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Ollie Watkins Makes Instant Impact While Cristiano Ronaldo Bounces Back in Saudi Pro League

Ollie Watkins Makes Instant Impact While Cristiano Ronaldo Bounces Back in Saudi Pro League

Ollie Watkins scored on his debut for Al Hilal and Cristiano Ronaldo reached a new scoring milestone for Al Nassr as the Riyadh clubs asserted their dominance at the top of the Saudi Pro League.

The National|September 4, 2026|1
FIFA Fights Back Against UEFA 'Smear Campaign' Over Blocked World Cup Investor Plan

FIFA Fights Back Against UEFA 'Smear Campaign' Over Blocked World Cup Investor Plan

FIFA has accused UEFA of a smear campaign after European football's governing body asked US judges to force the disclosure of documents related to a controversial World Cup investor plan.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Real Madrid Defender Raul Asencio Cleared in Sex-Tape Sharing Case as Prosecutors Drop Charges

Real Madrid Defender Raul Asencio Cleared in Sex-Tape Sharing Case as Prosecutors Drop Charges

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio has been cleared of sex-tape sharing charges by a court in Gran Canaria after prosecutors dropped the case. Meanwhile, the player faces club disciplinary action following a separate DUI conviction.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Hugh Jackman Eyes Norwich City Ownership to Set Up Hollywood Rivalry with Ryan Reynolds

Hugh Jackman Eyes Norwich City Ownership to Set Up Hollywood Rivalry with Ryan Reynolds

Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has revealed he is very interested in buying a stake in Norwich City, potentially setting up a football club ownership rivalry with his friend Ryan Reynolds.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Esha Oza Confident UAE Ready to Bounce Back After Tough Women's Asia Cup Opener

Esha Oza Confident UAE Ready to Bounce Back After Tough Women's Asia Cup Opener

UAE captain Esha Oza remains confident her youthful squad will bounce back from their opening defeat to Sri Lanka at the Women's Asia Cup in Dubai, looking ahead to their upcoming match against Indonesia.

The National|September 3, 2026|1
Star-Studded Free Agents: What Lies Ahead for Pogba, Benzema, Sancho, and Sterling After the Transfer Window?

Star-Studded Free Agents: What Lies Ahead for Pogba, Benzema, Sancho, and Sterling After the Transfer Window?

Despite the summer transfer window closing, numerous prominent football stars such as Paul Pogba, Karim Benzema, and Jadon Sancho remain unattached and available to sign with clubs as free agents.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
UEFA Launches Disciplinary Proceedings Against Fenerbahce’s Matteo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood After Lyon Clash

UEFA Launches Disciplinary Proceedings Against Fenerbahce’s Matteo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood After Lyon Clash

UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Fenerbahce players Matteo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood following post-match clashes during their Champions League playoff against Olympique Lyonnais.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Former IPL Batter Akshdeep Nath Shines with Stunning Six-Wicket Haul to Boost UAE's Asia Cup Hopes

Former IPL Batter Akshdeep Nath Shines with Stunning Six-Wicket Haul to Boost UAE's Asia Cup Hopes

Former IPL batter Akshdeep Nath claimed six wickets to lead the UAE to a victory over Kuwait in the Asia Cup qualifiers, while teammate Mohammed Shahdad starred with the bat.

The National|September 3, 2026
Tadej Pogacar Faces Unlikely Recovery for World Championships After Vuelta a Espana Crash

Tadej Pogacar Faces Unlikely Recovery for World Championships After Vuelta a Espana Crash

Following a successful surgery for a broken collarbone from a crash at the Vuelta a Espana, Tadej Pogacar's participation in the upcoming World Championships is considered unlikely as he focuses on recovery.

The National|September 3, 2026
Dubai's Arabian Falcons Offer Lifeline to Star Free Agents Including Karim Benzema and Paul Pogba

Dubai's Arabian Falcons Offer Lifeline to Star Free Agents Including Karim Benzema and Paul Pogba

UAE Second Division League side Arabian Falcons have offered an open invitation to high-profile free agents like Karim Benzema and Paul Pogba to train and play in Dubai without long-term commitments.

The National|September 3, 2026|1
Egyptian Table Tennis Star Hana Goda Claims Gold at Mediterranean Games

Egyptian Table Tennis Star Hana Goda Claims Gold at Mediterranean Games

Egypt's Hana Goda won the women's singles table tennis gold medal at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games after defeating France's Xiaoxin Yang 4-1.

Egypt Independent|September 3, 2026|1
Abu Dhabi to Host Historic UAE Sumo Debut with All-Star Competition

Abu Dhabi to Host Historic UAE Sumo Debut with All-Star Competition

Abu Dhabi's Space42 Arena is set to host the UAE's first-ever international professional sumo competition on September 26, featuring elite rikishi from around the world.

The National|September 3, 2026
Good Good Golf Executives Resign Following Outcry Over Controversial Driver Advertisement

Good Good Golf Executives Resign Following Outcry Over Controversial Driver Advertisement

Top executives at Good Good Golf have resigned following widespread backlash over a controversial co-branded advertisement with Callaway that featured a man shoving a woman to the ground.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
NBA Slams LA Clippers with $30 Million Fine and Suspensions in Major Salary Cap Investigation Involving Kawhi Leonard

NBA Slams LA Clippers with $30 Million Fine and Suspensions in Major Salary Cap Investigation Involving Kawhi Leonard

The NBA fined the Los Angeles Clippers $30 million, suspended owner Steve Ballmer and top executives, and penalized star forward Kawhi Leonard following a year-long investigation into salary cap circumvention.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka Advance to US Open Third Round as American Players Shine

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka Advance to US Open Third Round as American Players Shine

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka successfully advanced to the third round of the US Open following rain delays, while several American players also secured victories.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Erling Haaland Binds Tearful Snapchat Promise to Departing Manchester City Star Omar Marmoush

Erling Haaland Binds Tearful Snapchat Promise to Departing Manchester City Star Omar Marmoush

Erling Haaland shared a lighthearted farewell with teammate Omar Marmoush as the Egyptian forward completed a loan move from Manchester City to Tottenham Hotspur.

The National|September 3, 2026|1
Tottenham Striker Richarlison Targeted by Trabzonspor Ahead of Transfer Deadline

Tottenham Striker Richarlison Targeted by Trabzonspor Ahead of Transfer Deadline

Tottenham striker Richarlison is wanted by Trabzonspor ahead of the transfer deadline, while the Turkish club has also parted ways with head coach Fatih Tekke.

The National|September 3, 2026|1
Samuel Eto'o Urges African Football Federations to Back FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Samuel Eto'o Urges African Football Federations to Back FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o has urged African football leaders to support Gianni Infantino, highlighting the FIFA president's role in developing the continent's associations and expanding World Cup access.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Carlos Queiroz Reappointed as Head Coach of Ghana's Black Stars Just Months After Resignation

Carlos Queiroz Reappointed as Head Coach of Ghana's Black Stars Just Months After Resignation

Carlos Queiroz has been reappointed as the coach of Ghana's Black Stars just two months after stepping down following the FIFA World Cup campaign.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
US Open: Aryna Sabalenka Fires Back at Accusations of Partying After Dominant Win

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka Fires Back at Accusations of Partying After Dominant Win

Aryna Sabalenka fired back at reporters questioning her commitment after a dominant second-round win at the US Open, while other top contenders like Carlos Alcaraz and Jessica Pegula advanced.

The National|September 3, 2026|1