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Jannik Sinner, the reigning US Open champion, defeated Lorenzo Musetti, the 10th seed, in straight sets to reach the semi-finals on Wednesday.

In the first all-Italian men’s quarter-final in Grand Slam history, Sinner defeated Musetti 6-1, 6-4, and 6-2.

Sinner, who is 16-0 against Italian players, said, “We have to take the friendship away for the game and everything is fine again.”

“It was a fantastic, very strong performance. I did a great job of starting the match.

He advances to the semi-finals of the Canadian Open with Felix Auger-Aliassime, a 25th seed from Canada.

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Every player who competes in the Grand Slam semis can claim to be playing the game at its best, Sinner continued.

Auger-Aliassime has won two of his previous meetings, but Sinner thrashed him last month in Cincinnati for just two games.

With his 86th victory, the 24-year-old Sinner also tied Nicola Pietrangeli for the most Grand Slam victories by an Italian man.

Sinner wants to become the first person to successfully defend the US Open title since Roger Federer won the final five of his previous five titles in 2008.

This year, he has won the Australian Open and Wimbledon, but Carlos Alcaraz lost in a five-set epic battle to reach the French Open final.

Sinner won the first set in 27 minutes as he seized control of the first five games against Musetti.

Before Musetti’s double fault at 4-all caused a single break chance for both players in the second set, which was much closer.

Sinner seized on a two-set lead before resuming play to begin the third set.

Musetti had four break points in the following game and two more when Sinner served with a score of 3-1, but he was unable to defend his rival.

Sinner broke again to earn a commanding victory at the majors, his 26th consecutive victory.

This month, FIFA will launch a multi-phase ticket sales process for the 2026 World Cup, with starting single-seat prices starting at $ 60 for group-stage matches and $ 6 710 for the final.

The world football governing body announced on Wednesday the schedule for the first phase of sales, announcing that fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets, venue-specific tickets, and team-specific packages. These prices will change based on demand.

From June 11 through July 19 of next year, 58 teams will compete in the biggest field in World Cup history.

Fans with Visa cards can register for a FIFA ID on the organization’s website to enter a September 10 to 19 presale drawing.

Those chosen by the randomized presale draw may then apply for tickets starting October 1.

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No more than 40 tickets can be purchased for the entire tournament, and sales are limited to four per person per match.

In the upcoming months, additional ticket sales will be made, with registration for phase two scheduled for mid-November through early December set to open on October 27.

Fans can apply for specific matches in the coming days of Phase 3, which will take place on December 5 in Washington.

Fans will be able to purchase the remaining inventory on a first-come, first-served basis closer to the tournament.

In a statement, FIFA said it would also be able to provide fans with conditional supporter tickets and supporter tickets for those who want to reserve a spot in potential knockout rounds.

FIFA will also introduce a dedicated resale platform.

Amanda Anisimova, the eighth seed, avenged her Wimbledon final drubbing with a stunning upset over Iga Swiatek.

After falling 6-0, 6-0 behind in the final match of Swiatek’s Wimbledon title in July, Anisimova recovered from that double-bagel disaster to win 6-4, 6-3.

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With a full roster of players available for the match scheduled for this weekend, the Super Eagles have increased their preparations in advance of their crucial World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in 2026. &nbsp,

Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Raphael Onyedika, and Chrisantus Uche, who were all invited, have since stormed the team’s camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

The Super Eagles have made the most of their time by working ahead of the game. On Tuesday night, they conducted their first training in the coastal state, focusing on tactical drills and set-piece routines, among other things. &nbsp,

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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers get underway, Chukwueze, Osimhen, Uche, and Tolu have checked into camp.

Watch their arrivals at https://t.co/Iyn1YIsmXR pic. twitter.com/POLEliQlvr

The Nigerian side resumed training on Wednesday as Coach Eric Chelle adjusted his game’s strategy. &nbsp,

The three-time African champions will face Rwanda in Uyo on Saturday before flying to South Africa to face the Bafana Bafana in Bloemfontein three days later.

Chelle’s team are in a difficult position to advance to the 2026 World Cup. The 2013 AFCON winners, who have only seven points in six games, are currently fourth in Group C. &nbsp,

Benin Republic and Rwanda each have eight points, while South Africa is in the lead with ten. &nbsp,

However, South Africa runs the risk of losing three points in a game involving Lesotho against a player who is not eligible to play in the World Cup. &nbsp,

Victor Boniface, the Super Eagles forward, is unmoved by his unsuccessful move to AC Milan, the Italian giants.

In the summer transfer window, Rossoneri and the Nigerian were anticipated to team up. Due to the Super Eagle’s medical problems, which have fueled rumors about his fitness, the move failed.

The 24-year-old has however downplayed the mistake during his unveiling at Werder Bremen, where he signed on loan from Bayer Leverkusen.

I don’t care if the media tells you “whatever you want to believe, you can believe anything,” according to the statement. I’ll be in the hospital if my body isn’t perfect. During his unveiling, he declared, “I will not be here talking to you.”

They chose not to pursue it, not my fault. The striker said, “I have a strong mindset: it happens, it’s okay, I’ll move on.”

Boni, you’ll always be a double winner thanks to everything you’ve done. On a one-year loan, @boniface_jrn has accepted a position with Werder Bremen. pic. twitter.com/qrFRy3M301

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Leverkusen and the Nigerian collaborated on Union Saint-Gilloise. In 2024, Xabi Alonso’s men won a historic domestic double that year, and he went on to win the league unbeaten.