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Turkish Court Jails Football Refereeing Chief and Officials Amid Corruption Probe

Turkish Court Jails Football Refereeing Chief and Officials Amid Corruption Probe

The head of Turkiye's Central Referees Committee and four other officials have been placed in pretrial detention following a sweeping corruption investigation involving match administration charges.

Al Jazeera English|October 3, 2026|1
Dominican Republic Bans Haiti Football Team From Venues Following Stadium Clashes

Dominican Republic Bans Haiti Football Team From Venues Following Stadium Clashes

The Dominican Republic has banned Haiti's national football team from its stadiums following crowd trouble and stadium damage during a CONCACAF Nations League match in Santo Domingo.

Al Jazeera English|October 3, 2026|1
France Held to 1-1 Draw by Italy in Zinedine Zidane's Home Debut Following Michael Olise Stunner

France Held to 1-1 Draw by Italy in Zinedine Zidane's Home Debut Following Michael Olise Stunner

Michael Olise scored a brilliant free-kick for France, but Alessandro Bastoni equalised to secure a 1-1 draw for Italy in Zinedine Zidane's home managerial debut.

Al Jazeera English|October 2, 2026
Croatia and England Prepare for High-Stakes UEFA Nations League Clash Led by Modric and Kane

Croatia and England Prepare for High-Stakes UEFA Nations League Clash Led by Modric and Kane

Croatia and England face off in a crucial UEFA Nations League match at Rujevica Stadium, with both teams looking to build momentum after mixed starts in Group A3.

Al Jazeera English|October 2, 2026|2
What Lies Ahead in the Legal Battle Between the Premier League and Manchester City

What Lies Ahead in the Legal Battle Between the Premier League and Manchester City

Following an independent commission's findings regarding financial rules, Manchester City has lodged an appeal as the legal battle with the Premier League continues.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
Manchester City Formally Appeal Premier League Guilty Verdict in Financial Scandal

Manchester City Formally Appeal Premier League Guilty Verdict in Financial Scandal

Manchester City have officially appealed an independent commission's ruling that found the club guilty of numerous Premier League financial rule breaches over nearly a decade.

Al Jazeera English|October 2, 2026|1
India and Pakistan Clash for Asian Games T20 Gold: What Happens in Case of a Washout?

India and Pakistan Clash for Asian Games T20 Gold: What Happens in Case of a Washout?

India and Pakistan prepare for the Asian Games men's T20 gold medal match in Nisshin, with rules stating both teams will share the gold if the game is washed out.

The National|October 2, 2026
Manchester City Formally Appeal Premier League Commission Findings

Manchester City Formally Appeal Premier League Commission Findings

Manchester City have officially appealed the Premier League commission's decision regarding alleged financial rule breaches, citing material errors.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
Umar Nurmagomedov Set for High-Profile RAF Debut Against Urijah Faber in Abu Dhabi

Umar Nurmagomedov Set for High-Profile RAF Debut Against Urijah Faber in Abu Dhabi

Umar Nurmagomedov will make his Real American Freestyle debut against Urijah Faber in Abu Dhabi, headlining an event that features Khamzat Chimaev facing Colby Covington.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
NBA Shuts Down Its Only African Training Academy in Senegal, Sparking Concern Among Youth

NBA Shuts Down Its Only African Training Academy in Senegal, Sparking Concern Among Youth

The NBA has shut down its only elite training academy in Africa, located in Senegal, shifting its global basketball development strategy to a new facility in Abu Dhabi.

Al Jazeera English|October 2, 2026|1
Muhammad Waseem Breaks Records as UAE Cricketers Secure Over $1 Million at ILT20 Auction

Muhammad Waseem Breaks Records as UAE Cricketers Secure Over $1 Million at ILT20 Auction

UAE cricketers secured over $1 million in contracts at the DP World International League T20 auction, with Muhammad Waseem setting a new record of $210,000 with MI Emirates.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
Zinedine Zidane Prepares for France Home Debut as Roberto Mancini Seeks Italian Revival

Zinedine Zidane Prepares for France Home Debut as Roberto Mancini Seeks Italian Revival

Zinedine Zidane prepares for his first home match as France manager against Italy, while Roberto Mancini looks to rebuild the Italian national team.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
F1 Driver Power Rankings: Can Kimi Antonelli Bounce Back at the Sepang Circuit for the Bahrain Grand Prix?

F1 Driver Power Rankings: Can Kimi Antonelli Bounce Back at the Sepang Circuit for the Bahrain Grand Prix?

Formula One heads to Sepang for the rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell leading the power rankings amidst new car upgrades.

The National|October 2, 2026|1
Zinedine Zidane Prepares for Emotional France Homecoming Against Rival Italy in UEFA Nations League

Zinedine Zidane Prepares for Emotional France Homecoming Against Rival Italy in UEFA Nations League

Zinedine Zidane prepares for his home debut as France coach in a highly anticipated UEFA Nations League clash against Roberto Mancini's Italy.

Al Jazeera English|October 1, 2026|1
ICC Announces 2027 Cricket World Cup Schedule: India vs Pakistan Clash Set for October 10 in Johannesburg

ICC Announces 2027 Cricket World Cup Schedule: India vs Pakistan Clash Set for October 10 in Johannesburg

The International Cricket Council has released the 2027 Cricket World Cup schedule, featuring a guaranteed group-stage clash between India and Pakistan in Johannesburg on October 10, 2027.

Al Jazeera English|October 1, 2026|1
Juergen Klopp Secures First Win as Germany Boss While Portugal Triumph Over Denmark

Juergen Klopp Secures First Win as Germany Boss While Portugal Triumph Over Denmark

Germany secured a 2-0 victory over Serbia to give Juergen Klopp his first win as coach, while a Ronaldo-less Portugal triumphed 4-2 against Denmark in the Nations League.

Al Jazeera English|October 1, 2026|1
Protesters Halt Republic of Ireland Match as Pressure Mounts Over Israel Fixtures

Protesters Halt Republic of Ireland Match as Pressure Mounts Over Israel Fixtures

Protesters disrupted the Republic of Ireland's match against Austria by throwing tennis balls onto the pitch amid ongoing calls for the team to boycott fixtures against Israel.

Al Jazeera English|October 1, 2026|1
Unmasking Rui Pinto: The Football Leaks Whistleblower Behind Manchester City's Financial Scandal

Unmasking Rui Pinto: The Football Leaks Whistleblower Behind Manchester City's Financial Scandal

Rui Pinto, the whistleblower behind the massive leaks that led to Manchester City's financial misconduct charges, is losing his witness protection status.

Al Jazeera English|October 1, 2026|1
Pakistan Stars Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman Secure Bargain Deals at ILT20 Auction Amid Massive Spending

Pakistan Stars Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman Secure Bargain Deals at ILT20 Auction Amid Massive Spending

Pakistan stars like Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman secured only base-rate salaries at the ILT20 auction as Indian franchise owners largely overlooked them, contrasting with massive bids for international and local UAE players.

The National|October 1, 2026|1
The Fallout for Manchester City Following Historic Premier League Financial Charges

The Fallout for Manchester City Following Historic Premier League Financial Charges

Manchester City faces severe potential sanctions after an independent commission found the club guilty of over 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009 and 2018.

Egypt Independent|October 1, 2026|1