Morocco defeated Cameroon 2-0 to reach the AFCON 2025 semi-finals, with goals from Brahim Díaz and Ismail Saibari, ending a long-standing losing streak against Cameroon. Senegal also advanced after a 1-0 win over Mali, with Iliman Ndiaye scoring his first goal at the tournament. Both matches showcased strong performances from the winning teams, setting up semi-final clashes against other top African nations.
The 2026 World Juniors quarterfinals saw the USA, the host nation and two-time defending champion, upset by Finland in overtime, while Canada secured a dominant win to reach the semifinals. Sweden, Czechia, and Switzerland also advanced, with Switzerland honoring fire victims by wearing mourning armbands. The tournament highlighted strong performances from prospects and the emotional impact of recent tragedies.
The article argues that the current college football playoff system could be improved by having the top four seeds host quarterfinal games on campus, similar to lower seeds, to reward their season performance and reduce fan travel burdens, especially as recent results suggest that byes may not provide the advantage they are supposed to.
The USA and Finland are set to face off in the World Junior Hockey quarterfinals at 5 p.m. CT, with Team USA aiming to advance after finishing second in their group and facing a tough Finnish team that went 2-2 in the preliminaries. Key players include Will Zellers and Nick Kempf, who will be in goal for the U.S.
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship in Minnesota features quarterfinal matchups on Friday, including the USA facing Finland and Canada taking on Slovakia, with the winners advancing to the semifinals on Sunday.
Switzerland narrowly defeated Slovakia 3-2 to finish third in Group A at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, advancing to the quarterfinals, with key performances from Elijah Neuenschwander and other players. The tournament features critical matches including the US vs. Sweden and Canada vs. Finland, which will determine top seeds and playoff matchups.
The USA and Sweden are both unbeaten in Group A and will compete tonight in St. Paul to determine the group winner, with the winner advancing to the quarterfinals. The US has a historical edge over Sweden and recently defeated Slovakia, while Sweden beat Germany, Switzerland, and Slovakia in their recent matches.
The article previews the key storylines and matchups in the upcoming College Football Playoff quarterfinal games, highlighting the teams involved, their recent performances, and what to expect from each game, including notable players and coaching situations.
Prediction markets like Kalshi are providing odds for all four CFP quarterfinal games, with Ohio State favored over Miami at 75%, Oregon slightly favored over Texas Tech, Indiana undefeated and a strong contender against Alabama, and Georgia showing recent defensive improvements against Ole Miss.
No. 5 Oregon defeated No. 12 James Madison 51-34 in the College Football Playoff, with Coach Dan Lanning emphasizing the team's growth, the need to improve, and reflecting on the game’s positives and areas for development as they prepare for the next round against Texas Tech.
The College Football Playoff has set up exciting quarterfinal matchups, including Ohio State vs. Miami, Texas Tech vs. Oregon, Indiana vs. Alabama, and Georgia vs. Ole Miss, with predictions highlighting the strengths and key players of each team and the potential for thrilling games.
The US men's under-20 team defeated Italy 3-0 in the FIFA U-20 World Cup round of 16, securing their fifth consecutive quarterfinal appearance, with key goals from Benjamin Cremaschi and Niko Tsakiris, and will face either Morocco or South Korea next.
The 2025 World Wrestling Championships in Zagreb began with exciting matches across four weight classes, featuring notable performances from athletes like Giorgi Meshvildishvili, Robert Baran, and Jax Forrest, with several athletes advancing to the semifinals and showcasing impressive skills.
America's Got Talent Season 20's Quarterfinals concluded with seven acts eliminated and three advancing to the Semifinals based on America's Vote, with some acts receiving Golden Buzzer spots for direct entry to the Finals. The Semifinals will determine the finalists, culminating in the live finale on September 23 where the winner of the $1 million prize will be announced.
Seven acts were eliminated during America's Got Talent Season 20 quarterfinals, with notable performances including K-pop group Le Sserafim. The top five acts advancing to the semifinals are Birmingham Youth Fellowship Choir, TT Boys, Zak Mirz, Chuck Adams, and The Funkateer Dancers, with the latter two being eliminated this week. The show featured a mix of acts, celebrity appearances, and behind-the-scenes moments, culminating in the announcement of semifinalists for next week.
