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Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman said she now feels okay about taking breaks from exercise when she needs to. She shared this during an interview on the show "Healthful" with Norah O'Donnell.
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Aly Raisman won Olympic gold medals in gymnastics.
She has retired from professional gymnastics.
Raisman said she enjoys being able to skip workouts sometimes.
She no longer feels guilty about resting her body.
The interview took place on the show called "Healthful."
Norah O'Donnell conducted the interview.
This reflects a change from the strict training required when she was competing.
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Andoni Iraola became Liverpool’s head coach this season, replacing Arne Slot after one year. Iraola is focusing on intense training, adapting schedules, and working closely with his coaching team and Liverpool’s academy to improve the team’s performance.
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Iraola signed a two-year deal with Liverpool in the summer.
Liverpool's performance under Iraola is currently six points worse than last season at the same time.
Liverpool remains unbeaten under Iraola's leadership so far this season.
Iraola was previously the coach of Bournemouth and Rayo Vallecano.
He is very involved in daily training, often preparing sessions himself.
Iraola relies on a coaching team including Tommy Elphick, Shaun Cooper, and Pablo de la Torre.
Training times are adjusted based on match schedules, differing from the previous coach's fixed schedule.
Liverpool's first team shares play principles closely with the Under-21 team coached by Rob Page.
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Noahkai Banks, a young soccer defender with both American and German citizenship, has decided to play for Germany instead of the United States. He was recently named to Germany’s Under-21 team for important European Championship qualifying games.
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Noahkai Banks is 19 years old and has both American and German parents.
He has played for US youth soccer teams, including the U-17 World Cup in 2023.
Banks must file a one-time switch with FIFA to officially play for Germany since he played in official US competitions.
Germany’s U-21 coach Antonio Di Salvo confirmed Banks and another player chose to represent Germany.
Banks played 23 league games last season for German club FC Augsburg and is a regular starter this season.
US national team coach Mauricio Pochettino called Banks for friendlies in 2025, but Banks did not play.
Banks declined a US national team call-up in March 2026, the last before the 2026 World Cup.
The US team still hoped Banks might be part of their World Cup squad due to shortages at the defender position.
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The 2026 Asian Games will take place in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya from September 19 to October 4, with more than 11,000 athletes from 45 countries competing in 43 sports. The event features new sports and uses a mix of hotels, a cruise ship, and temporary huts for athlete accommodations due to a shortage of housing options.
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The 2026 Asian Games are officially called Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
Competitions run from September 19 to October 4, with some sports starting earlier.
Over 11,000 athletes from 45 countries will participate.
There are 43 sports, including six making their debut: surfing, freestyle BMX, mixed martial arts, padel, teqball, and virtual taekwondo.
Events will be held at 54 venues, some from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The opening ceremony will happen at Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya.
Instead of a traditional athletes’ village, participants will stay in hotels, wooden huts, and an Italian cruise ship named Costa Serena.
Nagoya has faced challenges with accommodation shortages and severe weather, including flooding and a typhoon warning, but athletes remain safe.
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Oxford United football club apologized after selling clothing with "United 93" printed on the back, unintentionally referencing the flight hijacked during the 9/11 attacks. The club withdrew the clothing and said it would improve its approval checks to avoid similar mistakes.
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Oxford United released clothing featuring "United 93," intended to reference their founding year, 1893.
"United 93" is the call sign of the plane hijacked on September 11, 2001, which crashed in Pennsylvania.
The club apologized, saying they did not understand the historical meaning before selling the clothing.
The clothing line was immediately removed from sale.
Oxford United was originally founded as Headington in 1893 and now plays in League One, the third level of English football.
The 9/11 attacks involved four hijacked planes and killed nearly 3,000 people.
The club promised to review its approval process to prevent future errors like this.
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Marseille lost 4-1 to Besiktas in their first Europa League match, marking their fourth loss in a row. Other Europa League games saw Juventus win 5-0, Crystal Palace win 4-0, and Bournemouth win 2-1.
