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The U20 Ice Hockey World Championship takes place around the turn of the year. Russia is largely isolated from international sporting events due to political tensions.
On Wednesday, Canada's government finally decided to take a clear step. Russian athletes, it said in a letter from the responsible ministry to the World Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), would not receive an entry permit for the U20 World Cup.
According to media reports, this should even apply to athletes who already have visas because they play for North American organizations. In any case, the message is clear: Canada is blocking the participation of Russia's national team in the U20 World Cup planned around the turn of the year by not allowing any athletes into the country.

BVB President Hans-Joachim Watzke has asked Felix Nmecha to reconsider his controversial, religiously motivated goal celebration. The celebration is connected to the network 'Ballers in God', which has been criticized for anti-queer statements.

Manchester United have parted ways with coach Michael Carrick after a poor start to the season. Current US national coach Mauricio Pochettino is considered a potential successor, while Pep Guardiola is being discussed as a candidate for the US team.
The U.S. Soccer Federation has withdrawn its U17 national team from the upcoming World Cup in Qatar due to safety concerns. The US State Department had previously issued a level three travel advisory for the country.

The DFB has clarified that an Instagram picture of Jürgen Klopp was used in connection with Felix Nmecha's controversial goal celebration without his knowledge or consent. Nmecha had previously distanced himself but reiterated his religious beliefs.
Manchester United have parted ways with manager Michael Carrick after less than a year. The club is currently only 18th in the Premier League. According to media reports, a successor has already been determined.
The BVB player Felix Nmecha caused a stir with a religious celebration of the goal, which refers to the criticized network “Ballers in God”. The DFB and Jürgen Klopp were also exploited by the association without authorization on social media.