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Haiti embraces World Cup dream after 54-year wait

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Giant Lionel Messi statue dismantled in Kolkata

A 21-metre statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata has been removed less than a year after its unveiling due to safety fears over its stability in strong winds.

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Arsenal fans pack London streets for victory parade

Arsenal fans packed London's streets as the men's Premier League winners and women's champions celebrated a successful season together.

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Giant Pele statue installed outside stadium ahead of 2026 World Cup

A giant bronze statue of Pelé was installed outside Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Iran

Footballers die in protests as ex-Iran team captain slams FIFA silence

Media and human rights reports indicate that several footballers have been killed during Iran’s recent protests, developments that have once again raised serious concerns about the widespread use of live ammunition against unarmed demonstrators.

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Argentina

Seven healthcare staff on trial again for Diego Maradona's death

Seven healthcare professionals accused of negligence in Diego Maradona's death will face a new trial in March after a mistrial for failing to provide adequate care before his death in 2020.

Spain

Watch: Mbappe receives 2024-2025 Golden Boot award

Kylian Mbappe was presented with the 2024-2025 Golden Boot award on Friday in front of his Real Madrid team mates.

Europe News

Liverpool breaks English transfer record with €145m signing of Isak

The transfer caps off an unprecedented spending summer for Premier League clubs, who have splashed out more than €3.5 billion.

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AI-powered robots prepare for first World Humanoid Robot Games

Robot teams from China and abroad are training at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics speed skating venue ahead of the first World Humanoid Robot Games, set for 14–17 August.

Culture news

My sporting life: Cristiano Ronaldo honoured in new Hong Kong museum

The CR7 Life Museum in Hong Kong promises an immersive experience about the life and times of the Portuguese footballer.

Scenes

Watch: The Afghan coach helping migrants find their footing in France

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Shabnam Salahshoor grew up in a traditional society where women's sport is permanently on the sidelines.

Lifestyle

David Beckham at 50: Football, fashion and style marks birthday

From football legend to fashion icon or business guru, David Beckham is the man many see as having it all. So, let's celebrate the former England captain marking his 50th birthday with a look at some of the iconic images from his life at the centre of attention.

Business

Cristiano Ronaldo’s media firm fires journalists in cost-cutting move

The Portuguese Journalists’ Union organised a demonstration in Lisbon on Thursday in solidarity with Medialivre staff.

Scenes

Watch: The young Singaporeans giving Spanish football their best shot

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Brothers Kyen and Tylan Sasikumar are boys from a tiny island with big dreams and the world at their feet.

Business

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé strikes deal to buy own football club

Mbappé is set to buy 80% of shares in Ligue 2 side Caen in a €20 million deal.

Culture news

The story behind the photo of Lionel Messi with baby Lamine Yamal

A 2007 picture has resurfaced, showing a then-20-year-old Lionel Messi with a baby who would turn out to be Spain's youngest ever player and the winner of the Euro 2024 Best Young Player award.

Europe News

Azzurri star Roberto Baggio robbed at home during Italy-Spain game

Known as 'Divine Ponytail' for his specific hairstyle and 'Little Buddha' for his Buddhist beliefs, Baggio opted for a private and modest life after retiring from football.