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	<title>The News International - <![CDATA[Sports]]></title>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kyle Busch's wife reveals how she deals with grief after racing legend's death]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1407190-kyle-buschs-wife-reveals-how-she-deals-with-grief-after-racing-legends-death]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:42:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Kyle Busch's wife reveals how she deals with grief after racing legend's deathKyle Busch&rsquo;s widow, Samantha Busch, is opening up about how she is navigating grief while parenting her kids following the death of the racing legend.The lifestyle blogger took to her Instagram handle on Friday to...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Double Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas joins London City Lionesses]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 26 Jun 2026 02:04:32 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Double Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas joins London City LionessesAlexia Putellas has opted to join Women's Super League club London City Lionesses.The 32-year-old left Barcelona after 14 years in May and is widely regarded as one of women's football's greatest players.The Two-time Ballon d'Or...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Better than ever at 39? Lionel Messi is still breaking records and dominating the World Cup 2026]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:47:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Lionel Messi is celebrating his 39th birthday today after making a remarkable start to the World Cup. While his hat-trick against Algeria tied him with Miroslav Klose&rsquo;s all-time tournament goal record, Messi&rsquo;s overall  performance extends more than just scoring.He is the leading scorer...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo's fifth-minute goal makes World Cup history]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:45:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo makes a record in the 2026 FIFA World CupIn the wake of doubts, criticism, and skepticism, Cristiano Ronaldo silenced them all with a kick to the ball that beat the goalkeeper and went right into the net.This goal, in just five minutes of the ongoing game against Uzbekistan, set...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why FIFA suddenly booted out this commentator amid World Cup?]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406958-fifa-fires-broadcaster-who-called-gianna-infantino-a-thief]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:55:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[In the FIFA World Cup, tempers often run high and sometimes invite swift action.A Paraguayan commentator learned this in a hard way.His name was Jorge "Chipi" Vera.During the game between T&uuml;rkiye and Paraguay, the latter won 1-0.Yet, it was overshadowed by a red card, though a controversial...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Iranian soccer team leaves heartfelt note at Sofi-stadium despite World Cup controversy]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406921-iranian-soccer-team-leaves-heartfelt-note-at-sofi-stadium-despite-world-cup-controversy]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:56:27 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[The Iranian Football Federation penned a message appreciating the people of Los Angeles for hosting their first two games despite complaints of unfair treatment at the World Cup.This marked a significant move after the team successfully secured a 0-0 draw against the dominant team in their group,...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi breaks World Cup record, one step away from surpassing Diego Maradona]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406874-lionel-messi-becomes-all-time-leading-goal-scorer-in-the-fifa-world-cup]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Lionel Messi, a player who seemingly never gets tired, has broken another record: becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history.The Argentine icon broke the record held by German legend Miroslav Klose.The milestone expectedly etched his name even deeper into football...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[FIFA breaks silence after players speak out at World Cup final stadium]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406836-fifa-pushes-back-against-new-york-jersey-stadium-criticism]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[FIFA pushes back against New York Jersey Stadium criticismMetLife Stadium, rebranded as New York Jersey Stadium, has hosted two games so far.The first ended in a draw between Brazil and Morocco.While in the second, France beat Senegal 3-1.The stadium is set to host six more matches, including the...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade blames his blackness for mental health crises]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406770-dwyane-wade-blames-his-blackness-for-mental-health-crises]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Dwyane Wade blames his blackness for mental health crisesDwyane Wade recently revealed why he sought professional help for mental health after strongly rejecting it.The 44-year-old former professional basketball player spoke to Jenna Bush Hager at the Tribeca Festival in New York City on...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Grimsby Town mourns death of Alex Hughes, 38; Mark Hughes pays tribute to son]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406745-grimsby-town-mourns-death-of-alex-hughes-38-mark-hughes-pays-tribute-to-son]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:07:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Grimsby Town mourns death of Alex Hughes, 38; Mark Hughes pays tribute to sonFormer Wales and Man Utd striker Mark Hughes has released a statement following the tragic passing of his son Alex, aged 38; Grimsby Town, where Alex worked as player recruitment lead, have also released a statement...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[ Lionel Messi's return to World Cup 2026: Tying all-time goal record]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406727-lionel-messi-s-return-to-world-cup-2026-tying-all-time-goal-record]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:46:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[ Lionel Messi&rsquo;s return to World Cup 2026: Tying all-time goal recordFootball king Lionel Messi's return for his historic sixth FIFA World Cup campaign has been nothing short of extraordinary milestone.The Spanish opener marked 20 years to the day since he made his World Cup debut back...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Two TV stars face fury after separate on-air blunders during World Cup]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406713-french-tv-star-triggers-outrage-after-argentinian-host-falsely-claims-messi-fathers-death]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
