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Jovo Lukic scored a goal to give Bosnia the lead against Canada in their first game of Group B at the 2026 World Cup. The match took place at the Toronto Stadium, one of the venues hosting the tournament.
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Jovo Lukic scored for Bosnia in the match against Canada.
The game was part of Group B in the 2026 World Cup.
Canada is one of the host countries for the 2026 World Cup.
The match was held at Toronto Stadium.
The article was published shortly after the game started.
Video content about the World Cup is available mainly to UK users.
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The San Antonio Spurs lost Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals to the New York Knicks after leading by 29 points. Spurs star Victor Wembanyama expressed confidence that his team can still win the series despite being down 3-1.
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The Spurs led Game 4 by as much as 29 points but lost 107-106.
The Knicks completed the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history in this game.
Victor Wembanyama missed key free throws late in the game.
Wembanyama encouraged the team to focus on winning one game at a time.
If the Spurs come back from a 3-1 series deficit, they will be only the second team to do so in NBA Finals history.
The Spurs will play Game 5 at home in San Antonio.
Wembanyama said the team is over the disappointment and ready to keep competing.
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The New York Knicks are close to winning their first NBA championship since 1973 after a big comeback win in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson scored 36 points and is staying focused with the same mindset despite being one win away from the title.
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The Knicks came back from a 29-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4.
The Knicks now lead the NBA Finals series 3-1 against the Spurs.
Jalen Brunson scored 36 points in Game 4 and averages nearly 30 points per game in the Finals.
Brunson maintains a "0-0" mindset, meaning he stays focused as if the series were tied.
OG Anunoby scored 33 points, hitting many three-pointers and made the game-winning basket in Game 4.
The Knicks had a 13-game winning streak in the playoffs.
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
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The 2026 World Cup started in Canada with a special opening ceremony featuring Canadian singers Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé. Fans from Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and other countries gathered excitedly to watch the games being held in Canada, the US, and Mexico.
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The World Cup opening ceremony in Toronto included performances by Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, and other Canadian artists.
Fans wore red and sang the Canadian national anthem as they entered Toronto Stadium.
The first match in Canada was between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The tournament started a day earlier in Mexico City with an opening ceremony featuring Shakira and Burna Boy.
The US opening match in Los Angeles will feature performances by Katy Perry, Future, and other popular artists.
The 2026 World Cup is hosted by Canada, the US, and Mexico, with 48 teams competing, the largest number ever.
Some leaders, including US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, did not attend their countries’ opening matches.
Mexico’s president skipped her country’s first game to protest the high price of tickets.
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The New York Knicks are close to winning the NBA title, leading 3-1 in the Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Before Game 5, Knicks player Jalen Brunson thanked fans for their strong support during the playoffs, especially at away games.
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The Knicks lead the NBA Finals series 3-1 against the Spurs.
Game 5 will be played at the Spurs' home arena in San Antonio.
Knicks fans have traveled well and cheered loudly at every away game.
Jalen Brunson said he is very grateful for the fans’ support.
Brunson has scored an average of 29.5 points per game in the Finals.
In Game 4, Brunson scored 36 points, helping the Knicks come back from a 29-point deficit.
The Knicks are aiming to win their first NBA title since 1973.
Game 5 is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
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The New York Knicks made a big comeback to win Game 4 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, overcoming a 29-point deficit. Knicks player Josh Hart said the team wants to avoid falling behind early in the next game, Game 5, which could clinch the championship for them.
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The Knicks won Game 4 with a score of 107-106 against the Spurs.
The Spurs set an NBA Finals record by making 14 three-point shots in the first half.
The Knicks were down by 27 points at halftime but scored 77 points in the second half.
Josh Hart scored 6 points, with 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals in Game 4.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks in scoring with 36 points.
OG Anunoby scored 33 points, his highest in the playoffs.
The Knicks lead the series 3-1 and need one more win to secure their first NBA title since 1973.
Game 5 is scheduled for Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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The San Antonio Spurs held large leads in the first four games of the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks but now trail the series 3-1. Despite having the most minutes leading for a team down 3-1 in Finals history, the Spurs have lost twice after big second-half leads.
Key Facts
The Spurs were supposed to host Game 5 after evening the series 2-2.
In Game 4, the Spurs led by as many as 29 points but lost the game.
The Knicks made the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4.
Spurs have led a total of 133 minutes in the series, the most for a team down 3-1 in Finals history.
The Spurs have blown two of the five biggest second-half leads in NBA Finals history (29 points in Game 4, 14 points in Game 1).
The Spurs held a double-digit lead and had the lead in the last two minutes of each of the first four games.
The Knicks now have a 3-1 series lead and are favored to win one of the next three games due to experience and strong performance.
The Spurs still have a chance to make a rare comeback from a 3-1 Finals deficit.
