Myanmar defeated Turkmenistan 8-0 in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers on Sunday.
Myanmar is hosting the Group C matches of the qualifiers at Thuwunna Stadium, where Myanmar, Bahrain, Bangladesh, and Turkmenistan are competing. Myanmar will face Bangladesh on July 2 and Bahrain on July 5. The qualifiers feature six groups of four teams each, with the six group winners automatically advancing to the 12-team 2026 finals.
Myanmar defeated Turkmenistan 8-0 in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers on Sunday.
Myanmar is hosting the Group C matches of the qualifiers at Thuwunna Stadium, where Myanmar, Bahrain, Bangladesh, and Turkmenistan are competing. Myanmar will face Bangladesh on July 2 and Bahrain on July 5. The qualifiers feature six groups of four teams each, with the six group winners automatically advancing to the 12-team 2026 finals.
Already qualified are Australia as hosts, China as the 2022 champions, South Korea as runners-up, and Japan, who finished third in 2022.
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Myanmar defeated Turkmenistan 8-0 in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers on Sunday.
Myanmar is hosting the Group C matches of the qualifiers at Thuwunna Stadium, where Myanmar, Bahrain, Bangladesh, and Turkmenistan are competing. Myanmar will face Bangladesh on July 2 and Bahrain on July 5. The qualifiers feature six groups of four teams each, with the six group winners automatically advancing to the 12-team 2026 finals.
Already qualified are Australia as hosts, China as the 2022 champions, South Korea as runners-up, and Japan, who finished third in 2022.
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After a night start at the foot of the mountains of Lake Tahoe, California, American ultra-trail runner Caleb Olson and the first ultra-trailers of the Western States 100 completed the 161 kilometers in nearly 14 hours.
After a night start at the foot of the mountains of Lake Tahoe, California, American ultra-trail runner Caleb Olson and the first ultra-trailers of the Western States 100 completed the 161 kilometers in nearly 14 hours.
After weaving through chilly snowfields of the Sierra Nevada mountains, runners then faced the brutal heat of canyons where temperatures neared 40 degrees Celsius. Spaniard Kilian Jornet finished in third place fifteen years after his last participation and victory. American Abby Hall wins the women's race.
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After a night start at the foot of the mountains of Lake Tahoe, California, American ultra-trail runner Caleb Olson and the first ultra-trailers of the Western States 100 completed the 161 kilometers in nearly 14 hours.
After weaving through chilly snowfields of the Sierra Nevada mountains, runners then faced the brutal heat of canyons where temperatures neared 40 degrees Celsius. Spaniard Kilian Jornet finished in third place fifteen years after his last participation and victory. American Abby Hall wins the women's race.
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The Dambe World Series, organized by the African Warriors Fighting Championship, is set to kick off in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, marking the latest evolution of Dambe, a centuries-old form of boxing that originated among the Hausa people of northern Nigeria. Traditionally fought with one fist wrapped in cloth and another hand acts as a shield, Dambe dates back to at least the 10th century and has deep ties to cultural and ceremonial celebrations.
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The Dambe World Series, organized by the African Warriors Fighting Championship, is set to kick off in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, marking the latest evolution of Dambe, a centuries-old form of boxing that originated among the Hausa people of northern Nigeria. Traditionally fought with one fist wrapped in cloth and another hand acts as a shield, Dambe dates back to at least the 10th century and has deep ties to cultural and ceremonial celebrations.
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The Dambe World Series, organized by the African Warriors Fighting Championship, is set to kick off in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, marking the latest evolution of Dambe, a centuries-old form of boxing that originated among the Hausa people of northern Nigeria. Traditionally fought with one fist wrapped in cloth and another hand acts as a shield, Dambe dates back to at least the 10th century and has deep ties to cultural and ceremonial celebrations.
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The new president of the International Olympic Committee has disclosed a shift from its conventional stance on setting gender eligibility criteria in sports.
Kirsty Coventry addressed an online news conference after the first executive board meeting of her presidency on Thursday. She had taken over the post from Thomas Bach following a handover ceremony in Switzerland on Monday. Coventry said IOC members agreed that the organization "should take a leading role" in setting up a working group on gender regulations.