            <guid><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406713-french-tv-star-triggers-outrage-after-argentinian-host-falsely-claims-messi-fathers-death]]></guid>
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                				<![CDATA[As World Cup buzz is at its peak, a social media firestorm has erupted after a presenter made controversial remarks.Her name was France Pierron, a TV host in France.She slammed Jeremy Doku, the Belgian winger, for being open to briefly leaving the World Cup to attend the birth of his first child,...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ueda's brace sends Japan through as Tunisia's FIFA World Cup dream ends]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406716-uedas-brace-sends-japan-through-as-tunisias-fifa-world-cup-dream-ends]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Ueda&rsquo;s brace sends Japan through as Tunisia&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup dream endsOn Saturday, Japan successfully marked the 1,000th game in World Cup history with a decisive 4-0  physical defeat over Tunisia, remarkably closing in on a place in the last 32. Ayase Ueda incredibly scored twice;...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why Iranian players are struggling 'physically and mentally' at World Cup]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406629-iran-decries-travel-restrictions-plans-to-lodge-fifa-complaint]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:52:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
            <guid><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406629-iran-decries-travel-restrictions-plans-to-lodge-fifa-complaint]]></guid>
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                				<![CDATA[In the World Cup, teams commonly travel from base camp to their venues a day in advance. But in this 2026 tournament, Iran's case is different.Team Melli &ndash; the name used for Iran's national team &ndash; had not been granted permission to stay overnight in the United States after their...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why Germany's World Cup team faces a tarmac security check before its Toronto flight]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406601-why-germanys-world-cup-team-faces-a-tarmac-security-check-before-its-toronto-flight]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:53:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
            <guid><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406601-why-germanys-world-cup-team-faces-a-tarmac-security-check-before-its-toronto-flight]]></guid>
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                				<![CDATA[Why Germany&rsquo;s World Cup team faces a tarmac security check before its Toronto flightThe German national team reportedly faced a tarmac security check before the Toronto flight. This incident sparked online discussions about how significant it is for charter flights to be thoroughly screened...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Paraguay knocks out Turkey with record 64-second World Cup Goal]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406593-paraguay-knocks-out-turkey-with-record-64-second-world-cup-goal]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:19:59 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Paraguay knocks out Turkey with record 64-second World Cup GoalParaguay scored the fastest goal of the 2026 World Cup at 64 seconds, then defended with 10 men to eliminate Turkey 1-0 in a stunning Group D upset on Friday.The record in the tournament was beaten by Matias Galarza&rsquo;s rocket from...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Who is Tori Penso? Meet the referee behind historic World Cup moment]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406590-who-is-tori-penso-meet-the-referee-behind-historic-world-cup-moment]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Who is Tori Penso? Meet the referee behind historic World Cup momentOn Thursday, Tori Penso lifted the whistle to her lips and signaled the start of the major Group A clash between Czechia and South Africa at Atlanta Stadium, a simple action that marked a historic shift for the sport. This marks...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi slams media for 'irresponsible' behavior amid his dad's ongoing health]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406453-lionel-messi-slams-media-for-irresponsible-behavior-amid-his-dads-ongoing-health]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:23:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Lionel Messi slams media for 'irresponsible' behavior amid his dad's ongoing healthLionel Messi recently gave an update regarding the health of his father, Jorge Messi, amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.According to ESPN, the acclaimed Argentine footballer shared a statement on behalf of his...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mike Babcock cleared by NHL as Edmonton Oilers move closer to hiring him]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406445-mike-babcock-cleared-by-nhl-as-edmonton-oilers-move-closer-to-hiring-him]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:10:34 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[The NHL has cleared veteran coach Mike Babcock to return to the league following a review into his brief tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets, paving the way for a potential move to the Edmonton Oilers.The league launched an investigation after reports emerged that the Oilers were considering...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knicks championship parade New York: Everything you need to know]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406431-knicks-championship-parade-new-york-everything-you-need-to-know]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:58:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Knicks championship parade New York: Everything you need to knowThe New York Knicks celebrated their 2026 NBA Championship with a historic ticker-tape parade on June 18.  The event marked the Knicks' first NBA title, since 1973 and their first-ever ticker-tape parade. In the early hours of...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kanye West and Erling Haaland? Unexpected link after World Cup debut stuns fans]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406424-erling-haaland-listens-to-kanye-west-track-amid-the-2026-world-cup]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:27:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Erling Haaland, the Norwegian talisman, has been a scoring machine in his debut at the 2026 World Cup. In the wake of his stunning performance, he put a story on Instagram.Carnival, the song's title read, by none other than Kanye West.
