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Freuler, Vargas Lead Switzerland To Historic Win Over Italy

June 29, (THEWILL) – Switzerland caused an upset at the ongoing Euro 2024 when they eliminated defending champions Italy with a 2-0 victory in the Round of 16. The match, held at Berlin's Olympiastadion, saw the Swiss national team deliver...

Igali, Braveman, Others Harp On Importance Of Olympics

June 29, (THEWILL) – The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Daniel Igali, has re-emphasised the importance of the Olympics as a festival that promotes a peaceful and better world for all. The Olympic champion made the remarks at the...

Djokovic Passes Fitness Test In Pre-Wimbledon Exhibition

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June 29, (THEWILL) – Novak Djokovic, the seven-time Wimbledon champion, has announced he is "pain-free" following his victory over Daniil Medvedev in an exhibition match on Friday. The 37-year-old Serbian tennis star underwent surgery earlier this month due to a...

Copa América: Vinicius Jr Leads Brazil To Emphatic Victory Over Paraguay

June 29, (THEWILL) – Brazil defeated Paraguay 4-1 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada in a definitive display of intent for the competition. The victory, spearheaded by Vinicius Junior's first-half brace, extended Brazil's unbeaten run against Paraguay...

Rodriguez, Cordoba Shine In Colombia’s Win Against Costa Rica

June 28, (THEWILL) – Colombia have advanced to the Copa América quarter-finals following a commanding 3-0 victory over Costa Rica. The win extends their impressive streak to 10 consecutive victories, solidifying their status as strong contenders in the tournament. The...

Bayelsa State Govt Committed To Para Sports Development – Daniel Igali

June 28, (THEWILL) – Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Dr Daniel Igali, on Friday, reiterated the State government's commitment to the development of Para sports in the country. The world and Olympic champion made the assertion in Yenagoa at...

CAS Clears Amusan Of Anti-Doping Charges

June 28, (THEWILL) – The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed the appeals by World Athletics (WA) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) against Nigerian hurdler Tobi Amusan. This decision upholds the earlier finding by the World...

Euro 2024: Austria Grapples With Injuries Ahead Of Turkey Showdown

June 28, (THEWILL) – Four Austria defenders missed team training on Friday, raising concerns ahead of their crucial last-16 clash with Turkey, next Tuesday. Gernot Trauner and Phillipp Mwene were completely absent due to a thigh injury and head...

UEFA Referee Chief Backs No-Penalty Call In Scotland Euro Match

June 28, (THEWILL) – UEFA's head of referees, Roberto Rosetti, has defended the controversial decision to deny Scotland a penalty in their final Euro 2024 group game against Hungary. The match, which took place on Sunday, saw Scotland eliminated...

River Seine Fails Water Quality Tests Ahead Of Paris Olympics

June 28, (THEWILL) – The River Seine is currently unfit for swimming just one month before the Paris Olympics, according to recent water quality tests. Results released by the Paris Mayor's office on Friday, reveal that the river is...