The United States and Russia on Saturday agreed on an ambitious plan to eliminate Syria’s chemical weapons by the middle of next year.

Fast bowler Tendai Chatara took five wickets as Zimbabwe pulled off a dramatic 24-run win on the fifth day of the second and final Test against Pakistan at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

Paris Saint-Germain, though provisionally, went top of the French league table on Friday night with a comfortable 2-0 away win at Bordeaux.

Bayern Munich topped the Bundesliga for the first time this season with a 2-0 win over Hanover 96 on Saturday as they prepare to defend their Champions League title.

Wayne Rooney returned to give Manchester United manager David Moyes his first win at Old Trafford as the champions beat Crystal Palace 2-0, while Mesut Ozil marked his debut by inspiring Arsenal to a 3-1 triumph at Sunderland Saturday.

Jim Furyk fired the sixth 59 in US PGA Tour history, reaching golf’s magic number in the second round of the BMW Championship.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Gareth Bale will make his long awaited debut for the club against Villarreal on Saturday night.

Defiant Inter Milan host champions Juventus for their first major home game of the season while Serie A leaders Napoli look to tighten their grip against visitors Atalanta.

Mesut Ozil and Willian could be among the players making their first appearances when the Premier League resumes on Saturday, while Tottenham Hotspur will begin life without Gareth Bale.

Pakistan captain Misbah-ul Haq stood firm as his side lost five wickets chasing victory on the fourth day of the second Test against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Friday.