Barcelona edge Real Madrid to retain Spanish Super Cup
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Barcelona defended their Spanish Super Cup crown after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in Jeddah, sealed by a late Raphinha strike.
Jeddah
Spanish Super Cup: Barcelona favored against Athletic Bilbao in semifinal
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Barcelona opens its Spanish Super Cup campaign against Athletic Bilbao in Jeddah as the in-form La Liga leader, with depth and recent results tipping the balance in its favor.
FIBA Asia Board highlights major progress, sets ambitious 2025 goals
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The FIBA Asia Board held its third meeting of the 2023-2027 cycle in Jeddah, marking milestones such as the Women’s Basketball League Asia debut and outlining a strategic roadmap for flagship events in 2025.