News: Sports
Cyprus news in the “Sports” category — updated throughout the day.
SportsWorld Cup round of 32 set after expanded group stage, with favorites and surprise teams advancing
Miami Gardens, United States. The round of 32 at the largest World Cup to date is set after 72 matches eliminated 16 of the 48 teams in the group stage. Pre-tournament favorites including France,…
SportsINEX Club Charity Ride 2026 draws 120 cyclists in Cyprus and supports youth cycling initiatives
Nicosia, Cyprus. The INEX Club Charity Ride 2026 concluded successfully in Cyprus on May 10, 2026, with 160…
SportsCyprus-based Nireas to compete in Aegean 600 with Cypriot and Polish crew
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. The privately funded yacht Nireas, crewed jointly by Cypriot and Polish sailors, will compete in…
SportsNireas to compete in Aegean 600 with Cypriot and Polish crew
Ayia Napa, Cyprus. The Cyprus-based yacht Nireas, jointly crewed by Cypriot and Polish sailors, will compete in next…
SportsCyprus Women sweep Malta 5-0 in T20I series during ICC Women’s Cricket Week
Episkopi, Cyprus. Cyprus and Malta played a five-match Women’s T20I bilateral series at Happy Valley Ground in Episkopi…
SportsCFA, IOM and UNHCR host football event for refugee children in Cyprus
Kofinou, Cyprus. The Cyprus Football Association, in partnership with the International Organisation for Migration and the UN Refugee…
SportsIran to file FIFA complaint over U.S. travel restrictions at World Cup
Washington, United States. Iran plans to lodge a complaint with FIFA over travel restrictions its team is facing…
SportsVera Tugolukova becomes first Cypriot rhythmic gymnast with FIG-approved element
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus rhythmic gymnast Vera Tugolukova has had a new element named after her by World Gymnastics,…
SportsRobotex Pancyprian Educational and Athletics Robotics Competition to be held in Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Cyprus Computer Society is preparing to host the ninth Robotex Pancyprian Educational and Athletics Robotics…
SportsSports professionals call for reforms after Audit Office report on KOA oversight
Nicosia, Cyprus. Sports professionals on Tuesday called for substantive reforms, effective control mechanisms and full implementation of the…
SportsTrump hosts UFC event on White House lawn amid anniversary celebrations
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump hosted seven Ultimate Fighting Championship bouts on the White House lawn…