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Lionel Messi Becomes the All-Time Leading World Cup Scorer After Historic Double Against Austria

Lionel Messi has written a new chapter in World Cup history after scoring both goals in Argentina’s 2:0 victory over Austria in the second round of the group stage. The Argentine forward,

June 23, 2026

Sport

Ronaldo’s Role Under Scrutiny as Portugal Looks for Response Against Uzbekistan

Martínez Defends Ronaldo After Criticism Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez defended Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Portugal’s second group-stage match at the World Cup against Uzbekistan, after the team opened the tournament with

June 23, 2026

Sport

NYPD Deploys Record Force as Knicks Parade Brings Millions to Lower Manhattan

New York City is bracing for a historic celebration as the Knicks prepare for their first ever championship ticker tape parade through the Canyon of Heroes on Thursday, with the NYPD deploying

June 18, 2026

Sport·Whats New

Jokić Leads Serbia’s Charge as Alimpijević Names 18 Man World Cup Qualifying Roster

Three time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić will headline Serbia’s national basketball team as head coach Dušan Alimpijević unveiled an 18 player roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifying window in

June 18, 2026

Serbia·Sport

Montenegro’s ‘Sharks’ Set Sights on Sydney as World Cup Superfinal Preparations Begin

The Montenegrin men’s water polo team has begun assembling for the final tournament of the 2026 World Cup, with head coach Dejan Savić announcing a 20 player roster as the “Sharks” prepare

June 12, 2026

Montenegro·Sport

Skopje’s Aerodrom to Host World’s Biggest 3×3 Basketball Tournament as Red Bull Half Court Returns

The Municipality of Aerodrom in Skopje is set to become the epicenter of street basketball this weekend, hosting the Macedonian leg of the Red Bull Half Court, the world’s largest 3×3 basketball

June 11, 2026

Macedonia·Sport

Historic Comeback Puts Knicks One Win Away from First NBA Title in Over 50 Years

The New York Knicks are on the verge of capturing their first NBA championship since 1973 after producing one of the most remarkable comebacks in basketball history. Trailing by 29 points against

June 11, 2026

Sport

Edin Džeko to Wear Custom Boots by Macedonian Artist Satja Grabuloski at the World Cup

Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Džeko will wear unique custom-made football boots at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, designed by Macedonian artist Satja Grabuloski and his studio Swithadot Studios. The project represents

June 10, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Sport

Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid as Club Reaches Agreement With Benfica

José Mourinho is set for a sensational return to Real Madrid after the Spanish giants reached an agreement with Benfica to secure the Portuguese coach’s services, bringing one of the club’s most

June 10, 2026

Sport·Whats New

Curaçao Becomes World Cup’s Smallest-Ever Nation and a Global Fan Favourite Before Historic Debut

Curaçao is preparing for its first appearance at the FIFA World Cup as one of the most remarkable stories of the tournament, becoming the smallest country by population ever to qualify for

June 10, 2026

Sport·Whats New

Federer Set for Emotional Return to the US Open

Tennis fans will once again have the opportunity to see Roger Federer on the court, as the Swiss legend is set to return to the US Open for a special exhibition event

June 9, 2026

Sport

Modrić Draws Level with Messi on International Appearance Milestone

Croatian captain Luka Modrić has reached another remarkable milestone in his extraordinary career, drawing level with Lionel Messi in the number of international appearances for their respective national teams. With his latest

June 9, 2026

Croatia·Sport

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