Italy's crisis-hit Football Federation (FIGC) was placed under the guardianship of Italy's Olympic Committee (CONI) on Tuesday, but newly elected Giovanni Malagò remains at its helm.

New Zealand named a star-studded squad led by Newcastle Knights pair Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai on Tuesday as they eye their first Rugby League World Cup title since 2008.

Michael Olise starred as France stormed back from behind to thrash Belgium 4-1 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, while Italy continued their resurgence with victory over Turkey.

Defending champions Orlando Pirates will be out to retain their MTN8 crown when they face Mamelodi Sundowns in Saturday’s final at Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Lionel Messi will bring the curtain down on his glittering Argentina career on Tuesday with a farewell friendly against Benin that marks the dawn of a new era for the South American champions.