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DR Congo vs Equatorial Guinea: 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying gets under way
On Thursday, September 24, DR Congo host Equatorial Guinea at Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa in the opening matchday of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.
3 avoti · 46 min ago
Ralfs Vilcāns to return before Latvian boxing fans in October
On 17 October, the next 'King Of Kings' fight show at Xiaomi Arena will feature Ralfs Vilcāns, whose opponent has yet to be confirmed.
Sportacentrs · 52 min ago
Should football fans be allowed to drink alcohol in the stands? UK debate reignites
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has voiced support for scrapping the ban on football fans drinking alcohol within view of the pitch, reigniting a long-running and divisive debate.
BBC Sport · 1 h ago
Sri Lanka's world number one javelin thrower eyes Asian Games gold to crown historic season
Sri Lankan javelin thrower Rumesh, currently ranked world number one, hopes to win gold at the Asian Games, which would cap what is described as an unprecedented season for him.
Al Jazeera · 1 h ago
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Ronalds Ķēniņš returns to Latvian hockey after long absence
Forward Ronalds Ķēniņš, who played just nine games over the past two seasons, has signed with OHL club "Mogo"/RSU, continuing his career in his home country.
Apollo.lv · 1 h ago
Vieira era begins for Senegal with clash against Mozambique in AFCON 2027 qualifying
On Friday, 25 September, Senegal play their first match under new coach Patrick Vieira, facing Mozambique in the opening round of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, part of a wider kickoff for Groups J-L that also features Nigeria and Mali.
4 avoti · 2 h ago
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Fury vs Joshua – long-awaited duel set for Cardiff
British heavyweight boxing stars Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will meet in the ring in Cardiff, Wales, on December 11, BBC reports.
TVNET · 2 h ago
Helmanis's Boca Juniors squander lead, will face Vilnius Rytas in semifinal
Latvian player Kristers Helmanis and Argentina's Boca Juniors lost to the NBA G League united team, meaning they will face Vilnius Rytas in the tournament semifinal.
Sportacentrs · 2 h ago
Is the Premier League's 'Bermuda Triangle' theory really true?
A viral social media theory claims Brighton, Bournemouth and Brentford routinely take points from the 'big six', but statistics show this holds mainly for Brighton and partly Bournemouth, while Brentford's record is far weaker.
BBC Sport · 2 h ago
South Korea vs Ecuador: Son captains as Moreno makes debut in Suwon
South Korea hosted Ecuador in a friendly at Suwon World Cup Stadium, marking new coach Roberto Moreno's first match and Son Heung-min's return as captain after the 2026 World Cup. Detailed match statistics were reported, but the final score was not stated in the sources.
3 avoti · 3 h ago
Fury vs Joshua set for 11 December in Cardiff
British heavyweight rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will finally meet in the ring on 11 December at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, with the fight streamed worldwide on Netflix.
BBC England · 3 h ago
OHL leaders Mogo/RSU sign veteran forward Ronalds Ķēniņš, 11-time world championship player
League-leading Optibet Hockey League club Mogo/RSU has added veteran Latvian national team forward Ronalds Ķēniņš to its roster. The team currently tops the standings after five games with nine points.
Sportacentrs · 3 h ago
'Eala Mania' Hits Singapore as Filipino Tennis Star Draws Huge Crowds
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala drew massive crowds in Singapore ahead of her Singapore Tennis Open match, as the "Eala Mania" phenomenon that followed her through Washington, Toronto and New York reached the city-state.
Gulf News · 3 h ago
Fury vs. Joshua fight finally confirmed for December
After years of anticipation, Britain's top heavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will finally face each other in the ring on December 11 in Cardiff, with the bout streaming on Netflix.
Jauns.lv · 3 h ago
Shapovalov vs. Griekspoor: third meeting at ATP Chengdu as predictions diverge
Canada's Denis Shapovalov faces the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor in a first-round match at the ATP Chengdu 250 event on Thursday, September 24 — their third career meeting, with experts and statistical models split on the outcome.
