollar question for us because Marcus has been fantastic," Solskjaer said. "Someone has got to step up. If we find something in the transfer market, that might be one solution. "But the best solution is the players stepping up and making sure they are ready and taking the chance."

Solskjaer hits back after criticism over Rashford injury

35 people were hurt in a 63-vehicle, chain-reaction crash on a foggy and icy stretch of a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/miss-america-2020-bio-chemist-camille-schrier-performs-science-experiment-in-talent-round-wins-the-crown-269353">Virginia</a> highway early on Sunday, state police said.

All westbound lanes of Interstate 64 in York County, Virginia, about 80 km&nbsp;southeast of Richmond, remained closed Sunday afternoon as authorities worked at the scene of the pileup, which began shortly before 8 AM. EST, the Virginia State Police said on Twitter.

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Fog and icy conditions were present on the road at the time of the accident, police said in a tweet.

"#VSP investigation continues into 63-vehicle chain-reaction&nbsp;crashes," the police tweeted. "35 transported for treatment. No fatalities reported."

The injuries ranged from minor to life-threatening, the police tweeted.

Video footage of the scene showed a sea of cars that had collided with one another or the interstate barricade, some with their doors, trunks and bumpers mangled.

A representative for the state police could not immediately be reached for comment.

35 people were hurt in a 63-vehicle, chain-reaction crash on a foggy and icy stretch of a Virginia highway early on Sunday, state police said. All westbound lanes of Interstate 64 in York County, Virginia, about 80 km southeast of Richmond, remained closed Sunday afternoon as authorities worked at the scene of the pileup, which began shortly before 8 AM.

35 people were hurt in a 63-vehicle, chain-reaction crash on a foggy and icy stretch of a Virginia highway early on Sunday, state police said. All westbound lanes of Interstate 64 in York County, Virginia, about 80 km southeast of Richmond, remained closed Sunday afternoon as authorities worked at the scene of the pileup, which began shortly before 8 AM. EST, the Virginia State Police said on Twitter. UPDATE: All EASTBOUND lanes have reopened on I-64 at the Queens Creek bridge in @YorkCountyVAGov. All WESTBOUND lanes remain closed at this time. Traffic being detoured to Route 199 (exit 242). #hrtraffic @VaDOT — VDOT Hampton Roads (@VaDOTHR) December 22, 2019 × Fog and icy conditions were present on the road at the time of the accident, police said in a tweet. "#VSP investigation continues into 63-vehicle chain-reaction crashes," the police tweeted. "35 transported for treatment. No fatalities reported." The injuries ranged from minor to life-threatening, the police tweeted. Video footage of the scene showed a sea of cars that had collided with one another or the interstate barricade, some with their doors, trunks and bumpers mangled. A representative for the state police could not immediately be reached for comment.

35 people injured in 63-vehicle pileup on Virginia highway

Wijnaldum&nbsp;was injured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-last-16-fixtures-liverpool-to-clash-with-atletico-madrid-city-to-face-real-madrid-268559">Liverpool</a>'s&nbsp;2-0 Premier League win over Watford on Saturday but travelled with the squad to Qatar. Klopp said that the 29-year-old's problem was not as serious as initially feared but that they would monitor how it responded to treatment over the coming days.

"Gini was not as serious as we thought in the first moment, so he's here doing the first recovery and then we have stuff what is necessary," Klopp told reporters on Tuesday.

"We'll see day by day, but for tomorrow night (Wednesday) he's not involved."

Wijnaldum's fellow Dutch international Virgil van Dijk also&nbsp;missed training in Doha on Monday but Klopp said the defender was not carrying any injury.

"Virgil is fine. We had to do different stuff for recovery for different people, that was the reason why he wasn't involved yesterday in the session," Klopp added.

"All the rest of the squad is fine."

European champions <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-liverpool-enjoy-derby-demolition-as-it-sets-new-club-record-leicester-still-chasing-266306">Liverpool</a> are looking to capture their maiden&nbsp;Club&nbsp;World&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;trophy.

The winner of Wednesday's clash at the Khalifa International Stadium will take on Copa Libertadores champions Flamengo in Saturday's&nbsp;final.

With Premier League leaders Liverpool playing in Doha this week, they fielded a starting lineup consisting mainly of reserves and youth team players for Tuesday's League&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;semi-final&nbsp;against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aston-villa-beat-liverpools-kids-to-reach-league-cup-semis-268863">Aston Villa</a>.

They acquitted themselves well against a more experienced Villa side but were <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aston-villa-beat-liverpools-kids-to-reach-league-cup-semis-268863">beaten 5-0</a>.

