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Novak Djokovic is set to make a comeback to the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells next month, marking his first participation in five years, a break primarily caused by the pandemic and related U.S. travel restrictions. This news was confirmed with the release of the tournament’s entry list on Wednesday. The tournament will also see the participation of Rafa …

In a thrilling Africa Cup of Nations semi-final held on Wednesday, February 7, Nigeria overcame South Africa in a penalty shootout, winning 4-2 after the match ended 1-1 in extra time. The game, held in Bouake, showcased standout performances from substitute forward Kelechi Iheanacho and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, propelling Nigeria into the final where they will face Ivory Coast. Ivory …

Australia and Pakistan’s U19 cricket teams are set to face off in the second semi-final of the ongoing Under-19 World Cup in South Africa. Scheduled for Thursday (Feb 8) in Benoni, South Africa, this match will determine the finalist against India. Pakistan advanced to the semi-finals as runners-up in Super Six Group 1, while Australia secured their spot as winners …

Mauricio Pochettino is resolute that Chelsea’s recent poor performances won’t stress him to the point of losing his hair, emphasizing the need for perspective amidst their struggles. Chelsea, led by Pochettino, faces Aston Villa in an FA Cup fourth-round replay following back-to-back heavy defeats. After a 4-1 loss to Liverpool, Chelsea suffered a disappointing 4-2 defeat against Wolves at home …

Saudi Arabia is set to organize a prestigious tennis exhibition called the ‘Six Kings Slam’ in October, featuring top players like Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal, as announced by the country’s General Entertainment Authority. The event, which is part of the Saudi cultural and entertainment festival Riyadh Season, will also include three other Grand Slam champions: Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, …

FIFA, the international governing body of soccer, has declared that the final of the 2026 World Cup will take place in New Jersey at MetLife Stadium, which is home to the NFL’s New York Giants and New York Jets. The announcement was made on Sunday, alongside the full schedule for the prestigious international soccer tournament. The tournament, which has been …

On Monday, Brazilian footballer Dani Alves, known for his time at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, begins his trial in Barcelona on charges of raping a woman at a local nightclub. Prosecutors have proposed a nine-year prison sentence and a subsequent 10-year conditional release for Alves, along with a demand for him to pay 150,000 euros ($162,000) in compensation to the …

Slovakia secured a spot in the group stage of the Davis Cup finals, along with Germany, Finland, and other nations, while Serbia, without Novak Djokovic, faced defeat. Slovakia’s doubles duo, Lukas Klein and Igor Zelenay, secured a 3-0 lead in the tie with a 7-6, 6-3 win over Serbia’s Nikola Caci and Miomir Kecmanovic. In Hungary, Germany secured a 3-2 …