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Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
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Spanoulis selects 15-player Greek squad to solidify World Cup path
Ahead of critical FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Romania and Portugal, the Greek national team assembles a 15-player roster to carry a dominant record into the ne...
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Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams
Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.
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Marius Grigonis reunites with Zalgiris: “It’s still home”
From being crowned Turkish Airlines EuroLeague champion with Panathinaikos Aktor in 2024, 32-year-old Marius Grigonis returns to hometown Zalgiris.
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Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?
World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches.
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Monaco faces disciplinary fallout after Game 3 meltdown against Paris
Under the threat of league sanctions, AS Monaco shifts its focus to a must-win Game 4 of the Finals in the Betclic Elite Playoffs 2026.
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What next for McAtee amid Anderson uncertainty?
After struggling to break through at Nottingham Forest last season, will James McAtee get his chance if Elliot Anderson leaves for Manchester City?
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Boyd: Scotland can’t concede early against Brazil
Kris Boyd says Scotland cannot concede another early goal when they meet Brazil in their final Group C match at the World Cup on Wednesday after going behind after 70 sec...
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Oxford announce exit of head coach Bloomfield
Oxford United announce head coach Matt Bloomfield has left the club.
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Cooper on Wales' radar amid Bellamy's Burnley links
Wales are preparing for head coach Craig Bellamy's possible move to Burnley with a shortlist of potential successors which includes former Nottingham Forest boss Steve Co...
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Tunisia vs Japan LIVE!
Tunisia vs Japan LIVE!
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Germany vs Ivory Coast LIVE!
Germany vs Ivory Coast LIVE!
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Turk Telekom lands EuroLeague veteran Ismael Bako for EuroCup debut
Belgian center Ismael Bako signs with Türk Telekom Ankara, bolstering their frontcourt ahead of the new 2026–27 season following his stint in the VTB United League with Z...
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'Everything I do is for you' - how tragedy is driving Diomande
BBC Sport explores how exciting young Ivory Coast Yan Diomande is determined to succeed at the World Cup in honour of his sister.
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White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions
The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.
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Fenerbahce icon Nando de Colo formally retires following championship victory
Legendary playmaker Nando de Colo officially ends his historic 20-season career by securing a domestic championship with Fenerbahce Beko.
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10-man Paraguay knock out Turkey despite Almiron red card
Watch highlights as 10-man Paraguay win despite Miguel Almiron's red card, eliminating Turkey from the 2026 World Cup.
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Oscar Wembanyama navigates fame and expectations: “Definitely not easy”
Blocking out external noise and comparisons, 19-year-old Oscar Wembanyama relies on family guidance to establish his own versatile identity at SIG Strasbourg.
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Thunder and Bulls lead trade-up pursuit of Aday Mara
Aday Mara drives intense draft lottery friction as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Chicago Bulls spearhead an aggressive trade-up market, disrupting a board heavily impacte...
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Cibona enters Basketball Champions League, Cholet secures Tony Snell
Confirming its official return to European continental competition, Cibona joins the Basketball Champions League field.
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