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Nigeria's handball team kicked off 2026 with a thrilling 25-23 win over Algeria at the Africa Men's Handball Nations Cup in Rwanda. The victory marks Nigeria's second win against Algeria in two weeks, building momentum for the nation's athletes on the continental stage.
Egypt's under-18 women's handball team pulled off a stunning 23-22 upset over powerhouse Denmark to reach the World Championship quarterfinals undefeated. The historic run marks a breakthrough moment for women's handball in the Middle East and North Africa.
Nigeria's under-18 and under-20 handball teams swept both championships at West Africa's regional tournament, showcasing the country's rising dominance in youth handball. The twin victories send both squads to continental competition where they'll face Africa's best.
Danish Olympic champion Kasper Sondergaard is leaving Skjern Handball after 15 years to become head coach at Sonderjyske. His journey from player to champion to mentor shows how great athletes can shape the next generation.
Hundreds of athletes across Nigeria's Akwa Ibom state competed for spots on their regional team, showcasing raw talent that has government officials celebrating grassroots sports development. High school students dreaming of professional careers got their chance to shine in boxing, basketball, volleyball, and handball.
Forty years after Diego Maradona's controversial handball crushed England's World Cup dreams, legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton says he's finally made peace with football's most infamous moment. A recent trip to Argentina helped heal decades of hurt.
Terry Yegbe announced his arrival at Polish club Lech Poznan with a spectacular goal in Champions League qualifying just days after joining the team. The Ghanaian defender helped secure a commanding 4-1 first-leg victory that puts his new club within reach of Europe's elite competition.
An 18-year-old substitute broke a scoreless deadlock in the 92nd minute, then watched his 37-year-old teammate seal the win with a penalty in the 100th minute. Auckland FC's dramatic 2-0 victory over PNG Hekari keeps their perfect record alive in style.
The Dutch royal family brought joy to northern Netherlands, ice skating and trying traditional Frisian sports to celebrate King Willem-Alexander's 59th birthday. The visit marked the first King's Day celebration in Friesland during his 13-year reign.
Ghana's under-17 women's soccer team dominated Liberia 6-0 in their World Cup qualifier, giving young female athletes another stage to shine. The Black Maidens now carry a commanding lead into next weekend's second leg.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo secured their first World Cup appearance in over half a century with a dramatic 1-0 victory against Jamaica. Axel Tuanzebe's extra-time goal sends the nation to the 2026 tournament alongside nine other African teams.
Taiwan held defending champions China scoreless for over 90 minutes in a stunning defensive performance before falling 2-0 in extra time. The underdog team earned global respect at the Women's Asian Cup in Perth.
Harry Kane scored three goals to lead Bayern Munich to a 3-0 victory over Stuttgart in the German Cup final, ending the club's 24-year cup drought. The triumph completed Bayern's domestic double and capped Kane's remarkable first season in Germany with 61 goals across all competitions.
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Africa is sending a record 10 teams to the 2026 World Cup, double the usual number, as Morocco and Senegal lead the continent's quest to break new ground. With Morocco's 2022 semifinal run still fresh in memory, African soccer has never had more reason for hope.
Austria just ended a 36-year World Cup drought with a thrilling 3-1 victory over Jordan, marking their triumphant return to soccer's biggest stage. The dramatic match featured stunning goals, VAR controversy, and pure joy for a nation that hasn't tasted World Cup victory since 1990.
After 19 seasons, Collingwood's Scott Pendlebury has claimed Australian football's most prestigious endurance record. The midfielder's 433rd game cements his place as one of the sport's hardest-working and most dedicated players in history. ##
Aston Villa secured their first Premier League win at Newcastle in nearly two decades, keeping their championship dreams alive with a dominant 2-0 victory. The performance showcased how far both clubs have climbed back from relegation to competing for European glory.
A childhood photo of soccer star Kylian Mbappé surrounded by posters of his hero Cristiano Ronaldo has become a powerful reminder that world-class success often starts in ordinary bedrooms. His parents' approach to nurturing that passion offers practical lessons for raising any dream-chasing kid. ##
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani picked Morocco to beat France in the World Cup final, a historic prediction that would make it the first African nation to ever win the tournament. The soccer-loving mayor made his choice "with the heart" while playing a bracket challenge with The Guardian.
Brazilian striker Joao Pedro delivered two stunning goals to secure Chelsea's spot in the Champions League round of 16, avoiding the playoff stage. The comeback victory in Naples marks a turning point for Chelsea under new manager Liam Rosenior.
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