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Soccer player Clint Dempsey responded strongly to comments made by Jesse Marsch, a former assistant coach for the U.S. national team. Marsch said that some American players needed help to sing the national anthem before games, and Dempsey criticized this view.
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Clint Dempsey is a well-known former U.S. soccer player.
Jesse Marsch used to be an assistant coach for the U.S. national soccer team.
Marsch said some players might need encouragement to sing the U.S. anthem before matches.
Dempsey disagreed and expressed his opinion publicly.
The conversation took place ahead of soccer games involving American players.
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The New York Knicks are close to winning their first NBA title since 1973, leading the Finals series 3-1 against the San Antonio Spurs. Spurs player De'Aaron Fox commented on Knicks fans buying tickets for Game 5, saying he understands it but believes it won’t affect the game.
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The Knicks have a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals against the Spurs.
The Knicks can win the championship by winning Game 5 at the Spurs' home arena.
Knicks fans have traveled well and brought loud support to away games.
Spurs player De'Aaron Fox said he is not upset about Spurs fans selling tickets to Knicks fans.
Fox believes the presence of Knicks fans won’t change what happens during the game.
The Spurs lost a big lead in Game 4 and narrowly lost in an exciting finish.
Game 5 is scheduled to start at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
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Victor Wembanyama, a player for the San Antonio Spurs, spoke about fans throwing objects, possibly an egg, at him in New York after a New York Knicks victory in the NBA Finals. Despite the hostile behavior from some fans, Wembanyama said it did not bother him as the teams prepare for the next critical game.
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The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals after overcoming a 29-point deficit.
Some Knicks fans rioted, attacked Spurs fans, and threw objects at Victor Wembanyama outside in New York City.
A video showed Wembanyama being hit by a small object, believed to be an egg, while leaving for his hotel.
Wembanyama downplayed the incident, saying it did not bother him much.
Knicks fans also surrounded the Spurs team bus, raising safety concerns.
There was controversy over Wembanyama’s aggressive shove on Knicks player Jalen Brunson, which was not called a foul.
The teams have a break before Game 5 in San Antonio, where no similar fan incidents have been reported.
The Spurs face elimination in Game 5, which is crucial for their chance to stay in the NBA Finals.
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Shohei Ohtani did not play for the Dodgers in their game against the White Sox on Friday. This happened one day after he left a game early due to inflammation in his left knee.
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Shohei Ohtani is a two-way player, meaning he both pitches and hits.
He was taken out of a game in Pittsburgh because of left knee inflammation.
Ohtani did not appear in the Dodgers' lineup for the next game against the White Sox.
The decision was made on Friday for the series opener.
The injury involves inflammation, which means swelling and irritation in the knee area.
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Carlos Bocanegra, a former captain of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team, talked about the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup match between the United States and Paraguay. He described the game as "intense" and shared advice for players to help them perform well.
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Carlos Bocanegra played in two FIFA World Cup tournaments for the U.S.
He was the captain of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team.
Bocanegra described the U.S. vs. Paraguay match in the 2026 World Cup as intense.
He gave tips and routines that helped him succeed as a player.
The coverage is from CBS News and includes video content.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted partly by the United States.
This match is expected to draw strong interest from soccer fans.
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England's manager Thomas Tuchel is likely to start Jude Bellingham in the key No. 10 role for their opening World Cup match against Croatia. The expected starting lineup may include John Stones and Ezri Konsa in central defense, while Bukayo Saka's fitness is still being managed due to a recent injury.
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Tuchel mentioned having 14 or 15 players in mind for England's World Cup opener.
Jude Bellingham appears set to start ahead of Morgan Rogers in the attacking midfield role.
England won their final warm-up match 3-0 against Costa Rica with a similar lineup expected to start the tournament.
Central defenders John Stones and Ezri Konsa are likely to start instead of Marc Guehi.
Guehi was previously considered first-choice but Tuchel prefers more physical defenders.
Bukayo Saka is recovering from a leg muscle issue and may be managed during the tournament.
Noni Madueke started in a recent game and could play to give Saka time to recover.
Tuchel aims to balance fitness and team strength when picking his starting players.
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De'Aaron Fox made several mistakes late in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, which the New York Knicks used to come back and win 107-106 against the San Antonio Spurs. Fox talked about the criticism he received after the game and said the team is trying to learn from their errors and move forward.
Key Facts
Game 4 ended with the Knicks winning 107-106 after erasing a 29-point Spurs lead.
De'Aaron Fox, the Spurs’ point guard, made multiple turnovers in the final minutes.
Fox attempted a contested layup late in the game, but his shot was blocked by Knicks player OG Anunoby.
The Knicks’ comeback was the largest in NBA Finals history.
Fox addressed criticism in a media interview, saying he cannot change what happened and wants to move on.
