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With a 7-1 record in Group L, France must finish among the top three of its remaining four qualifiers to lock a spot in the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar, a campaign shaped by San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama's off-court leadership.
After two decades of service, Lionel Messi steps away from the Argentine national team, closing a chapter that includes a 2022 World Cup win and a 2026 final loss to Spain.
After two decades of iconic performances for Argentina, Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international soccer, citing personal reasons tied to his father's health. He will remain active in the MLS with Inter Miami, where he aims to add further titles to his already illustrious résumé.
Japan demolished Qatar 123‑70 in a FIBA World Cup qualifier in Tokyo, with Rui Hachimura leading the scoring and the team displaying unprecedented chemistry.
After 21 years of service to Argentina, Lionel Messi has retired from the national team, ending a career that includes a World Cup title, a record goal tally, and a lasting legacy in the sport.
After 21 years of brilliance with Argentina, Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the national team, concluding a career that reshaped football worldwide.
After a storied 21‑year journey with La Albiceleste, Lionel Messi confirmed his retirement from international competition, closing a chapter that includes a 2022 World Cup victory, 125 goals and a place alongside football’s all‑time greats.
Lionel Messi confirmed his retirement from the Argentina national team, ending a 21‑year international career that delivered a World Cup title, multiple Copa América victories and a record goal tally, while his father’s recent death influenced his decision.
After two decades of brilliance, Lionel Messi has decided to hang up his Argentina shirt, concluding a career that delivered a World Cup crown, record‑breaking scoring feats and comparisons to the sport’s all‑time greats.
After two decades of service, Lionel Messi steps away from the Argentina national team, citing personal grief and a desire to honor his father’s memory, while continuing his club career with Inter Miami.
At 39, Lionel Messi has ended his international career after a World Cup triumph and a heartfelt final match, citing his father's health struggles as a key influence.
Lionel Messi, 39, retires from international soccer after a World Cup win and a personal journey marked by his father's death, reflecting on a career that spanned six tournaments.
After a glittering international career that spanned six World Cups, 125 goals and eight Ballon d’Or awards, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina men’s national team on Instagram, citing personal reflection and a need to step back.
Lionel Messi’s decision to retire from international soccer comes after leading Argentina to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, capping a career that includes two World Cup titles, two Copa América victories, and a record 98 goals for his country.
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team after the 2024 World Cup final, citing personal loss and a desire to step back after two decades of service.
On August 31, 2026, Lionel Messi confirmed his departure from the Argentina senior side, ending a 20‑year international career that delivered 98 goals, a World Cup crown and a legacy that will shape the next generation.
After a record‑breaking tenure with the Argentina national team, Lionel Messi has decided to step away from international competition, citing both emotional pain and the certainty that the moment is right.
The Basketball World Cup 2027 in Doha offers three ticket packages covering all 92 matches, including options for knockout rounds and Qatar’s national team games, priced between €71 and €3,122.
Japan delivered a dominant 123‑70 win over Qatar, highlighted by Rui Hachimura’s 30 points and a balanced offensive effort that underscores their momentum toward the 2027 Basketball World Cup.
Inaugurated on 27 August 2026, the 'Beyond the Court' exhibition at Doha’s Katara Cultural Village blends historic artifacts, interactive displays and cultural commentary to mark Qatar’s preparations for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027.
The final round of African qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup delivered dramatic shifts, with historic upsets and emerging powers securing the five spots that will represent the continent in Qatar.
France’s 84‑69 triumph over Sweden in Stockholm not only cemented a 7‑1 qualifying record but also highlighted Victor Wembanyama’s all‑around impact, paving the way for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar.
Germany edged Poland 96‑94 in a tense overtime clash of the FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifiers, a result that guarantees the Germans a spot in the 2024 tournament in Qatar while highlighting Dennis Schroder’s clutch performance.
David Gassaud’s 16‑point outburst propels Ivory Coast to a 7‑1 start in the 2027 African Qualifiers, setting the stage for a serious bid at the 2027 Qatar World Cup.