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Undefeated Indiana overwhelmed Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl, earning its first College Football Playoff national championship berth. The Hoosiers’ balanced attack and stout defense set the tone early, led by Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza. Next up: a title showdown against Miami on January 19.
Former captain Roy Keane has launched a sharp critique of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ongoing sway over Manchester United’s decisions, saying the legend and ex-executive David Gill still “hang around like a bad smell.” His comments come amid the club’s managerial turmoil and leadership questions.
At the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid event in Kolkata, former world champion Viswanathan Anand and rising star Nihal Sarin are tied for first after six rounds with 4.5 points each. Anand lost to Arjun Erigaisi early but rebounded with two wins, while Sarin scored three straight victories.
Real Madrid beat Atlético Madrid 2–1 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal in Jeddah, with goals from Federico Valverde and Rodrygo, earning a spot in the final. They’ll now face fierce rivals Barcelona in an El Clásico showdown for the title.
Twelve-year-old Argentine chess star Faustino Oro is closing in on becoming the youngest grandmaster ever. World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen applauded his talent, saying Oro is stronger at 12 than football legend Messi was at the same age — a huge compliment for the rising chess phenom.
