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Pirlo says he won't be Italy coach

Jul 28, 2026

Italy, July 28: Andrea Pirlo has said he is no longer in the running for the Italy national team coaching job in connection with an ambassador role for a Russian bookmaker. Pirlo said on Monday on Instagram that he learnt the previous night "that I am no longer a candidate for the Italy national team head coach position." Pirlo is coach of UAE club Dubai United and an ambassador for betting company Fonbet. This role has led to concerns within the Italian football body FIGC and from politicians. Pirlo insisted in an earlier post that the Fonbet deal was "exclusively commercial and sporting in nature" and said that "to attribute a political significance to this collaboration is to attribute to me beliefs that I have never expressed and do not hold. Former Azzurri coaches Roberto Mancini and Antonio Conte are now said to be top candidates.
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Pogacar 'will soon break our Tour victories record': Merckx

Jul 27, 2026

Paris [France], July 27: Tadej Pogacar will gain sole possession of the Tour de France title record and could also become the first rider to win all three grand tours in one year, Belgian legend Eddy Merckx believes.

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Mirabai secures India's first gold at Glasgow 2026

Jul 27, 2026

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'We rise' - Joshua musters comeback win over Prenga

Jul 27, 2026

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Fury-Joshua fight only held abroad if terms renegotiated: Hearn

Jul 27, 2026

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Pirlo appointment as Italy coach in doubt over Russia links: Reports

Jul 27, 2026

Rome [Italy], July 27: Andrea Pirlo's appointment as Italy coach is reportedly doubtful again because of concerns within the national federation FIGC and from politicians over his contacts to Russia.
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Qatar cagers make strong start with win over Saudi Arabia

Jul 27, 2026

Doha [Qatar], July 27: Qatar's U18 basketball team made a strong start in the Gulf Qualifiers for the FIBA U18 Asian Championship, defeating Saudi Arabia in their opening match of...
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Malaysia announced as replacement location for Bahrain GP

Jul 27, 2026

Budapest [Hungary], July 27: Formula One bosses have confirmed that the Bahrain Grand Prix will take place in Malaysia on October 4.
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Vanua and Ranadi semifinals live on FBC Sports

Jul 26, 2026
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UFC brings blockbuster action to Abu Dhabi on October 24 with UFC 333

Jul 26, 2026
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Dubai shapes unique sporting landscape to boost tourism, investment, global appeal

Jul 26, 2026
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'We Run for Africa - Dakar 2026 Flame Tour Toolkit' sparks continent-wide engagement

Jul 25, 2026
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Fujairah Martial Arts Club to oversee four sports at 'UAE Summer'

Jul 25, 2026
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Asaf Chopurov retains bantamweight title at UAE Warriors

Jul 25, 2026
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Modern Sailing Programme in Dubai to conclude at end of July

Jul 25, 2026
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Ankalaev and Guskov headline UFC fights in global event tomorrow in Abu Dhabi

Jul 25, 2026
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Kalba Club launches Sharjah Week as part of 'A Holiday Reimagined'

Jul 24, 2026
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UAE Youth Kickboxing Championship kicks off July 31 in Abu Dhabi

Jul 24, 2026
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UAE Judo team raises medal tally to 11 at Arab Championship in Jordan

Jul 24, 2026
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UAE Archery Team to participate in Asian Archery Federation President's Cup in Bangladesh

Jul 24, 2026
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Khorfakkan Club for Disabled announces introduction of tandem cycling

Jul 24, 2026
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Emirates Racing Authority registers 1,099 horses, up 31%

Jul 23, 2026
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Dubai Land Department, UAE Football Association forge strategic partnership to enhance quality of life in real estate sector

Jul 23, 2026
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UAE wins gold medal in Asian Age Group Swimming Championships in Bangkok

Jul 23, 2026
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UAE judo team secures 8 medals on opening day of Arab Championship in Jordan

Jul 23, 2026
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UAE Pro League to stage 2025-26 Season Awards Ceremony on August 10

Jul 23, 2026