3 avoti · 6 h ago
Latvia to skip Sidecar Nations Cup but field a quad bike team
Latvia's motorsport team will again sit out this year's Sidecar Nations Cup but will compete in the quad bike class, where fellow Baltic state Estonia is also entered.
Sportacentrs · 6 h ago
How Manchester City rebuilt their squad using a 650,000-player database
Manchester City rely on a database of 650,000 footballers and detailed data models to guide player signings and sales, having overhauled almost their entire squad since winning the Treble in 2023.
BBC Sport · 6 h ago
South Africa and Australia open ODI series in Durban ahead of Test showdown
South Africa and Australia began a three-match ODI series in Durban on Tuesday, serving as preparation for October's Test series and the 2027 World Cup, with both sides missing several key players.
2 avoti · 7 h ago
South Africa v Australia: three-match ODI series under way in Durban
South Africa and Australia began a three-match ODI series at Kingsmead in Durban, the opening leg of a six-match tour that also builds towards next year's Cricket World Cup. Australia won the toss and chose to bowl first.
2 avoti · 8 h ago
BBC Sport publishes its weekly sports quiz
BBC Sport has released its regular weekly quiz, inviting readers to test how closely they followed sporting events over the past seven days.
BBC Sport · 8 h ago
Latvia's Volleyball Team Achieves Progress and Main Goal at European Championship
Latvia's volleyball national team achieved its main goal of advancing past the group stage at the European Championship, eventually losing in the round of 16 to world number one Poland. The team finished 15th among 24 participating nations.
LSM (rus) · 8 h ago
Balinskis embraces fatherhood as Panthers coach praises Vilmanis' progress
Latvian defenseman Elvis Balinskis has spoken about becoming a father, while Florida Panthers head coach praised fellow Latvian Sandis Vilmanis for his progress at training camp.
Sportacentrs · 8 h ago
Asian Games 2026: Hong Kong, China take on Malaysia in cricket clash
In the second match of the 2026 Asian Games men's T20I cricket competition, Hong Kong, China face Malaysia at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan; during the game Malaysia were chasing in the second innings, despite Hong Kong being tipped as favourites beforehand.
2 avoti · 9 h ago
Latvia to host first-ever BMX World Championship in 2030
Latvia has been awarded the right to host the 2030 BMX cycling World Championship, marking the first time a Baltic state has secured such an event. The competition is planned for Valmiera.
Sportacentrs · 9 h ago
Two widows share husbands' suicide stories to push for change in sport
The wives of former Liverpool Women manager Matt Beard and former England cricketer Graham Thorpe met for the first time to discuss their husbands' mental health struggles after losing their jobs, backing a new suicide prevention initiative in sport.
BBC Sport · 10 h ago
Latvia to host the 2030 BMX Cycling World Championships
Latvia has been awarded the right to host the 2030 UCI BMX Cycling World Championships, becoming the first Baltic country to hold a UCI world championship. The event will take place in Valmiera.
Jauns.lv · 10 h ago
Wings Claim Victory in Seattle, Laksa Scoreless for Second Straight Game
The Dallas Wings beat the Seattle Storm 103:91, closing out their regular season with a club-record 27 wins. Latvian player Laksa again failed to score.
Sportacentrs · 11 h ago
Sounders host Real Salt Lake as both sides seek to end lengthy winless runs
Seattle Sounders host Real Salt Lake on Wednesday at Lumen Field, with both teams desperate to snap lengthy winless streaks and keep their fading playoff hopes alive.
2 avoti · 12 h ago
Bļugers scores into empty net as Toronto beats Ottawa in both preseason games
Toronto Maple Leafs, fielding two separate rosters, defeated Ottawa Senators in both of their final NHL preseason games, with Latvian forward Teodors Bļugers scoring into an empty net in one of the matches.
Sportacentrs · 12 h ago
Tennis player Alexandra Eala delights fans in Singapore
World No. 18 Alexandra Eala met with fans on Wednesday at a tournament in Singapore, receiving strong support from attendees. The encounter was captured on video and shared by the player herself.
Sportacentrs · 13 h ago