World Cup 2026
Aymen Hussein says he is fit for Iraq’s decisive Senegal match
The Iraq striker left the France defeat in the first half with a muscle issue, but says he is ready to return for the final group-stage game
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Brazil
- Football memorabilia Casillas’ 2010 World Cup final shirt missing from Barcelona museum Legends Museum says the shirt worn by Spain’s captain in the 2010 final was found missing during a routine collection review, with efforts underway to locate it
- Brazil kit dispute Brazil Blocks Red Goalkeeper Shirts Before Scotland Match A report says FIFA changed the planned kit color to green after Brazilian federation president Samir Zhao objected to red being used for the national team
- World Cup Group K Portugal make three changes for Uzbekistan, with Ronaldo still starting Roberto Martínez turns to Rúben Dias and João Félix after Portugal’s opening draw, while Uzbekistan also change goalkeepers for the Group K match in Houston
World Cup records
Ronaldo’s World Cup chase shifts from Messi to Eusébio
Portugal’s captain has gone five straight knockout-stage World Cup matches without a goal and now needs at least two to pass Eusébio’s national mark
World Cup 2026
Messi double sends Argentina through and breaks World Cup scoring record
The 38-year-old scored twice against Austria in Dallas, moving to 18 career World Cup goals and drawing praise from Ronaldo Nazário, Miroslav Klose and others
From Cristiano Ronaldo to Luka Modric, here are the 10 oldest players competing at the 2026 World Cup
Craig Gordon, 43, is the oldest player at the World Cup, followed by Cristiano Ronaldo, 41. Here are the 10 oldest players in the tournament.
Transfer market
Barcelona Holds Line on Julián Álvarez Fee as Atletico Tensions Rise
A report says Álvarez has signaled he wants to leave Atletico Madrid, but Barcelona is not prepared to match a reported €150 million valuation pushed higher by Real Madrid interest
World Cup 2026
Japan’s Takefusa Kubo Begins Light Running After Knee Injury
The Real Sociedad midfielder missed Japan’s second World Cup match in Monterrey but has resumed limited on-field work as he targets a return against Sweden or later
Belgium World Cup
Belgium fans lose faith after back-to-back World Cup draws
A poll cited by Varzesh3 found most supporters still expect Belgium to advance, but only a small minority believe the Red Devils can now top the group
Belgium-Iran draw
Courtois saves Belgium from Iran scare in scoreless draw
Belgium had the larger shot count, but a former Red Flames goalkeeper said Thibaut Courtois was the reason Rudi Garcia’s side avoided a damaging defeat
World Cup
Salah sparks Egypt’s first World Cup win in comeback over New Zealand
Egypt overturned a halftime deficit in Vancouver, with Mohamed Salah’s second-half goal helping lift the team to the top of Group G
World Cup
Lamine Yamal trails only Pelé after electric World Cup start
The 18-year-old scored in his first World Cup start for Spain, matching rare youth marks that put him just behind Pelé in the record book
World Cup 2026
Norway and Senegal set for pivotal Group 9 meeting
Norway can move closer to the knockout stage after opening with a 4-1 win over Iraq, while Senegal risk leaving their fate to the final day if they lose again
Brazil’s No. 10 under scrutiny
Neymar’s Brazil Recall Draws Criticism as Ancelotti Stands Firm
The injured forward has yet to play in the tournament, but Brazil’s coach and senior teammates continue to defend his place in the squad
World Cup media backlash
French presenter absent from L’Équipe show after Doku comments draw backlash
France Pierron’s remarks about Jérémy Doku possibly leaving Belgium’s World Cup camp for his child’s birth prompted criticism and a statement from L’Équipe distancing itself from her views
World Cup
Cape Verde keeper Vozinha gets family moment after viral World Cup heroics
After a standout display against Spain made the 39-year-old goalkeeper a global talking point, his mother received clearance to travel and watch him face Uruguay
World Cup 2026
Argentina’s Darío Herrera set to referee Iran-Belgium match
