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Israel's Eli Dasa, centre right, pushes Republic of Ireland midfielder Jayson Molumby during the Nations League match at the TSC Arena in Backa Topola, Serbia, on October 4, 2026. AFP

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Alex Eala defeated Joanna Garland in the 2026 Asian Games quarter-finals. Getty Images

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