Arizona Tribune - Sports (English)

Vegas-bound Inoue knocks out South Korea's Kim in Tokyo

Japan's unbeaten Naoya Inoue retained his undisputed world super-bantamweight titles on Friday in style by knocking out South Korean rank outsider Kim Ye-joon in the fourth round in Tokyo.

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Arteta consulting Arsenal players during striker search

Mikel Arteta said Friday he is consulting his Arsenal players over new signings as the club scramble to bring in a striker before the January transfer window closes.

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Klopp 'needs time' to make impact as Red Bull boss, says Alonso

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso on Friday backed Jurgen Klopp to make an impact in his new job at Red Bull, but said the former Liverpool manager "needs time".

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Belgium name Frenchman Garcia as new national team coach

Belgium's football federation on Friday announced Frenchman Rudi Garcia as the new national team coach, after the sacking of Domenico Tedesco.

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Sinner to meet Zverev in Australian Open final after Djokovic exit

Defending champion Jannik Sinner blew past Ben Shelton 7-6 (7/2), 6-2, 6-2 in the Australian Open semi-finals on Friday to set up a showdown with Alexander Zverev for the title.

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Arteta doubles down on need for Arsenal striker

Mikel Arteta reiterated Friday that Arsenal are actively looking to sign a striker, admitting they "lack options" as the clock ticks down towards the end of the January transfer window.

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Desire burns bright but uncertainty abounds for Djokovic

Novak Djokovic's injury retirement from his Australian Open semi-final after a gruelling first set on Friday, and his subsequent comments, have left question marks about how the last chapter of his great career might unfold.

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Liverpool's Slot disagrees with dad over 'exciting' football

Liverpool manager Arne Slot joked Friday that his father sometimes complains that his football is not "exciting" enough.

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Germany coach Nagelsmann extends contract until Euro 2028

Julian Nagelsmann has signed a contract extension to remain Germany coach until the end of Euro 2028, the German FA (DFB) announced Friday.

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Pakistan stick with spin as they chase West Indies series sweep

Head coach Aaqib Javed brushed aside criticism of Pakistan's reliance on spin bowling as they seek a clean sweep against the West Indies in the second Test starting on Saturday.

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Zverev defends injured Djokovic after Australian Open boos

Alexander Zverev defended Novak Djokovic for pulling out of their Australian Open semi-final with injury Friday, after the 24-time Grand Slam champion was booed by some spectators as he left court.

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Aryna Sabalenka: the complete player in search of history

Aryna Sabalenka, who can write her name into the tennis record books with a third consecutive Australian Open title on Saturday, has become the complete player.

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Madison Keys: from teenage prodigy to Melbourne finalist at 29

Former teenage prodigy Madison Keys arrived in Australia with the goal of seeing how well she could perform with her 30th birthday approaching next month.

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Sabalenka, Keys promise thunderous slugfest in Australian Open final

The irresistible force of Aryna Sabalenka meets the unbreakable spirit of Madison Keys in an Australian Open women's singles final on Saturday that promises to be a thunderous slugfest.

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Coquard wins Down Under photo finish as Romo retains tour lead

Frenchman Bryan Coquard pipped German Phil Bauhaus in an exciting finish of the fourth stage Friday as Javier Romo held on to the race leader's jersey in the Tour Down Under.

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Djokovic unsure if Murray partnership will go on after Melbourne exit

Novak Djokovic would not commit to working with Andy Murray again as his coach after the Serb retired from the Australian Open semi-finals on Friday with injury.

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LeBron, Davis lead Lakers romp over Celtics

LeBron James and Anthony Davis combined to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 117-96 thumping of the defending champion Boston Celtics on Thursday.

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Sumo walks 'tightrope' with first overseas events in 20 years

Sumo is walking a "tightrope" as it prepares to stage events outside Japan for the first time in 20 years while also trying to preserve its ancient traditions, experts say.

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Djokovic retires hurt to send Zverev into Australian Open final

Novak Djokovic retired injured after losing a gruelling first set of his Australian Open semi-final to Alexander Zverev, leaving his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam crown in tatters on Friday.

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Farrell 'still finding out' about 'intriguing' France at Racing

Former England captain Owen Farrell says he is still learning about life in France as his struggling Racing 92 welcome Castres in the Top 14 on Saturday a week on from returning from injury.

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Misfiring Kane needs to shake off slump as Bayern visit Freiburg

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane will hope to overcome a slump in front of goal when his side travel to face Freiburg on Saturday.

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Barca hoping to end torrid Liga form against improving Valencia

Barcelona must harness the euphoria of their thrilling Champions League victory at Benfica to halt a miserable run of La Liga form against an improving Valencia side on Sunday.

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Man City start tough run against Chelsea, Spurs aim to halt slide

Manchester City have no time to lick their wounds after another bruising Champions League defeat as Chelsea prepare to visit the Etihad, with both clubs battling for a top-four finish.

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Lyon fight for return to Champions League amid off-field worries

Lyon are desperate to get back into the Champions League but their stuttering start to the new year threatens that ambition just as they face serious financial problems and their American owner finds himself making enemies with the French league.

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Peers and Gadecki win Australian Open mixed doubles

Wildcards John Peers and Olivia Gadecki were crowned Australian Open mixed doubles champions on Friday, outlasting fellow Australians Kimberly Birrell and John-Patrick Smith.

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Strong winds wreak havoc before Torrey Pines 2nd rd halted

Strong winds wreaked havoc during the second round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in California on Thursday, forcing a lengthy suspension before play was halted due to darkness.

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Washington's 'Terminator' Daniels one win away from NFL history

Jayden Daniels has already transformed the Washington Commanders from perennial strugglers to NFC Championship contenders and on Sunday has a chance to make history and become the first rookie quarterback ever to reach the Super Bowl.

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D.C. Independent Film Forum Announces Film Lineup, Schedule for 2025

26th Edition of Annual Film Festival to Run February 12-17

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Djokovic faces Zverev semi-final test in pursuit of 25th Slam title

Novak Djokovic throws his ailing 37-year-old body into an Australian Open semi-final against Alexander Zverev on Friday while defending champion Jannik Sinner faces Ben Shelton.

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Man Utd should never get used to losing, says Fernandes

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said the club's fans should not lower their expectations despite the Red Devils struggles this season, particularly at Old Trafford.

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Wembanyama dazzles Paris crowd as he leads Spurs to easy win

Victor Wembanyama said he played one of the best five games of his young career after delighting his home crowd in Paris on Thursday by scoring 30 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 140-110 rout of the Indiana Pacers.

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Man Utd, Spurs enjoy Europa League boost

Manchester United and Tottenham both enjoyed some much needed respite from their Premier League woes with victories in the Europa League on Thursday.

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