
Conor McGregor Loses to Max Holloway in 69 Seconds at UFC 329
Conor McGregor's return to the UFC ended in a swift defeat as Max Holloway secured a victory in just 69 seconds. McGregor appeared to injure his knee during the opening exchange.
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Conor McGregor's return to the UFC ended in a swift defeat as Max Holloway secured a victory in just 69 seconds. McGregor appeared to injure his knee during the opening exchange.

Jude Bellingham scored twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time, securing a semifinal showdown with Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Argentina advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Switzerland 3-1 in extra time. Goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory following an early Messi-assisted strike by Alexis Mac Allister.

Argentina advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals after a 3-1 extra-time victory over ten-man Switzerland. They will face England, who also progressed after a dramatic quarter-final.

Senegal has dismissed national team coach Pape Thiaw following their early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Patrick Vieira emerging as the leading candidate for the role.

Argentina advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals with a 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland. Goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, and Lautaro Martínez secured the win.

Argentina advanced to the World Cup semi-final after defeating 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, with Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal. They will face England, who also won their quarter-final in extra time.

The Nigerian government has finalized a strategic engagement with Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier, marking the conclusion of a series of talks with global aircraft makers to modernize the country's aviation sector.

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the World Cup quarterfinals, setting up a semi-final clash against England.

England advanced to the World Cup semi-finals after defeating Norway 2-1 in extra time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Manager Thomas Tuchel described the victory as fortunate and called for improvement.

Nigeria international Toni Payne has signed a two-year deal with Inter Milan Women after leaving Everton upon the expiry of her contract.

England defeated Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice. Norway disputed a key decision after FIFA stated there was no evidence the ball hit a spidercam wire.

Forty-four schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State have been rescued from Oriire community in Ogbomoso. The federal government is withholding their handover to state authorities for 48 hours pending medical evaluations.

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams has died at age 25, just weeks after representing South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The cause of death remains unclear.

Jude Bellingham scored a decisive brace, including an extra-time winner, as England defeated Norway 2-1 to advance to the World Cup semi-finals.