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Curacao, Cape Verde, Jordan and Uzbekistan set for World Cup debuts

At least four nations will be making their first appearance at the finals. Fans around the world watched on in excitement as they discovered their World Cup opponents.

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Trump wins peace prize at FIFA Men's World Cup draw

President Trump, along with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney participated in the FIFA Men's World Cup draw on Friday in Washington, D.C. The world soccer organization also awarded Mr. Trump with...

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Ajax secure 3-1 win in Eredivisie

Ajax overcame an early deficit and two own goals to defeat Fortuna Sittard 3-1, maintaining third place in the Eredivisie and narrowing the gap to Feyenoord and PSV.

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Denis claims victory in dramatic Formula E season opener in Sao Paulo

Formula E Season 12 began in Sao Paulo with a dramatic race featuring a major crash, a red flag, and a late surge to victory by Denis. Defending champion Oliver Roland finished second after a strong comeback.

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Harry Kane nets hat-trick as Bayern Munich rout Stuttgart

Harry Kane scored three goals in just 28 minutes after coming off the bench as Bayern Munich defeated Stuttgart 5-0, extending their Bundesliga lead.

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Verstappen claims pole in dramatic Yas Marina championship decider

Max Verstappen secured pole position for the championship-deciding race at Yas Marina, overcoming a dramatic qualifying session marked by crashes and intense competition among title contenders.

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Top coaches react to challenging 2026 World Cup group stage draw

Coaches from Argentina, France, and England have commented on the tough group stage draws following the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw. Each acknowledges the strength of their opponents and the need for strong performances from the outset.

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Müller and Whitecaps arrive for MLS Cup final showdown with Messi

Thomas Müller and the Vancouver Whitecaps have arrived in Fort Lauderdale ahead of the MLS Cup final, where they will face Lionel Messi and his team. The Whitecaps are aiming for their first championship, with head coach Jesper Sorensen ...

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Messi and Müller set for MLS Cup showdown in Fort Lauderdale

Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller will face off in Fort Lauderdale for the MLS Cup, echoing their 2014 World Cup final encounter. The match could mark the final professional appearance for several football legends.

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Germany, France secure key wins at ITTF Mixed Team World Cup

Germany defeated Hong Kong and France upset Japan to secure spots in the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup semi-finals in Chengdu. The matches determined the line-up for the upcoming semi-finals.

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World Cup coaches react to group stage draw, assess challenges ahead

Following the completion of the World Cup group stage draw, coaches from Spain, the Netherlands, and Germany shared their perspectives on the challenges their teams will face. Each coach emphasized the difficulty of their respective grou...

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World Cup draw sets challenging groups

The recent World Cup draw has grouped teams such as Portugal, Colombia, and Panama, prompting coaches to assess their chances and reflect on their teams' progress. Coaches highlighted both the challenges and opportunities ahead as they p...

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Mbappé five goals short of beating Ronaldo's 2013 Real Madrid record

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé is closing in on the club record for the most goals scored in a calendar year.

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World Cup 2026 draw sets emotional stage for coaches and teams

The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been finalized, revealing group stage opponents and evoking strong reactions from coaches. Teams like South Africa, Scotland, and Australia reflect on their journeys and upcoming challenges.

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World Cup 2026 draw presents tough groups, lingering uncertainties

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw has set up challenging group stages for teams like Brazil, Canada, and Mexico, with some matchups still to be determined by upcoming European playoffs.

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Japanese stars shine on Day 1 of the Tokyo Grand Slam

Day 1 in Tokyo delivered top-level judo as Koga, Murao, Abe, Sulamanidze, Omori, Endovitskii and Kaju all claimed gold. With several all-Japan finals and world champions in action, the event opened in spectacular fashion. A powerful star...

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Journey of Olympic flame around Italy begins

The first leg of the Olympic torch tour has started from the Stadio dei Marmi in Rome. The flame will pass through all the regions and arrive on the eve of the start of the Winter Games in Milan, on 5 February.

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2026: The most expensive FIFA World Cup ever

The draw for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup is underway. The once-every-four-year tournament will be co-hosted by three countries: Mexico, the United Stated and Canada. The final match, however, will be held in New York City and costs cou...

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Tuchel and Solbakken outline World Cup plans after draw

England's Thomas Tuchel discusses logistical priorities for the World Cup, while Norway's Stael Solbakken looks forward to a potential Haaland versus Mbappé showdown.

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U.S. President Donald Trump receives inaugural FIFA Peace Prize

Donald Trump has been awarded a newly-created peace prize by football's governing body FIFA. The U.S. President has made no secret of his desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize. He was presented with the award at the 2026 World Cup Draw in ...

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Azteca Stadium to host World Cup opener for third time

The historic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City is undergoing its largest renovation since it was built in 1966, in preparation to become the first stadium in the world to host three World Cup opening matches.

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Vancouver hopes Whitecaps Cinderella season ends with MLS Cup win

Thomas Müller and the Vancouver Whitecaps are set to battle Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami this weekend for MLS’s top trophy. The final is being billed as a battle of the league’s two top stars, but at the start of the season few expected th...

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Colts looking to break losing streak in Jacksonville

For the first time in NFL history, there are five divisions being led by just one game or less.

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Five golfers share lead at Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas

The Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Club saw five players tied at the top, with nearly half the field within two shots of the lead.

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Michael Jordan takes the stand in NASCAR antitrust case

NBA legend Michael Jordan testified Friday in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR.

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World Cup coaches react to group draw, play up new generation of stars

The 2026 World Cup draw at Washington's Kennedy Center revealed big group matchups, including Germany facing Ecuador and Brazil drawn with Morocco.

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Mexico City’s World Cup stadium water divide

Mexico City’s legendary Azteca Stadium has its own well, but the people living around it can go days without water. For The National, CBC’s Jorge Barrera talks to people in Santa Úrsula Coapa who fear the 2026 World Cup will put even mor...

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Egypt, UAE face crucial Arab Cup clash after opening setbacks

Egypt and the UAE are preparing for a decisive Arab Cup group match after both teams failed to secure wins in their opening games. Egypt drew with Kuwait while the UAE lost to Jordan, making their upcoming encounter vital for progression.

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Barcelona face tough test against unbeaten Betis

Barcelona, currently leading La Liga, prepare for a challenging away match against Real Betis, who are unbeaten in eight games. Coach Hansi Flick expresses confidence in his team's progress and highlights Lamine Jamal's development.

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World Cup draw features record 48 teams, historic FIFA Peace Prize

The largest World Cup draw in history took place at the Kennedy Center, featuring 48 teams and the awarding of FIFA's first Peace Prize to Donald Trump. The event also highlighted debut nations and a competitive group stage lineup.