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In Italy, racist abuse is dismissed (again) as part of the game

New York Times: Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku subjected to monkey chants.

Football fury: Boy, 9, abused by rival's parent - threat to 'rip' child off pitch

The attack took place before the start of a tournament's finals match over the weekend.

London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham show frailties

Lapses in Tottenham's draw at Arsenal underline how both are a level below top two.

Guendouzi unlikely hero as Arsenal fight back

Guendouzi ran, tackled, intercepted, passed and ultimately created key moment for Arsenal.

Don't worry about winning: Rugby, major sports' shock move to keep kids playing

Major changes to competitions and development opportunities in kids sport on the way.

Liverpool, Manchester City continue to set the pace

Win for Liverpool. Victory for Manchester City. And the usual dose of VAR controversy.

30-0! Record-breaking Kiwis produce rugby score in football game

New Zealand break records with alarmingly lopsided victory in World Cup qualification.

Football: Champions League failure pains Ronaldo

The three-time Uefa Player of the Year has a renewed hunger heading into the group stage.

New dawn for All Whites as Danny Hay takes the reins

Hope springs eternal for New Zealand Football.

City denied by VAR as Tottenham end 15 win run

The video assistant referee ended the 15-game winning run of the champions.

Watch: Can Singh sing? Kiwi footballer's hilarious Justin Bieber rendition

Sarpreet Singh was forced to serenade his teammates as part of his 'official initiation.'

College sport: Nga Tawa

Sport Whanganui college sport review focuses on Nga Tawa School in Marton.

Lampard surprised at Mourinho selection criticism

Frank Lampard hit back at Jose Mourinho's criticism of his Chelsea team selection.

Football: Sterling stars as City cruise

Champs untroubled in opening five-goal win at West Ham.

Football: Kane brace clinches win

Harry Kane scored two late goals as Tottenham has a strong start their campaign.

Dream start for Liverpool as EPL kicks off

Liverpool made a commanding start to the English Premier League season.

From overweight reject to world-class prospect

Tanguy Ndombele is one of Europe's most exciting midfielders.

Manchester City looks unbeatable. These coaches know it's not

New York Times: Pep Guardiola's team is favoured to cruise to its third straight title.