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Sports news — September 28, 2026

Sports publications published on September 28, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

26 publications

  2. SportsHockey

    Aaron Judge's Availability for Yankees' Wild Card Series Uncertain

    Aaron Judge's calf injury has left his status for the Yankees' Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox uncertain. Manager Aaron Boone revealed that a decision on Judge's availability will be made on Tuesday morning. Judge has been rehabbing and resumed hitting off live pitching on Monday, but Boone stated that they will continue to evaluate his progress and listen to the trainers and medical staff before making a final decision. The Yankees are set to submit their 26-man roster by 10 a.m. on Tuesday.
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  5. SportsLawAmerican FootballCricket

    Oregon Coach Dan Lanning Criticizes Dangerous Hit, Trolls USC After Win

    Oregon coach Dan Lanning criticized a dangerous hit on QB Dante Moore and took jabs at USC's attendance and recruiting after the Ducks' 41-27 road victory. Moore was injured after a hit from USC's Desman Stephens, who was ejected for targeting. Lanning, who is 3-0 against USC, suggested that if fans want to win football games, they should go to Oregon, not USC, where he implied they go for concerts instead.
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  6. SportsMiddle EastSoccer

    Michael Shaydorov Ranks Second in Figure Skating World Rankings

    Kazakhstan's Michael Shaydorov has achieved a historic feat by rising to second place in the International Skating Union's (ISU) world rankings. With 4193 points, he surpassed Japanese skater Yuma Kagiyama, who previously held the second spot with 4123 points. American Ilya Malinin leads the rankings with 4590 points. Shaydorov's previous best rank was third, which was also achieved by another Kazakh skater, Denis Ten. Shaydorov is an Olympic champion, World Championships silver medalist, and Four Continents champion.
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  10. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    Giants Acquire QB J.J. McCarthy from Vikings

    The New York Giants have bolstered their quarterback room by trading for J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings. In exchange for the former first-round pick, the Giants sent a 2027 fifth-round draft pick to Minnesota. McCarthy, who was the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has limited NFL experience, starting 10 games last season. He completes approximately 57.6% of his passes, throwing for 1,632 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. The Giants' starting quarterback, Jaxson Dart, is out for the season with a knee injury, prompting the Giants to seek additional depth at the position.
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  13. SportsDefenseOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Dubai Police Arrests 22-Member Begging Gang Targeting Motorists

    Dubai Police has arrested a 22-member gang involved in organized begging on major roads across the emirate. The arrests followed a tip-off received through the 'Police Eye' service on the Dubai Police app. The gang exploited drivers' sympathy, claiming they needed travel fare. Field teams identified and tracked the suspects, leading to their arrest. Dubai Police emphasized the importance of community partnership in reporting such activities and warned against responding to beggars on busy roads.
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  14. SportsPublic HealthHealthcare

    Russia to Start Free HPV Vaccination for Girls Aged 12-13 in Late 2027

    The Russian Ministry of Health has announced plans to introduce vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV) for girls aged 12-13 in the national immunization schedule starting from the second half of 2027. The free vaccination program aims to reduce the incidence and mortality of cervical cancer, which is one of the most dangerous cancers for women. Minister of Health Mikhail Murashko confirmed these plans at various public events.
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  15. SportsMiddle EastIsraelWinter Sports

    Racism Allegations in Ireland vs Israel Match Uninvestigated by UEFA

    Racist chants allegedly targeted at Irish striker Adam Idah during a UEFA Nations League match against Israel went uninvestigated by UEFA. The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is conducting its own investigation using match footage and audio. The incident occurred amidst political tensions between Ireland and Israel, with Irish fans protesting against playing Israel and the team refusing to shake hands or exchange pennants before the match.
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  16. SportsSanctionsMiddle East

    Iraq to Host Gulf Cup 28; Basra Emerges as Frontrunner

    The Gulf Football Association has decided that Iraq will host the 28th edition of the Gulf Cup, scheduled for late 2028. While the final decision on the host city is yet to be made, Basra is currently the leading candidate. The tournament's executive office met in Jeddah to discuss the hosting file, with Iraq being the only country to submit an official request so far. Other Gulf countries, such as Oman and Bahrain, have shown interest but have not yet submitted official bids. The final decision on the host city is expected to be made through coordination with the Iraqi government.
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  18. SportsIsraelOceanographyTennis

    Vithya Ramraj Breaks 42-Year-Old National Record, Wins Bronze in Women's 400m Hurdles at Asian Games

    Vithya Ramraj made history at the 2026 Asian Games by winning the bronze medal in the women's 400m hurdles with a personal best time of 54.75 seconds. She broke the 42-year-old national record set by P.T. Usha in the 1984 Olympics and became the first Indian woman to breach the 55-second mark in the event. This is Ramraj's second medal at these Games, having previously won silver in the 4x400m mixed relay.
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  21. SportsAmerican FootballBaseballHockey

    Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona Eye Erling Haaland After Man City's FFP Guilty Verdict

    Following Manchester City's guilty verdict for breaching Premier League financial rules, Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona have shown interest in signing striker Erling Haaland. Both Arsenal and Real Madrid have made contact with Haaland's camp, while Barcelona are closely monitoring the situation and plan to approach the player if City face severe punishment.
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  22. SportsBoxing

    Tom Brady Mocks Justin Herbert's Interception as 'Meatball Sub'

    Tom Brady, during a broadcast, criticized Justin Herbert's interception during a Chargers-Bills game, describing it as a 'meatball sub'. This phrase, a slang term in sports, refers to a poorly thrown pass directly to a defender. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter when the Chargers were leading 13-10. Despite having a chance to kick a field goal, Herbert threw the ball into traffic, resulting in an interception.
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  23. SportsTennis

    Messi's Free-Kick Goal Not Enough as Inter Miami Loses 2-1 to Columbus Crew

    In his final match before retiring from the Argentine national team, Lionel Messi scored a stunning free-kick goal for Inter Miami, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory against Columbus Crew in the MLS. The match ended 2-1 in favor of Columbus, with the winning goal coming in the 99th minute. Despite the loss, Inter Miami remains second in the Eastern Conference with 46 points.
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  24. SportsHockey

    Puka Nacua's Groin Injury: Rams Hopeful for Quick Recovery

    Los Angeles Rams' leading receiver Puka Nacua is doubtful for the Week 3 game against the Denver Broncos due to a groin injury that affects his explosiveness. The Rams are optimistic about his recovery and expect him to return soon, possibly as early as Week 4 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Surgery is not ruled out if Nacua doesn't show improvement. Despite his absence, the Rams managed to win Week 2 without him, with Davante Adams stepping up.
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