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World Cup 2018: Spain out for revenge in Italy in pick qualifiers

Thursday, 6 October 2016, 15:00 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

Spain will be out for revenge when it plays old rival Italy in Turin on Thursday in the standout qualifying match for the 2018 World Cup. Italy beat Spain 2-0 in the round of 16 at the European...

Sharapova's doping ban cut from two years to 15 months

Tuesday, 4 October 2016, 15:18 Last update: about 11 years ago

The highest court in sports has cut Maria Sharapova's two-year doping ban to 15 months. The decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport means the Russian tennis star will be able to return to...

FIFA head Infantino suggests 48-team World Cup as from 2026

Tuesday, 4 October 2016, 06:15 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

World Cup expansion plans got even bigger Monday, and the 2026 tournament could have 48 teams playing instead of 32. FIFA President Gianni Infantino outlined the idea that would see 16 teams go...

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