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Paul Pogba's brother found guilty in kidnapping, extortion plot

Mathias Pogba, the brother of World Cup-winning midfielder Paul Pogba, was sentenced by a Paris criminal court on Thursday to three years in prison, with two years suspended, for his involvement in an extortion and kidnapping case.

The Times of India

Paul Pogba’s brother convicted of plotting to extort millions from France star

Mathias Pogba, a brother of the World Cup-winning France midfielder Paul Pogba, was sentenced on Thursday to three years in jail for his part in a plot to kidnap and extort 13 million euros out of his star sibling.

Radio France Internationale

Arun Dhumal welcomes ICC's decision on Champions Trophy, says clarity helpful for both boards, broadcasters

NEW DELHI: Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal on Thursday backed International Cricket Council's decision to hold India-Pakistan matches at neutral venues during ICC events until 2027, calling it a move that benefits 'all stakeholders — both cricket boards and broadcasters'.

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Lindsey Vonn Defies Doubters With Skiing Comeback At 40

Lindsey Vonn's strategic comeback to downhill ski racing post knee replacement surgery showcases her determination and preparation for a return to the pinn...

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Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in hybrid model: ICC

India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC Events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at a neutral venue, the ICC Board confirmed on Thursday, 19 December. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

India and Pakistan won’t play at rivals’ venues; including Champions Trophy

The world cricketing body announces ICC events hosted in either country to be played at neutral venues until 2027.

Al Jazeera

Beyond 2034: can the Saudi Arabia soccer dream truly be sustainable?

The Saudi Pro League could very well be too big and important to Mohammed bin Salman’s plans for his country to fail. But how long can the poorly attended party last?

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Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home Rugby World Cup lies ‘beyond imagination’

The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month.

The Independent UK

ED records statement of Mallika Sherawat, TV actor in betting website case

The Enforcement Directorate has recorded the statement of actor Mallika Sherawat and a TV actor in a money laundering probe against a betting website, owned by some Pakistani nationals, that also "illegally" broadcast Men's T20 World Cup matches, official sources said on Wednesday. The federal agency had undertaken fresh searches…

The Times of India

Skier Graham hungry for more moguls medals in Georgia

Matt Graham is hoping to repeat his world championship success in Georgia, when the veteran mogul skier tackles round three of the World Cup circuit.

AAP

Women’s cricket team of the year: from Smriti Mandhana to Sophie Ecclestone

The Spin’s annual selection marks a milestone in women’s cricket with England and Australia far less dominant

The Guardian - UK

Greece hammered by huge UEFA fine for Nations League fan chaos

Scotland's World Cup and Nations League opponents Greece have set a new unwanted UEFA record - they were hammered for five different offences by…

The National (Scotland)

‘Stay the course’: do MLS’s anemic ratings in the Apple TV era matter?

It’s certainly strange that MLS apparently struggles to outdo pickleball in the broadcast TV ratings. But with a North American World Cup looming, there’s no reason for panic

The Guardian - US

USA legend Becky Sauerbrunn was worthy of a spotlight she never sought

The longtime anchor of the USWNT backline won two World Cups and an Olympic gold in addition to three NWSL titles. But her trophy case is only the tip of her influence

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The National (Scotland)

Murray Dickson making history at water polo World Cup as GB's first Scot for a decade

Turkey is in many people’s minds at this time of year but in Murray Dickson’s case it has nothing to do with his Christmas dinner.

The Times of India

R Ashwin: From fringe player to India's greatest match-winner

At the 2011 Cricket World Cup, R Ashwin was no more than a fringe player, turning out in just two of India’s nine matches. The off-spinner from Chennai played second fiddle to the more experienced Harbhajan Singh, who played in all of his country’s games, including the historic final against…

PC Gamer

Chess is now an esport as Esports World Cup adds the 1,500 year-old game to 2025 event, calls it 'the perfect example of how games evolve'

And Magnus Carlsen is "thrilled" to be on board.

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Becky Sauerbrunn Retires After Storied 16-Year Soccer Career

Becky Sauerbrunn, former U.S. women's soccer captain, retires after a remarkable 16-year career. Played in multiple Olympics and World Cups, leaving a last...

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Sports Illustrated

Five Notable Soccer Players That Have Been Suspended for Doping Scandals

In the wake of Mykhailo Mudryk's recent doping test, we look back at some of the biggest names embroiled in doping scandals.

The Independent UK

Ronaldo to run for Brazilian football federation presidency

The World Cup winner played almost 100 times for his country during an 18-year career

FourFourTwo

Ronaldo has officially put himself forward to run Brazilian football, even though it's a poisoned chalice

Mikheil Kavelashvili is the new president of Georgia but running Brazilian football would be enough for one of the game’s greats

The Conversation

New stadiums, airports and oil links: the environmental cost of Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup

Fifa has confirmed Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 men’s World Cup, meaning the biggest football event on the planet will return to the Middle East.

Al Jazeera

Real Madrid vs Pachuca: FIFA Intercontinental Cup final – team news, Mbappe

Intercontinental Cup final in Doha marks two years to the day since Qatar hosted the World Cup final at Lusail Stadium.

Cycling News

'A lot of change' - Tom Pidcock will not race cyclocross this winter

The British racer will focus on the new road season with Q36.5

The Guardian - UK

Champions Cup reboot: no pools, FA Cup-style and play it after Christmas

The global calendar remains a mess and rugby’s powerbrokers need to get a grip after a controversial weekend

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