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Former Wales, Real Madrid, and Tottenham forward Gareth Bale retires

Gareth Bale has ended his shinning career aged 33 after being one of Britain’s greatest players. Former Wales, Real Madrid, and Tottenham forward made the announcement on social media saying the decision was 'by far the hardest' of his career

09/01/2023

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UAE tourism scores an uptick as sporting events boost trade

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The latest figures from Dubai Sports Council show the sports sector has added more than €2 billion to the economy.

06/01/2023

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Blocking out the haters: What was with Gerwyn Price's ear defenders?

'Sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me.' So goes the nursery rhyme that children cite to defend themselves. Maybe the world number 1 darts player Gerwyn Price had that in mind shocked when he shocked the sport by wearing ear defenders at the World Darts Championships.

03/01/2023

USA

NFL player, Damar Hamlin, in critical condition after collapse

American Football player, Damar Hamlin has been rushed to hospital in critical condition after collapsing during a NFL match.

03/01/2023

Sweden

Lutheran priest teaches CrossFit and spirituality to Instagram fans

A Lutheran priest in Sweden is using his Instagram account to post about his CrossFit routine and his spirituality to one of the most secular nations in the world.

02/01/2023

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The Irish team sport bringing people together in Dubai

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With around 200,000 people relocating to Dubai each year, meeting people and making friends is a priority for most newcomers. For Irish football players, this mission is made much easier

28/12/2022

Qatar 365

Best of Qatar 365: From bees to a woman-led business

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Learn more about Qatar 365's favourite stories: From one of Qatar’s first beekeepers to the first woman to run a business in Doha’s Souq Waqif.

28/12/2022

World

Euronews: 2022 Review of the year in sport

Euronews takes a look back at just a few of the main sporting events of 2022 including the Beijing Olympics, the Women’s European Championship, and the tennis superstars

22/12/2022

Sport

Jerusalem World Masters reveals new champions and exploits

It’s Day 2 of the World Judo Masters in the historic city of Jerusalem! Once again, the Païs Arena stadium was filled with passionate Judo fans who were eagerly anticipating another thrilling day of competition.

21/12/2022

Sport

Israel goes for gold during day one of World Judo Masters

Israel goes for gold during day one of World Judo Masters

20/12/2022

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Watch: Jubilant Morocco welcomes home history-making World Cup team

Tens of thousands of jubilant Moroccans lined the streets of Rabat to welcome their football team home on Tuesday after the players exceeded the North African nation's wildest expectations and finished fourth at the World Cup in Qatar.

20/12/2022

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Football mania takes hold in Dubai – and not just for the World Cup

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Whether you’re an avid fan, a budding amateur or a professional player, there are many benefits of being in Dubai. Committed supporters’ clubs, live games and shows, and cutting-edge training facilities and academies all unite Dubai’s football fans and aficionados in appreciation of the sport.

14/12/2022

Culture news

Celebs in football: Michael B. Jordan buys stakes in AFC Bournemouth

Michael B. Jordan becomes part owner of AFC Bournemouth: Which other celebs are shareholders of football clubs?

14/12/2022

Qatar

From Doha to Buenos Aires: Argentina fans erupt after semi-final win

Argentina fans celebrated through the night after becoming the first 2022 World Cup finalists in Qatar. Messi's magic leaves Argentina fans dreaming with the title.

14/12/2022

Culture news

The Beautiful Game: How football changed fashion forever

In the 70s, football fans in Liverpool started donning trainers and sportswear. Little did they know they'd change the face of fashion across Europe.

09/12/2022

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Beyond rivalry, shared passion brings football fans together in Dubai

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Beyond the big tournaments, football is pursued all year round in Dubai at supporters’ clubs, live events and football academies established by professional players

07/12/2022

Sport

World Cup 2022: Croatia beats Japan, Brazil thrashes South Korea

Here's everything you need to know about the football action at the World Cup on Monday -- at a glance.

05/12/2022

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Watch: Thousand people see Paris from paddle boards

Some 1,000 people have competed in Paris’ ‘Nautic Paddle’, glimpsing the city from the Seine.

04/12/2022

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Desert Barbell: the Middle East's largest powerlifting club

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After joining a gym in Dubai to get in shape, Marco discovered powerlifting and fell in love with it. Now his team is set to represent the UAE at this year's Asian Powerlifting Championships in Dubai.

03/12/2022

Sport

World Cup 2022: Netherlands beat US 3-1, Argentina edge out Australia

Here's everything you need to know about the football action at the World Cup on Saturday -- at a glance.

03/12/2022