Wijnaldum was injured in Liverpool's 2-0 Premier League win over Watford on Saturday but travelled with the squad to Qatar. Klopp said that the 29-year-old's problem was not as serious as initially feared but that they would monitor how it responded to treatment over the coming days.

Wijnaldum was injured in Liverpool's 2-0 Premier League win over Watford on Saturday but travelled with the squad to Qatar. Klopp said that the 29-year-old's problem was not as serious as initially feared but that they would monitor how it responded to treatment over the coming days. "Gini was not as serious as we thought in the first moment, so he's here doing the first recovery and then we have stuff what is necessary," Klopp told reporters on Tuesday. "We'll see day by day, but for tomorrow night (Wednesday) he's not involved." Wijnaldum's fellow Dutch international Virgil van Dijk also missed training in Doha on Monday but Klopp said the defender was not carrying any injury. "Virgil is fine. We had to do different stuff for recovery for different people, that was the reason why he wasn't involved yesterday in the session," Klopp added. "All the rest of the squad is fine." European champions Liverpool are looking to capture their maiden Club World Cup trophy. The winner of Wednesday's clash at the Khalifa International Stadium will take on Copa Libertadores champions Flamengo in Saturday's final. With Premier League leaders Liverpool playing in Doha this week, they fielded a starting lineup consisting mainly of reserves and youth team players for Tuesday's League Cup semi-final against Aston Villa. They acquitted themselves well against a more experienced Villa side but were beaten 5-0.

Liverpool's Geroginio Wijnaldum to miss Club World Cup semi-final

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of his Laver Cup matches on Sunday due to inflammation in his hand, denying fans the opportunity to see him partner Roger Federer in the doubles on the final day of the tournament in Geneva.

Team Europe's Nadal was scheduled to take on Team World's Nick Kyrgios in his singles clash before partnering Swiss Federer to face John Isner and Jack Sock.

"I've had an amazing time playing at the Laver Cup and I'm so disappointed I'm not able to play again today, but I have some inflammation in my hand and I need to rest," Nadal said in a statement.

"The atmosphere has been amazing in Geneva and of course I'm going to be there courtside today for all my team mates and do everything I can to support them and help Team Europe win the Laver Cup."

Nadal will be replaced in the doubles by Stefanos Tsitsipas while Dominic Thiem will take his place in the singles to face Kyrgios.

U.S. Open champion Nadal beat Milos Raonic 6-3 7-6(1) in his singles match on Saturday before partnering Tsitsipas in a 6-4 3-6 10-6 defeat by Kyrgios and Sock.

Team Europe lead their opponents 7-5 with the first side to reach 13 points crowned champions. Each win is worth three points on Sunday.

In other singles matches, Federer squares off against Isner while Alexander Zverev meets Raonic.

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of his Laver Cup matches on Sunday due to inflammation in his hand, denying fans the opportunity to see him partner Roger Federer in the doubles on the final day of the tournament in Geneva.

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of his Laver Cup matches on Sunday due to inflammation in his hand, denying fans the opportunity to see him partner Roger Federer in the doubles on the final day of the tournament in Geneva. Team Europe's Nadal was scheduled to take on Team World's Nick Kyrgios in his singles clash before partnering Swiss Federer to face John Isner and Jack Sock. "I've had an amazing time playing at the Laver Cup and I'm so disappointed I'm not able to play again today, but I have some inflammation in my hand and I need to rest," Nadal said in a statement. "The atmosphere has been amazing in Geneva and of course I'm going to be there courtside today for all my team mates and do everything I can to support them and help Team Europe win the Laver Cup." Nadal will be replaced in the doubles by Stefanos Tsitsipas while Dominic Thiem will take his place in the singles to face Kyrgios. U.S. Open champion Nadal beat Milos Raonic 6-3 7-6(1) in his singles match on Saturday before partnering Tsitsipas in a 6-4 3-6 10-6 defeat by Kyrgios and Sock. Team Europe lead their opponents 7-5 with the first side to reach 13 points crowned champions. Each win is worth three points on Sunday. In other singles matches, Federer squares off against Isner while Alexander Zverev meets Raonic.

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Laver Cup with hand injury

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte will be out for up to six months after undergoing surgery on his right knee, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday.

French centre back Laporte damaged his cartilage and lateral meniscus in a challenge with Brighton and Hove Albion defender Adam Webster and was carried off in City's 4-0 league victory last month.

When asked how long Laporte will be out, Guardiola said, "Five months, six months. Next year sure, January or February."

Laporte made 35 league appearances during their title-winning campaign last term, with midfielder Bernardo Silva the only City outfield player to play more matches.

His injury leaves City with Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones as central defenders, following Vincent Kompany's departure to become the player-manager at Anderlecht at the end of last season.