    

The track is part of album Vultures 1 by Ye and Ty...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Messi dominates 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race after stunning hat-trick]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406387-messis-hat-tricks-make-him-lead-the-world-cup-golden-boot-race]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Football's top stars are racing toward clinching the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament enters its second week.Lionel Messi is leading the race with his stunning hat-trick against Algeria. With his three goals, the Argentinian forward has drawn level with Miroslav Klose&rsquo;s...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knicks ticker-tape parade in NYC: Time, route, subway station closures and official fan guide]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406392-knicks-ticker-tape-parade-in-nyc-time-route-subway-station-closures-and-official-fan-guide]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:26:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Knicks ticker-tape parade in NYC: Time, route, subway station closures and official fan guideThe New York Knicks ticker-tape championship parade is set to take place today on June 18, in NYC. The highly-awaited Knicks parade is significant as the team won their first NBA championship in 53 years...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why Justin Gaethje was suspended for 6 months after beating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:38:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Why Justin Gaethje was suspended for 6 months after beating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250At the UFC Freedom 250 held at the White House on June 14, Justin Gaethje made history by securing a massive upset victory over Ilia Topuria to become the undisputed UFC lightweight champion. Gaethje...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Trae Young declines player option and enters free agency: reports]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:56:52 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Washington Wizards guard Trae Young is expected to become an unrestricted free agent after deciding to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, according to Andscape's Marc Spears.Reports suggest Washington remains the leading contender to re-sign the four-time NBA...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Uzbekistan defender Khusanov collides with camera operator in World Cup opener]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406331-uzbekistan-defender-khusanov-collides-with-camera-operator-in-world-cup-opener]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:37:48 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Uzbekistan defender Abdukodir Khusanov was involved in an unusual incident during his country's World Cup opener against Colombia after colliding with a camera operator on the touchline.The incident occurred during the first half of Wednesday's match when the Manchester City defender chased a...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi under betting probe]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406305-world-cup-2026-ivory-coast-s-elye-wahi-under-betting-probe]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast&rsquo;s Elye Wahi under betting probeWorld Cup 2026 player Ivory Coast forward Wahi has been drawn into an ongoing betting investigation.Placing him under scrutiny from authorities reviewing potential links between players and alleged gambling activity, the...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hacker claims to find nightmare loophole inside FIFA's World Cup system]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406260-major-loophole-allegedly-found-in-fifas-world-cup-match-streaming]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:08:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[As the 2026 FIFA World Cup is entering its second week, a cybersecurity researcher claims to have found a key weakness in the organization's digital command center.The researcher used the pseudonym 'Boddahacker.'The bombshell disclosure allegedly revealed that FIFA's system lacks proper...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Messi's sixth World Cup begins with record-breaking hat-trick for Argentina]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406204-messi-s-sixth-world-cup-begins-with-record-breaking-hat-trick-for-argentina]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:02:32 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Lionel Messi added another feat to his remarkable career by becoming the first player to appear in six FIFA World Cups and marking the occasion with a hat-trick in Argentina&rsquo;s 3-0 victory over Algeria.The 38-year-old reached the milestone when he was named in Argentina&rsquo;s starting...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi's $300 million property empire revealed as World Cup begins]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406194-lionel-messis-300-million-property-empire-revealed-as-world-cup-begins]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:18:27 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[As Lionel Messi prepares for his sixth FIFA World Cup, attention is focused on his impressive global property portfolio.According to reports from The New York Post and The Wall Street Journal, the Argentina captain has built a real estate empire estimated to be worth around $300 million, spanning...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Argentina's World Cup star Rodrigo De Paul's love life: from Camila Homs to Tini Stoessel]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:55:39 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul continues to attract attention away from football thanks to his high-profile relationship with Argentine singer and actor Tini Stoessel.Tini, one of Latin America's biggest entertainment stars, first rose to fame on television before building a successful music...