The Spurs now need to win the next three games to win the NBA title.
Game 5 will take place on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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Michael Olise, a French soccer player, explained the meaning behind his Japanese tattoo before the World Cup. The tattoo represents "kaizen," a Japanese idea about improving a little every day, which Olise says inspires his playing.
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Michael Olise is a 25-year-old soccer player for France and Bayern Munich.
He has played two strong seasons in the German Bundesliga and won the Player of the Year award narrowly over teammate Harry Kane.
Olise scored three goals in a recent match against Northern Ireland before the World Cup.
He has a tattoo on his ankle with Japanese kanji characters.
The tattoo means "kaizen," a philosophy about continuous, small improvements.
Olise first heard about "kaizen" from a coach at Crystal Palace, his former English club.
France aims to win a third straight World Cup and will play against Senegal in the group stage.
Olise is seen as one of the promising new stars in European soccer.
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The New York Knicks made the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson showed confidence in De'Aaron Fox, despite Fox’s late-game mistake, and said Fox will have the ball in Game 5, which the Spurs must win to stay in the series.
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The Knicks overcame a 29-point deficit to win Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
De'Aaron Fox of the Spurs made a key error in the final seconds when his layup was blocked by OG Anunoby.
Coach Mitch Johnson supports Fox and trusts him to perform well in Game 5.
Fox averaged 14.3 points and 6.3 assists during the first four games of the series.
Knicks lead the NBA Finals series 3-1 and need one more win to secure the championship.
Game 5 will take place at the Spurs’ home court on Saturday night at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Fox is one of the Spurs' main scorers and has been aggressive and dependable this season.
OG Anunoby scored the winning basket after blocking Fox in Game 4.
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FOX spent nearly $500 million to broadcast the 2026 World Cup in the U.S., but their first day had several problems, including missing parts of the opening ceremony and game due to commercials. While the new commentator team received praise, former U.S. player Alexi Lalas faced criticism on social media.
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FOX paid almost $500 million for the U.S. rights to the 2026 World Cup.
They did not show the opening ceremony live from Mexico City, upsetting fans.
The broadcast missed part of a game during a hydration break because commercials ran too long.
The new commentary team includes Rebecca Lowe, Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimović, and Alexi Lalas.
Fans liked the first three commentators for their experience and knowledge.
Alexi Lalas, a former U.S. defender and long-time soccer commentator, was criticized by many on social media.
The first 2026 World Cup game in the U.S. features the U.S. against Paraguay in Los Angeles.
The last U.S.-hosted World Cup game was in 1994, when Brazil beat Italy in a penalty shootout.
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NBA legend Magic Johnson expressed optimism about the future of the NBA as current stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant near the end of their careers. He praised the New York Knicks for playing strong team basketball and noted that the league is well-positioned with its emerging players.
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Magic Johnson spoke on ESPN’s "First Take" about the NBA’s future.
He is confident the league is in good hands after stars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant retire.
Johnson highlighted the New York Knicks’ team-focused style of play.
The Knicks are one win away from their first NBA championship since 1973.
In Game 4, the Knicks made the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history by overcoming a 29-point deficit.
Jalen Brunson scored 36 points and OG Anunoby scored a playoff career-high 33 points for the Knicks.
Game 5 of the NBA Finals will take place in San Antonio on Saturday evening.
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Draymond Green, working as a TV analyst, called Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs the most amazing playoff game he has ever seen. The Knicks came back from a 29-point deficit to win 107-106, taking a 3-1 lead in the series.
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Draymond Green attended Game 4 at Madison Square Garden as an analyst for ESPN/ABC.
The New York Knicks erased a 29-point lead held by the San Antonio Spurs.
The Knicks won the game by one point, 107-106.
OG Anunoby scored the winning basket with just over one second left.
Green said it was the most incredible playoff game he has ever witnessed.
The Knicks now lead the NBA Finals series 3-1 against the Spurs.
The Knicks can win their first NBA championship since 1973 by winning one more game.
Game 5 is scheduled for Saturday night at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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The Los Angeles Rams are considered the most fun NFL team to watch next season because of their strong offense and defense. They have made key changes in the offseason, including adding star players like Myles Garrett, which should make their games exciting.
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The Rams want to win another Super Bowl and have made big changes to improve their team.
Their quarterback, Matthew Stafford, was the NFL MVP last season.
The team keeps last year’s top-scoring offense mostly the same.
Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz of USA Today ranked the Rams as the most entertaining team to watch next season.
The Rams added Myles Garrett, who set a record for most sacks in a season, to strengthen their defense.
They also added cornerbacks Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson to improve their defense’s weaker areas.
The way Myles Garrett is used on defense will be interesting to watch.
Other teams will try hard to stop Garrett, but the Rams playing with a lead could make him dangerous.
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