Sports news — October 18, 2026 - Page 2

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1. SportsHockeyTennisChess

   Oct 18, 2026, 07:51 UTC

   

   Oregon Defeats Nebraska in Thrilling Comeback, 17-14

   In a nail-biting finish, Oregon's Dylan Raiola threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Jamari Johnson with 28 seconds left, giving the Ducks a 17-14 victory over Nebraska. The game was tight throughout, with both teams struggling offensively. Nebraska led 14-6 going into the fourth quarter, but Oregon rallied behind Raiola's play. The Ducks improve to 4-2, 2-1 in the Big Ten, while Nebraska falls to 5-2, 2-2.

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2. SportsBoxing

   Oct 18, 2026, 06:49 UTC

   

   Olympiacos Wins 2-0 Against Panaitolikos in Super League

   Olympiacos secured a 2-0 victory over Panaitolikos in the 7th round of the Super League. Zoel Roca opened the scoring in the 17th minute, and Tsikinho sealed the win in the 73rd minute. The 'red-and-whites' maintained their winning streak and kept the pressure on league leaders Panathinaikos.

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3. SportsEurope

   Oct 18, 2026, 05:25 UTC

   

   Kyrgyz Wrestler Yuhan Dogdurbek Uulu Wins Silver at Junior World Championships

   Kyrgyzstani wrestler Yuhan Dogdurbek uulu won the silver medal at the junior world wrestling championships in the 61 kg weight class. He defeated Chinese and Armenian opponents in the quarterfinals and semifinals respectively, before losing to an American wrestler in the final. The tournament was held in Las Vegas.

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4. SportsTennis

   Oct 18, 2026, 05:04 UTC

   Selangor FC Secures Second Place with Victory Over Penang FC

   Selangor FC (SFC) defeated Penang FC 3-1 at the Petaling Jaya City Council Stadium, securing their fifth consecutive victory and jumping to second place in the Liga Super with 15 points, level with leaders Johor Darul Ta'zim but behind on goal difference. The match held historical significance as it was Selangor's 2000th match, mirroring their first-ever match against Penang in 1921. Coach Kim Pan Gon praised his team's performance, highlighting the importance of the opening goal in breaking down Penang's defense.

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5. SportsMiddle EastNorth AmericaWinter Sports

   Oct 18, 2026, 04:23 UTC

   

   Ukrainian Footballer Roman Maximyuk Killed in War

   Roman Maximyuk, a former Ukrainian national football player, has died while fighting in the war against Russia. Maximyuk, who played for clubs like Dynamo Kyiv and Dnipro, joined the Ukrainian Armed Forces in late 2022. He was declared missing in January 2025 and his body was recently identified through DNA analysis. Maximyuk served as a sniper in the 25th Separate Air Assault Brigade.

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6. SportsBasketballCollegeOlympics

   Oct 18, 2026, 04:23 UTC

   

   Notre Dame Loses to BYU 28-24 in Thrilling Finish

   Notre Dame's undefeated season came to an end with a 28-24 loss to BYU in a top-10 matchup. The game featured four lead changes and several momentum-shifting plays. Notre Dame had opportunities to extend their lead but settled for field goals and ultimately fell short. The loss drops them from contention for the number one ranking and sets up a crucial game against Miami on November 7.

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7. SportsEuropePlanetary

   Oct 18, 2026, 03:44 UTC

   Iranian Wrestlers Dominate World Junior Freestyle Championships

   At the World Junior Freestyle Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, Iranian wrestlers have secured two gold and three bronze medals. Abolfazl Rahmati and Abolfazl Mohammadnejad qualified for the final, while Ali Kermpour, Abraham Khoori, Ali Kermpour (again), and Reza Afshar won bronze medals in their respective weight classes.

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8. SportsEurope

   Oct 18, 2026, 02:28 UTC

   

   Foro Italico: Swimming Stadium Cover Returns After 20 Years

   The covering of the Stadio del Nuoto at Foro Italico is set to return after two decades. The project aims to promote sport and health, with the goal of making Foro Italico more modern, multidisciplinary, and accessible. The initiative is part of the ongoing renewal of the complex to meet the needs of contemporary sports.

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9. SportsAmerican FootballTennis

   Oct 18, 2026, 01:49 UTC

   

   Bruins Extend Win Streak to Four with Comeback Victory Over Ducks

   The Boston Bruins rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Friday night, extending their winning streak to four games. Frederic Brunet scored his first NHL goal, while David Pastrnak and Elias Lindholm tallied power-play goals in the third period to secure the victory. Michael DiPietro made 25 saves in his first NHL win.

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10. SportsMiddle East

    Oct 18, 2026, 00:10 UTC

    

    Melgar vs Deportivo Garcilaso: Match Preview and Live Broadcast Details

    Melgar hosts Deportivo Garcilaso in matchday 12 of the Torneo Clausura. The match kicks off at 6:00 PM Peruvian time at the UNSA Monumental Stadium in Arequipa. It will be the eighth encounter between the two teams, with 'Pedacito de Cielo' leading the head-to-head with 3 wins. Melgar comes into the match after drawing with Universitario de Deportes, while Garcilaso lost to Sport Huancayo. The match will be broadcast live on L1 MAX.

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11. SportsTennis

    Oct 18, 2026, 00:10 UTC

    

    Alianza Lima vs. Atlético Grau: Liga 1 Match Details

    Alianza Lima and Atlético Grau face off in the 12th round of the Liga 1 Tournament. The match takes place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 8:30 PM (Peruvian time) at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium. Liga 1 Max broadcasts the match on cable and streaming.

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