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Spain: Anti-Muslim chants mar Egypt soccer friendly

Spain's national team coach and football association have condemned fans after "Islamophobic" chants were heard during a match against Egypt. Spanish authorities are now investigating the incident.

DW News 5 months ago

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Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop.

Al Jazeera 5 months ago

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NZ's Kerr hits 179 not out in record women's ODI chase

New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr hits an unbeaten 179 off 139 balls to inspire her side to chase down 346 against South Africa in the highest successful run chase in women's ODI history.

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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Scotland beat Germany for sixth Worlds win in row

Scotland are on course for the World Men's Curling Championship play-offs after their 10-4 defeat of Germany made it six wins in a row in Utah - watch their next tie on the BBC Sport website.

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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County Championship 2026: Clean slate for the domestic game?

The 2026 County Championship season begins on Friday amid hopes of a reconnection between the ECB and the county game.

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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BBC Sport's McNulty picks his World Cup England squad - do you agree?

BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty picks his 26-man England World Cup squad.

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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“It feels like a nightmare”: Fans upset as Italy fails to qualify for third straight World Cup

Italy’s World Cup hopes ended in heartbreak after a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia, leaving stunned fans in Rome lamenting another missed chance and a 16-year absence from football’s biggest stage.

Euronews 5 months ago

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Which teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?

A breakdown of the teams and groups of the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the US after the final playoffs.

Al Jazeera 5 months ago

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‘An incredible feeling’: Turkiye beat Kosovo to end 24-year World Cup wait

Turkiye secure a return to football's biggest tournament for the first time since 2002, when they finished third.

Al Jazeera 5 months ago

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4 takeaways from the U.S. men's national soccer team's World Cup tune-up games

The two losses — 5-2 to Belgium and 2-0 to Portugal — were a wakeup call for the USMNT and the team's ambitions for this summer's World Cup. But the Americans said they welcomed the lessons learned.

NPR News 5 months ago

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Trump's 2026 World Cup won't be a tournament for fans

The 2026 World Cup is being overshadowed by politics and there is widespread criticism of US President Donald Trump. Many German fans are not traveling to the USA at all, whilst others are going.

DW News 5 months ago

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Forget Forest & Spurs... Barrow are the kings of chaos

Now onto their fifth manager of the season, are League Two Barrow the true 'kings of chaos'?

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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Man Utd are closing in on Champions League - how has Carrick done it?

Manchester United are within touching distance of a return to the Champions League. How has interim boss Michael Carrick done it?

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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Can you name every F1 world drivers' champion?

Can you name all the drivers' champions in Formula 1? There's no time limit on this quiz. Good luck!

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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Doncic breaks Bryant points record for LA Lakers

Luka Doncic breaks NBA great Kobe Bryant's record for the most points scored by a Los Angeles Lakers player in a calendar month.

BBC Sport 5 months ago

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LIV's McDowell considering DP World Tour return with eye on Ryder Cup

Graeme McDowell says he is considering rejoining the DP World Tour to play the Irish Open, a move he hopes could help him reconnect with the European Ryder Cup team.

BBC Sport 5 months ago