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Five things to look out for as Club World Cup kicks off

Despite concerns over ticket sales and player fatigue, FIFA\'s new expanded Club World Cup will throw up several intriguing storylines this summer in the United States. AFP Sport picks five things to look out for on the pitch as teams compete to conquer the world and claim their share of $1 billion in prize money.

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Markram leads South Africa to 'special' WTC title

Aiden Markram\'s magnificent century was the cornerstone of South Africa\'s five-wicket victory over Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord\'s on Saturday as the Proteas ended decades of cricket heartbreak by at last winning a major global title.

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Sir David Beckham: Global icon achieves ultimate goal

David Beckham\'s knighthood is the culmination of years of tireless efforts to transcend football and turn himself into a global icon at the ‘intersection of sport, fashion and business.’

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Sane joins Galatasaray from Bayern

Germany winger Leroy Sane has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer from Bayern Munich, the Turkish champions announced on Thursday. The 29-year-old has signed a...

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Frank faces pressure at Spurs

Thomas Frank was hired as Tottenham’s new manager on Thursday as the Dane accepted the daunting task of solving the club’s famed inconsistency.

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CWC a chance for MLS to shine: Giroud

Los Angeles FC striker Olivier Giroud says the FIFA Club World Cup is a chance to showcase Major League Soccer as the tournament kicks off this weekend.

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CWC a test of Chelsea’s elite credentials

After securing their return to the Champions League on the final day of the season, Chelsea have an early chance to show they belong back among the elite this summer at the Club World Cup.