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Rodney Rogers, a former NBA star and Wake Forest University basketball legend, died at the age of 54 from natural causes related to a spinal cord injury sustained in a 2008 ATV accident. He played twelve NBA seasons for teams including the Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers, and Phoenix Suns, earning accolades such as NBA Sixth Man of the Year and helping the Brooklyn Nets reach the 2003 Eastern Conference Championship. After his accident, Rogers co-founded the Rodney Rogers Foundation to support people with spinal cord injuries and is survived by his wife Faye, children, and mother Estelle Spencer.

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RoseLavelle

Gotham FC defeated the Washington Spirit 1-0 in the National Women's Soccer League final at PayPal Park, with Rose Lavelle scoring the winning goal in the 80th minute. Lavelle's goal was set up by substitute Bruninha,...

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LincolnRiley

USC's College Football Playoff hopes ended with a 42-27 defeat against No. 7 Oregon, as struggles in special teams and defense proved decisive. Head coach Lincoln Riley faces criticism for poor records against...

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JohnMateer

John Mateer led No. 8 Oklahoma to a 17-6 victory over No. 22 Missouri with strong defensive play and 173 passing yards. No. 5 Oregon Ducks won 42-27 against No. 16 Southern California, aided by Dante Moore's 257 passing...

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ClubAtléticoLanús

Club Atlético Lanús won the Copa Sudamericana by defeating Atlético Mineiro in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in regulation and extra time. This victory marks Lanús’ third international title and adds to their...

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AntonioConte

Napoli secured a 3-1 victory over Atalanta at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, temporarily reclaiming the top spot in Serie A with 25 points. The coach Antonio Conte praised the team's strong defense and highlighted...

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RodneyRogers

Rodney Rogers, a former NBA star and Wake Forest University basketball legend, died at the age of 54 from natural causes related to a spinal cord injury sustained in a 2008 ATV accident. He played twelve NBA seasons for...

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HarveyBarnes

Newcastle United secured a 2-1 Premier League victory against Manchester City at St James' Park, with Harvey Barnes scoring both goals and breaking a difficult run for Eddie Howe. Despite early chances by Manchester...

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FCBarcelona

FC Barcelona is celebrating the reopening of the Spotify Camp Nou stadium after 906 days of renovation, with a match against Athletic Club welcoming over 45,000 fans. The renovation includes new grandstand areas,...

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ChrisPaul

Chris Paul officially announced his retirement after completing his 21st NBA season. Paul shared a highlight reel on social media reflecting on his career which spanned seven NBA teams including the Los Angeles Clippers...

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Murillo

Nottingham Forest executed a precise tactical game plan to secure a remarkable 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, marking their biggest ever win at this stadium and their first clean sheet in 20 Premier League...

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DusanVlahovic

Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic was targeted by racist chants including "You're a gypsy" during the Fiorentina-Juventus match at the Franchi stadium. Referee Doveri suspended the game twice due to the abuse and...

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Martin

The Serie A matches included a 3-3 draw between Cagliari and Genoa, where Genoa led twice but Cagliari equalized and Martin's late goal sealed the draw. Bologna defeated Udinese 3-0 with Pobega scoring two goals and...

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PedroNeto

Chelsea secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor, moving up to second place in the Premier League with 23 points, three behind leaders Arsenal. Pedro Neto opened the scoring in the 37th minute and...

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PacoRassat

Paco Rassat achieved a historic first World Cup slalom victory in Gurgl, Austria, starting with bib number 21 and placed 14th after the first run. He surged ahead in the second run to claim first place, followed by...

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SterlingMahomes

Sterling Mahomes, daughter of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes, wore a designer Fendi Baguette bag valued at nearly $4,000 during a Kansas City Chiefs game. Patrick and Brittany shared family moments...

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JacobHöltingNilsson

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LandoNorris

Lando Norris secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix in a rain-soaked qualifying session, marking his 16th career pole and third consecutive this season. Norris finished 0.323 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen,...

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BrandonAiyuk

Brandon Aiyuk, wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, has been sidelined for over 400 days due to a severe knee injury involving a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus. Head coach Kyle Shanahan noted limited communication...

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TravisKelce

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MatteoBerrettini

Italy secured a place in the Davis Cup final for the third year in a row after winning a tense semifinal against Belgium in Bologna. Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli secured an unassailable 2-0 lead with crucial...

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KutterCrawford

The Boston Red Sox tendered contracts to all their remaining arbitration-eligible players, including Kutter Crawford, Tanner Houck, Romy Gonzalez, and Triston Casas, while the Texas Rangers declined to offer contracts...

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MartenWinkler

German football saw key matches in several leagues highlight tactical shifts and player performances. Hertha BSC secured a 1-0 win over Eintracht Braunschweig with Marten Winkler scoring, continuing their five-game...

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CalenBullock

The Houston Texans defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-19 at NRG Stadium during the NFL Week 12 opener, with Houston's defense dominating and sacking quarterback Josh Allen eight times. Safety Calen Bullock played a crucial...

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DieterHerzog

Dieter Herzog, the former football World Champion, has died at the age of 79, as confirmed by Bayer Leverkusen, the club where he ended his professional career. Fortuna Düsseldorf and Bayer Leverkusen mourned Herzog's...

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LasseAndersson

The Füchse Berlin handball team has maintained an undefeated record in the Handball Champions League by defeating Sporting CP 33:29 at the Max-Schmeling-Halle. Key contributions from players Lasse Andersson, Mathias...

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AurelioDeLaurentiis

Aurelio De Laurentiis, the president of Napoli football club, has been ordered to stand trial in Rome on charges of accounting fraud related to football transfers during the financial years 2019, 2020, and 2021. The...

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WorldCup

Northern Ireland will face Italy in the World Cup playoff semifinals, recalling a history where Northern Ireland lost 7 of their 11 previous encounters with Italy. Northern Ireland notably eliminated Italy twice in...

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MaelineMendy

Paris FC secured their first victory of the Women's Champions League season by defeating Benfica 2-0, with goals from Maeline Mendy and Maëlle Garbino. Paris Saint-Germain lost 3-1 to Bayern Munich, leaving PSG last in...

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RandyJones

Randy Jones, the first Cy Young Award winner for the Padres, passed away at 75, with the Padres announcing his death but withholding details on location and cause. Jones set multiple franchise records and was known as...

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MajorLeagueBaseball

Major League Baseball (MLB) has finalized new broadcasting deals with NBCUniversal, ESPN, and Netflix, significantly changing how fans watch games. NBC will lead "Sunday Night Baseball" with a $200 million per season...

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JoelBanks

The record champions BR Volleys secured a decisive 3-0 victory against their city rivals VC Olympia Berlin, marking their second consecutive win under head coach Joel Banks. This clear win was critical, as VC Olympia...

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SébastienMigné

Curaçao secured a historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing Group B undefeated and celebrating with street dancing and fireworks. Haiti also qualified for their first World Cup since 1974 amid...

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UEFA

The UEFA qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded, confirming 42 of the 48 teams for the tournament co-hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Sixteen European teams will compete in...

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ScottMcTominay

Scotland's national football team qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 28 years following a 4-2 win against Denmark. Scott McTominay scored a remarkable overhead kick goal that is under review by...

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CristianoRonaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo made his first US appearance since 2016 at a White House dinner hosted by Donald Trump, honoring a Saudi delegation including Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Ronaldo mingled with notable figures such...

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MatteoBerrettini

Italy secured a spot in the Davis Cup semifinals with a 2-0 victory over Austria in Bologna. Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli delivered straight-set wins under coach Filippo Volandri to advance the defending...

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MarshawnKneeland

The Dallas Cowboys secured a 33-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders during Monday Night Football while honoring their late teammate Marshawn Kneeland. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer benched receivers CeeDee Lamb and...

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LeBronJames

LeBron James made his long-awaited return to the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup against the Utah Jazz, beginning his record 23rd NBA season. After missing the first 14 games due to sciatica, James participated in a...

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MikeVrabel

Mike Vrabel has transformed the New England Patriots in his first season, achieving a current record of 9-2. Drake Maye has emerged as a frontrunner for the MVP award, while Robert Kraft's offseason investments have...

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NickWoltemade

Germany secured their spot in the World Cup with a 6-0 victory against Slovakia, showcasing a dominant performance reminiscent of past glories. Nick Woltemade opened the scoring just 18 minutes in, followed by goals...

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MarshawnKneeland

Marshawn Kneeland, a defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound shortly after scoring his first NFL touchdown. His girlfriend Catalina Mancera, who is pregnant with their...

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JudeBellingham

Thomas Tuchel criticized Jude Bellingham for his negative reaction to being substituted in the recent World Cup qualifying match against Albania, which England won 2-0. Tuchel emphasized the importance of respecting...

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ChaunceyBillups

The NBA is investigating a gambling ring involving coach Chauncey Billups, player Terry Rozier, and former player Damon Jones. The league has requested cellphone data from multiple teams, including the Lakers, while...

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DraymondGreen

Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors confronted a fan named Sam Green during the team's 124-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The incident involved taunting with the name 'Angel Reese' and escalated until...

17 Nov/Tue
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PaigeGreco

Australian Paralympic gold medalist Paige Greco has died at the age of 28 following a sudden medical episode at her home in Adelaide. The Australian Paralympic Committee and the Australian cycling federation confirmed...

17 Nov/Tue
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JoshAllen

Josh Allen led the Buffalo Bills to a remarkable victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, scoring six touchdowns. He became the only player in the Super Bowl era with two games of three passing and three rushing...

17 Nov/Mon
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ShedeurSanders

Shedeur Sanders is set to make his first career NFL start for the Browns against the Las Vegas Raiders following Dillon Gabriel's concussion. Sanders struggled in his previous appearance, completing 4 of 16 passes for...

17 Nov/Wed
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JannikSinner

Jannik Sinner successfully defended his title at the ATP Finals by defeating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5. He achieved his 10th consecutive win at the ATP Finals without dropping a set, boosting his total indoor hard...

16 Nov/Wed
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OhioState

Alabama lost 23-21 to Oklahoma in a key college football game, impacting their playoff chances. Oklahoma's win improved their prospects as they prepare for Missouri and LSU. The updated playoff bracket now includes Ohio...

16 Nov/Wed
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JalenRamsey

Jalen Ramsey was ejected for punching Ja'Marr Chase during an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Chase was later suspended for one game without pay after video evidence showed he spat on Ramsey. The Bengals will miss Chase...

16 Nov/Tue
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LeonhardPföderl

Eisbären Berlin secured a 4-2 win over Löwen Frankfurt in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga after the Deutschland-Cup break. Leonhard Pföderl scored twice, while Ty Ronning and Yannick Veilleux added one goal each to seal the...

16 Nov/Mon
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TroyParrott

Troy Parrott secured Ireland's qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a hat trick in a thrilling 3-2 win over Hungary. His goals included a penalty, an equalizer, and the winning strike in stoppage time, ensuring...

16 Nov/17 Nov
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CristianoRonaldo

Portugal secured its place in the upcoming football World Cup with a 9-1 victory over Armenia. The team, without star player Cristiano Ronaldo, showcased resilience, with Bruno Fernandes and João Neves leading the...

16 Nov/Mon
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ATP

The ATP Finals in Turin are set to remain in place until at least 2030, with the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation considering long-term licensing agreements. The tournament sold over 230,000 tickets, generated close...

16 Nov
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KrisBoyd

Kris Boyd, cornerback for the New York Jets, remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition after being shot twice in the abdomen near Sei Less restaurant in Midtown Manhattan. Surveillance footage and witnesses...

16 Nov/Tue
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NFL

The NFL celebrated a significant milestone this week by holding its first-ever international game in Spain, which took place at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid. This event marked the league's latest effort to expand...

16 Nov
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JacquesSchneider

The Bundesliga is seeing outstanding performances, particularly from Trier’s Gladiators, who lead the table for the first time in 27 years. Coach Jacques Schneider highlights their high-paced style, supported by players...

16 Nov/Tue
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CarlosHernandez

Wake Forest defeated North Carolina 28-12 in Winston-Salem. Carlos Hernandez scored two touchdowns and finished with 100 receiving yards, while Robby Ashford threw for one touchdown and rushed for another, leading to...

16 Nov
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DastanSatpaev

Belgium played against Kazakhstan in the World Cup qualifiers, ending in a 1-1 draw. Despite controlling the match, Belgium could not secure a win due to an early goal by Dastan Satpaev and missed chances after a red...

16 Nov/Mon
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GrahamPotter

Graham Potter debuted as Sweden's head coach during a World Cup 2026 qualifier against Switzerland, where Sweden lost 4-1. Benjamin Nygren scored Sweden's only goal, assisted by Anthony Elanga, but Switzerland's Granit...

16 Nov/Tue
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NyckHarbor

Nyck Harbor, a wide receiver for South Carolina, scored an 80-yard touchdown reception during a college football game. After the play, an encounter with a Texas Department of Public Safety officer led to an altercation...

16 Nov
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MikeElko

Texas A&M football achieved a historic comeback victory against South Carolina, winning 31-30. Under Coach Mike Elko, the Aggies improved to 10-0 and remained ranked No. 3 in the College Football Playoff rankings, with...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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AvivaStadium

Ireland faced Australia at the Aviva Stadium, suffering a defeat of 49-19. Despite high expectations after last year's narrow victory, the ongoing challenges for Australia, including injuries to key players, have...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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BRVolleys

BR Volleys achieved a decisive 3-0 away victory against FT 1844 Freiburg in the Volleyball Bundesliga, bouncing back after a home defeat to Lüneburg. The Netzhoppers also demonstrated improvement by winning 3-0 in...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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GeorgeFord

George Ford scored two drop goals in England's 33-19 victory over New Zealand during the Autumn Nations Series at Allianz Stadium. This match marked England's first win against New Zealand in six years, showcasing a...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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KennyEasley

Kenny Easley, a Hall of Fame safety known as "The Enforcer" for his hard-hitting style, passed away at 66. His family announced his death but did not disclose the cause. Easley was a legendary figure for the Seahawks,...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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WillieGreen

The New Orleans Pelicans fired head coach Willie Green after a disappointing start to the season, with a record of 2-10. Joe Dumars announced the decision following a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, stating the team...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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DrDirkLentfer

Hertha BSC held a members' meeting focusing on critical elections and proposed amendments for hybrid meetings. Dr. Dirk Lentfer announced his resignation after nearly 20 years, with Dr. Roland Kühne taking over...

15 Nov/Mon
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AlexMarquez

Alex Marquez from Gresini won the final MotoGP race at Valencia, with Marco Bezzecchi securing his second consecutive victory for Aprilia and setting a new manufacturer record. Marc Marquez watched from the stands as...

15 Nov/16 Nov
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JustinFields

The New York Jets lost 27-14 to the New England Patriots, marking their season record at 2-8. Quarterback Justin Fields had a strong start but struggled with passing accuracy, completing 15 of 26 attempts for 116 yards...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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KaiTrump

Kai Trump, granddaughter of Donald Trump, made her LPGA debut at the Annika tournament, facing challenges as she shot a 13-over 83, placing last in a field of 108 players. Competing at Pelican Golf Club, she bogeyed the...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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KylianMbappé

The French national football team qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a 4-0 win against Ukraine, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and celebrating his 400th career goal. Coach Didier Deschamps rotated the lineup in...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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TreVeyonHenderson

TreVeyon Henderson is impressing the coaching staff of the New England Patriots with his strong performances as a rookie running back. He scored three touchdowns in a recent victory against the New York Jets, helping to...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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JohnBeam

John Beam, the athletic director of Laney College, was shot on campus and died from his injuries shortly after being transported to a local hospital. He had served in this role since 2006 and was known for his...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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ShoheiOhtani

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers was unanimously voted the National League's Most Valuable Player for the fourth time, achieving this honor for the second consecutive season. He also indicated hope for future...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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CristianoRonaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo received a red card during Portugal's match against the Republic of Ireland, marking the first red card of his international career in his 226th appearance. The incident occurred in the 61st minute...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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LorenzoMusetti

Lorenzo Musetti announced he will not participate in the Davis Cup following the ATP Finals due to concerns about his physical condition and family obligations, including expecting his second child. His potential...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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StephenCurry

Under Armour and Stephen Curry mutually agreed to end their 13-year partnership effective immediately. Curry Brand, focused on basketball shoes and apparel, will separate from Under Armour as the sportswear brand faces...

14 Nov/16 Nov
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DonGarber

Major League Soccer is implementing significant changes to enhance competitiveness and expand its audience. Starting with the 2026 season, all MLS matches will be included at no additional cost to Apple TV subscribers...

13 Nov/16 Nov
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JannikSinner

Jannik Sinner confirmed his status as the Master of Masters by winning the ATP Finals for the second year in a row, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in Turin. The match lasted two hours and 15 minutes, interrupted by an...

13 Nov/16 Nov
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FabienGalthié

Fabien Galthié coached the French national rugby team to a 34-21 victory over Fiji in an international test match during the Autumn Nations Series. This win ended France's four-match losing streak and followed a recent...

13 Nov/16 Nov
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Mancini

Italy secured a 2-0 victory against Moldova during their World Cup qualification match at Zimbru Stadium in Chisinau. Goals were scored by Mancini in the 88th minute and Pio Esposito in the 92nd minute, although Italy...

13 Nov/16 Nov
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AJBrown

A.J. Brown stood by his comments made during a Twitch livestream where he criticized the Philadelphia Eagles' offense. He clarified that his frustrations were about the overall execution of the offense, emphasizing the...

13 Nov/16 Nov
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TarikSkubal

Tarik Skubal won his second consecutive American League Cy Young Award, joining Hall of Famers Randy Johnson and Pedro Martinez. Skubal had a standout season, helping the Detroit Tigers secure a playoff berth with a...

13 Nov/16 Nov