The new president of the International Olympic Committee has disclosed a shift from its conventional stance on setting gender eligibility criteria in sports.
Kirsty Coventry addressed an online news conference after the first executive board meeting of her presidency on Thursday. She had taken over the post from Thomas Bach following a handover ceremony in Switzerland on Monday. Coventry said IOC members agreed that the organization "should take a leading role" in setting up a working group on gender regulations.
The IOC has conventionally entrusted the governing bodies of individual sports with drawing up their own gender rules. In recent years, discussions have been continuing about eligibility criteria for transgender athletes in Olympic competitions. Some say that given biological differences in muscular strength, it is unfair for people who have changed their gender from male to female to take part in women's events.
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The new president of the International Olympic Committee has disclosed a shift from its conventional stance on setting gender eligibility criteria in sports.
Kirsty Coventry addressed an online news conference after the first executive board meeting of her presidency on Thursday. She had taken over the post from Thomas Bach following a handover ceremony in Switzerland on Monday. Coventry said IOC members agreed that the organization "should take a leading role" in setting up a working group on gender regulations.
The IOC has conventionally entrusted the governing bodies of individual sports with drawing up their own gender rules. In recent years, discussions have been continuing about eligibility criteria for transgender athletes in Olympic competitions. Some say that given biological differences in muscular strength, it is unfair for people who have changed their gender from male to female to take part in women's events.
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BARCELONA announced on Wednesday their long-awaited return to the new Camp Nou for a 10 August friendly after years of work to expand and modernise the iconic stadium.
The traditional pre-season Joan Gamper Trophy match will only mark the stadium's partial reopening, with construction work continuing in various areas, the current Spanish champions said in a statement.
This includes the completion of the new third tier, the dual VIP ring, the roof installation, interior spaces and development of the stadium's surrounding area.
BARCELONA announced on Wednesday their long-awaited return to the new Camp Nou for a 10 August friendly after years of work to expand and modernise the iconic stadium.
The traditional pre-season Joan Gamper Trophy match will only mark the stadium's partial reopening, with construction work continuing in various areas, the current Spanish champions said in a statement.
This includes the completion of the new third tier, the dual VIP ring, the roof installation, interior spaces and development of the stadium's surrounding area.
The Catalan giants have not confirmed the initial capacity, but local media reported that the available stands can hold 35,000 fans. "Barcelona takes a symbolic and emotional step into the future, reclaiming its home in a new era that will culminate with the complete inauguration of the new stadium," the club said.
Barca will have another month to continue work on the stadium after requesting to play their first three La Liga games of the upcoming season away from home. — AFP
Source: GNLM
BARCELONA announced on Wednesday their long-awaited return to the new Camp Nou for a 10 August friendly after years of work to expand and modernise the iconic stadium.
The traditional pre-season Joan Gamper Trophy match will only mark the stadium's partial reopening, with construction work continuing in various areas, the current Spanish champions said in a statement.
This includes the completion of the new third tier, the dual VIP ring, the roof installation, interior spaces and development of the stadium's surrounding area.
The Catalan giants have not confirmed the initial capacity, but local media reported that the available stands can hold 35,000 fans. "Barcelona takes a symbolic and emotional step into the future, reclaiming its home in a new era that will culminate with the complete inauguration of the new stadium," the club said.
Barca will have another month to continue work on the stadium after requesting to play their first three La Liga games of the upcoming season away from home. — AFP
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To mark International Yoga Day, over 300 MPT staff from across the country participated in the second annual “TeamFit: Unite and Move” yoga wellness activity. The event was held online during the third week of June 2025 and included staff from various regions and states.
To mark International Yoga Day, over 300 MPT staff from across the country participated in the second annual “TeamFit: Unite and Move” yoga wellness activity. The event was held online during the third week of June 2025 and included staff from various regions and states.
This yoga event aims to promote collaboration within the organization, foster a positive work-life balance and encourage healthy and active lifestyles. As part of the broader “TeamFit: Unite and Move” programme, which began in 2024, MPT has also organized activities such as yoga, Zumba, and futsal competitions for its employees. These efforts are intended to support the physical and mental well-being of staff.
