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Spain surge back to first place in FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking amid top 10 shake-up 
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Spain surge back to first place in FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking amid top 10 shake-up 

Spain in pole position for first time since 2014 Previous pacesetters, world champions Argentina, plunge to third having also been leapfrogged by France Biggest climbers Slovakia climb 10 spots and re-enter top 50 After a hiatus following the rousing success of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™ in June and July, men’s international football action returned to the global stage with a bang earlier this month in the shape of a string of FIFA World Cup 26™ qualifiers across Africa, Europe and the Americas. In total, over 200 relevant national-team matches have been contested around the world since the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking was last updated, which have had a major impact on the pecking order. The highest-profile change comes right at the top, with UEFA EURO 2024 wi...
Lamine Yamal to be investigated over dwarfism row
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Lamine Yamal to be investigated over dwarfism row

Spain's Ministry of Social Rights has asked the country's prosecutor's office to investigate Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal after he reportedly hired people with dwarfism to perform at his 18th birthday party. Lamine Yamal hosted a party on Sunday at a rented property in Olivella, a small town 50 kilometres north west of Barcelona, with guests including YouTubers, influencers, and several Barcelona team-mates. It is alleged Lamine Yamal hired a group of entertainers with dwarfism, something the Association of People with Achondroplasia and other Skeletal Dysplasias in Spain (ADEE) described as "unacceptable in the 21st century". When contacted by BBC Sport, the Directorate General for People with Disabilities - part of the Ministry of Social Rights, ConsumerAffairs, and 2030 Agenda...
Tragedy Strikes: Liverpool Star Diogo Jota and Brother Killed in Fatal Car Crash in Spain
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Tragedy Strikes: Liverpool Star Diogo Jota and Brother Killed in Fatal Car Crash in Spain

The world of football is in mourning following the devastating news that Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, has tragically died alongside his brother in a fatal car accident in Zamora, Spain. According to reports from Spanish outlet Marca, the tragic incident occurred earlier today as the two were travelling together. Emergency services arrived swiftly at the scene, but both brothers were pronounced dead. Further details about the circumstances of the crash are yet to be officially confirmed. Jota, who recently celebrated his wedding just two weeks ago, was widely admired not only for his on-field brilliance but also for his humility and dedication to his family. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves across the football community, with tributes pouring in from fans,...
Spain and the Netherlands win FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2025
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Spain and the Netherlands win FIBA 3×3 World Cup 2025

After a thrilling week of action in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, Spain and The Netherlands secured their first-ever titles at the FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2025. 50,000 fans attended the event during the week and were treated to historic moments throughout the competition, culminating in an unmissable final day and two fantastic finals. The men’s side of the tournament culminated in an epic contest as Spain took on Switzerland, where hot shooting from beyond the arc for Spain saw them set the tone early, with Switzerland finding foul trouble. A big step-back two from Diego De Blas gave Spain a five-point (10-5) cushion with three minutes played, and the 24-year-old was everywhere during this final as he contributed big moments on both the offensive and defensive sides. Nailing his fourth tw...
Spain seize second spot
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Spain seize second spot

Argentina stay top of latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking™ Spain lead shake-up amongst podium pacesetters Myanmar the biggest climbers by rank A total of 245 international duels have been served up globally since the December 2024 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking™. Teams from Africa, Asia, Oceania and South America all featured in FIFA World Cup 26™ qualifiers, while Concacaf and UEFA sides battled it out in their respective Nations League competitions and contested friendly encounters. These contests have made for changes aplenty in the latest version of the standings, including some top-10 turbulence. Argentina (1st) remain top thanks to impressive wins away to Uruguay (1-0) and at home to Brazil (4-1), but the Albiceleste have new company, as Spain...
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