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Rafa Marquez set to take charge of Mexico after 2026 World Cup

Mexico City, Dec 10 (UNI) Rafael Marquez will take over as manager of Mexico's national team after next year's FIFA World Cup, the head of the country's football federation said.
Ivar Sisniega told media that incumbent manager Javier Aguirre would depart following football's showpiece event, which Mexico will co-host alongside the United States and Canada next June and July. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19.
"Rafa Marquez's role as an assistant coach ends after the World Cup, at which point he will become head coach," Sisniega told reporters. "We have already had meetings, and it's a plan that is in motion."
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22 Jan 2026 | 10:31 PM

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Ruud, Fritz advance to third round at Australian Open

22 Jan 2026 | 10:14 PM

Melbourne, Jan 22 (UNI) Casper Ruud and Taylor Fritz progressed to the third round of the Australian Open 2026 on Thursday with commanding straight-sets victories, keeping their hopes alive in a tournament that has already delivered thrilling action on Day 5.

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Aussie star Inglis stuns Siegemund to reach AO third round

22 Jan 2026 | 10:04 PM

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India winning CWG bid, vying to host the Olympics are very positive developments: Leander Paes

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22 Jan 2026 | 10:03 PM

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Anna Muzychuk to defending her title at Norway Chess Women 2026

Anna Muzychuk to defending her title at Norway Chess Women 2026

22 Jan 2026 | 10:02 PM

Stavanger(Norway), Jan. 22(UNI): Reigning Norway Chess Women’s champion Anna Muzychuk will return in 2026 as she looks to defend her title and potentially claim a second consecutive victory.

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