Mr Naoki Shimane, from the Operations Department of MPT-KSGM Joint Operations, stated, “Our employees’ well-being is essential to a healthy working environment and efficient day-to-day operations. That is why we launched the “TeamFit: Unite and Move” programme in 2024, encouraging active participation nationwide. Following the positive response to our first yoga event, we continued with the second edition to further support our staff’s physical and mental health”.
MPT remains committed to promoting the importance of health and wellness among its employees and continues to implement staff wellness and social responsibility programmes to build a unified and strong organization. — Oktha/KZL
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To mark International Yoga Day, over 300 MPT staff from across the country participated in the second annual “TeamFit: Unite and Move” yoga wellness activity. The event was held online during the third week of June 2025 and included staff from various regions and states.
This yoga event aims to promote collaboration within the organization, foster a positive work-life balance and encourage healthy and active lifestyles. As part of the broader “TeamFit: Unite and Move” programme, which began in 2024, MPT has also organized activities such as yoga, Zumba, and futsal competitions for its employees. These efforts are intended to support the physical and mental well-being of staff.
Mr Naoki Shimane, from the Operations Department of MPT-KSGM Joint Operations, stated, “Our employees’ well-being is essential to a healthy working environment and efficient day-to-day operations. That is why we launched the “TeamFit: Unite and Move” programme in 2024, encouraging active participation nationwide. Following the positive response to our first yoga event, we continued with the second edition to further support our staff’s physical and mental health”.
MPT remains committed to promoting the importance of health and wellness among its employees and continues to implement staff wellness and social responsibility programmes to build a unified and strong organization. — Oktha/KZL
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, flagged off the Olympic Day Run from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday. Rekha Gupta said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation is continuously progressing towards better sports infrastructure and facilities for athletes.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, flagged off the Olympic Day Run from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday. Rekha Gupta said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation is continuously progressing towards better sports infrastructure and facilities for athletes.
The Chief Minister also said that Delhi and the entire country are fully prepared to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Later, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, led the Fit India Sunday on Cycle campaign, promoting fitness and environmental awareness.
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, flagged off the Olympic Day Run from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday. Rekha Gupta said, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation is continuously progressing towards better sports infrastructure and facilities for athletes.
The Chief Minister also said that Delhi and the entire country are fully prepared to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Later, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, led the Fit India Sunday on Cycle campaign, promoting fitness and environmental awareness.
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Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Jeng Phang Naw Taung, along with the Deputy Minister and officials, visited the sports teams, undergoing training for the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Nay Pyi Taw on Saturday. They observed the training sessions of athletes in Petanque, weightlifting and boxing.
The Union Minster also instructed the managers and coaches to provide nutritious foods under the guidance of the medical experts. He also stressed the need to provide necessary training equipment for effectiveness.
Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Jeng Phang Naw Taung, along with the Deputy Minister and officials, visited the sports teams, undergoing training for the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Nay Pyi Taw on Saturday. They observed the training sessions of athletes in Petanque, weightlifting and boxing.
The Union Minster also instructed the managers and coaches to provide nutritious foods under the guidance of the medical experts. He also stressed the need to provide necessary training equipment for effectiveness.
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Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Jeng Phang Naw Taung, along with the Deputy Minister and officials, visited the sports teams, undergoing training for the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Nay Pyi Taw on Saturday. They observed the training sessions of athletes in Petanque, weightlifting and boxing.
The Union Minster also instructed the managers and coaches to provide nutritious foods under the guidance of the medical experts. He also stressed the need to provide necessary training equipment for effectiveness.
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Myanmar’s national men’s football team defeated Pakistan 1-0 in the 2027 Asian Cup third qualifying round Group E second match held on 10 June at Thuwunna Stadium, Yangon.
This victory marked Myanmar’s second consecutive win in the third round, boosting hopes for advancing. Myanmar won both home matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan. Over 30,000 passionate Myanmar football fans filled Thuwunna Stadium to cheer for the team, which secured three points.
