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2026 World Cup: Ancelotti says Neymar is close to returning ahead of Scotland match

2026 World Cup: Ancelotti says Neymar is close to returning ahead of Scotland match

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team produced a complete performance in its 3-0 victory over Haiti on Saturday in a Group C match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking after the match, Ancelotti said Neymar's recovery was progressing well and suggested the forward could return against Scotland in Brazil's final group-stage match on Wednesday in Miami. The result could determine the group winner and affect the teams' paths in the knockout stage.Neymar, 34, has not played for Brazil since October 2023 and remains in rehabilitation after recovering from a calf muscle injury. He recently returned to training.Ancelotti said Neymar would complete individual training on Sunday before rejoining the squad on Monday, adding that he expects the forward to be available for the match against Scotland.  

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2026 World Cup: Tunisia and Japan set for 1,000th match in tournament history

2026 World Cup: Tunisia and Japan set for 1,000th match in tournament history

Japan and Tunisia will meet Sunday at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico in the second round of Group F matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the game marking the 1,000th match in the history of the World Cup finals since the tournament began in 1930.The milestone comes during the largest edition of the tournament, which expanded to 48 teams. A record 209 national teams entered the qualifying process, compared with 13 teams in the inaugural World Cup in Uruguay in 1930.The 2026 tournament has also increased representation across regions. Asia and Africa received 17 direct qualification places combined, in addition to two spots through the intercontinental playoffs, while the Oceania Football Confederation secured a direct qualification place for the first time.Japan enters the match after a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in its opening game, while Tunisia is looking to recover from a 5-1 defeat by Sweden and keep its hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive.Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said the 1,000th World Cup match carries special significance for his team and that players are eager to deliver a performance befitting the occasion.Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri also highlighted the importance of being part of the milestone, saying the match holds symbolic value for the players and the national team.Tunisia will enter the match under new coach Herve Renard, who was appointed this week to replace Sabri Lamouchi after the defeat by Sweden.Renard said teamwork, discipline and determination would be crucial to reviving Tunisia's campaign. He added that the team must move past the previous result and approach Japan with respect rather than fear.

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Morris Dancer leads Godolphin charge at G3 Jersey Stakes

Morris Dancer leads Godolphin charge at G3 Jersey Stakes

orris Dancer, Avicenna and Catullus all aim for a breakthrough G3 victory in the Jersey Stakes on day five of Royal Ascot on Saturday.Palace Pier colt Morris Dancer was only denied by a short-head in

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Australia beats Bangladesh by 7 runs in high-scoring 2nd …

Australia beats Bangladesh by 7 runs in high-scoring 2nd …

 Matt Renshaw hit a career-best 89 not out and Australia beat Bangladesh by seven runs in the second Twenty20 on Friday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.Renshaw steered Australia to 196-5, its

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De Minaur knocked out in quarter-finals at Queen’s Club

De Minaur knocked out in quarter-finals at Queen’s Club

Top seed Alex de Minaur's hopes of adding his name to the illustrious list of winners ‌of the Queen's Club title ended in defeat by ​American ⁠Brandon Nakashima on Friday.The Australian world number ‌six is

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MotoGP welcomes ‘defining moment’ as constructors agree five-year deal

MotoGP welcomes ‘defining moment’ as constructors agree five-year deal

The MotoGP championship and five manufacturers announced on Friday a "historic" commercial agreement that extends their participation until 2031 in exchange for a share of revenue from TV broadcasters, sponsors and circuits.This agreement, inspired by

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Ten-man Paraguay eliminate Turkey with never-say-die 1-0 win

Ten-man Paraguay eliminate Turkey with never-say-die 1-0 win

Ten-man Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the World Cup so far to beat a hapless Turkey 1-0 in ‌a dramatic Group D match on Friday, breathing life into their campaign and ​condemning their ⁠opponents

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Senegal, North America enter final of UAE Communities Bas…

Senegal, North America enter final of UAE Communities Bas…

The UAE Communities Basketball Championship (UCBC) concluded its semi‑finals in a dynamic setting driven by strong fan support.Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Sports and organised by the UAE Committee for Talent and

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UAE Olympic Committee Board reviews international partici…

UAE Olympic Committee Board reviews international partici…

The UAE Olympic Committee Board of Directors held a meeting at its headquarters in Dubai on Thursday, chaired by Sheikh Rashid Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Vice President of the Committee, to review a range of

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Dubai Open Football Academies Championship concludes with…

Dubai Open Football Academies Championship concludes with…

The summer edition of the Dubai Open Football Academies Championship has successfully concluded, cementing Dubai’s position as a premier global destination for sports talent development and a hub for the future of the sport.Organised by