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Mexico Drops Plan to End School Year Early for 2026 World Cup

The climbdown reflects a move toward local tweaks on matchdays instead of a blanket calendar cut.

Drogheda United Removes Co‑Chair Joanna Byrne as Boycott Becomes Sole Chair

Morocco Jails Fans Over AFCON Final Unrest With Sentences Up to One Year

NFL Flags Liability Rules for Riyadh Showcase as Announced Active Players Gain Club Clearance