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Spain edge Portugal to end Ronaldo's World Cup dream

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Trump-backed Balogun reprieve sparks FIFA crisis

Folarin Balogun of the U.S. looks dejected after Belgium's Hans Vanaken scores their third goal

Spain win it late to bid farewell to Ronaldo at WC

Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino celebrates scoring his team's first goal

Oman U18 women enter final preparations for Asian debut in Thailand

The squad will continue an intensive technical and physical programme ahead of its departure for Thailand at 9 pm on July 10.

Neymar says career with Brazil 'over' after loss to Norway

Brazil's forward #10 Neymar reacts after losing the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match between Brazil and Norway. — AFP

Aguirre bids farewell with pride, backs Marquez to lead Mexico forward

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre reacts. — Reuters

Battle hardened Argentina, Egypt set for last-16 clash

Egypt's forward Mohamed Salah in Agadir and Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi. — AFP

Oman U18 basketball team begin Bahrain camp ahead of Gulf championship

The team is coached by Mohammed bin Mubarak al Owaisi.

Sports Spark 2026 to Open on July 14 at OCEC

This year’s edition will include several special attractions.

Passion beyond the pitch

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Dest: Fans fuel US belief

Adams of the U.S. during training. — Reuters

Fuente seeks Nations League reminder ahead of Portugal clash

(From L) Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal, Spain's forward Yeremi Pino and Spain's forward #17 Nico Williams take part in an MD-1 training session

Ten-man England beat battling Mexico

England's midfielder #10 Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring his team's first goal with England's forward #09 Harry Kane

Norway shock Brazil, make history on Erling Haaland's heroic brace

Norway's Haaland celebrates first goal with Schjelderup and Moller. — Reuters

Trump intervention sees Balogun ban lifted

Folarin Balogun of the U.S. celebrates scoring their first goal against Paraguay
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