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Vardar’s title celebration sparks backlash, disciplinary proceedings and public condemnation in North Macedonia

Controversial celebration and offensive chanting The celebration of the championship title by FK Vardar triggered strong public backlash after videos emerged showing players and individuals associated with the club singing an offensive

May 18, 2026

Macedonia·Sport

Sinner breaks Djokovic’s Masters 1000 record after quarter-final win in Rome

Jannik Sinner has broken Novak Djokovic’s record for the longest winning streak at ATP Masters 1000 tournaments after defeating Andrey Rublev in the quarter-finals of the Italian Open in Rome. The world

May 15, 2026

Sport

Mbappé and Arbeloa clash publicly after Real Madrid’s win over Oviedo

Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Oviedo at the Santiago Bernabéu was overshadowed by a public disagreement between Kylian Mbappé and coach Álvaro Arbeloa. Mbappé entered the match as a substitute and was

May 15, 2026

Sport

Luka Dončić Reportedly Opposes Lakers’ Potential Trade Package for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Los Angeles Lakers fans may have dreamed of seeing Luka Dončić and Giannis Antetokounmpo on the same team, but a potential blockbuster move could face an unexpected obstacle. According to reports cited

May 13, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

From Wisconsin to the World Cup: Esmir Bajraktarević’s Bosnian Dream Comes Full Circle

Before becoming one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s rising football stars, Esmir Bajraktarević was a boy from the American Midwest, growing up in Appleton, Wisconsin, with a ball at his feet and Bosnia

May 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Sport

Xabi Alonso Emerges as Chelsea’s Leading Candidate for Head Coach Role

Xabi Alonso has emerged as the most serious candidate to become the new head coach of Chelsea F.C., according to reports linking the Spanish coach with a return to the Premier League.

May 12, 2026

Sport

New York Sweeps Philadelphia to Reach Eastern Conference Finals, Minnesota Levels Series Against San Antonio

New York Knicks reached the Eastern Conference Finals after completing a dominant 4–0 sweep of Philadelphia, closing the series with a convincing 144–114 victory. The Knicks controlled the game from the opening

May 11, 2026

Sport

Barcelona Defeat Real Madrid 2–0 and Seal La Liga Title in El Clásico

Barcelona secured the La Liga title in the most symbolic way, defeating Real Madrid 2–0 in El Clásico and mathematically confirming the championship in front of their greatest rival. The victory came

May 11, 2026

Sport

Arsenal and Atlético Madrid Set for Decisive Champions League Clash as Tension Builds Ahead of Semifinal Showdown

The second leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal between Arsenal and Atlético Madrid will be played tonight in London, with both teams aiming to secure a place in the final after

May 5, 2026

Sport

Great Honor for Bosnian Referees: Konjicanin Brothers to Officiate Champions League Quarterfinal Derby

Bosnia and Herzegovina referees Amar and Dino Konjicanin have received a major honor after being appointed to officiate one of the key matches of the EHF Champions League quarterfinals. The Bosnian refereeing

May 5, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Sport

“Out of This Galaxy”: Ian Wright Blown Away by Luka Modrić and Croatia

Photo: Official Facebook page of Luka Modrić

May 5, 2026

Croatia·Sport

Minnesota Stuns San Antonio, New York Crushes Philadelphia as NBA Playoff Semifinals Begin

Minnesota Takes 1–0 Lead After Road Win The NBA conference semifinals opened with Minnesota and New York taking 1–0 leads in their respective playoff series. Minnesota Timberwolves made a major breakthrough on

May 5, 2026

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