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Real Madrid have dismissed head coach Xabi Alonso following defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, with Alvaro Arbeloa promoted as his replacement.
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FC Barcelona are closing in on the return of Joao Cancelo after the Portuguese defender completed medical tests ahead of finalizing his move.
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Sloane Stephens ended a 13-match losing streak, while Kathinka Von Deichmann made history with her first Melbourne Park win as both advanced in the Australian Open qualifying draw.
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Jaqueline Cristian advanced to the second round of the Adelaide International after defeating world No. 11 Ekaterina Alexandrova, marking a breakthrough victory in her tournament debut.
The Professional Fighters League appointed Jason Oberlander as Chief Commercial Officer, tasking him with leading global partnerships, sponsorship strategy, and commercial expansion amid international growth.
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Philippine football reached new ground in 2025 with historic tournament successes, global hosting duties and steady gains across women’s, men’s and youth programs.
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The world’s top junior surfers descended on La Union as the 2026 WSL World Junior Championships opened with high energy, elite talent, and title dreams crashing into Urbiztondo’s demanding waves.
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Arsenal recovered from an early scare to crush Portsmouth 4-1 and reach the FA Cup fourth round, while Manchester United’s season spiraled further with a shock home exit.
![One moment. One deflection. One trophy. Barcelona defend the Super Cup crown. [photo credit: FC Barcelona Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_525-400x200.png)
Barcelona defended their Spanish Super Cup crown after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in Jeddah, sealed by a late Raphinha strike.
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Top-seeded Elina Svitolina captured her 19th career WTA title with a straight-set win over Wang Xinyu in the ASB Classic final in Auckland.