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Moroccan footballer Hakimi won the 2025 CAF Award, recognizing his success with PSG, including the Champions League victory. He is the first Moroccan to win since 1998 and the first defender since 1973. Other Moroccan players also received awards, and Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup.
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The UK has submitted a bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, proposing 22 stadiums across 16 cities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The tournament would feature 48 teams, 104 matches, and aim to be the most accessible ever, with Wembley Stadium set to host the final if successful.
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A 13-year investigation into the 1989 Hillsborough disaster concluded that 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges if still active. No disciplinary action will be taken due to officers' retirements, sparking anger among victims' families and calls for legal reforms. The report confirms police failures and attempts to deflect blame.
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Tom Hicks, a prominent businessman and sports team owner, died peacefully in Dallas at age 79. He owned the Dallas Stars, Texas Rangers, and held a stake in Liverpool. Hicks was a private equity pioneer and served on the University of Texas Board of Regents. He is survived by his wife and six children.
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Mohamed Salah faces club challenges at Liverpool amid speculation of a move to Saudi Arabia, while remaining a beloved figure in his Egyptian hometown of Nagrig, where his legacy inspires local youth and community projects. The story highlights his ongoing influence and recent tensions at Liverpool.
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On December 16, 2025, Paul Doyle, 54, was sentenced to 21 years and six months in prison after pleading guilty to 31 charges related to driving his Ford Galaxy into crowds celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title on May 26, injuring 134 people including children as young as six months. Dashcam footage showed Doyle aggressively accelerating into pedestrians while shouting profanities. The attack ended when ex-soldier Daniel Barr intervened, forcing the vehicle into park.
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On January 8, 2026, Arsenal hosts Liverpool at Emirates Stadium, aiming to extend their lead in the Premier League. Liverpool, seeking to recover from recent losses, will challenge Arsenal in a match that could impact the title race. Recent results show Arsenal's strong form, while Liverpool faces setbacks after a series of defeats.
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Egypt's national football team defeated Ivory Coast 3-2 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, with Mohamed Salah scoring his fourth goal of the tournament. Nigeria also advanced after beating Algeria 2-0. Egypt will face Senegal in the semi-finals, with Salah aiming for his first AFCON title.