Key Facts
Marseille was defeated 4-1 by Besiktas in Istanbul in the Europa League.
This was Marseille’s fourth straight loss in all competitions.
Juventus started their European games with a 5-0 win over N.E.C. Nijmegen.
Crystal Palace beat Lech Poznan 4-0, and Bournemouth won 2-1 at Real Sociedad.
Portuguese team Torreense upset Lillestrom by winning 2-1.
Manchester City won 5-0 against Norwich in the League Cup with younger players scoring goals.
Algeria and Morocco announced squads for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
France will play Canada in the Davis Cup tennis tournament in Quebec.
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New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was knocked unconscious after a collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Young was taken to the hospital for tests that showed no serious injury but he still has concussion symptoms.
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Jared Young was hit in the head by Nolan McLean’s knee during a play at first base.
Young lost consciousness and was taken off the field on a cart.
A CT scan showed no serious brain injury.
Young has concussion symptoms but full movement in his arms and legs.
Mets manager Andy Green described the collision as a scary moment.
Nolan McLean stayed in the game briefly after the collision before being replaced.
Young is in his first full major league season and has played well this year.
Teammates and players from both teams showed concern after the incident.
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Spain’s national soccer coach Luis de la Fuente announced the team’s Nations League squad from Ceuta, a Spanish city facing a recent migration crisis. The announcement aimed to show support for Ceuta, where thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco in July, causing humanitarian and security challenges.
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Luis de la Fuente revealed Spain’s Nations League squad in Ceuta, a Spanish exclave in northern Africa.
Over 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in late July, with more than 100 deaths during the crossing.
Most migrants returned, but a few thousand remain in Ceuta, a city with around 80,000 residents.
Spain will play England, Croatia, and the Czech Republic in the upcoming Nations League matches.
The squad is similar to the World Cup team, with a few changes due to injury and retirement.
Ceuta is one of two Spanish territories in North Africa, held since 1580, with a mixed population living near a border fence.
Some Real Madrid players faced criticism for not fully showing a T-shirt supporting Ceuta during a recent game.
Spain’s players will wear two stars on their shirts to celebrate their second World Cup win.
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At a football game in Orchard Park, New York, fans sang both the American and Canadian national anthems. The Buffalo Bills played the Canadian anthem to honor their Canadian fans despite trade tensions between the US and Canada.
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The game was between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions.
It took place in Orchard Park, New York, near the US-Canada border.
Both the US and Canadian anthems were played before the match.
Buffalo Bills chose to recognize their Canadian fans by playing their anthem.
There are current trade tensions between the US and Canada involving tariffs.
President Donald Trump has criticized Canada for trade issues.
Trump has expressed wanting Canada to become the 51st US state.
Fans were interviewed about the meaning of playing the anthems before the game.
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The Buffalo Bills will start Week 2 of the NFL season by playing their first home game in their new stadium on Thursday night. The game marks an important event for the team and its fans as they begin playing in the updated venue.
Key Facts
The NFL season is in its second week.
The Buffalo Bills have a new stadium.
Their Week 2 game is the first they will play at home in this new stadium.
The game takes place on a Thursday night.
CBS Sports analyst Mike Renner provided more information about the game.
CBS News covered this sports event.
The new stadium offers the Bills a fresh home field for their games.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in the first Portugal squad chosen by new coach Jorge Jesus. This ends questions about whether the 41-year-old forward would retire from international football after the World Cup.
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Jorge Jesus is the new Portugal coach, replacing Roberto Martinez who left after the World Cup.
Ronaldo is part of a 25-player squad for four Nations League games from September 24 to October 4.
Ronaldo has scored 146 goals in 233 games for Portugal.
Ronaldo nearly retired from international football after Portugal lost to Spain in the World Cup round of 16.
Ronaldo turned 41 and will be 42 before next summer’s Nations League finals.
Other notable players in the squad include Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias, and Pedro Neto.
