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Palmeiras reached the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals after a controlled 0-0 against Universitario at Allianz Parque, sealing a 4-0 win on aggregate. Weverton was named Player of the Match for his calm night in goal. Both sides rotated heavily, but Palmeiras managed the tempo and protected their first-leg lead. They’ll face the winner of River Plate vs Libertad in the next round.
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Victoria Mboko, just 18, stunned Naomi Osaka to grab her first WTA title at the 2025 Canadian Open, firing up tennis in her home country. Ben Shelton, who triumphed in the men's final, posted a heartfelt, witty message cheering on Mboko, as tennis icons Billie Jean King and Coco Gauff joined in to celebrate her rise.
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Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup will shake up its colors, with a confirmed orange for the Pro models and Sky Blue for the new iPhone 17 Air, matching the upcoming MacBook Air. The Pro series gets a redesigned camera block, while the Air adopts a slim, all-aluminum look. Trusted insiders say to expect bolder, more playful options.
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Stellenbosch FC clinched a vital 2-1 win over SuperSport United, reclaiming third spot and fueling their hopes for continental football. The intense match at Danie Craven Stadium put further pressure on SuperSport, who remain close to the relegation zone and now have two matches left to turn things around.
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Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, England’s openers, lost their wickets quickly on the first day of the third Test, putting early pressure on the visitors. Their early exits forced England’s middle-order to regroup against India's tough bowling attack.
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A former Manchester United player opened up about a tense moment after swearing at Roy Keane. The story reveals details of life inside United's intense dressing room and how players handled Keane's fiery leadership style.
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Real Madrid delivered a convincing 3-0 victory over RB Salzburg, securing the top position in Group H at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Vinícius Júnior, Fede Valverde, and Gonzalo García all found the net, with strong performances from Jude Bellingham, Thibaut Courtois, Antonio Rüdiger, and Dean Huijsen. The win means Madrid will face Juventus in the round of 16 in Miami.
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Neymar has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Santos' upcoming game against Fortaleza, though he was already suspended from the match. Ongoing injuries have limited his impact since returning to Santos, and with his contract set to expire soon, his future at the club is in question.
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Amazon teaming up with IO Interactive for '007 First Light' is shaking up how James Bond games are made. This new action-adventure will give players an original Bond origin story and might finally set the stage for the return of 'GoldenEye 007'-style multiplayer fun.
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A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed evidence presented by the Federal Government against IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, after he alleged his statements were made under duress and without legal counsel. The ruling emphasized mandatory lawyer presence, following Supreme Court directives, and highlighted concerns over coercion by security officials.
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Florian Wirtz’s online hints and activity around Liverpool are fanning talk of a record-breaking transfer, with Liverpool reportedly outbidding Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Sources say Wirtz prefers Liverpool, but Bayern believe they still have a shot. The deal may lead Liverpool to let go of key players like Luis Diaz to cover the huge fee.
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A tense opening at the 2025 PGA Championship sets the projected cut line at +1, putting stars like Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka on the brink while Jhonattan Vegas unexpectedly leads. Course conditions, 'mud ball' complaints, and fierce betting odds fuel the drama.
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