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(SP)U.S.-NEW JERSEY-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-GROUP E-ECU VS GER

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:15:56 GMT

(260626) -- NEW JERSEY, June 26, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Fans of Ecuador pose for photos before the group E match between Ecuador and Germany at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium in New York, the United States, June 25, 2026. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-GERMANY

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:47:02 GMT

(260625) -- NEW YORK, June 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Head coach Julian Nagelsmann of Germany attends a press conference ahead of the group E match between Germany and Ecuador at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

(SP)U. S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-PRESS CONFERENCE-ECUADOR

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:45:40 GMT

(260625) -- NEW YORK, June 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Sebastian Beccacece (R), head coach of Ecuador, and player Jordy Caicedo attend a press conference ahead of the group E match between Ecuador and Germany at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium, the United States, on June 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Chang)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar makes long-awaited return for Brazil, features in his 4th World Cup

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:58:18 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Neymar Jr. took the field for Brazil for the first time since 2023 as the 34-year-old came off the bench in the closing stages of Brazil's 3-0 win over Scotland in the Group C clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026, on Wednesday, June 24 (local time). Neymar marked his return to field after recovering from a calf injury.

Neymar not only marked his first appearance in the ongoing World Cup b

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar named on bench for Brazil against Scotland, Rayan replaces Raphinha

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:57:45 GMT

Florida [US], June 25 (ANI): Neymar Jr. has been named on the bench for Brazil's final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match against Scotland, marking his return to the squad after recovering from a calf injury. Meanwhile, forward Rayan comes in to replace the injured winger Raphinha.

Neymar has not taken a field for Brazil since October 2023, when he suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during

US Supreme Court eases deportation process for green card holders accused of certain crimes

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:58:39 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 24 (ANI): The United States Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a ruling making it easier for border authorities to deport lawful permanent residents, or green card holders, accused of crimes involving 'moral turpitude'.

In a 6-3 ruling authored by US Justice Clarence Thomas in Blanche v. Lau, the court held that immigration officials do not need to prove by 'clear and convincing evidence' th

AJ to DC: Wizards pick BYU's Dybantsa No. 1 overall in NBA draft

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:25:11 GMT

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The Washington Wizards opened the NBA draft on Tuesday night by selecting BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick.

The Wizards tabbed Dybantsa over Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had a checkered college season at Kansas. The Utah Jazz then selected Peterson second overall.

The 6-foot-9 Dybantsa led the nation in scoring at 25.5 points per game in

Croatia push past Panama 1-0, remain third in Group L

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:19:07 GMT

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Halftime substitute Ante Budimir scored in the 54th minute and Croatia eliminated Panama from World Cup contention with a tightly fought 1-0 victory in a Group L clash at Toronto on Tuesday.

It was the first World Cup goal for Budimir, 34, and fifth in a competitive fixture for his country, all of those coming since 2023.

Croatia (1-1-0, 3 points) remain

Report: Wolves sign Ayo Dosunmu to 5-year, $112M deal

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:55:14 GMT

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Guard Ayo Dosunmu bypassed free agency to stay with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a five-year, $112 million contract, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

The fifth season is a player option, according to reports.

Minnesota traded three-time All-Star Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday, freeing the cash from Randle's salary and opening a salary excepti

FIFA World Cup 2026: We are not dead, says Senegal coach Thiaw after loss to Norway

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:04:14 GMT

New Jersey [US], June 23 (ANI): Following their loss to Norway, Senegal's head coach, Pape Bouna Thiaw, admitted that while the team is not in a great position, 'they are not dead' and can progress into the round of 32 if they win their last fixture against Iraq and other results go in their favour.

Haaland's brace sank Senegal to a 3-2 defeat against Norway, making it two defeats in two games. Senegal's last ma

Reports: Wolves deal Julius Randle to Nets in 3-team trade

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:19:15 GMT

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The Brooklyn Nets reportedly added former All-Star forward Julius Randle and moved up five spots in the first round of the draft in a three-team trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves and Chicago Bulls on Monday, the night before the draft.

According to multiple media outlets, Minnesota dealt Randle and the 28th overall pick in the Tuesday draft to the Nets for t

FIFA World Cup 2026: Haaland's brace helps Norway beat Senegal 3-2, enter knockouts

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:58:44 GMT

New Jersey [US], June 23 (ANI): Manchester City star striker Erling Haaland continued his prolific run at the FIFA World Cup, scoring twice as Norway edged Senegal 3-2 to secure a place in the Round of 32 after a hard-fought Group I encounter at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Marcus Pedersen had given Norway the lead late in the first half before Haaland struck twice after the break. Senegal mounted a spirited

(SP)U.S.-NEW YORK-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-GROUP I-NOR VS SEN

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:47:54 GMT

(260623) -- NEW YORK, June 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A fan of Norway reacts before the group I match between Norway and Senegal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium in New York, the United States, June 22, 2026. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar hints at return for Scotland clash with upbeat training update

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:31:36 GMT

New Jersey [US], June 22 (ANI): Brazil star Neymar Jr. has raised hopes of a long-awaited FIFA World Cup 2026 return after sharing images from training ahead of the Selecao's decisive Group C clash against Scotland.

The 34-year-old forward posted a series of photographs from a training session on X on Sunday, accompanied by the message, 'Thank you, my God. So incredibly happy!!'

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:31:50 GMT

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