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🇪🇪 Postimees
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PM ROOTSIS ⟩ The Swedish national team coach smoothly rolled a burden onto Estonia's shoulders

Swedish basketball coach Mikko Riipinen expressed his willingness to adopt the underdog position ahead of two World Cup qualifying matches against Estonia.

Feb 26 • 14:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Bodö/Glimt in the Champions League: They Trample Off Like a Horde of Reindeer

Bodö/Glimt, an underdog team from Norway, has made a surprising impact in the Champions League by defeating a prestigious team at the iconic San Siro stadium.

Feb 25 • 06:10 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Sensation in Milan: Underdog Bodø/Glimt knocks Inter out of the Champions League

Norwegian underdog FK Bodø/Glimt defied expectations by defeating Inter Milan in the Champions League playoffs, securing a spot in the Round of 16.

Feb 24 • 21:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

How to succeed in business? Scientists: let someone tell you that you won't make it

A study from North Carolina State University and other institutions indicates that negative prophecies can motivate entrepreneurs to work harder, highlighting the 'underdog effect.'

Feb 22 • 20:47 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

One newspaper headline is enough to understand how Slovaks are perceived in America before the semifinals

Slovakia's ice hockey team is viewed as an underdog in the Olympic semifinals against the United States, yet they aim for an upset after an unexpected tournament run.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Antti Pennanen joked in an interview with TSN – Plans to ask for help from a surprising source

Antti Pennanen humorously discussed the upcoming Olympic semifinal against Canada, emphasizing Finland's underdog status and the team's strategic mindset.

Feb 19 • 16:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"Tell him he will fail" – scientists discovered a surprising secret of entrepreneurs' perseverance

Scientists have found that entrepreneurs who are predicted to fail become more engaged in developing their businesses, highlighting the 'underdog effect' that motivates them to prove others wrong.

Feb 19 • 10:04 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Can they shake Italy's best team?

Aftenposten questions whether a specific team has the ability to challenge Italy's top football clubs.

Feb 18 • 19:45 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
World

Underdog story: Surprise canine steals show in Olympic cross-country race

A dog named Nazgul unexpectedly joined the women's cross-country skiing event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, amusing viewers as it chased competitors.

Feb 18 • 16:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

The Olympic Miracle: 'The Worse You Make Him, The Better The Story'

Steven Bradbury, who won an Olympic gold medal 24 years ago, is celebrated as the most famous short track skater, embodying the underdog who triumphed against all odds.

Feb 17 • 11:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Stop Settling for Breadcrumbs: Spartans’ 33% Edge Makes Betr & Underdog Look Like Child’s Play

The article discusses how Spartans is revolutionizing the fantasy sports betting industry with its innovative features and competitive edge over other platforms like Betr and Underdog.

Feb 16 • 19:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

A Thrilling Display in Milan! SM League Players Shock NHL Stars

France, viewed as the underdog, staged an impressive upset against the Czech Republic with a final score of 6-3 in a remarkable Olympic tournament match.

Feb 13 • 18:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Czech Republic - France. The day after the match against Canada, the Czechs play against the group's underdog

The Czech national ice hockey team faces France in an Olympic group stage match following their game against Canada.

Feb 13 • 12:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

The Lions are clearly the underdog

Finland's ice hockey team is facing Sweden today, having performed poorly in their opening game of the Olympic tournament against Slovakia, raising concerns about the team's future performance and leadership.

Feb 13 • 10:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Euroleague outsider "Anadolu Efes" challenges "Virtus"

The Turkish team Anadolu Efes, considered an underdog in the Euroleague, faces off against Virtus Bologna, who are struggling in the tournament.

Feb 12 • 17:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Sports

Shock at the Olympics: Slovakia Destroys the Favorite. The Excitement Almost Crashed the Hall

Slovakia achieved a stunning victory at the Olympics, defeating a favored team and creating a buzz of excitement among fans.

Feb 11 • 20:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Here is Finland's weapon - A tantalizing jab at Sweden from an expert

An ice hockey expert discusses Finland's position as an underdog in the upcoming Olympic tournament, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.

Feb 10 • 15:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Such Elastinen is rarely seen on TV

Elastinen provides direct and tough feedback to a contestant on The Voice of Finland, urging them to take their performance seriously.

Feb 8 • 07:34 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

Prominent mixed doubles lose DM final to underdog pair

The prominent mixed doubles team of Alexandra Bøje and Mathias Christiansen lost unexpectedly in the DM final to the underdog duo of Mette Werge and Kristoffer Kolding.

Feb 7 • 12:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

The Premier League's Surprise Champion in Catastrophic Problems

Leicester City, known for their historic underdog victory in the 2015-2016 Premier League season, is currently facing severe challenges both in terms of performance and league standings.

Feb 7 • 05:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

ASVEL unexpectedly wins in EuroLeague this week and plays against Olimpia

The French team ASVEL, a EuroLeague underdog, celebrated a victory this week, defeating Italy's Virtus Bologna 80-70 after a six-game losing streak.

Feb 6 • 18:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Correctly, Corinthians decides to make a bandage instead of makeup

Corinthians, seen as the underdog, secured a surprising victory against Flamengo in the Supercopa Rei despite a lackluster performance in the national league.

Feb 5 • 00:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Complete Euroleague Outsider ASVEL Challenges Virtus

The Euroleague underdog ASVEL faces Virtus after suffering six consecutive losses, while Virtus recently secured a win over Monaco.

Feb 4 • 19:12 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Sports

Forge FC vs Tigres LIVE: What time and where to WATCH the match of the Concacaf Champions Cup 2026

Tigres makes its debut today in the Concacaf Champions Cup against Forge FC in the opening match of the First Round, aiming to surprise despite being the underdog.

Feb 3 • 20:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Serbs hosts for the third time, Croats the oldest in the Championship, Hungarians the most trophy-winning

The 37th European Championship in water polo for men's national teams will kick off with a match between defending champion Spain and underdog Israel, featuring 16 teams competing for continental supremacy.

Jan 9 • 15:38 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Don't say that Juanma Moreno is racist

The article criticizes those who label Juanma Moreno as racist, portraying him as an underdog without significant political power yet emotionally invested in his role.

Jan 5 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Exercises of faith in Oviedo

The article explores the belief of Oviedo fans in their team's potential to triumph over wealthier opponents despite limited resources.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

While the Sweden fairy tale ends, the world number 86 fulfills a dream

Andreas Harrysson is on the brink of changing his life at the Darts World Championship, but struggles with nerves, while another underdog demonstrates near-perfect play.

Dec 30 • 17:09 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Best Movies of 2025: Revolutionary Karma, Vampire Murders, and a 'Loserish' Fight Twice

The article reviews the top films from 2025, highlighting themes of revolutionary karma, vampire-related violence, and a unique perspective on underdog struggles.

Dec 30 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Sports

Spurs play the underdog for win that extends Palace slump

Tottenham Hotspur secured an unexpected away win over Crystal Palace, thanks to Archie Gray's first senior goal, despite being dominated in possession by the home team.

Dec 28 • 18:56 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

"What are you doing?", the disappointing German utters

Ricardo Pietreczko faces an early exit from the Darts World Championship after losing to an underdog from Sweden, showcasing again his inconsistent performance as he remains silent after the defeat.

Dec 27 • 21:27 UTC

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