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Owners of NBA team support move to explore expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas

The NBA Board of Governors voted on Wednesday to authorize the league to explore potential expansion teams for Las Vegas and Seattle that would bring the league to 32 clubs.

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Italy manager Gattuso claims World Cup play-off is 'biggest match' of his career

Gennaro Gattuso on Wednesday called Italy's World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland the most important match of his coaching career.

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Bayern Munich take narrow first leg advantage over Manchester United in Champions League

Pernille Harder struck twice to put Bayern Munich on course for the semi-finals of the women's Champions League after a 3-2 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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All Whites willing to play Iran outside USA

New Zealand soccer players have said they would be willing to play Iran outside the United States in their ⁠opening match at the 2026 World Cup, as uncertainty persists over the fixture amid geopolitical tensions.

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Barcelona hit rivals Real Madrid for six in Women's Champions League quarters first-leg

Barcelona powered into a commanding 6-2 lead on rivals Real Madrid in an all-Spanish women's Champions League quarter-final first-leg on Wednesday.

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Sabalenka progresses in Miami to set up semi-final meeting with Rybakina, Fils wins thriller

World number one Aryna Sabalenka and second-ranked Elena Rybakina on Wednesday booked a blockbuster semi-final at the Miami Open.

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SHL Playoffs: Skelleftea beat Malmo with late turnaround as Frolunda thump Lulea

Skelleftea came back from 2-0 down in the final 20 minutes to beat Malmo for the second time in their Swedish Hockey League (SHL) quarter-final series, as Frolunda drew level with Lulea in their series with an outstanding 7-0 home win.

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Full circle and shot at redemption for Pitino: Can St. John’s take down Duke?

Neither team could miss, and the atmosphere was electric. The 1992 national semifinal between Duke and Kentucky was an offensive thriller that had to be decided in overtime. Duke was down by one point and had 2.1 seconds to respond.

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Czechia boss Miroslav Koubek rejects reports he described Ireland's style as primitive

Czech Republic coach Miroslav Koubek rejected media reports he had described World Cup playoff ⁠opponents Ireland as having a primitive playing style, as he prepares to take charge of his country for the ‌first time.

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'We have to qualify for the World Cup for our people': Rebrov ahead of Sweden playoff

Before the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff semi-final, Ukraine coach Serhiy Rebrov and defender Ilya Zabarnyi spoke at a press conference this Wednesday at the Ciutat de Valencia stadium, where the match will take place on Thursday 26th, 21:00 CET.

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The clash of superstars: NBA prospects take on the Sweet 16

March Madness is in full swing, now down to the final 16 teams battling for a national championship. The field still features three number one seeds alongside a couple of Cinderella stories that stormed their way through early upsets. The games have been electric - as they always are - and the tournament continues to deliver the kind of drama that defines college basketball.

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Vinicius Jr keen to take Real Madrid success to Brazil ahead of World Cup

Vinicius Jr said on Wednesday he feels happier and more confident ⁠than ever and is determined to bring the same success he has enjoyed at Real Madrid ‌to the Brazilian national team as preparations intensify for the ‌World Cup.

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Poland's impressive play-off record means little to head coach Jan Urban

Poland go into their World Cup playoff semi-final against Albania with a strong ⁠recent record in such games, but coach Jan Urban said on Wednesday that past successes mean little as ‌they prepare to face a familiar opponent.

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BIG PETE: Pirès on the difficult decision to retire and life after football

The Big Pete series by Flashscore and CANAL+ continues with the second part featuring Robert Pirès. The French midfielder speaks openly about the toughest moments of his career. How did he come to terms with the end of his professional football journey? Why did criticism after joining the Premier League hit him so hard? He also shares his path from being a former player to becoming a TV pundit.

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Senegal officially appeal to CAS against removal of Africa Cup of Nations crown

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) lodged an appeal ⁠at the Court of Arbitration for Sport on Wednesday against ‌the decision to strip them of their ‌Africa Cup of Nations title ‌after the final result was overturned.

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Can Luke Humphries end Premier League drought in Berlin?

Luke Littler is the man to beat, as night eight of the BetMGM Premier League takes centre stage at Berlin’s Uber Arena.

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📰 Racing

Formula 1 leaders Mercedes have chance to complete hat-trick of wins in Suzuka

Formula 1 leaders Mercedes go into Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix chasing a season-opening hat-trick of one-two wins, with Kimi Antonelli ⁠fired up after a maiden victory and George Russell seeking to cement his status as title favourite.

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Man receives suspended sentence for racist posts about England's Carter

A 60-year-old man who posted racist online messages about England defender Jess Carter during last year's women's Euros received a suspended jail sentence on Wednesday.

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The Dutch 'sports passport' crisis explained: Causes, issues & solutions

The Dutch football world is being held in a chokehold by a passport crisis. Clubs are refusing to field naturalised Indonesian and Surinamese players, fearing sanctions from the KNVB. But what is really happening? What issues are the clubs and players facing, and what can be done about it?

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Miami Open LIVE: Fils moves on in thriller against Paul after Sabalenka gets past Baptiste

We are nearing the business end of the Miami Open, with two semi-final spots still up for grabs on the women's side of the tournament, while the men's quarter-finals get underway today.

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Seamus Coleman ready for Czech test as Ireland bid for first World Cup in 24 years

Ireland defender Seamus Coleman is fit and raring to go for his side's World Cup play-off semi-final against ⁠the Czech Republic despite barely featuring for Everton this season, as he bids to deliver the country's first appearance at the finals since 2002.

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Kai Havertz looking to have successful World Cup with Germany despite injury issues

Germany forward Kai Havertz is close to his best form again after several injuries in ⁠the past 12 months, and a successful Arsenal run across three competitions in the coming months will be the best preparation ‌for the World Cup, he said on Wednesday.

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Coco Gauff opens up on impostor syndrome as she prepares for Miami Open semi-final

World number four Coco Gauff said she struggles ⁠with impostor syndrome after defeating Switzerland's Belinda Bencic to reach the Miami ‌Open semi-finals for the first time.

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Why Cesc Fabregas might think twice before taking over from Liam Rosenior at Chelsea

It's been yet another tumultuous season for Chelsea Football Club, and with seven games left to play in the current Premier League campaign, Liam Rosenior's immediate concerns are obvious.