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Zimbabwe surprise as T20 World Cup Super Eights begin without Australia
AFP, Published on 20/02/2026
» KOLKATA - Pakistan and New Zealand will clash in Colombo on Saturday as the second "Super Eights" phase of the T20 World Cup kicks off without former champions Australia, who shockingly failed to make it out of their group.
Olympics rev up Milan's renewal but locals fear price to pay
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» MILAN - The Winter Olympics are expected to accelerate Milan's transformation into a vibrant international metropolis, but many residents fear the effect will see them priced out.
Strasbourg face pitfalls of multi-club system as Chelsea take Rosenior
AFP, Published on 07/01/2026
» PARIS — The departure of Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior to take over as Chelsea manager has exposed the harsh realities of multi-club ownership, which is gaining ground across the world but causing discord between supporters and teams.
Angry Indian fans trash stadium after chaotic Messi visit
Reuters, Published on 13/12/2025
» KOLKATA - Lionel Messi’s tour of India kicked off chaotically on Saturday as fans threw objects, ripped up seats and invaded the pitch at Salt Lake stadium after the Argentine football great made only a brief appearance at a ticketed event.
Man City crush Liverpool to mark Guardiola's 1,000 match
AFP, Published on 10/11/2025
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Manchester City celebrated Pep Guardiola's 1000th game in management with a statement 3-0 win over Liverpool to close to within four points of Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Man City rout Liverpool to mark Guardiola milestone, Forest boost survival bid
AFP, Published on 10/11/2025
» LONDON - Manchester City celebrated Pep Guardiola's 1,000th game as a manager with a 3-0 win against Liverpool that lifted them back into the Premier League title race, while Nottingham Forest beat Leeds 3-1 to bolster their survival bid on Sunday.
Forest beat Porto on Dyche debut, Villa shocked by Go Ahead Eagles
AFP, Published on 24/10/2025
» LONDON - Sean Dyche got off to a winning start as Nottingham Forest boss thanks to two penalties to beat Porto 2-0 in the Europa League, while Aston Villa were stunned 2-1 by Go Ahead Eagles on Thursday.
Putting the boot in: Colombian women farmers embrace football
AFP, Published on 26/08/2025
» JENESANO (COLOMBIA) - Skirts swirl and hats fly on a soccer field in Jenesano in central Colombia, as the "Smelly Ones" face off against the "Fillies" in a football extravaganza celebrating women farmers.
Arsenal oust holders Real Madrid to reach Champions League semis
AFP, Published on 17/04/2025
» MADRID - Arsenal staved off Champions League holders Real Madrid's superstars and rich history of unlikely comebacks to snatch a 2-1 victory on Wednesday and reach the semi-finals with a superb 5-1 aggregate triumph.
From the Ammies to the Posh
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 12/10/2024
» While most football fans know the nicknames of clubs in the Premier League and Championship they are probably less familiar with those in the lower divisions. Some simply reflect a team's colours or a variation on the club name. But many provide an insight into the cultural and economic environment of towns and regions where the clubs first developed.