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Can Celtic Still Win the Europa League?
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Can Celtic Still Win the Europa League?

After making it through the league phase to the Champions League knockout playoffs last year, only to be paired with Bayern Munich, Celtic would have been looking forward to another crack at Europe’s most prestigious club tournament this season…Nicolas Kuhn scores during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off second leg match between FC Bayern München and Celtic FC at Allianz Arena on February 18, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)That is just one of the reasons why the capitulation to Kairat Almaty in that competition’s playoff penalty shootout in August was so disappointing.The players pulled themselves together by telling themselves that they would now be among the contenders to win the Europa League. With the new format where there are ...
Indiana Pacers Forward Avoids Serious Injury But Will Still Miss Time
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Indiana Pacers Forward Avoids Serious Injury But Will Still Miss Time

Getty PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 13: Aaron Nesmith #23 of the Indiana Pacers reacts after an apparent injury during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 13, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) The Indiana Pacers got a mixed bag when it comes to another injury update from one of their starters. After getting injured against the Suns last week, Aaron Nesmith looked like he had suffered a serious knee injury. He hardly put any pressure on his leg as he was being helped...
France boss Didier Deschamps considering handing call-up to impressive Spurs youngster after fine start to season under Thomas Frank
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France boss Didier Deschamps considering handing call-up to impressive Spurs youngster after fine start to season under Thomas Frank

Odobert’s debut season at Tottenham was turbulent but promising. After joining from Burnley in August 2024, a severe hamstring injury sidelined him for months, restricting him to 21 appearances. Still, he produced standout moments, most notably his Europa League brace against AZ, a decisive performance that helped Spurs overturn a deficit and eventually win the trophy in Bilbao.This season marks a turning point. Injury-free and gaining rhythm, he has accumulated 679 minutes, scoring and assisting in recent matches. Coach Frank has stabilised Spurs' left wing by placing trust in Odobert, praising him for “stepping up” and delivering in key moments.Odobert has embraced the tactical shifts under Frank, calling the system “top-notch” and highlighting the importance of patience and hard work. H...
Pistons’ Cade Cunningham re-signs with Nike, to get signature shoe
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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham re-signs with Nike, to get signature shoe

Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham has reached a new six-year endorsement agreement to re-sign with Nike and will receive his own signature shoe with the brand, his representatives at Excel Sports Management told ESPN on Monday.Cunningham's signature shoe is expected to debut during the second half of the 2026-27 season.Editor's PicksHe becomes the sixth active NBA player to have a signature shoe deal with Nike, joining LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Ja Morant, Devin Booker and Giannis Antetokounmpo.Cunningham, a first-time NBA All-Star and third-team All-NBA player in 2024-25, has elevated his game across the board this season, averaging career-highs in points (27.5), assists (9.9) and steals (1.4) to go along with 5.4 rebounds per game.The Pistons, winners of nine consecutive games, are a...
Former Chelsea player Oscar discharged from hospital after heart scare
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Former Chelsea player Oscar discharged from hospital after heart scare

Associated Press SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar has been released from hospital, five days after being admitted with a heart issue.Oscar’s current club, Sao Paulo said in a statement that the player had been discharged on Sunday.It added that extensive tests had revealed Oscar had “experienced an episode of vasovagal syncope,” a common cause in fainting after a sudden drop in blood pressure or heart rate.“Stable and clinically well throughout his hospital stay, the athlete will now follow a medical program of rest for the next few days,” the statement continued.Oscar was taken by ambulance to Einstein Hospital Israelita on Tuesday after collapsing during pre-season testing. He was reportedly unconscious for about two minutes and his club said at the time that he “presente...
Troy Parrott: How former Tottenham prospect catapulted Republic of Ireland into World Cup play-offs | Football News
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Troy Parrott: How former Tottenham prospect catapulted Republic of Ireland into World Cup play-offs | Football News

"I will never have a better night in my whole life. It is a fairy tale. You can't even dream about something like that."When Troy Parrott arrived for international duty with the Republic of Ireland last Monday, little did he know that six days later, he would have catapulted his country to the World Cup play-offs. First, there was an impressive 2-0 win against Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo grabbed the headlines for his red card, but it was Parrott's name being sung by the Ireland supporters after he scored both goals. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player ...
DraftKings promo code: Get $200 bonus, free NBA League Pass for Raiders vs. Cowboys on Monday Night Football
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DraftKings promo code: Get $200 bonus, free NBA League Pass for Raiders vs. Cowboys on Monday Night Football

Monday Night Football gives NFL bettors one last chance in Week 11 to take advantage of the latest DraftKings promo code offering new users $200 in bonus bets if their first $5 wager wins and three months of free NBA League Pass. The Las Vegas Raiders will host the Dallas Cowboys in primetime to close out the week, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET. Claim your DraftKings promo code here:For the full terms and conditions and how to claim the promo, read our DraftKings promo code review.   How to claim the DraftKings promo code There's no code required for this online sports betting offer, but you have to be of legal age in a state where DraftKings legitimately operates. You must also be a new user at the sportsbook to get the offer, meaning you could not have previously signed up for ...
Soccer belongs to the world
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Soccer belongs to the world

Soccer is much more than a business. That was the message from Giorgio Marchetti, the Deputy General Secretary of UEFA, the governing body for the sport in Europe, during a wide-ranging conversation with Emanuel Macedo de Medeiros, founder and global CEO of the Sport Integrity Global Alliance, on the current state of the game and the importance of the steps being taken to safeguard its future.The interview took place on the opening day of the ESTAAD Conference in Saudi Arabia, a dedicated platform for sports, entertainment and large-scale venue and infrastructure development.Soccer is rooted in communityAsked how far soccer should go in its growth and evolution, Marchetti didn’t hesitate: “As far as possible.” But he quickly added that the game is grounded in “traditions and community,” an...
Knicks vs Heat schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more on NBA 2025-26 season
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Knicks vs Heat schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more on NBA 2025-26 season

The New York Knicks and the Miami Heat will be locking horns for their upcoming fixture of the ongoing NBA 2025-26 season. The Knicks are 8-4 this season and stand second in the Eastern Conference. On the other hand, the Heat are 7-6 this season and stand 8th in the conference. The two faced each other in their most recent fixture, which was a part of the NBA Cup of the in-season tournament. Karl-Anthony Towns scored 39 points while Landry Shamet added a career-high 36 points off the bench to beat the Heat with a score of 140-130. Additionally, Jordan Clarkson added 25 points while Mikal Bridges had 15 points, and Josh Hart added his first triple-double of the season with 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists to give the Knicks a season-high point total.  On the other hand, for the Heat,...