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Qatar book first-ever Asian Cup final berth but win marred by sandal-throwing UAE fans

The 2022 World Cup hosts will meet Japan after an ill-tempered semi-final against the tournament hosts.

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Jan 29th 2019, 6:08 PM

Scottish police arrest 12 men over paramilitary banners displayed at Celtic Park

The arrests are in relation to signs unfurled during the Champions League qualifier against Linfield.

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Aug 1st 2017, 1:49 PM

Ukraine bans Russia's Eurovision singer from entering the country

The singer is said to have performed in Russia-annexed Crimea, prompting Ukrainian fury.

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Mar 22nd 2017, 2:11 PM