'Have Identified What Needs To Be Focused On': Indian Hockey Team Starts Afresh After WC Disappointment

News18 - Sep 17, 2026

India are clubbed alongside Indonesia, hosts Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Pool A of the Asian Games 2026.

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Sep 17, 2026

CF Montreal tops reigning champion Whitecaps, advance to Canadian Championship final

Prince Owusu scored two first-half goals to help CF Montreal qualify for the Canadian Championship final, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1 on Wednesday and 3-2 on aggregate.

Robert Kraft breaks his silence on 'ultimatum' that saw Macklemore kicked off Ed Sheeran's world tour... after rapper's 'Free Palestine' speech

Sep 17, 2026

Robert Kraft breaks his silence on 'ultimatum' that saw Macklemore kicked off Ed Sheeran's world tour... after rapper's 'Free Palestine' speech

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Is Michael Carrick already under pressure at Manchester United? Have your say after Brighton loss

Sep 17, 2026

Is Michael Carrick already under pressure at Manchester United? Have your say after Brighton loss

Man Utd have made a poor start to the season, and Michael Carrick has taken responsibility for the disappointing results.

Drake, Ann Michael Maye open up about navigating challenges after marriage

Sep 17, 2026

Drake, Ann Michael Maye open up about navigating challenges after marriage

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Ineos are failing miserably at Man United. They don't live up to the buzzwords they believe in - and United's utterly nonsensical transfer policy is the proof. No wonder all the clubs they touch are struggling, writes NATHAN SALT

Sep 17, 2026

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Carlos Baleba, Luke Shaw, Amad - Man United injury latest after Brighton defeat

Sep 17, 2026

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Leicestershire on the brink of relegation because of BOLLYWOOD: County make bizarre excuse after being hit with 27-point sanction

Sep 17, 2026

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NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith reveals the current player he thinks will break his all-time rushing record

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Sep 17, 2026

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Asian Games 2026: What will be Indian team's fate if women's cricket quarterfinal against Japan is washed out? Explained

Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

Jamie Carragher insists youngsters with 'nightmare' parents 'do not fulfil their potential' in warning shot to JJ Gabriel with Man United wonderkid's father pushing for exit

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Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai hits back at critics - and claims pointed celebration of his Tottenham wondergoal was 'just for myself'

Sep 17, 2026

Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai hits back at critics - and claims pointed celebration of his Tottenham wondergoal was 'just for myself'

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Sep 17, 2026

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Jurgen Klopp vs German media - Round TWO: Ex-Liverpool boss hits out at 'pathetic' squad leaks in feisty press conference - after threatening to QUIT if reporters targeted his family following World Cup controversy

Sep 17, 2026

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Team Japan forced to look at alternate accommodation options at home Asian Games

Sep 17, 2026

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Asian Games: Indian Shooting Coach Flags Long Commutes, Transport Delays

Sep 17, 2026

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An Indian shooting coach has criticised Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games arrangements, citing long travel times for athletes.

Asian Games 2026: Who could Pakistan face in women’s cricket semifinal after three-wicket win over Thailand?

Sep 17, 2026

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Daughter of F1 legend Juan Pablo Montoya lands Formula 2 driver and BROTHER a fine after breaking obscure rule by wearing revealing dress at the Spanish Grand Prix

Sep 17, 2026

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Manchester United fans issue clear JJ Gabriel verdict to club after demand to leave

Sep 17, 2026

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Manchester United fans have given their verdict on JJ Gabriel's situation following his request to leave the club's academy.

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Sep 17, 2026

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Leicestershire blame Ganguly biopic filming for poor pitch, get 27-point penalty

Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Gymnast Pranati Nayak Takes Measured Approach In Bid For Maiden Asian Games Medal

Sep 17, 2026

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Setback For Mohammad Rizwan In Legal Battle With Pakistan Board, Probe Takes Unexpected Turn

Sep 17, 2026

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During Thursday's hearing, Lahore High Court Chief Justice Aalia Neelum dismissed Mohammad Rizwan's petition after hearing arguments from both sides.

14-Hour Wait, No Rooms & Food: Indian Athletes Face Accommodation Chaos In Nagoya Ahead Of Asian Games

Sep 17, 2026

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Jurgen Klopp Calls Up 44 Players In Huge First Germany Squad

Sep 17, 2026

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Cricket: Favourites India Begin Asian Games Title Defence Against Japan

Sep 17, 2026

Cricket: Favourites India Begin Asian Games Title Defence Against Japan

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Hyrox Beijing athletes get full refund, new hygiene rule will allow competitors to be axed

Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Sep 17, 2026

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Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu Share Heartwarming Wishes On PM Narendra Modi's 76th Birthday

Sep 17, 2026

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PV Sindhu Hails PM Modi's Role In Empowering Aspirational India: 'His Leadership...'

Sep 17, 2026

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Three Man City kids who can light up the Carabao Cup: The one-on-one dribbler who has blown Enzo Maresca away, the defender who took up boxing to toughen up and the 6ft midfield goal-machine with an unlikely first-team buddy

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