British duo Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara secure semifinal spot at ATP Finals with thrilling doubles victory.
** England Captain Harry Kane Expresses Concern Over Squad Withdrawals Ahead of Greece Match in Nations League. Kick-off is tonight at 7.45pm GMT.
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** Giannis Antetokounmpo Shines with Season-High 59 Points, Leads Bucks Past Pistons in Thrilling Overtime Win.
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Victor Wembanyama sets NBA record, drops 50 points in Spurs' win over Wizards.
US Men's National Team Faces Challenges in Concacaf Nations League Match Against Jamaica
The United States men's national team, led by new coach Mauricio Pochettino, faces a crucial match against Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League. The USMNT aims to progress to the final of the competition they've won three times consecutively. However, they'll have to overcome depth and mentality concerns with several key players absent, including Tyler Adams, Folarin Balogun, and Josh Sargent.
** The Portland Trail Blazers and Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. ET, with the Timberwolves as 9-point favorites. The teams last met on Tuesday, resulting in a 122-108 win for the Trail Blazers. Minnesota is looking to bounce back after their loss, while Portland aims to build on their victory.
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** Knicks suffer crushing 124-123 loss to Bulls despite Karl-Anthony Towns' 46-point masterpiece. Towns' remarkable comeback effort fell short as the team's inconsistent defense and late-game mistakes cost them a potential win.
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Santa Clara Broncos face off against N. Dak. State Bison in NCAA Basketball action, with Santa Clara leading 39-29 early on. Both teams suffered losses in their last games and are seeking a turnaround. The game is tonight at 10 p.m. ET at Leavey Center.
** This week, college football fans can look forward to several exciting matchups on CBS Sports Network. The network will broadcast live games featuring Wyoming vs Colorado State, Oregon State vs Air Force, and Boise State vs San Jose State. Additionally, UNLV will take on San Diego State in a key Mountain West Conference matchup. Fans can catch these games online through the CBS Sports app or website, with a focus on providing a balanced presentation of the events.
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** The UCSB Gauchos are set to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs in a NCAA basketball match, with the Gauchos currently leading 37-34 after one quarter. The game is scheduled for Wednesday at Thunderdome, with tip-off at 10:00 p.m. ET. This marks the second matchup between the two teams this season, following UCSB's 94-53 victory against Portland and Fresno State's 64-57 win over Sacramento State.
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** The San Francisco Dons are set to face off against the Long Beach State Beach in an NCAA basketball game on Wednesday. As of now, San Fran leads 36-24 at halftime, with a chance to move their record to 3-0 for the season. The game will be held at War Memorial Gymnasium, starting at 10:00 p.m. ET.
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The Nevada Wolf Pack will face off against the Weber State Wildcats in a college basketball game on Wednesday, with the Wolf Pack leading 40-28 at halftime. The game is being held at Lawlor Events Center and can be streamed live or watched on TV. Nevada is favored to win by 16.5 points, having won their previous matchup against Weber State last December.
**NCAA Basketball:** Villanova Wildcats face Saint Joseph's Hawks on Tuesday, seeking their 3rd win. The Wildcats come off a 91-54 victory against N.J. Tech, while the Hawks lost to CCSU by 6 points. This is the second meeting between the teams this season, with Villanova winning their previous matchup.
The Arizona Cardinals' Resurgence: A New Contender in the NFC?
The Arizona Cardinals have made a significant turnaround, going from an undermanned team to a legitimate contender in the NFC. With a 6-4 record and three consecutive wins, they are leading the NFC West division. Their success can be attributed to Kyler Murray's near-flawless play, James Conner's tough running game, and a no-name defense that flies around on every play. Second-year head coach Jonathan Gannon's coaching philosophy of playing hard and tough has contributed to their success.
The Cardinals' offense has also improved, with Murray looking comfortable in his second season. Their pass rush, averaging 2.4 sacks per game, has been particularly impressive over the past three games. Defensive coordinator Nick Rallis is gaining recognition around the league for his coaching prowess.
The team's schedule after their bye week is manageable, with a mix of home and away games against teams with varying strengths. The Cardinals' chances of winning the division or earning a wild-card spot are increasing, making their story one to watch in the NFC.
Exeter Chiefs face tough season despite CEO's optimism, with club struggling in Premiership and facing financial challenges after Covid-19 pandemic.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/articles/c9wrvgkv7nzo
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Deportivo Riestra's decision to start YouTube star Ivan Buhajeruk, known as Spreen, as a striker in their top-flight match against Velez Sarsfield has sparked controversy. The 24-year-old has no professional football experience but was given a contract by the Buenos Aires club due to his large online following and sponsorship deals.
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Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c87x4nvj90wo
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Tragic loss in Ecuadorian football community: Marco Angulo, 22, dies after car crash. Angulo was a midfielder for LDU Quito and made three appearances for the Ecuador national team.
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Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cx2ny33p88ro
** Wales' Mason Grady ruled out of autumn campaign due to ankle injury; surgery set for versatile back.
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Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/articles/cy4npz00wzlo
** Manchester United welcomes new manager Ruben Amorim, but his first game is expected to be a challenging one. Amorim's arrival has sparked discussion among football experts and fans.
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Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/videos/c99r3d77j70o
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BBC's Match of the Day host Gary Lineker is stepping down from his role at the end of the season. He will continue hosting BBC Sport's coverage of the 2026 World Cup and FA Cup 2025/2026, but a new host for Match of the Day has not been announced.
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