Portugal’s Nations League matches include games against Wales, Norway, and Denmark.
Jorge Jesus and Ronaldo worked together last season at Al-Nassr club, winning the Saudi Pro League.
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A video featuring actress Sydney Sweeney in a sports-themed betting advert sparked a strong reaction online. Many female athletes responded by sharing clips showing the real hard work and strength in women’s sports to challenge the portrayal. The debate highlights ongoing tensions around how women athletes are seen and represented.
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Sydney Sweeney appeared in a controversial 40-second advert related to sports betting.
The advert showed Sweeney posing with sports equipment in a way some viewers found provocative or outdated.
Female athletes and fans posted videos displaying real athletic effort and skill to counter the advert’s message.
The backlash sparked wide discussion about women’s bodies and the portrayal of female athletes.
Critics see the advert as a throwback to old-fashioned, sexualized views of women in sports.
Supporters say women athletes should be recognized for both their strength and physicality.
The conversation reflects a larger cultural debate on respect, representation, and the commercial use of women in sport.
The article suggests focusing on the achievements in women’s sports rather than on controversy over appearances.
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Before a hockey match at the Asian Games, the North Korean national anthem was played by mistake instead of South Korea’s anthem. The stadium announcer apologized, and South Korea won the game 5-0.
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The mistake happened at the Green Stadium in Gifu, Japan.
South Korean players were confused when the wrong anthem played.
The announcer quickly apologized for playing the North Korean anthem instead of South Korea’s.
North Korea’s anthem is banned in South Korea due to ongoing tensions since the Korean War.
The Korean War ended with a ceasefire, so the two countries are still technically at war.
The Asian Games organizing committee did not immediately respond to the mistake.
South Korea’s teams have reported other problems at the games, including small rooms for basketball players and transport issues for the men’s football team.
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England's head coach Thomas Tuchel has recalled Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer to the national team for upcoming Nations League matches after leaving them out of the World Cup squad. Tuchel said the players must perform well to keep their place in the team and highlighted competition for positions.
Key Facts
Trent Alexander-Arnold (Real Madrid) and Cole Palmer (Chelsea) were left out of England's World Cup squad but are now called back.
Both players had a good start to the current club season, with Palmer scoring four goals and assisting twice in six games.
Alexander-Arnold has played five times for Real Madrid this season and recently featured as a midfielder in a Champions League match.
Tuchel said Alexander-Arnold will play as a right-back for England despite some club appearances in midfield.
The coach emphasized that players must prove themselves to stay on the team by performing well in training and games.
Other recalled players include Alex Scott, Rio Ngumoha, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Some regulars like Phil Foden, Dean Henderson, and Harry Maguire were not selected due to injuries or coach’s decisions.
England will play Spain, Czech Republic, and Croatia in the upcoming Nations League games.
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Wheelchair tennis is marking 50 years since it started, with professional players from different countries competing this week in the World Team Cup in Orlando. The sport is becoming more popular as more people watch and play it.
Key Facts
Wheelchair tennis began 50 years ago.
The World Team Cup is happening this week at the U.S. Tennis Association’s National Campus in Orlando.
Professional players represent their countries in this competition.
The event is part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of wheelchair tennis.
The sport is growing in popularity around the world.
Amna Nawaz reports on this story as part of a series about sports culture called CANVAS.
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This news article is a sports quiz featuring questions about recent and upcoming sports events, records, and notable facts from football (soccer), cricket, American football, Formula One, tennis, golf, and cycling. It covers clubs and players, new sports venues, and historical moments in different competitions.
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Spurs and Coventry have not scored any goals in the Premier League this season so far.
Leicestershire cricket team faces relegation after a penalty linked to damaged pitch conditions blamed on a local event.
The Arizona State vs. Kansas college football game will have unique features, including an unusual kickoff time to accommodate players' exams.
Formula One introduced a new circuit in Spain, but drivers complained about difficulties overtaking on the track.
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in the US Open tennis final, continuing a wait for an American man to win a grand slam.
