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Van Gaal plays down Rooney injury after United 2-1 victory over Stoke

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has played down the extent of Wayne Rooney's knee injury after the striker missed United's 2-1 win over Stoke City.

FP Archives|Dec 03, 2014, 11:55:29 IST

English Premier League side Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has played down the extent of Wayne Rooney's knee injury after the striker missed United's 2-1 win over Stoke City on Tuesday.[caption id="attachment_1127279" align="alignleft" width="380"] Manchester United's Wayne Rooney, as he walks off the pitch after the final whistle during their English Premier League soccer match against Manchester City. AP[/caption]Rooney was injured during United's 3-0 victory at home to Hull City on Saturday, but Van Gaal said that he did not expect his captain to be out of action for long, reported Xinhua."It's his knee, but we have to wait until tomorrow (Wednesday) to say anything about him because you never know with a knee," Van Gaal told reporters at Old Trafford."My opinion is it's not so serious, but I'm not a doctor. We have to wait for the scan, then we'll know more. I hope it's not so serious."IANS

High-flying PV Sindhu defeats fellow Indian Unnati Hooda, advances into 2026 China Open round two

Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu battled past teenage compatriot Unnati Hooda in a hard‑fought opening‑round clash to reach the second round of the China Open.

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What Is 3x3 Basketball, and why India Is playing It at the 2026 CWG for the first time

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have sparked debate with the exclusion of nine sporting events, but they will mark a historic milestone with India’s maiden appearance in the women’s 3x3 wheelchair basketball competition.

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Why India may not witness a medal rush at 2026 Commonwealth Games

A 125-strong Indian contingent is in Glasgow for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, starting today (July 23), chasing international glory. However, with a roster of sports such as badminton and wrestling being cut from the event, the country’s medal chances have been drastically reduced

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MLS probes Inter Miami over Casemiro move despite confirmed signing

Inter Miami have signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro as a free agent, but Major League Soccer has launched an investigation into an alleged tampering issue linked to his move

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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

Two‑time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu reaffirmed her belief in herself with a landmark triumph at the Japan Open Super 750, defeating local favourite Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets.