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- January 3, 2026
Indonesia Hires Former Canada Coach John Herdman After Missing World Cup Qualification Again
Indonesia has hired former Canada coach John Herdman to lead the men’s national team after it failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.The 50-year-old Englishman replaces Patrick Kluivert, who left as coach in October.The Indonesian football federation said Saturday that Herdman Read More
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- January 3, 2026
Dimitar Penev, Coach Who Led Bulgaria To 1994 World Cup Semifinals, Dies At Age 80
Dimitar Penev, the Bulgarian coach who guided his country’s team to the semifinals at the 1994 World Cup in the United States, has died. He was 80.The Bulgarian Football Union announced Penev’s death on Saturday, saying he died after a prolonged illness.Penev, who was named the b Read More
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- January 3, 2026
AFI Shares Key Update On Neeraj Chopra, Reveals Indian Javelin Ace Still Recovering From ‘Two Injuries’
Adille Sumariwalla, the selection committee chairman for the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), has shared a vital update on Neeraj Chopra. He revealed that the Indian javelin ace is currently on a break and is recovering from a couple of injuries.Neeraj Chopra has been out of Read More
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- January 3, 2026
AIFF To Run ISL 2025-26 After Months of Uncertainty, Dates To Be Announced Next Week
The All India Football federation have confirmed its intention to conduct the Indian Super League 2025-26 on Saturday. After months of uncertainty, AIFF will now announce the date of commencement next week as it stands.AN AIFF statement read, “The AIFF Emergency Committee met tod Read More
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- January 3, 2026
‘Calm, Clear and Ready’: Captain Harmanpreet Singh Sets The Tone As Soorma Hockey Club Open HIL Campaign
Hockey India League 2026: There’s no easing into the season for Soorma Hockey Club. Their Hockey India League campaign begins on Sunday against the defending champions, Rarh Bengal Tigers; a challenge the group has prepared for with clarity and intent, as per a release.With the c Read More
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- January 3, 2026
Luka Doncic, LeBron James Score 30+ Each For 1st Time This Season As Lakers Clinch 128-121 Win Over Grizzlies
Luka Doncic and LeBron James were brought together for nights like these. The two Los Angeles Lakers superstars topped 30 points each in a game for the first time this season.Doncic had 34 points, hitting 17 of 20 free throws, and six rebounds and eight assists. James had 31 poin Read More
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- January 3, 2026
‘It’s Hard To Enjoy’: Tottenham Manager Thomas Frank Opens Up About Spurs Reign Ahead Of Sunderland Clash
Tottenham boss Thomas Frank recently revealed that he has not been enjoying his reign with Spurs since having a difficult start to his tenure. Additionally, the pressure continues to mount on the manager after the recent decline in performance of the Tottenham side, with supporte Read More
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- January 3, 2026
Matt Cardona Officially Returns To WWE, Issues Three-Worded Warning Upon Joining Friday Night SmackDown
Zack Ryder has officially made his comeback to the WWE. But there’s a twist, as The Indie King returns as Matt Cardona to the Stamford-based wrestling promotion.Matt Cardona returned to the WWE on Friday Night SmackDown in Buffalo, New York. The former Indie and TNA talent is bac Read More
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- January 3, 2026
Stan Wawrinka Commences His 2026 Farewell Tour in Style With A Rallying Win Over Arthur Rinderknech At United Cup
PERTH, Australia — Stan Wawrinka’s 40-year-old legs didn’t let him down over three-plus hours in his first singles match of a 2026 farewell tour on Saturday.Also Read: Venus Williams Poised to Break Record During Appearance At Australian Open Upon Receiving Wild CardThree-time Gr Read More
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- January 3, 2026
‘Women’s Tennis Stands On Its Own’: World No. 2 Iga Swiatek Shuts Down ‘Battle of The Sexes’ Talk After Aryna Sabalenka Vs Nick Kyrgios Match
Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek opened up about the recent Battle of the Sexes match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios. The world number 2 stated that the match was unnecessary, as it did not address any significant social issues or important topics.During a press conferenc Read More
