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đź“…January 4, 2026 at 1:00 AM
NFL wild-card playoffs, IIHF World Junior semis, EPL matches, United Cup tennis, and Ashes cricket test dominate today's global sports action.
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NFL Wild-Card Playoffs Underway with Key Matchups

Regional coverage features Green Bay at Minnesota, Cleveland at Cincinnati, and more at 1 p.m. ET on CBS and FOX. Later games include L.A. Chargers at Denver and Kansas City at Las Vegas at 4:25 p.m., culminating in Baltimore at Pittsburgh at 8:20 p.m. on NBC and Peacock.Source 1

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IIHF World Junior Hockey Semifinals Heat Up

Sweden faces Finland at 4:30 p.m. ET on NHLN in Saint Paul, Minn. Canada then plays Czechia at 8:30 p.m. ET on NHLN in the 2026 championship semifinals.Source 1

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Manchester United vs Leeds United in Premier League

English Premier League action sees Manchester United at Leeds United at 7:30 a.m. ET on USA. Liverpool follows at Fulham at 10 a.m. ET on USA.Source 1

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Liverpool Takes on Fulham in EPL

Liverpool visits Fulham at 10 a.m. ET on USA in a key Premier League fixture. Earlier, Coventry City at Birmingham City in the Championship at 6:55 a.m. on CBSSN.Source 1

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Ashes 5th Test: Australia vs England at SCG

The decisive Ashes 5th Test runs from January 4-8 at Sydney Cricket Ground. This cricket showdown could clinch the series for either side.Source 2

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United Cup Tennis Day 3 and 4 Group Stage

United Cup features ATP/WTA early rounds in Brisbane at 6 a.m. ET on TENNIS. Day 4 continues at 6:30 p.m. ET, including Auckland WTA and Hong Kong ATP.Source 1

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Saudi Pro League: Al Hilal at Damac FC

Al Hilal faces Damac FC at 12:15 p.m. ET on FS2 in men's soccer action. Wrexham at Derby County in English Championship at 9:55 a.m. on CBSSN.Source 1

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College Football Division III Championship

North Central (Ill.) vs. Wis.-River Falls airs at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN from Canton, Ohio. This concludes the DIII season with top small-school teams.Source 1

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NBA G-League: Santa Cruz at Oklahoma City

Santa Cruz Warriors visit Oklahoma City Blue at 3 p.m. ET on NBATV. G-League provides key development matchups for NBA prospects.Source 1

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Horse Racing: America’s Day at the Races

NYRA's America’s Day at the Races broadcasts at 2:30 p.m. ET on FS1. Features top thoroughbred action from leading tracks.Source 1

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2026 World Baseball Classic Predicted Massive Hit

The upcoming WBC will feature MLB superstars like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, boosting global appeal. Netflix secured Japanese rights, Fox U.S. broadcast.Source 3

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Winter Olympics Milano Cortina 2026 Approaches

The 2026 Winter Olympics run February 6-22 in Milano Cortina, highlighting a packed sports year. Preceded by busy January events worldwide.Source 2Source 7