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Basketball news — August 23, 2026

Publications tagged with Basketball published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

16 publications

  1. SportsBasketballCricketWinter Sports

    Serie A Restarts: Inter Wins, Napoli Debuts, Controversy in Naples

    The Serie A season restarted with defending champions Inter Milan overwhelmingly defeating Monza 4-0. Napoli, under new coach Luciano Spalletti, won their debut match 2-0 against Parma. There was controversy in Naples as Napoli beat Genoa 2-0 but the game was marred by incidents involving fans and players. Udinese and Como drew 1-1. Juventus and Milan also won their matches against Frosinone and Torino respectively, sending a signal to Inter.
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  5. SportsBasketballAmerican FootballSports BusinessRegional

    Lando Norris Wins Dutch Grand Prix as Max Verstappen Crashes Out

    Lando Norris secured victory in the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, his second consecutive win of the season. The race was marked by a heavy crash in the opening lap for home favorite Max Verstappen, who failed to finish. Norris, driving for McLaren, beat the Mercedes of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell to the podium. This was the 36th and final Dutch Grand Prix, as local organizers decided not to extend the contract for future seasons.
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  6. SportsSoccerBasketball

    Barcelona Denies Goncalo Inacio Transfer Links

    Barcelona has dismissed reports suggesting they are in talks to sign Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio. The Catalan club is reportedly looking for defensive reinforcements following Ronald Araujo's departure but has denied any advanced negotiations with Inacio. Meanwhile, Milan has also been linked with the Portuguese international, who was left out of Sporting's squad against Alverca, fueling transfer speculation.
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  7. SocietyMiddle EastBasketball

    Guehi's Midfield Masterstroke: Maresca's Bold Choice Pays Off in City's Comeback Win

    Enzo Maresca made a bold midfield choice in his first Premier League game as Manchester City manager, playing Marc Guehi out of position. The gamble paid off as Guehi scored a late header to secure a 2-1 comeback win against Bournemouth. Despite fielding six players who can play as defenders, City controlled the game and created chances before conceding. Maresca praised Guehi's performance, saying he had never played as a midfielder before but was very good. City agreed a deal for midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille before the game, with Maresca set to speak with the club about the transfer.
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  8. SportsBasketballAmerican FootballBoxing

    FC Barcelona vs Elche CF: LaLiga Matchday 2

    FC Barcelona visits Elche CF in the second round of LaLiga EA Sports 2026-27. The match takes place on Sunday, August 23, at the Martínez Valero Stadium and starts at 9:30 PM Spain time (CEST). Fans can watch the game live on Movistar Plus+ in Spain, ESPN and Disney+ Premium in South America, and SKY Sports in Mexico and Central America. In the US, the match will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN Deportes, ESPN+, fuboTV, and ESPN App.
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  9. SportsIsraelBasketball

    Espanyol Coach Criticizes Refereeing After Loss to Real Madrid

    Espanyol coach Manolo Gonzalez criticized the refereeing after his team's 2-1 loss to Real Madrid, stating that he didn't trust the referee and made early substitutions due to yellow cards. He also pointed out a double standard in the application of rules between big clubs and their opponents. Despite the loss, Gonzalez praised his team's performance and highlighted their defensive work.
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  12. PoliticsIsraelBasketballAmerican Football

    Jim Nantz Welcomes Russell Wilson and J.J. Watt to CBS' 'The NFL Today'

    Jim Nantz, lead play-by-play voice for NFL on CBS, expressed enthusiasm about the additions of Russell Wilson and J.J. Watt to the network's pregame show, 'The NFL Today'. Wilson, a former NFL quarterback, joins after retiring from playing, while Watt brings his analytical skills and leadership to the booth following his successful football career. Nantz also addressed Tony Romo's leave from the network due to a DUI arrest, stating that he is supporting his friend and looking forward to working with new partner J.J. Watt.
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  13. CultureUnited KingdomCollectiblesBasketball

    Erling Haaland's Haircut Surprise: Reactions from Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Pep Guardiola, and Noel Gallagher

    Erling Haaland, Manchester City forward, shocked fans by cutting his signature blonde hair hours before the new Premier League season. He documented the change in a YouTube vlog, joking about his new look and asking fans to dedicate a song to him. His partner, Isabel Johansen, and notable figures like Noel Gallagher, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Pep Guardiola reacted to his transformation.
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  14. PoliticsIsraelBasketball

    Barcelona Eyes RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba as Top Defensive Target

    Barcelona, having already signed Rodri and Joao Cancelo, is considering strengthening their defense with a new center-back. According to Gerard Romero, Hansi Flick is interested in RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba, a 23-year-old French defender known for his ball-playing abilities and potential as a long-term investment. However, signing Lukeba may be challenging due to Leipzig's reluctance to sell and his high valuation, potentially over €50 million.
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  15. CultureUnited KingdomMusicBasketball

    Erling Haaland Unveils New Look: Buzz Cut Replaces Iconic Long Hair

    Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has bid farewell to his signature long hair, debuting a buzz cut ahead of the new Premier League season. The Norwegian star revealed his new look on social media, marking a significant change from his previous appearance. Fans and fellow footballers, including Pep Guardiola and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, reacted with surprise and amusement to Haaland's transformation.
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