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European champions Spain on quest to regain World Cup crown

Norway, Belgium and France are also favoured to do well; Iran may spring a surprise or two

Christian Pulisic of the US (seen here at left, in action against Belgium in a friendly match in March)  is experiencing a dry spell in front of goal.
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Even with home advantage, World Cup co-hosts US could struggle in tricky group

Last-32 showdown with Iran beckons if both teams finish second in their sections

The 2026 Fifa World Cup begins on the morning of June 12 (Singapore time) and will feature 104 matches played over six weeks.
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World Cup co-hosts Mexico and Canada eager to shine as the big kickoff looms

Five-time champions Brazil should easily top a group that includes Haiti and Scotland, but Morocco could prove tricky

Manchester City's Jeremy Doku (centre) faces off against Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo during their EPL match in London on Apr 12. City’s 3-0 win over Chelsea was more than just three points – it was a statement.
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Arsenal, Man City on collision course as EPL title race faces defining moment

The winner of Sunday’s big game will be the favourites to win the trophy next month

James Leow is on form and among the local favourites to do well at this month's Singapore Open.
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James Leow, Nicklaus Chiam among a dozen local golfers gearing up for Singapore Open

The upcoming event is also part of the Open Qualifying Series

Italy's Sandro Tonali celebrating after scoring the first goal during the World Cup play-off  match against Northern Ireland on Thursday.
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Football-mad Italy must scale Bosnia mountain to return to World Cup finals

A defeat on Tuesday will mean the Azzurri will miss out on a third consecutive tournament

"There's nothing like having your own space to play at, and to bring the community together," says Adrian Ang of his Pickle & Bones court in the heart of Orchard Road.
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‘The addiction is real’: Why Hepmil co-founder Adrian Ang is obsessed with pickleball

The content creator is putting together a first ever invitational tournament for companies in the finance sector

F45 Training members during a typical 45-minute class.
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Fitness with a purpose: How this F45 leader walks the talk

The Australia-based gym chain has 1,500 franchised studios in over 55 countries today

Team Pernod members Bernard Poh (extreme left) and Samuel Koh (extreme right) with the members of Team Hugo Boss and Team Adidas.
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From the boardroom to the greens: ST and BT Corporate Golf League brings the business community together

Sixteen companies are taking part in the renamed competition this year, which tees off at SICC’s Island Course on March 5

Cyclists racing around the circuit during the last Brompton World Championship in Shanghai in October 2025.
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Brompton World Championship to headline OCBC Cycle 2026 in May

This iconic foldie race will see cyclists compete in mixed-gender groups on an 800-metre urban circuit