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Iraq's Aymen Hussein makes unwanted FIFA World Cup history against Norway]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406192-iraqs-aymen-hussein-makes-unwanted-fifa-world-cup-history-against-norway]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:20:44 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Iraq forward Aymen Hussein entered the FIFA World Cup record books after becoming only the third player to score a goal and an own goal in the same World Cup match.The feat came during Iraq&rsquo;s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Norway in Boston on Wednesday.Aymen gave Iraq a...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why Norway star Erling Haaland uses Braut Haaland on his jersey]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406191-why-norway-star-erling-haaland-uses-braut-haaland-on-his-jersey]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:10:48 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Norway striker Erling Haaland caught the attention of football fans during his FIFA World Cup debut, not only for his performance but also for the name displayed on the back of his shirt.The Manchester City forward scored twice in Norway&rsquo;s Group I match against Iraq on 16 June, helping his...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Iraq star Zidane Iqbal carries Pakistan's hopes into FIFA World Cup history]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406190-iraq-star-zidane-iqbal-carries-pakistans-hopes-into-fifa-world-cup-history]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:50:50 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Iraq midfielder Zidane Iqbal is set to make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by becoming the first player of Pakistani heritage to feature in the men's tournament.According to BBC Sport, the 23-year-old proudly represents both sides of his family heritage by wearing Iraq&rsquo;s flag on one...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Venus Williams, Serena Williams awarded Wimbledon 2026 wildcard]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406146-venus-williams-serena-williams-awarded-wimbledon-2026-wildcard]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Venus Williams, Serena Williams awarded Wimbledon 2026 wildcardTennis superstars Serena Williams and Venus Williams will return to Wimbledon action together after they were handed a wildcard to compete in the women's doubles.The popular American stars will rekindle their doubles partnership at...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Who is Cape Verde star Roberto Lopes recruited on LinkedIn for the FIFA World Cup?]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406033-who-is-cape-verde-star-roberto-lopes-recruited-on-linkedin-for-the-fifa-world-cup]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:35:20 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Dublin-born defender Roberto Lopes is preparing for one of the biggest matches of his career as Cape Verde get ready to face Spain in their historic first FIFA World Cup appearance.The 33-year-old, who once worked as a mortgage adviser in Dublin while playing part-time football for Bohemians, now...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Tunisia fires manager after shocking 5-1 defeat by Sweden]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406032-tunisia-sacks-manager-after-sweden-drubbing]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:35:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Tunisia sacks manager after Sweden drubbingSweden demolished Tunisia with a humiliating 5-1 win on Sunday, leaving the team and fans down.In the wake of a devastating blow at the World Cup, the management reportedly took a significant decision.And that is the sacking of Tunisia's manager, Sabri...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Not all FIFA World Cup security personnel are humans: Here's what that means]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405996-fifa-deploys-robot-dogs-to-patrol-key-stadiums]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:01:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[FIFA deploys robot dogs to patrol key stadiumsAs the World Cup has commenced, a non-human entity has joined the security of a mega-tournament.FIFA and Hyundai have joined hands to deploy a fleet of futuristic robots to manage the flow of the competition.According to multiple reports, Boston...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Dana White rules out future White House UFC events: 'I can't afford it' ]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1406017-dana-white-rules-out-future-white-house-ufc-events-i-cant-afford-it]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:55:21 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[UFC president Dana White says the promotion&rsquo;s historic fight card at the White House was a huge success, but insisted the event will never happen again.Speaking after UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, White said the event exceeded expectations despite costing the company...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Justin Gaethje defeats Ilia Topuria to win Lightweight title at White House UFC Freedom 250]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:06:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Justin Gaethje defeats Ilia Topuria to win Lightweight title at White House UFC Freedom 250Justin Gaethje vs Ilia Topuria fight match took place on Sunday held on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, to celebrate America's 250th anniversary and Donald Trump's 80th birthday. At the UFC...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Real Madrid agree to Marc Cucurella transfer from Chelsea in £43m deal]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405927-real-madrid-agree-to-marc-cucurella-transfer-from-chelsea-in-43m-deal]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:28:21 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Real Madrid have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella in a transfer worth more than &pound;43 million, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.The Spain international is expected to leave Stamford Bridge after four seasons, with reports suggesting he wanted a...