Samoa chasing World Cup place to keep up proud record
DUBAI :Samoa have a last chance to preserve a proud record and book a berth at the 2027 World Cup when they face Belgium in the final qualifying tournament in Dubai on Tuesday.
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Australia coach hails Fowler's courage after revealing mental health battle
MELBOURNE :Australia coach Joe Montemurro praised Mary Fowler for being open about her mental health challenges after the Matildas forward said she struggled with self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
Luck of the Irish? Must-Watch Goal Keeps Ireland's World Cup Hopes Alive
Ireland forward Troy Parrott is having an unforgettable week, mixed with a bit of his country's penchant for luck.
Norway book World Cup spot and force Italy into playoffs
MILAN, Italy :Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday after a 4-1 win away to Italy in their final qualifying match, condemning the hosts, who have missed out on the last two editions of the tournament, to the playoffs.
DR Congo win African World Cup playoffs in penalty shootout
RABAT :The Democratic Republic of Congo kept alive hopes of a World Cup place as they edged Nigeria 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the end of extra time to win the African qualifying playoffs in Morocco on Sunday.
GAA: Wins for Ballyboden in Leinster, St Brigid's in Connacht
The semi-final lineup for the Leinster SFC has been set.
Norway book World Cup spot as Italy are forced into playoffs
Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday after a 4-1 win away to Italy in their final qualifying match, condemning the hosts, who have missed out on the last two editions of the tournament, to the playoffs.
Ukraine book spot in World Cup playoffs with win over Iceland
WARSAW :Ukraine's Oleksandr Zubkov powered home a header late in the second half and Oleksii Hutsuliak added a second goal to book their spot in the playoffs for next year's World Cup as they beat Group D rivals Iceland 2-0 in Warsaw on Sunday.