International football
Esposito brothers start together in Italy’s 4-1 win
Brothers Francesco Pio and Sebastiano Esposito both started for Italy in its 4-1 UEFA Nations League win over Turkey on September 28.
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Vietnamese tea export value to US rises 36.4% in eight months
Vietnamese tea exports to the United States rose 22% by volume and 36.4% by value in the first eight months of the year, according to customs figures cited by VnExpress.
International football
Indonesia chase Malaysia in final round for a place in the final
After two FIFA ASEAN Cup Group A matches, Indonesia and Malaysia both have four points, but Malaysia lead on goal difference, +3 to +2.
International football
Teerasak credited with two goals, not a hat-trick against Pakistan
Thailand striker Teerasak Poeiphimai is officially credited with two goals, rather than a hat-trick, in the 4-0 FIFA ASEAN Cup win over Pakistan.
Other sports
Vietnam take men’s regu sepak takraw bronze
Vietnam lost 2-0 to Thailand in the men’s regu sepak takraw semifinal at the Asian Games on September 28, with set scores of 7-15 and 6-15.
International football
Mancini responds to Manchester City contract controversy
Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has addressed questions about his pay and a separate advisory contract during his time at the club.
Other sports
Bao Phuong Vinh finishes runner-up at three-cushion world championship
Bao Phuong Vinh finished runner-up at the three-cushion billiards world championship after losing the final 39-50 to Eddy Merckx in Blois, France.
Other sports
Djokovic and Zverev drawn in same half at China Open
Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev were placed in the same half of the 2026 China Open men’s singles draw, creating a possible meeting if both advance.
International football
Ten-man Indonesia hold Malaysia to goalless draw
Indonesia held Malaysia to a 0-0 draw in Group A of the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup despite playing with 10 men from the 38th minute.