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Japan cruise past Indonesia to reach Asian Cup last 16

Ayase Ueda struck in each half to go with a late Indonesia own goal in Doha to send the pre-tournament favorites through as group runners-up behind Iraq.

3 months ago
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Japan goalkeeper racially abused online after Asian Cup errors

It comes after two instances of racist abuse directed at players in Italy and England during matches. ...

3 months ago
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Japan shock, South Korea wobble blow Asian Cup wide open

Japan were favourites heading into the tournament to win a record-extending fifth title, while Son Heung-min's South Korea were touted as their chief challengers. ...

3 months ago

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Jordan, Iraq claim opening wins at Asian Cup as Malaysia and Indonesia fall

On a day where each match featured four goals, Jordan's thumping victory moved them to the top of Group E -- above South Korea who beat Bahrain 3-1 earlier on Monday.

3 months ago
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Tom Kim shines the brightest for Asian golf in 2023

With a base firmly established in Dallas, Kim is ready take his career to new heights in 2024, which will include the Paris Olympic Games.

3 months ago
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Brazil sack coach Fernando Diniz after World Cup struggles: source

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) sacked Fernando Diniz as coach of the men's national team Friday, a source there said, after a string of lackluster results for the "Selecao" in World Cup qualifying.

3 months ago
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Japan thrashes Thailand in Asian Cup warm-up

The four-time Asian champions were held scoreless in the first half in front of a New Year's Day crowd of more than 60,000 before breaking Thailand's resistance after the interval.

4 months ago
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Al Ahly thrash Al-Ittihad in Club World Cup to book Fluminense semi-final

The African champions will face Copa Libertadores title holders Fluminense of Brazil in the last four on Monday.

4 months ago
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Alfa Romeo replaced on F1 grid by 'Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber'

A rebrand was in order following the announcement last month that Alfa Romeo, early pioneers of F1 who came back into the sport in 2018, were once again pulling back.  

4 months ago
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Turkish football plunges into crisis after referee attack

The top-flight SuperLig indefinitely suspended matches and a court placed Ankaragucu club president Faruk Koca and two others in pre-trial detention for "injuring and threatening a public official".

4 months ago
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Indonesia kicks off preparations for 2025 U-20 World Cup bid

Indonesia and Singapore also eyeing hosting annual U-17 World Cup from 2025 to 2029. 

4 months ago
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Indonesia to bid again for U-20 World Cup

President Jokowi said the two countries were also interested in a bid for the biannual Under-17 tournament somewhere between 2025-2029 and would be suitable hosts for either. 

4 months ago
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Italy and Spain to meet in Euro 2024 group stage, England handed kind draw

The month-long Euro will conclude with the final in Berlin on July 14.

4 months ago
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Germany beat France on penalties to win U-17 World Cup

The young Germans then held their nerve in the penalty shootout to beat the Blues and win their first Under-17 world title in a rematch of this year's European Championship final, which they also won on penalties.

4 months ago
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Messi leaves door open to 2026 World Cup

Messi, who recently won his eighth Ballon d'Or, raised the World Cup in 2022 after starring for Argentina in the final against France in Doha

5 months ago
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Germany and France set for Under-17 World Cup final rematch

Germany and France are set to clash Saturday in the Under-17 World Cup football final in Surakarta, Central Java.

5 months ago
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France down Mali to reach Under-17 World Cup final

France will try to claim a second championship after their only win in 2001 when they face Germany in the tournament decider on Saturday at Manahan Stadium in Surakarta, Central Java.

5 months ago
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Kirk earns the biggest victory of all by beating alcoholism and depression

For his triumph over adversity, Kirk received the 2023 PGA Tour Courage Award.

5 months ago
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Raffi Ahmad to face Taufik Hidayat in celebrity tennis match

A celebrity sporting event called “THe JuaRA” hosted by JebreeetMedia will feature tennis matches between celebrities and an Indonesian badminton legend, following a sports awards show and TED talk held by the company earlier this year. 

5 months ago
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Eyes on the prize: Indonesia sets out to prove itself at U-17 World Cup

The FIFA Under-17 World Cup kicks off on Friday at Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium in Surabaya with 24 countries competing in six groups. It is the first time the event has been hosted in Indonesia, and Southeast Asia more broadly.

5 months ago
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State-owned hotels gear up for 2023 Aquabike World Championship

State-owned hospitality company HIG is readying its hotels to accommodate participants and visitors of the 2023 Aquabike World Championship's Indonesian Grand Prix, to be held on Nov. 25-26 at Lake Toba in Balige regency, North Sumatra.

5 months ago
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Jakarta Police deploy over 2,000 officers for U-17 World Cup

Jakarta Police are set to mobilize 2,348 officers to secure the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) and Gelora Bung Karno sports complex during the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

5 months ago
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Radja Nainggolan to visit Indonesia for 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup

Belgian-Indonesian soccer player Radja Nainggolan will visit Indonesia for the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup. 

5 months ago
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Once the Bashful Prince, Ishikawa still has eyes on the throne

Before the emergence of now eight-time PGA Tour winner Hideki Matsuyama, Ishikawa was the darling among fans and Japanese media who were desperate to embrace a sporting hero that would inspire a golf-mad nation.

6 months ago
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Indonesia ready to host U-17 World Cup, officials say

Indonesia gears up for the U-17 soccer World Cup with stadium renovations and opening events.

6 months ago
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Saudi Arabia clear to host 2034 World Cup after Australia drops out

FIFA had invited bids from Asia and Oceania for the tournament by Oct. 31.

6 months ago
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Jonatan Christie wins first-ever Super 750 title

Jonatan Christie earned his first title at the BWF Super 750 level tournament by winning the 2023 French Open final in Rennes, France.

6 months ago
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Indonesia surpasses target with 26 gold medals at Hangzhou Para Games

Indonesia finished sixth overall at the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, with 26 gold medals, exceeding its initial target of 19 golds and making the top 10.

6 months ago
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Sports Minister praises athletes for fulfilling gold medal target at 2022 Asian Para Games

Youth and Sports Minister Dito Ariotedjo praised the Indonesian contingent for achieving the gold medal target at the 2022 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China.

6 months ago
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Formula E drops Cape Town and Jakarta

China has not hosted Formula E since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic but the series will race for the first time at the Shanghai International Circuit on May 25 and 26.

6 months ago

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