Myanmar’s national men’s football team defeated Pakistan 1-0 in the 2027 Asian Cup third qualifying round Group E second match held on 10 June at Thuwunna Stadium, Yangon.
This victory marked Myanmar’s second consecutive win in the third round, boosting hopes for advancing. Myanmar won both home matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan. Over 30,000 passionate Myanmar football fans filled Thuwunna Stadium to cheer for the team, which secured three points.
Despite some injured players, Myanmar’s lineup included the main players, including Hein Htet Aung, Maung Maung Lwin and Than Paing. Myanmar played aggressively from the start, while Pakistan responded strongly, aiming to score. Myanmar’s only goal came in 41 minutes from Than Paing, giving Myanmar the lead, which they maintained until the final whistle. The second half saw substitutions and attacking efforts from both sides, but the score remained unchanged.
Myanmar currently holds six points from two matches in Group E, while Pakistan has lost both matches without scoring. Myanmar will face Syria away on 9 October in their third group match. — KZL
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Myanmar’s national men’s football team defeated Pakistan 1-0 in the 2027 Asian Cup third qualifying round Group E second match held on 10 June at Thuwunna Stadium, Yangon.
This victory marked Myanmar’s second consecutive win in the third round, boosting hopes for advancing. Myanmar won both home matches against Afghanistan and Pakistan. Over 30,000 passionate Myanmar football fans filled Thuwunna Stadium to cheer for the team, which secured three points.
Despite some injured players, Myanmar’s lineup included the main players, including Hein Htet Aung, Maung Maung Lwin and Than Paing. Myanmar played aggressively from the start, while Pakistan responded strongly, aiming to score. Myanmar’s only goal came in 41 minutes from Than Paing, giving Myanmar the lead, which they maintained until the final whistle. The second half saw substitutions and attacking efforts from both sides, but the score remained unchanged.
Myanmar currently holds six points from two matches in Group E, while Pakistan has lost both matches without scoring. Myanmar will face Syria away on 9 October in their third group match. — KZL
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WITH efforts by the Myanmar Boxing Commission (MBC), the national flag of Myanmar is now included on the championship belts awarded by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF).
Formed in 2024 with the approval of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, the Myanmar Boxing Commission has since organized professional boxing matches locally and facilitated the participation of Myanmar boxers in international bouts, including WBC-sanctioned events in Japan and OPBF matches in Thailand.
WITH efforts by the Myanmar Boxing Commission (MBC), the national flag of Myanmar is now included on the championship belts awarded by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF).
Formed in 2024 with the approval of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, the Myanmar Boxing Commission has since organized professional boxing matches locally and facilitated the participation of Myanmar boxers in international bouts, including WBC-sanctioned events in Japan and OPBF matches in Thailand.
In February 2025, the WBC and its affiliate OPBF, which recognize over 160 member countries, officially accepted MBC as a member nation. As a result, Myanmar’s national flag is now represented on their championship belts.
WBC is one of the four major global sanctioning bodies in professional boxing, alongside WBA, WBO and IBF. With MBC’s acceptance into WBC, the other three major bodies have also formally recognized Myanmar as a member, paving the way for the country’s flag to be featured on future belts across all affiliated organizations. — Arkar Linn/KZL
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
WITH efforts by the Myanmar Boxing Commission (MBC), the national flag of Myanmar is now included on the championship belts awarded by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF).
Formed in 2024 with the approval of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, the Myanmar Boxing Commission has since organized professional boxing matches locally and facilitated the participation of Myanmar boxers in international bouts, including WBC-sanctioned events in Japan and OPBF matches in Thailand.
In February 2025, the WBC and its affiliate OPBF, which recognize over 160 member countries, officially accepted MBC as a member nation. As a result, Myanmar’s national flag is now represented on their championship belts.
WBC is one of the four major global sanctioning bodies in professional boxing, alongside WBA, WBO and IBF. With MBC’s acceptance into WBC, the other three major bodies have also formally recognized Myanmar as a member, paving the way for the country’s flag to be featured on future belts across all affiliated organizations. — Arkar Linn/KZL
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar