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Athens Final Four generated €26.75 million in economic and social impact
EuroLeague’s 2026 showpiece attracted nearly 18,000 visitors from 27 countries, boosting tourism, local businesses and Athens’ international profile.
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FA charges Cardiff's Bielik as police end inquiry
The Football Association charges Cardiff City defender Krystian Bielik over an altercation involving Portsmouth fans, but a police investigation has been concluded.
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Spotlight on new coaches as road to Afcon 2027 begins
Patrick Vieira and Herve Renard are among the high-profile managerial arrivals as the qualification campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations gets under way.
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UCLA denies Nikola Kusturica signing a $12 million deal
Nemanja Jovanovic Jogi, UCLA’s offensive coordinator and international recruiting specialist, disputes the reported figures: "It came from universities that lost the batt...
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Euroleague 2026-27 is here: enjoy the preview of the season
A new season of big returns and blockbuster moves starts tomorrow: can Olympiacos defend its throne?
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Man Utd still £1bn in debt with £63.5m spent on new stadium
Manchester United's overall debt remains over £1bn despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe's extensive cost-cutting measures, with the club also confirming it has spent £63.5m buying l...
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England players carrying World Cup scar - Saka
England winger Bukayo Saka says the team are still carrying the "scar" of their heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit to Argentina.
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Alperen Sengun: “I want to be the best player in the NBA one day”
Alperen Sengun spoke at media day ahead of the new season.
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Galbiati confirms Alex Len will not play in the EuroLeague opener: “You need to talk with the club”
After missing the Spanish Super Cup, the Ukrainian will also miss the EuroLeague opener.
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Nikola Milutinov could make his season debut against Baskonia
The Serbian center missed the EuroLeague Super Cup due to injury but is close to returning to the court.
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Barkas Breakdown: 10 things to watch this EuroLeague season
The 2026-27 EuroLeague season is about to start, and when all is said and done, it will be the end of an era.
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Hamilton sets sights on Russell amid defence of Ferrari's season
Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari's season can still rank as a "huge achievement" if they finish in the top three of the Drivers' Championship, asking critics to "look at t...
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Ad break during game was unscheduled, says Disney+
Coverage of Arsenal's Women's Champions League opener also featured a dog on set, a vegetable platter and a rotating floor.
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Bored by international breaks? WSL is serving plenty to excite this weekend
Bored by international breaks? WSL is serving plenty to excite this weekend.
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Fight for each other & defend like brothers - Pocognoli's Scotland blueprint
Pocognoli reveals the principles behind his new-look Scotland side.
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James had options - but Wrexham not among them
Jordan James says he turned down possible Premier League moves to join Wolverhampton Wanderers last month – and that talk of signing for Wrexham ended in the summer of 20...
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Pocognoli has 'positive nervousness' for Scotland debut
Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli admits to feeling a "positive nervousness" before his first game in charge of the country, a Nations League tie against Slovenia i...
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Teenager denies sending racist message to England defender Carter
A teenager has denied sending a message containing a racial slur to England footballer Jess Carter during last year's Women's European Championship.
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'It can't be brushed over' - Republic of Ireland squad to discuss Israel games
Dara O'Shea says the Republic of Ireland squad will wait until after Thursday's Kosovo game before discussing how they approach Sunday's contentious fixture against Israe...
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'My job combines my passion for gaming and football'
CJ discusses his route into his job testing football video games. Find out more about his role, career progression and top tips for getting into a similar role.
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