Toulouse Olympique full-back Olly Ashall-Bott has signed a new four-year contract extension.

St Helens' Jonny Lomax faces lengthy spell out of action after suffering a suspected fractured jaw.

Wales began their World Cup of Darts campaign in Frankfurt with a 4-1 victory over Lithuania.

South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1 in their opening World Cup finals match.

Co-hosts Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener, with three players shown red cards.

Real Madrid confirm the reappointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach on a three-year contract.

Japan captain Wataru Endo ruled out of the World Cup and retires from international football.