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Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in Brazil friendly
Agence France-Presse . Seoul 09 October, 2025, 12:12 Son Heung-min | X photo. South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country's record for most appearances for the men's national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles...

Which nations have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup? Brazil, Egypt, and Japan among 19 nations
Taking shape ©TM/IMAGO The countdown has already begun. Nine months until the World Cup returns. And this time, thankfully, it's back to it's usual slot in the British summer time. Next June, USA, Canada and Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup,...
Guyana, CANOC chart future of authentic Caribbean sport
It was fitting that as Guyana celebrated Diwali and their President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali in his message - “The Light Within That Gives True Purpose to the Lights Without,” said Diwali is a time that reminds everyone that light...

Most appearances for men's national team: Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in Brazil friendly
South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country's record for most appearances for the men's national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour friendly in Seoul,...

Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in glamour Brazil friendly
South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country’s record for most appearances for the men’s national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour friendly in Seoul,...

Son Heung-min set to become South Korea’s most capped men’s player in Brazil friendly
SEOUL, Oct 9 — South Korea captain Son Heung-min is set to break his country’s record for most appearances for the men’s national team when they host Brazil on Friday. The Los Angeles FC striker is poised to win his 137th cap in the glamour...

Digicel celebrates 20 years in T&T, having invested $1.2b
WHEN Marcelo Cataldo slipped off his suit jacket midway through his interview with Express Business, revealing a red short-sleeved Digicel polo and tattoos, it felt symbolic. Under his leadership, Digicel has been doing much the same, shedding...

Al Khulaifi, Paraguay’sFM discuss relations
QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay Ruben Ramirez Lezcano in Doha on Wednesday. Discussions during the meeting covered...

San Rafael: Paraguay’s Living Stronghold for the Atlantic Forest
San Rafael National Park stands as one of Paraguay’s last great bastions of the Atlantic Forest—a landscape of towering trees, mist, and resilience. Today, this vital ecosystem is taking a decisive step toward long-term protection. This...

Qatar, Paraguay hold political consultations
QNA Doha The third round of political consultation between the ministries of foreign affairs of Qatar and Paraguay was held in Doha on Wednesday. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi led Qatar’s side, while Minister...

The Voice of Latin America at the United Nations General Assembly
From September 9 to 28, New York opened its doors to welcome presidents, ministers, and foreign affairs officials from all United Nations member states. Latin America presented a kaleidoscope of messages, themes, and dispositions before the...

Goal and Highlights: Paraguay 0-1 Norway in U20 World Cup
EVENT ENDED A rather complex duel, with few dangerous actions throughout the 120 minutes played, and it was a fortuitous play in favor of the Norwegians that ultimately gave the visitors the victory. VAR! The match is getting quite intense. The...

Lai praises Paraguay at welcoming ceremony
Enhancing bilateral cooperation is crucial for Taiwan and Paraguay to address the threat of authoritarian expansionism amid rapid global change, President William Lai (賴清德) said yesterday at an event welcoming a delegation of lawmakers headed by...

EU Moves to Shield Farmers as Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Fierce Backlash
BY EMMANUEL OGBONNA The European Union’s executive branch on Wednesday presented a sweeping package of measures aimed at protecting European farmers from being undercut by agricultural imports from South America, as the bloc struggles to win...

Paraguay Marries: Mass Wedding Event To Unite Thousands Of Couples Coming Up
Paraguay’s Civil Registry announced the large-scale, free community wedding event in Asunción on Saturday, 4 October 2025, starting at 09:00. The event at the National Sports Secretariat Arena is part of the national campaign “Paraguay Marries –...

2027 Rugby World Cup Qualifiers: Brazil vs Paraguay – South American series kicks off on Saturday
The race to Rugby World Cup 2027 continues in South America this Saturday, as Brazil and Paraguay prepare for a crucial two-match series that will decide which team advances to the Final Qualifying Tournament in Dubai this November. The series...

Tucson's TV/radio sports best bets: Wednesday, Oct. 8
TV 4:30 p.m., ESPN2 — Missouri St. at MTSU 5 p.m., CBSSN — Liberty at UTEP 1:30 p.m., GOLF — NB3 Collegiate: Match Play, final day COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 4 p.m., ACCN — NC State at Wake Forest 4 p.m., SECN — Kentucky at Texas A&M 5 p.m., BTN...

Pilar Italian Fest 2025: A Southern Celebration Of Paraguay’s Rich Italian Heritage
Pilar, the capital city of the Ñeembucú Department will host the Pilar Italian Fest 2025 – Feste e Tradizioni Italiane. The event, organised on 9 October 2025, seeks to rescue and highlight the rich Italian heritage of the city 225 kilometres...

China’s Strategic Push for a South American Bi-Oceanic Route
As bioceanic corridors advance as key axes of regional integration and commerce in South America, a memorandum of understanding signed on July 21 between Brazil and China for a potential 3,000-kilometer railroad is raising questions about the...

EU offers protection for farmers as it seeks to build support for Mercosur trade deal
The European Union's executive arm on Wednesday unveiled detailed proposals to protect farmers from being undercut by imports from South America as it seeks to build support for its deal with the Mercosur trade alliance. The deal between the EU...