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Egyptian Star Omar Assar Secures Quarterfinal Spot at WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026

Egyptian Star Omar Assar Secures Quarterfinal Spot at WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026

Egyptian table tennis player Omar Assar advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTT Europe Smash Sweden 2026 in Malmo after defeating his Danish opponent.

Egypt Independent|August 15, 2026
Cristian Romero Bids Farewell to Tottenham as Defender Completes Atletico Madrid Transfer

Cristian Romero Bids Farewell to Tottenham as Defender Completes Atletico Madrid Transfer

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has completed a £34.2 million transfer to Atletico Madrid after five eventful seasons in North London. The defender leaves behind a legacy that includes 156 appearances and a historic 2025 Europa League title.

The National|August 15, 2026|1
Bangladesh Close In on Historic Test Win Against Australia After Stellar Day Three in Darwin

Bangladesh Close In on Historic Test Win Against Australia After Stellar Day Three in Darwin

Bangladesh moved closer to a historic first Test win in Australia after reducing the hosts to 161-4 on day three in Darwin, led by strong performances from Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Hasan Mahmud.

Al Jazeera English|August 15, 2026
World Athletics President Sebastian Coe Warns Against Political Overreach in Global Sports

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe Warns Against Political Overreach in Global Sports

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe warned against political interference in sports ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and confirmed he will defend the ban on Russian athletes at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Al Jazeera English|August 15, 2026
Al Hilal Kicks Off Saudi Pro League Season with Hard-Fought 4-2 Victory Over Al Faisaly

Al Hilal Kicks Off Saudi Pro League Season with Hard-Fought 4-2 Victory Over Al Faisaly

Al Hilal opened their Saudi Pro League campaign with a 4-2 victory over Al Faisaly, powered by goals from Karim Benzema, Malcom, and two penalties by Ruben Neves.

The National|August 15, 2026
Jeff Bezos-Backed Consortium Acquires Minority Stake in Liverpool Valuing Club at Over £5 Billion

Jeff Bezos-Backed Consortium Acquires Minority Stake in Liverpool Valuing Club at Over £5 Billion

A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has acquired a minority stake in Liverpool, valuing the Premier League club at over £5 billion while Fenway Sports Group retains majority ownership.

The National|August 15, 2026
Manchester City Boss Enzo Maresca Refuses to Rule Out Rodri's Barcelona Move as Transfer Speculation Mounts

Manchester City Boss Enzo Maresca Refuses to Rule Out Rodri's Barcelona Move as Transfer Speculation Mounts

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has refused to rule out a potential departure for Rodri as transfer rumors linking the midfielder to Barcelona intensify ahead of the Community Shield.

The National|August 15, 2026|1
Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta Calms Fan Concerns Over Contract Status Ahead of Manchester City Clash

Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta Calms Fan Concerns Over Contract Status Ahead of Manchester City Clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reassured supporters that his contract situation is not a concern as the team prepares to face Manchester City in the Community Shield.

Al Jazeera English|August 15, 2026|1
Andrew Giuliani Backs FIFA President Gianni Infantino Amid World Cup Selloff Backlash

Andrew Giuliani Backs FIFA President Gianni Infantino Amid World Cup Selloff Backlash

Andrew Giuliani has voiced support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, dismissing critics of a controversial World Cup investment plan as driven by politics and jealousy.

Al Jazeera English|August 15, 2026|2
Ange Postecoglou Faces Immediate Pressure and Short Leash at Al Nassr

Ange Postecoglou Faces Immediate Pressure and Short Leash at Al Nassr

Ange Postecoglou takes charge of Al Nassr with high expectations, but the demanding nature of the Saudi Pro League means he faces immense pressure to succeed immediately.

The National|August 15, 2026|1
Tragic Loss at 19: British Cyclist Finlay Tarling Dies Following Tour of Portugal Crash

Tragic Loss at 19: British Cyclist Finlay Tarling Dies Following Tour of Portugal Crash

British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, has died following a tragic crash during the Tour of Portugal. Tributes have poured in from his team, family, and political figures.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026
Liverpool FC Agrees to Sell Minority Stake to Consortium Backed by Jeff Bezos

Liverpool FC Agrees to Sell Minority Stake to Consortium Backed by Jeff Bezos

Fenway Sports Group has agreed to sell a minority stake in Liverpool FC to a consortium that includes Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and is led by Amit Bhatia.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026
Qatar Football Association Challenges AFC Over Coordinated Attack on FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Qatar Football Association Challenges AFC Over Coordinated Attack on FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Qatar Football Association President Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani challenged the Asian Football Confederation over its unauthorized collective criticism of FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1
World Athletics Chief Sebastian Coe Vows to Defend Ban on Russian Athletes in Court

World Athletics Chief Sebastian Coe Vows to Defend Ban on Russian Athletes in Court

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has pledged to defend the organization's ban on Russian athletes at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, contrasting with the IOC's recent decisions.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026
Manchester City Manager Enzo Maresca Coy on Rodri's Future Amid Barcelona and Real Madrid Links

Manchester City Manager Enzo Maresca Coy on Rodri's Future Amid Barcelona and Real Madrid Links

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has refused to rule out a departure for Rodri amid strong transfer links to Barcelona and Real Madrid. The midfielder is currently fit to return to training as the club prepares for the Community Shield.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1
How and Where to Watch Mohamed Salah's Highly Anticipated Trabzonspor Debut

How and Where to Watch Mohamed Salah's Highly Anticipated Trabzonspor Debut

Find out when and where to watch Mohamed Salah's official debut for Trabzonspor against Kasımpaşa in the 2026–2027 Süper Lig season opener.

Egypt Independent|August 14, 2026|1
New Zealand Breaks Away from Oceania Bloc as FIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Growing Re-election Backlash

New Zealand Breaks Away from Oceania Bloc as FIFA President Gianni Infantino Faces Growing Re-election Backlash

New Zealand has withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's re-election bid following a controversial and aborted plan to sell commercial stakes in World Cups, joining a growing wave of international scrutiny.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1
Trabzonspor Target Move for Darwin Nunez to Reunite with Mohamed Salah

Trabzonspor Target Move for Darwin Nunez to Reunite with Mohamed Salah

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has confirmed ongoing talks with Al Hilal regarding a potential move for Darwin Nunez to reunite with Mohamed Salah in Turkey.

The National|August 14, 2026|1
Barcelona Aim for Historic Three-Peat as La Liga 2026-27 Season Approaches

Barcelona Aim for Historic Three-Peat as La Liga 2026-27 Season Approaches

As Barcelona prepare for the 2026-27 La Liga season, Hansi Flick's squad aims for a third consecutive title amidst managerial changes at Real Madrid and key roster adjustments.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1
Tanzid Makes History as Bangladesh Take Command on Day Two of First Test Against Australia

Tanzid Makes History as Bangladesh Take Command on Day Two of First Test Against Australia

Tanzid Hasan became the first Bangladeshi to score a Test century in Australia, leading his team to a 153-run lead on the second day of the first Test in Darwin.

Al Jazeera English|August 14, 2026|1