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Egypt lose South Africa friendly as Mohamed Salah's absence continues | The National
Pitso Mosimane's team secure 1-0 win in Cairo to add to the woes of Pharaohs boss Hossam Hassan
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Djokovic beats Zverev at China Open in stunning comeback from injury
Novak Djokovic to face Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals in Beijing after the Russian defeats Francisco Cerundolo.
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Football superstar Lionel Messi readies for final Argentina match in farewell friendly
Messi will be joined for his international swansong by 85,000 spectators and several of the teammates with whom he reached the pinnacle of football
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Who were the top teen athletes at the Asian Games?
China’s Zhang Zhanshuo, 19, finished with seven gold medals while compatriot Yu Zidi won three record-breaking golds.
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Hallgrimsson says Israel tried to intimidate Ireland players during tense Nations League draw | The National
The sides clashed at half-time at TSC Arena, with one Republic official alleging an Israeli player had spat at him
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Spitting allegations as Ireland and Israel fight out ill-tempered draw
Ireland and Israel drew 1-1 in a second ill-tempered Nations League match.
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Portugal stay perfect without Ronaldo in Nations League, Germany held by Greece
Portugal stay perfect without Ronaldo in Nations League, Germany held by Greece
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Max Verstappen washes away frustrations with win at Bahrain Grand Prix
Max Verstappen washes away frustrations with win at Bahrain Grand Prix
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Israel face spitting allegation as Ireland boss ‘delighted’ games are over
Ireland manager says 'disciplinary committee will look at' allegations Israel player spat at one of his coaching staff.
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‘Everyone knew’: Canada boss Marsch wants Man City relegated for breaches
Jesse Marsch alleges Man City's financial wrongdoing was widely known in the Premier League, and relegation must follow.
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Cristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus
Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal squad on Wednesday, but door open for return.
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Ireland refuse handshake with Israel and don armbands in Nations League tie
Republic of Ireland football players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel in UEFA Nations League.
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Ronaldo-less Portugal beat Norway 2-1 to reach Nations League quarterfinals
Holders Portugal first team to qualify for 2026-27 UEFA Nations League despite Cristiano Ronaldo's absence.
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Ireland soccer players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel team
Ireland players have again worn black armbands and bowed their heads during the Israeli national anthem before the teams’ second Nations League soccer match to protest Israel’s actions in Gaza. The Israeli players also wore black armbands on Sunday in memory of the people killed in the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher stepped in as captain for Dara O’Shea, who was excused to be with his wife for the birth of their child. Kelleher pointedly avoided shaking hands with Israel captain Dor Peretz, despite completing the usual pre-match formality with the referee and one of his assistants. Sunday’s game was initially supposed to be played in Dublin but is being played in Serbia with no fans present.
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Marlon Bayer wins as F4 Saudi Arabian Championship opens in Jeddah
Marlon Bayer wins as F4 Saudi Arabian Championship opens in Jeddah
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UAE Football Association to cover ticket costs for fans at Gulf 27 final in Saudi Arabia
The UAE Football Association has increased the number of special flights carrying fans to Jeddah to 12, up from the six previously announced, in response to strong demand from supporters
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Djokovic rallies past Zverev in thriller to reach China Open semifinals
Djokovic moved a step closer to an elusive first trophy of the year, while denying Zverev another opportunity to strengthen his bid for the world number one ranking
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UAE fans book out 6 Jeddah flights within minutes ahead of Gulf Cup Final in Saudi
The surge in demand came a day after the UAE defeated Oman 1-0 in Jeddah to reach its first Gulf Cup final since 2018, reigniting hopes of ending a 13-year wait for regional glory