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. return5hJeff CarlisleBarcelona deny Real Madrid another trophy, but the gap is closing7hAlex Kirkland'Best in the world' Mbappé and Vini put Madrid top9hAlex KirklandLiverpool's inconsistencies have never been made more apparent8hBeth LindopUSWNT to face rivals Japan in trio of friendlies10hJeff CarlisleVAR review: Why Man City should have been given penalty vs. Wolves11hAndy Davies, Special to ESPNSlot: Liverpool ran out of energy in last-gasp loss10hBeth Lindop