Racing PositionsFaith in youth continues to pay off as Japan march on into Olympic quarters1YGabriel TanIn contrasting style, Japan and Iraq deliver statement wins in Olympic openers1YGabriel TanJapan yet to hit top gear but could have timed AFC U-23 title charge to perfection2YGabriel TanRodman marks 'fresh start' in scoring U.S. return7hJeff CarlisleBarcelona deny Real Madrid another trophy, but the gap is closing9hAlex Kirkland'Best in the world' Mbappé and Vini put Madrid top11hAlex KirklandLiverpool's inconsistencies have never been made more apparent10hBeth LindopUSWNT to face rivals Japan in trio of friendlies12hJeff CarlisleVAR review: Why Man City should have been given penalty vs. Wolves13hAndy Davies, Special to ESPNSlot: Liverpool ran out of energy in last-gasp loss12hBeth Lindop