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Sports news — September 27, 2026

Sports publications published on September 27, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

34 publications

  3. SportsNorth AmericaHockey

    Dolphins' Achane Tears ACL, Out for Season

    Miami Dolphins' star running back De'Von Achane suffered a torn ACL during Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs, ending his 2026 season. The injury occurred in the first quarter, with Achane managing only three rushes for 17 yards before exiting. The Dolphins will now rely on a thinner backfield, with RB2 Jaylen Wright already out with a foot injury. Ollie Gordon, who replaced Achane, is expected to take over but faces a significant drop-off in production.
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  4. SportsCricket

    Germany vs Greece in UEFA Nations League

    Germany hosts Greece in the second round of Group B in the UEFA Nations League. The match takes place on September 27, 2026, at the WWK Arena in Augsburg. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:45 (Brasília time). Germany, led by coach Jürgen Klopp, drew 1-1 against the Netherlands in their first match. Greece won 2-1 against Serbia. The match will be broadcast on ESPN and Disney+ in Latin America, Sky Sports and Sky+ in Mexico, and DAZN in Spain. In Germany, it will be shown on ARD and Das Erste.
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  5. SportsBaseball

    Bears' Quarterback Situation Uncertain Ahead of Eagles Game

    The Chicago Bears' quarterback situation remains uncertain heading into their Week 3 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Starting quarterback Caleb Williams is out with a hamstring injury, and backup Tyson Bagent has been in concussion protocol. While Bagent has cleared the protocol and practiced on Saturday, his status for Monday's game is still uncertain. Case Keenum, the third-string quarterback, has been preparing as the starter and could get the nod if Bagent is not cleared to play.
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  6. SportsHockey

    Boca Juniors vs. Racing: Copa Argentina 2026 Quarterfinal Match Details

    Boca Juniors and Racing Club face off in the Copa Argentina 2026 quarterfinals on Sunday, September 27, at the Gigante de Arroyito Stadium. The match starts at 5:00 PM (Argentine time). It will be broadcast live on TyC Sports and can be streamed via TyC Sports Play. Both teams have strong lineups, with Boca arriving unbeaten in 14 games and Racing proving to be a tough opponent.
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  7. SportsPacific

    Dutch Cyclist Demi Vollering Wins World Championship

    Demi Vollering, a Dutch cyclist, has won the World Championship in the women's road race. She beat her rival Kasia Niewiadoma in a thrilling sprint finish after a nearly perfect season. This is Vollering's first world title and comes after she won the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia earlier this year. The race was marked by several crashes, including one involving the defending champion Magdeleine Vallières-Mill.
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  9. SportsSoccerTennis

    Arsenal Women Struggle to Score in WSL

    Arsenal Women's Super League (WSL) team is struggling to score goals, despite having a strong squad and dominating possession in their games. They have had 56 shots in their first three WSL games but have only scored twice. Arsenal's manager, Renee Slegers, attributes the problem to a lack of ruthlessness in front of goal and issues with decision-making and technical execution. The team faces Chelsea this weekend, knowing a win would be crucial to keep up with league leaders Manchester City.
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  10. SportsEuropeHockeyWinter Sports

    Matt Fitzpatrick Wins French Open by Three Strokes

    English golfer Matt Fitzpatrick secured his fourth title of the year with a three-stroke victory at the French Open. He finished with a total of 20 under par, following a final round of 1 under 70. Fitzpatrick led the tournament from the second round, with scores of 64 and 65, and maintained his lead throughout the weekend. Spanish golfer Ángel Hidalgo finished second, while local favorite Tom Vaillant shared third place with three others.
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  12. SportsAmerican FootballTennis

    Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Apologizes for Contract Comments

    Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has apologized for comments he made about his $500 million, 14-year contract, stating that he regretted his previous remarks and vowing to make his contract a good one. Guerrero initially sparked controversy by saying that his contract was based on his past achievements, not future performance, and drew comparisons to Pablo Sandoval's underperformance with the Red Sox. Guerrero's godfather, Pedro Martinez, initially defended him but later agreed that his comments were poorly received. Fans and analysts criticized Guerrero's remarks, leading him to apologize and express his commitment to improving his performance.
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  16. SportsHockey

    Phillies, Diamondbacks Battle for Final NL Wild Card Spot

    The Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks are set to face off in a winner-takes-all showdown for the final National League Wild Card spot. The Phillies hold a one-game lead heading into the final day of the regular season, but the Diamondbacks can force a tie with a win and a Phillies loss. If the teams finish with the same record, the Diamondbacks would advance due to the intradivision record tiebreaker. The Phillies' magic number to clinch a playoff spot is 1, while the Diamondbacks' magic number is 2. The Phillies' game against the Tampa Bay Rays and the Diamondbacks' game against the San Diego Padres are both crucial to determining the final playoff spot.
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  18. SportsMiddle EastSoccer

    Iraq Defeats Kuwait 3-2 in Thrilling Gulf Cup Match

    The Iraq national team snatched a thrilling victory over Kuwait with a score of 3-2 in the second round of Group A matches in the Gulf Cup 27. The match was filled with excitement and suspense, especially in the second half, which saw 5 goals from both sides. Iraq's Zidan Ekbal, Seif Rashid, and Karar Nabiel scored for Iraq, while Naser Yusuf scored twice for Kuwait. The match ended with Iraq at the top of the group with 4 points.
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  21. SportsPublic Health

    Bangladesh Launches Mass Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign Amid Deadly Outbreak

    Bangladesh has initiated a nationwide measles-rubella vaccination campaign targeting 3.4 million unvaccinated and missed children aged 6 months to 59 months. The campaign is a response to the country's worst-ever measles outbreak, which has claimed over 1,000 lives and infected tens of thousands. The outbreak is attributed to disruptions in routine immunization programs and changes in vaccine procurement. The campaign aims to contain the world's largest measles outbreak.
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  22. SportsHockey

    NRL Finals 2026: Newcastle Knights Defeat Penrith Panthers in Preliminary Final

    In the NRL finals 2026 preliminary final, the Newcastle Knights secured a spot in the grand final by defeating the Penrith Panthers 22-14. The game was played at Accor Stadium, with the Knights facing the Panthers after scores were initially tied 6-6. Despite a send-off for Knights player Crossland in the second half, Newcastle managed to hold on to their lead and secure the victory.
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  23. SportsMiddle EastSoccer

    Springboks Face Wallabies in Perth After All Blacks Series

    A new-look Springbok team will take on the Wallabies in Perth, with Rassie Erasmus making 13 changes to the starting lineup. The Boks are looking to build squad depth and give fringe players game time after a tough series against the All Blacks. Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick warns that the Wallabies can pounce if the Boks are dithering, citing their impressive comeback against the Boks at Ellis Park last year.
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