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2026 IIHF World Junior Championship opens in Minnesota
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship begins Dec. 26 in Saint Paul and St. Paul arenas, running through Jan. 5, featuring top U20 national teams and NHL prospects like Montreal draftee Jonas Handel among the participants.
College football bowl results and holiday games shake final rankings
Several December 26 bowl games and holiday matchups are impacting year-end polls and playoff considerations, with ESPN providing pregame coverage and analysis for matchups such as Central Michigan vs. Northwestern and other December fixtures.
Michigan men's basketball remains unbeaten, hosts McNeese Dec. 29
No. 2 Michigan (11–0) will close 2025 at Crisler Center against McNeese on Dec. 29 in a Fan Appreciation Night contest as the Wolverines continue a winning start to the season.
NFL Christmas slate includes Cowboys vs. Commanders game
The Christmas Day NFL schedule featured the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders, a high-profile matchup that drew national attention and streaming interest across platforms.
Qatar expands sports tourism and global influence
Qatar is increasing investment in sports tourism and leveraging major events to boost cultural exchange and international influence, according to industry reporting on sports-tourism trends.
Holiday and regional college tournaments running across U.S.
Multiple holiday tournaments — from the Keene State Rob Colbert Holiday Basketball Tournament to others across New England — are staging games Dec. 26–27, providing competition for high school and college teams.
Fixture Calendar lists packed global sporting schedule through year-end
Comprehensive event calendars show a dense slate of fixtures across motorsport, cricket, rugby, and football as the year closes, reflecting schedules and ticket information for major sports worldwide.
Club and international soccer: mid-season transfers and fixtures
With domestic leagues in mid-season, clubs are active with transfers and fixture congestion; global fixture services are tracking matches and seasonal schedules for leagues and cups.
Rugby Champions Cup and domestic competitions reach knockout stages
European club rugby competitions are moving toward knockout rounds in late December and early January, with domestic leagues balancing international windows as teams prepare for decisive fixtures.
NHL teams prepare for busy December schedule and roster moves
NHL clubs are navigating a congested December schedule and managing roster decisions ahead of the new year; coverage and team previews are available for upcoming tournaments and regular-season games.