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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...

No Balotelli in Italy squad for Spain and Macedonia matches

Saturday, 1 October 2016, 18:46 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

There is still no place for Mario Balotelli in the Italy squad as coach Gian Piero Ventura named a largely unchanged 26-man list Saturday for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Spain and...

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