In the stands of Beirut's largest stadium, it is the shouts of children displaced by war that echo, not the songs of fans.

China's three-time Olympic gold medallist diver Quan Hongchan considered retiring after struggling with her mental health and says she has been subjected to intense scrutiny over her weight.

Slow processing and server errors frustrated thousands of fans hoping for seats for the upcoming Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is available to make his return to action after serving a 12-match ban following an eye-gouging incident.

Lionel Messi will start for Argentina in a friendly against Zambia on Tuesday in what is the reigning world champions' final game on home soil before they defend their World Cup crown.