ALICANTE - Spain stormed into the 2018 World Cup as Group G winners after producing a ruthless first half display to beat Albania 3-0 on Friday, sealing their place in Russia next summer as nearest challengers Italy were held to a 1-1 draw by Macedonia.
LONDON- - Harry Kane's stoppage time goal earned England a 1-0 victory over Slovenia on Thursday and a place at next year's World Cup finals although his last-gasp effort barely masked a sterile Wembley display by the hosts.
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (40) throws against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning in the 2017 American League wildcard playoff baseball game at Yankee Stadium. Yankees won 8-4 and will face the AL Central champion Cleveland Indians in the AL Division Series starting on Thursday. (Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports.)
NEW YORK- - Justin Thomas was named PGA Tour Player of the Year on Wednesday after a season that included five victories and the FedExCup title.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) is sacked by Washington’s outside linebacker Ryan Kerrigan (91) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Chiefs won 29-20. (Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports.)
