Italian football icon Fabio Cannavaro, a native of Naples and 2006 Ballon d’Or winner, recently carried the Olympic torch for the Milan 2026 Winter Games in his hometown. This article explores his journey from World Cup hero to Olympic torchbearer and his current role coaching Uzbekistan.
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Stuck Watching Ping Pong from Abroad? That ‘Region Lock’ Feeling Hits Different When It’s Team China Winning
Scrolling through Weibo and seeing highlights of Team China’s dominant 6-win streak at the Chengdu Mixed Team World Cup, only to be hit with the dreaded ‘This content is not available in your region’ message. A familiar frustration for many living abroad, turning moments of national pride into a test of patience.
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Zidane’s China Trip Reveals Shocking Cultural Obsession: From World Cup to Mahjong, What Really Captivated the Football Legend?
Football icon Zinedine Zidane’s recent visit to China for World Cup promotions took an unexpected turn when his past fascination with local grannies playing Mahjong resurfaced, sparking a viral discussion about cultural connections beyond the pitch.
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Lin Xiaojun’s Heartwarming Moment with Young Ice Mascot at World Cup Event
Lin Xiaojun won silver medals in the 500m and men’s 5000m relay at the Short Track Speed Skating World Cup, and shared a delightful moment with a young ice mascot during the awards ceremony.
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Heartbreaking! Chinese Short Track Team’s Final Shot at Olympic Glory – Can They Make It?
Chinese short track speed skating team faces final opportunity to secure Olympic spots at Netherlands World Cup, following two silver medals in Poland.
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Team China Secures Silver in Men’s 5000m Short Track Relay at World Cup
Team China claimed the silver medal in the men’s 5000m relay at the Short Track Speed Skating World Cup in Gdańsk, following a collision incident involving the Netherlands and Italy.
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Chinese Speed Skaters Dominate 1000m Quarterfinals at World Cup
Three Chinese skaters advance to the men’s 1000m semifinals at the ISU Short Track World Cup in Gdansk, Poland.
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Lin Xiaojun Leads Chinese Short Track Team with Stellar Performance
Chinese short track speed skater Lin Xiaojun showcased exceptional form at the World Cup’s third stop, securing a silver medal in the 500m, clocking the fastest lap of 8.20 seconds, and leading China’s relay teams to the finals.
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Lin Xiaojun and Sun Long Advance to 500m Semifinals in Gdansk Short Track World Cup
Chinese skaters Lin Xiaojun and Sun Long both secured victories in their respective quarterfinal heats, advancing to the men’s 500m semifinals at the ISU Short Track World Cup in Gdansk.
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2026 World Cup European Playoffs Draw Announced
The draw for the 2026 World Cup European playoffs has been revealed, with 16 teams competing for four qualification spots in March next year.