Sports news — September 7, 2026 - Page 2

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1. SportsBaseball

   Sep 7, 2026, 04:26 UTC

   

   Alcaraz vs Shelton in US Open Quarterfinals

   Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton are set to face off in the US Open quarterfinals. Alcaraz leads their head-to-head 3-0 and is undefeated against Americans in Grand Slams (13-0). Despite this, Shelton is playing with increased confidence and aims to topple the world No. 1.

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2. SportsRegulatorsCollectiblesCollege

   Sep 7, 2026, 04:26 UTC

   

   LSU Dominates in Lane Kiffin's Debut; Controversial Michigan Win Causes Uproar in CFB Week 1

   Week 1 of the college football season saw Lane Kiffin lead LSU to a dominating victory over Clemson in his debut, while a controversial one-second ending in the Western Michigan-Michigan game caused an uproar. Other notable events included Michigan getting a gift win and UMass securing an upset victory.

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3. SportsHockey

   Sep 7, 2026, 03:56 UTC

   

   Kenta Maeda Out for Fourth Consecutive Game; Dodgers Aim for Win Streak

   Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Kenta Maeda has been benched for four consecutive games, the longest streak since joining the team. This includes his previous three-game absence. The Dodgers, aiming for their fourth straight win, have had to manage their roster accordingly.

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4. SportsEuropeUnited Kingdom

   Sep 7, 2026, 02:57 UTC

   

   Rams' Unconventional Travel Plan for Australia Game Raises Eyebrows

   The Los Angeles Rams are set to travel to Australia just 24 hours before their season opener against the San Francisco 49ers, sparking debate about their approach to the long journey. While the 49ers have spent a week in Melbourne adjusting to the environment, the Rams plan to minimize their time in Australia, practicing shortly after arrival and playing the next morning. Rams coach Sean McVay defends their strategy, citing past successes in international games and a desire to keep players in their normal routine. The contrasting strategies of the two NFC West rivals have drawn attention, with potential implications for the upcoming game and future international contests.

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5. SportsWeatherPublic HealthHealthcare

   Sep 7, 2026, 02:43 UTC

   

   Bangladeshi Doctors Perform Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeries in Kabul

   A team of specialist doctors from the Islamic Medical Center in Bangladesh has arrived in Kabul to perform free surgeries on children with cleft lip and palate. The team, collaborating with the Afghan Red Crescent Society, aims to treat around 120 children during their visit. This is the fourth time the Bangladeshi medical team has traveled to Kabul for such surgeries, with a success rate of nearly 95%. The team plans to expand their services to remote areas of Afghanistan post-program.

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6. SportsSoccerCricketMotorsports

   Sep 7, 2026, 00:33 UTC

   

   Peru's 2026 South American Volleyball Championship: Schedule, Matches, and Broadcast Details

   The 2026 South American Volleyball Championship begins on September 8, with Peru facing Argentina in their opening match. The tournament will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and will feature Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Venezuela. Peru will play five matches, with their final game against Chile on September 13. Latina TV and the South American Volleyball Confederation's YouTube channel will broadcast the matches.

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7. SportsHockey

   Sep 7, 2026, 00:33 UTC

   River vs Independiente Rivadavia: Match Report

   River Plate hosted Independiente Rivadavia in the eighth round of the Clausura Tournament. River, under interim coach Leonardo Ponzio, aimed to maintain their winning streak following a 3-2 victory over Banfield. The match ended 3-1 in favor of River, with goals from Montiel, Galván (2), and a consolation goal from Arce for Independiente Rivadavia. River remains 11th in Zone B and 10th in the overall table, while Independiente Rivadavia stays joint-top of the overall table.

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