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Norway soccer chief slams FIFA firing of executive Kevin Lamour

Norway soccer chief slams FIFA firing of executive Kevin Lamour

Norway soccer president Lise Klaveness condemned the dismissal of COO Kevin Lamour, calling it presidential retaliation for whistleblowing over a controversial $20 billion tournament profit spin-off.

Sports ·18 Aug 2026, 14:06 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Guardiola’s row with Walker at Manchester City revealed in new Amazon documentary

Guardiola’s row with Walker at Manchester City revealed in new Amazon documentary

A documentary exposes the bitter December 2024 clash between Pep Guardiola and Kyle Walker at Anfield, which preceded the defender's departure from Manchester City.

Sports ·18 Aug 2026, 13:07 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Jonas Vingegaard beendet Rad-Saison vorzeitig

Jonas Vingegaard beendet Rad-Saison vorzeitig

The Team Visma — Lease a Bike rider has abandoned any plans for a late-season return following a stage 15 crash, turning his focus toward preparations for 2027.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 16:07 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Arthur Cabral é o primeiro jogador do Brasileirão punido pela ‘Lei Vini Jr.’

Arthur Cabral é o primeiro jogador do Brasileirão punido pela ‘Lei Vini Jr.’

Arthur Cabral received a red card for violating a new CBF protocol that penalizes covering the mouth during disputes to prevent hidden verbal abuse.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 13:53 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Liverpool submit improved €135m bid to PSG for Bradley Barcola after Lens omission

Liverpool submit improved €135m bid to PSG for Bradley Barcola after Lens omission

The French international was left out of PSG's matchday squad for the French Champions' Trophy, coinciding with a revised offer bolstered by new investment.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 12:23 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Lens defeat ten-man PSG to win French Champions Trophy

Lens defeat ten-man PSG to win French Champions Trophy

Florian Thauvin scored the decisive goal as Lens held off a dominant PSG side to secure the French Champions Trophy in Dino Toppmoeller's first match in charge.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 10:50 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Manchester Super Giants win maiden Hundred title beating Trent Rockets

Manchester Super Giants win maiden Hundred title beating Trent Rockets

A six from Liam Dawson sealed the championship for the Super Giants after Tim Seifert's dominant 72 off 38 balls laid the foundation at Lord's.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 04:32 ·Rafael Ortega 5 min read
All Blacks call up Noah Hotham as Ollie Norris leaves tour injured

All Blacks call up Noah Hotham as Ollie Norris leaves tour injured

Loosehead prop Ollie Norris returns to New Zealand with a cartilage injury, leaving the squad depleted in the front row ahead of the first Test against the Springboks.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 04:08 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Jeremy Jacquet scores on debut as Liverpool beat Como 2-0

Jeremy Jacquet scores on debut as Liverpool beat Como 2-0

The £60million signing from Rennes impressed in a 45-minute stint, easing concerns over a depleted backline following Ibrahima Konate's move to Real Madrid.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 03:51 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Marcus Mariota to miss rest of preseason with sprained MCL

Marcus Mariota to miss rest of preseason with sprained MCL

Marcus Mariota is sidelined with a sprained MCL after the preseason opener. Sam Hartman and Athan Kaliakmanis will now see more reps in the final two games.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 03:36 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Mirassol x Flamengo pelo Brasileirão: onde assistir ao vivo, horário e escalação

Mirassol x Flamengo pelo Brasileirão: onde assistir ao vivo, horário e escalação

Vice-leaders Flamengo battle a squad health crisis while Mirassol fights to stay clear of the relegation zone in a high-stakes clash at the Estádio José Maria de Campos Maia.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 02:21 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo hints upcoming year could be his last in professional football

Cristiano Ronaldo hints upcoming year could be his last in professional football

The 41-year-old Portugal captain is balancing a desire to retire with the pursuit of 24 remaining goals needed to reach a career total of 1,000.

Sports ·17 Aug 2026, 02:08 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement after 2026-27 season

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement after 2026-27 season

The Al-Nassr forward tied his impending exit to a final push for 1,000 career goals and a shift away from 25 years of athletic sacrifice.

Sports ·16 Aug 2026, 20:21 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Algeria defeat Morocco on penalties to claim historic WAFCON bronze

Algeria defeat Morocco on penalties to claim historic WAFCON bronze

Algeria secured their first-ever WAFCON podium finish by defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Rabat Olympic Stadium.

Sports ·16 Aug 2026, 17:20 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Islam Makhachev secures record setting win against Machado Garry at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev secures record setting win against Machado Garry at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev survived a late surge from Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 to secure a unanimous decision victory, claiming his record-setting 17th consecutive win.

Sports ·16 Aug 2026, 12:49 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Novak Djokovic loses to Thiago Agustin Tirante at Cincinnati Open

Novak Djokovic loses to Thiago Agustin Tirante at Cincinnati Open

Novak Djokovic's 10-match winning streak in Cincinnati came to an abrupt end against Thiago Agustin Tirante after a severe physical collapse in the Ohio heat.

Sports ·16 Aug 2026, 11:07 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Devdutt Padikkal hits unbeaten century as India dominate opening day in Galle

Devdutt Padikkal hits unbeaten century as India dominate opening day in Galle

Stepping in after an injury to Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal anchored India's historic 600th Test with an unbeaten maiden century on Day 1 in Galle.

Sports ·15 Aug 2026, 17:34 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
British Cyclist Finlay Tarling Dies At 19 After Volta a Portugal Crash

British Cyclist Finlay Tarling Dies At 19 After Volta a Portugal Crash

The 19-year-old NSN Development Team rider suffered a fatal collision during Stage 8 of the Volta a Portugal, prompting race organizers to halt the route.

Sports ·15 Aug 2026, 16:34 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Crystal Palace complete £21m signing of Anan Khalaili

Crystal Palace complete £21m signing of Anan Khalaili

The 21-year-old international arrives at Selhurst Park following stints with Maccabi Haifa and Union Saint-Gilloise, bolstering Pierre Sage's squad.

Sports ·15 Aug 2026, 14:36 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Singapore hosts Thailand in AFF Championship 2026 semifinal first leg

Singapore hosts Thailand in AFF Championship 2026 semifinal first leg

Thailand brings a flawless, clean-sheet group stage record into Kallang to face an unbeaten Singapore side led by three-goal striker Ilhan.

Sports ·15 Aug 2026, 14:06 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read