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Ski star Jasmi Joensuu has been injured after falling during the qualification round of the sprint event at the Falun World Cup.

Finnish skier Jasmi Joensuu has been ruled out of the upcoming combined event at the Falun World Cup due to a leg injury sustained during a sprint qualification round.

Finland's men's national basketball team faced significant challenges but managed to secure a narrow victory over Belgium, enhancing their position in the World Cup qualification standings.

Norwegian ski jumpers Isak Andreas Langmo and Benjamin Östvold were disqualified during the qualification for the ski jumping World Cup in Kulm, Austria.

Latvia faced Poland in a World Cup basketball qualification game, successfully overcoming an early deficit to lead after the first quarter.

Latvia and Poland meet again in a crucial FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifying match in Gdynia, Poland, with both teams aiming for better positioning in the competition.

The Latvian women's football team, led by new captain Štube, starts its World Cup qualification cycle with high hopes despite the absence of star player Miksone due to injury.

Ecuador's Football Federation (FEF) announced significant achievements for 2025, including a successful qualification for the 2026 World Cup and financial improvements.

Italy faces a crucial decision in selecting its striker for the World Cup playoff against Northern Ireland, following a challenging season marked by heavy defeats and inconsistent performances.

Latvian basketball player Toms Skuja is enjoying his role with the German Basketball Bundesliga team Ludwigsburg Riesen and preparing for upcoming World Cup qualification matches with the national team.

Pakistan's hopes for the T20 World Cup semi-finals remain alive after Sri Lanka was knocked out, but complex mathematical scenarios have made qualification a challenging endeavor.

Pakistan faces a critical must-win scenario against Sri Lanka to keep their hopes alive for T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals after a loss to England.

Former Czech national football team captain Vladimír Darida has accepted an invitation to return to the national team ahead of the World Cup qualification play-off.

Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first in the crucial ICC T20 World Cup match against England, with implications for semi-final qualification.

Ecuador's women's U-20 football team has qualified for the FIFA Women's U-20 World Cup for the first time after a 2-2 draw with Venezuela in the South American Championship held in Paraguay.

Dick Advocaat, the coach who led Curaçao to its first-ever World Cup qualification, has resigned to care for his ailing daughter.

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 faced controversies as the first Super-8 match between New Zealand and Pakistan was cancelled due to rain, raising questions about qualification for the semi-finals.

Sonia Bermúdez has announced the call-up of goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez and midfielder Patri Guijarro for the first matches of the qualification phase for the 2027 FIFA World Cup.

Danish footballers Janni Thomsen and Emma Snerle will miss the start of the Women's World Cup qualification due to injuries.

Germany's women's football team begins the new international match year with the return of players Lea Schüller, Carlotta Wamser, and Sophia Kleinherne as they prepare for 2027 World Cup qualification matches against Slovenia and Norway.

Chus Mateo's adjusted roster for Spain's upcoming basketball matches against Ukraine includes six new players due to injuries.

Nigeria's Super Eagles are scheduled to play a friendly match against Jordan, pending a FIFA ruling on their eligibility in the World Cup qualification process.

The article discusses the deployment of 200 US troops to Nigeria, a reduction in fuel prices by Dangote, ongoing political debates regarding the Electoral Act, rising subnational debt concerns, and the anticipation surrounding the Super Eagles' World Cup qualification.

The Nigeria Football Federation is optimistic that FIFA will rule in their favor regarding a protest against DR Congo's qualification for the World Cup.

The intercontinental playoff for the 2026 World Cup has confirmed its dates, locations, and matchups, marking the final stage of the qualification process for the tournament to be held in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

Algeria celebrates its qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the return of the trophy replica, welcomed by President Tebboune and football legends.

Alex Iwobi expresses hope for the Nigerian national team's qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite current uncertainties.

CONCACAF has confirmed that there will be 6 direct qualification spots for the 2030 World Cup, along with an additional spot available through a global playoff.

The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match between India and Pakistan is in jeopardy as the PCB has not permitted the team to play against India on February 15 in Colombo, which could affect tournament points and Pakistan's qualification chances.

The Mexican national team begins its path to the U17 World Cup —taking place this year in Qatar— in the first round of the CONCACAF Championship against Sint Maarten, which seeks its first qualification for this competition.

At 53 years old, Noriaki Kasai continues to impress in ski jumping, remaining competitive enough to be considered for qualification at his home World Cup.

Tension is rising around the Italian National football team as preparations for the World Cup 2026 qualifiers face disruptions, particularly with Coach Gennaro Gattuso unable to gather the team for crucial training ahead of their match against Northern Ireland.

Croatian national team coach Zlatko Dalić discussed the team's qualification success, upcoming challenges at the World Cup, and the realistic expectations for their performance at the tournament.