Sports from Thursday, May 21st, 2026
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Germany lure Neuer, 40, out of retirement for World Cup roster
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann had a surprise inclusion with 40-year-old goalkeeper Manuel Neuer making the 26-man World Cup roster announced on Thursday.
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Veteran Pandey adding value to Kolkata's IPL campaign, says Watson
Manish Pandey helped Kolkata Knight Riders to a four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League on Wednesday, with assistant coach Shane Watson saying the performance underlined the 36-year-old's value to the side.
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Zamalek claim 15th Egyptian league title
Zamalek secured their 15th Egyptian Premier League title following a 1-0 victory over Ceramica Cleopatra on Wednesday, rebounding from their recent African Confederation Cup final disappointment.
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Djokovic names compatriot Troicki as coach ahead of French Open
Novak Djokovic has confirmed long-time friend and compatriot Viktor Troicki as his head coach ahead of next week's French Open where the Serb will bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title.
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Clinical Aston Villa outclass Freiburg to win Europa League
Youri Tielemans and Emiliano Buendia have scored stunning goals as Aston Villa outclassed Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final on Wednesday to end a 30-year wait for silverware and earn their coach Unai Emery a record-extending fifth win in the competition.
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UAE, Qatar discuss regional diplomacy and bilateral tiesUAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to discuss relations between the two countries and the latest developments in the region.
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Abdullah bin Zayed discusses regional security with Czech PM in PragueHis Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš during a working visit to Prague.
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UAE, Serbia expand food security and agriculture partnershipThe UAE and Serbia have discussed expanding cooperation in food security, agriculture and sustainable development during an official visit to Belgrade by UAE Climate Change and Environment Minister Dr Amna Al Dahak.