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Who is Ben Gannon-Doak, Scotland's new FIFA World Cup hero?]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405926-who-is-ben-gannon-doak-scotland-s-new-fifa-world-cup-hero]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:07:49 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Ben Gannon-Doak emerged as Scotland&rsquo;s standout performer as they returned to the men&rsquo;s World Cup for the first time in 28 years with a hard-fought win over Haiti.The 20-year-old winger produced a brilliant performance in Boston, winning over the Tartan Army with his fearless attacking...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Wild Knicks parade turns into shootings, stabbings and 63 arrests]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405905-mayhem-in-new-york-after-the-knicks-won-for-the-first-time-in-50-years]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:08:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[The New York Knicks, after a drought of over 50 years, clinched a victory in the NBA Finals.Though winning the match swooned the fans, the celebration quickly spiralled out of hand in NYC.Swarms of fans flooded the streets, and with them came chaos.At least 63 people, according to the NYPD, were...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lewis Hamilton wins first Ferrari F1 race at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405918-lewis-hamilton-wins-first-ferrari-f1-race-at-barcelona-catalunya-grand-prix]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:40:33 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory since joining Ferrari with a major win at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Sunday.The seven-time Formula 1 world champion secured the 106th victory of his career after using fresher tyres and Ferrari&rsquo;s pit strategy to move past George Russell.The...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Donna Vekic defeats Emma Raducanu to win Queen's title]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405914-donna-vekic-defeats-emma-raducanu-to-win-queens-title]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:50:56 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Emma Raducanu&rsquo;s wait for a first title since her 2021 US Open triumph continued after she was beaten by Croatia&rsquo;s Donna Vekic in the Queen&rsquo;s Club final.The British number one lost 6-0 7-6  in London on Sunday as Vekic claimed the title after entering the tournament on luck...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Qatar earns first-ever World Cup point with 94th-minute draw]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405859-qatar-earns-first-ever-world-cup-point-with-94th-minute-draw]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:38:45 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Qatar earns first-ever World Cup point with 94th-minute drawIn a remarkable feat, Qatar made sporting history during its participation in the World Cup at the weekend as it secured its first-ever point in the World Cup after clinching an equalising goal in the 94th minute against Switzerland to...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[New York Knicks defeat Spurs in Game 5 to secure first NBA championship in over 50 years]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405848-new-york-knicks-defeat-spurs-in-game-5-to-secure-first-nba-championship-in-over-50-years]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:29:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[New York Knicks defeat Spurs in Game 5 to secure first NBA championship in over 50 yearsThe New York Knicks have remarkably won the National Basketball Association for the first time in over 50 years, sparking euphoric celebrations among the fanbase last night. On Saturday night, the Knicks...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Former San Francisco 49ers player Aldon Smith passes away at 36]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1405841-former-san-francisco-49ers-player-aldon-smith-passes-away-at-36]]></link>
			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:49:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[Former San Francisco 49ers player Aldon Smith passes away at 36Aldon Smith, a former first-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers, has passed away at the age of 36 on Saturday, June 13.Smith&rsquo;s team announced the devastating news of his passing in a statement that reads, "We are devastated by...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mystery deepens after body found near Iran World Cup team training site in Mexico]]></title>
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                				<![CDATA[Mystery deepens after body found near Iran World Cup team training site in MexicoOn Friday, Mexican authorities reportedly discovered a decomposing body in the trunk of a vehicle parked near the stadium, where Iranian teams have been training ahead of the World Cup.This incident took place...]]>
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			<title><![CDATA[FIFA faces backlash in Toronto over Israel ties ahead of Canada World Cup match]]></title>
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			<pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:38:00 +0500]]></pubDate>
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                				<![CDATA[FIFA faces backlash in Toronto over Israel ties ahead of Canada World Cup matchOn Friday, protestors unrolled a massive red banner on top of a World Cup logo sign adjacent to a major highway  in Toronto, protesting FIFA&rsquo;s ties with Israel, just hours before Canada&rsquo;s first game. While...]]>
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