Guardiola confirmed Stones could feature at Norwich City on Saturday after recovering from a niggling thigh issue.

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte will be out for up to six months after undergoing surgery on his right knee, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. French centre back Laporte damaged his cartilage and lateral meniscus in a challenge with Brighton and Hove Albion defender Adam Webster and was carried off in City's 4-0 league victory last month.

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte will be out for up to six months after undergoing surgery on his right knee, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. French centre back Laporte damaged his cartilage and lateral meniscus in a challenge with Brighton and Hove Albion defender Adam Webster and was carried off in City's 4-0 league victory last month. When asked how long Laporte will be out, Guardiola said, "Five months, six months. Next year sure, January or February." Laporte made 35 league appearances during their title-winning campaign last term, with midfielder Bernardo Silva the only City outfield player to play more matches. His injury leaves City with Nicolas Otamendi and John Stones as central defenders, following Vincent Kompany's departure to become the player-manager at Anderlecht at the end of last season. Guardiola confirmed Stones could feature at Norwich City on Saturday after recovering from a niggling thigh issue.

Injured Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte out for up to six months

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said.

The Jamaica Tallawahs player was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball by St Lucia Zouks paceman Hardus Viljoen and ended up leaving the field on a stretcher in a neck brace.

CPL organisers said the 31-year-old had been cleared by scans at hospital.

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"Under the doctor's advice he has headed back to the team hotel with his wife and a member of the Tallawahs medical team to rest and recover," the league said on Twitter.

Australia's Phillip Hughes died after being struck with a bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match in Sydney in 2014.

In the ongoing Ashes series, fellow Australian Steve Smith was floored by a short Jofra Archer delivery in the second test at Lord's.

Smith returned to bat after a concussion test but was later ruled out of the third match at Headingley.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said. The Jamaica Tallawahs player was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball by St Lucia Zouks paceman Hardus Viljoen and ended up leaving the field on a stretcher in a neck brace. CPL organisers said the 31-year-old had been cleared by scans at hospital. Update: Andre Russell has been taken to the hospital for a scan after a nasty blow. #CPL19 pic.twitter.com/spCffsk2gM — CPL T20 (@CPL) September 13, 2019 × "Under the doctor's advice he has headed back to the team hotel with his wife and a member of the Tallawahs medical team to rest and recover," the league said on Twitter. Australia's Phillip Hughes died after being struck with a bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match in Sydney in 2014. In the ongoing Ashes series, fellow Australian Steve Smith was floored by a short Jofra Archer delivery in the second test at Lord's. Smith returned to bat after a concussion test but was later ruled out of the third match at Headingley.

Windies' Andre Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi will not travel to the United States for the club's pre-season tour after sustaining a calf problem on his return to training from a close-season break, the La Liga champions said on Monday.

The Argentine forward experienced discomfort in his right leg during Monday's training session and tests confirmed that the 32-year-old had suffered a grade one calf strain, forcing him out of the tour.

"Messi will remain in Barcelona... his availability to come back to action will be dictated by his recovery," Barcelona said in a statement on their website.

Barcelona are set to travel to the US&nbsp;later on Monday, with two friendly matches scheduled against Italian Serie A side Napoli on Aug. 7 (Miami) and 10 (Michigan).

Messi was banned from international duty for three months and fined $50,000 after levelling accusations of "corruption" at South American soccer chiefs during last month's Copa America.

He was sent off against Chile in the third-place playoff and later alleged that the tournament had been fixed in favour of hosts Brazil, who defeated Argentina in the semi-final on their way to the title.

Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi will not travel to the United States for the club's pre-season tour after sustaining a calf problem on his return to training from a close-season break, the La Liga champions said on Monday.

Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi will not travel to the United States for the club's pre-season tour after sustaining a calf problem on his return to training from a close-season break, the La Liga champions said on Monday. The Argentine forward experienced discomfort in his right leg during Monday's training session and tests confirmed that the 32-year-old had suffered a grade one calf strain, forcing him out of the tour. "Messi will remain in Barcelona... his availability to come back to action will be dictated by his recovery," Barcelona said in a statement on their website. Barcelona are set to travel to the US later on Monday, with two friendly matches scheduled against Italian Serie A side Napoli on Aug. 7 (Miami) and 10 (Michigan). Messi was banned from international duty for three months and fined $50,000 after levelling accusations of "corruption" at South American soccer chiefs during last month's Copa America. He was sent off against Chile in the third-place playoff and later alleged that the tournament had been fixed in favour of hosts Brazil, who defeated Argentina in the semi-final on their way to the title.

Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi out of US tour with calf strain

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