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Easter Island away, a drug lord in midfield, squirrel costumes, and 17 more bizarre stories from across the globe

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In a new book, Paul Watson regales some of the planet’s weirdest footballing tales, including the club with a suspected drug lord in midfield, fans who dress up as squirrels and a Benin side itching for revenge. Read on for 20 barely believable stories from all four corners of the globe… Easter Island (A) When … Read more

Lindsey Vonn Sits Atop Downhill Standings Despite Being Sidelined From Crystal Globe Bid

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Lindsey Vonn is reigning as the top downhill woman in the World Cup standings, but she will not be in contention for the Crystal Globe. This was a hard blow, as she was sidelined following her crash at the 2026 Milan–Cortina Olympics, which required immediate orthopedic surgery. Vonn was having a season for the record … Read more