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Congo beats Jamaica to reach first WC since '74
Congo DR scored in extra time to edge Jamaica 1-0 on Tuesday and become the 47th of 48 teams that will play at the World Cup.
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TOP HEADLINES
Mbokazi screamer can't hide that Bafana have plenty to fix in two months
South Africa controlled the tempo for the lion's share of both games, but their dominance did not always translate to goals and lapses at the back meant they drew 1-1 in Durban and lost 2-1 in Cape Town.
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Follow live: Lakers making statement vs. Cavs
Cleveland will clinch a playoff spot with a victory today, but the Lakers, who are already guaranteed postseason action, have the equal-best record in the NBA since March 6, having won 12 of their 13 games in that period.
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WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
2026 World Cup European playoffs recap: Italy miss third straight World Cup after losing to Bosnia
Enjoy all the moments from Tuesday's 2026 World Cup European playoffs as eight teams look to qualify for four spots at this summer's tournament.
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DE ZERBI IN AT SPURS
Tottenham hire De Zerbi to replace Tudor
Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Robert De Zerbi to replace Igor Tudor.
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Tudor's disastrous six-week stint has left Spurs even closer to relegation
Igor Tudor will be remembered at Tottenham Hotspur as the firefighter who used petrol instead of water. That's if he's remembered at all.
Olley explains why Tottenham want De Zerbi in charge
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Who could Tottenham hire to replace Igor Tudor?
James Olley reacts to Igor Tudor's departure from Tottenham by mutual consent.
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Should Andoni Iraola replace Igor Tudor at Tottenham?
ESPN's Gab Marcotti believes Tottenham should be targeting Andoni Iraola to replace Igor Tudor.
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Liverpool was the perfect city for Salah, and they changed each other for the better
SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL
SA giants Kaizer Chiefs announce new women's team
In a Tuesday announcement that had been eagerly anticipated for some time, Kaizer Chiefs announced the formation of their women's team, Kaizer Chiefs Ladies.
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THE BAL
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Johannesburg Giants at BAL at pivotal point for South African hoops
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) offers the Johannesburg Giants an opportunity to make a statement regarding the potential of South African basketball at what could be a tipping point in its trajectory.
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TUESDAY'S SCORES
FOOTBALL
NBA
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Next for LeBron? NBA insiders on Lakers, Cavs, free agency options
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.
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WOMEN'S ELITE EIGHT ACTION
Women's March Madness 2026: Ranking the Final Four
No. 1 seeds UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina head to the Final Four for the second consecutive year.
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The Final Four is set! Breaking down Texas' and South Carolina's wins
After Texas' and South Carolina's wins, the Final Four is set! Here's everything you need to know from Monday.
NCAA MEN'S BASKETBALL
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Men's March Madness Pain Index: Where does Duke's loss rank?
Some losses are understandable in the NCAA tournament. Others will haunt us forever (see: Duke). We rank them all.
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NWSL
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NWSL Power Rankings: What's wrong with Washington Spirit?
The Portland Thorns sit proudly atop ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, while Washington Spirit continues to flounder.
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TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Will Casemiro end up playing with Ronaldo or Messi?
Cristiano Ronaldo is trying to tempt Casemiro to join him at Al Nassr, while Real Madrid have Enzo Fernández on their radar. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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NEDBANK CUP
FOOTBALL
Nedbank Cup semifinals - Kick-off times, CAF Confederation Cup permutations
The early exit of South Africa's so-called 'big three' of Sundowns, Pirates and Chiefs ensured that whoever lifts this season's Nedbank Cup, it will go down as an upset - and the semi-finals could yet see even bigger shocks.
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WHO IS GOING WHERE?
NFL DRAFT: APRIL 23-25 ON ESPN NETWORKS
Miller's seven-round NFL mock draft: Let's project landing spots for 257 prospects
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.
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Why Ty Simpson is evoking memories of Shedeur Sanders for Matt Miller
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A completely serious look at why Salah would do well in South Africa's PSL
Top Videos
Marcotti: Italy have 'no excuses' for another World Cup failure
1:37FIFA World Cup Qualifying - UEFATuchel has 'more clarity' on World Cup squad after latest England camp
1:36International FriendlyLionel Scaloni: The whole world wants to see Lionel Messi play at the World Cup
2:15International Friendly
Top Headlines
- Messi guides Argentina to 5-0 win in WC send-off
- Gattuso: Future with Italy 'doesn't matter' today
- Italy miss out on 3rd straight WC in shootout loss
- FIFA's Infantino: Iran will play in WC: No Plan B
- Scotland sunk by Pépé's goal against Ivory Coast
- England fall 1-0 to Japan in Wembley friendly
- Sources: Man United have Onana wage dilemma
- Lukaku in hot water after missing Napoli training
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