The Laver Cup tennis event features teams from the USA and Europe.
The 2032 Olympic rowing event will take place on the Fitzroy River, far from Brisbane, which is notable because of the location and conditions.
The article includes questions about recent sports records, awards, and important milestones in various sports leagues and events.
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Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been added back to England’s national soccer team after being left out of the World Cup squad. England will compete in the upcoming Nations League games against Spain, Croatia, and the Czech Republic.
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Cole Palmer (Chelsea) and Trent Alexander-Arnold (Real Madrid) were initially not selected for England’s World Cup team but are now recalled.
Other notable players left out of the World Cup team, like Phil Foden, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw, are still not included in the Nations League squad.
The Nations League games will include matches against Spain, Croatia, and two games versus the Czech Republic.
England finished third at the World Cup, their best result since winning it in 1966.
Thomas Tuchel is the England team coach who faced criticism over the semifinal loss to Argentina.
The squad includes young players like 18-year-old forward Rio Ngumoha (Liverpool) and midfielder Alex Scott (Bournemouth).
The full Nations League squad has 3 goalkeepers, 10 defenders, 6 midfielders, and 8 forwards.
Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) leads the forwards in the England squad.
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The University of North Carolina (UNC) has faced issues with employees hired by football coach Bill Belichick after investigations found some staff members did not meet university standards. Although UNC removed certain individuals, including defensive coordinator Steve Belichick and general manager Michael Lombardi, the university still supports Bill Belichick and says the problems are isolated, not system-wide.
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UNC hired Bill Belichick to redesign its football program with an NFL-style approach.
Steve Belichick, Bill's son, served as defensive coordinator but is leaving due to conduct issues.
Michael Lombardi, general manager and a longtime Belichick associate, has already left.
UNC investigated and found no widespread problems in the football program.
Bill Belichick remains in charge and publicly supported by the university.
Bill Belichick acknowledged responsibility for ensuring proper conduct.
The departures are seen as the university addressing isolated personnel problems.
UNC’s football team started the season with two wins, which may support claims that the issues are not systemic.
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The Fitzroy River in Queensland, Australia, has been approved as the venue for rowing and canoe sprint events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Despite having around 500 saltwater crocodiles, safety was not the main concern; the biggest issue was ensuring fair competition because of the river’s natural bends and currents.
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The Fitzroy River runs through Rockhampton, Queensland, and is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles.
No crocodile attacks on humans have been recorded in the river in over 40 years.
The river was recently passed in a technical assessment confirming it is safe and fair for Olympic rowing events.
Concerns were raised about fairness due to the river’s natural bends, currents, and possible flooding.
Some athletes and officials questioned the location because it is 600 km away from Brisbane, the main Olympic city.
Queensland’s premier criticized critics as being unwilling to hold the events in regional areas.
World Rowing and the International Olympic Committee gave the final approval after reviewing engineering and weather data.
The sport’s governing bodies expressed confidence that fair competition is possible on the Fitzroy River during the Games.
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Canada’s women’s rugby captain, Sophie de Goede, says she still struggles to sleep months after losing the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final to England. Canada will face England again soon in a series of matches seen as important preparation for the 2029 World Cup.
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Canada lost to England 33-13 in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup final.
Sophie de Goede, Canada’s captain, has trouble sleeping four to five nights a week, thinking about that final match.
Canada’s head coach Kevin Rouet says the focus is on future games, not revenge.
England and Canada will play multiple games soon, including matches in Exeter, Toronto, and Ottawa.
England’s head coach John Mitchell calls these games an "audition" for the 2029 World Cup.
The Premier 15s Women’s Rugby (PWR) league in England is used by Canada to develop players since Canada lacks a top domestic league.
There are 25 Canadian players currently playing in the English PWR league.
England Rugby plans to increase playing time for English-qualified players to improve their skills and chances to join the national team.
Changes from the 2027-28 season will limit injury credits and eligibility rules to encourage playing development within England’s system.
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