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Ukraine's soccer victory provides welcome distraction from tragedy of war
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainians have expressed pride and gratitude toward their men’s national soccer team for qualifying for the European Championship, a rare bit of good news and a welcome distraction from the war with Russia. Though celebrations after Ukraine's 2-1 win over...
Ukraine, Georgia and Poland are going to Euro 2024 after late drama in qualifying playoffs
Ukraine found another late winning goal in another comeback win. Georgia and Poland held their nerve in penalty shootouts. All are going to the European Championship. The 24-nation Euro 2024 lineup was finalized Tuesday with three qualifying playoffs giving a stronger eastern...
Belgium's Euro 2024 alternate jersey is leaked. Is it a tribute to comic-strip hero Tintin?
BRUSSELS (AP) — Some Belgium soccer players in the European Championship this summer could resemble a world famous reporter. Belgium's Euro 2024 alternate jersey is a tribute to Tintin, the intrepid Belgian reporter and comic-book legend, according to leaks on specialized websites....
Israel returns to neutral Hungary for 'home' game in Euro 2024 qualifying playoffs against Iceland
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Israel's men's soccer team is returning to Hungary for its “home” game in the qualifying playoffs for this year's men's European Championship, UEFA said Wednesday. The March 21 game against Iceland must be played in a neutral country for security...