The experienced FIFA official has handled Superclásicos, Copa América games and a Copa Libertadores final, but his record also includes high-profile controversies
World Cup 2026
Lopetegui says Madibo had no intent after Qatar’s heavy Canada defeat
Qatar’s coach said two red cards changed the match in a 6-0 loss and called the next game against Bosnia and Herzegovina a decisive test
Media accountability
Luzu TV drops host and production team after false report on Messi’s father
Florencia Peña apologized to Lionel Messi’s family after saying on live television that his father may have died, a claim relatives quickly denied
Group-stage pressure
Turkey and Paraguay face early final after heavy opening losses
Both teams enter their second group match at Lopez Stadium under pressure after Turkey lost to Australia and Paraguay were beaten by the host United States
World Cup 2026
Saudi Arabia weigh low-block plan as Spain seek World Cup response
A Kooora analysis says Saudi Arabia may look to Egypt’s defensive model, with Lamine Yamal expected to be limited to about 45 to 60 minutes if he starts
Canada 6, Qatar 0
Ismaël Koné stretchered off as Canada routs Qatar in Vancouver
Coach Jesse Marsch was visibly moved after the 24-year-old’s leg injury, saying Koné is central to Canada’s future while the team awaits his recovery
WNBA
Harrison ejected after dragging Angel Reese down in Dream rout
The Flagrant 2 foul came during a third-quarter battle in the paint as Atlanta beat Toronto 102-77 and improved to 9-4
WNBA
Harrison ejected after dragging Reese down in Dream’s rout of Tempo
The Flagrant 2 foul came in the third quarter of Atlanta’s 102-77 win in Toronto, where Reese finished one offensive rebound shy of a WNBA record
Tuchel's 'W' strategy
England's clever plan to crush Croatia
England begin their bid to end a 60-year wait for a World Cup title against Croatia in the sweltering heat of Dallas on Wednesday.
NBA Finals
No foul called after Wembanyama pushes Brunson down in Game 3
The first-half sequence at Madison Square Garden added to scrutiny of Victor Wembanyama’s physical play as the Knicks and Spurs met in the NBA Finals
NBA Finals
Bloomberg unharmed after Knicks guard dives into courtside seats
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was checked on after Jose Alvarado chased a loose ball into the stands during Game 3, which San Antonio won 115-111
NBA Finals
Mike Brown questions officiating after Knicks’ Game 3 loss to Spurs
Brown pointed to a 24-8 second-half free throw gap after San Antonio’s 115-111 win, while Knicks players said turnovers and execution mattered more
NBA Finals
Wembanyama scores 32 as Spurs beat Knicks in Game 3
San Antonio’s 115-111 win at Madison Square Garden snapped New York’s 13-game playoff winning streak and cut the Knicks’ Finals lead to 2-1
French Open
Alexander Zverev wins French Open for first Grand Slam title
Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli in five sets at Roland Garros, ending a long wait after three previous losses in major finals
NBA Finals
NBA rescinds Mitchell Robinson technical from Game 2
The Knicks center was called after a shoving match with Victor Wembanyama, but the ruling was wiped away after review following New York’s 105-104 win
International soccer
Christian Eriksen conscious after collapsing during Denmark friendly
The Danish Football Union said the 34-year-old was feeling well under the circumstances after Sunday’s match against Ukraine was abandoned
Federal lawsuit
Lawsuit seeks to block UFC Freedom 250 at White House
Two Virginia residents are asking a federal court for an emergency injunction, arguing the South Lawn event bypassed permitting and environmental rules
NFL
Broncos’ Jonathon Cooper apologizes after domestic violence arrest
The Denver edge rusher posted Bible verses and an apology on Instagram after he and his girlfriend were arrested following a Colorado incident
Giants
Florio says Jaxson Dart dodged key Trump question after Giants backlash
Dart said his introduction of President Donald Trump reflected respect for the office, but Mike Florio argued the Giants quarterback did not address why the appearance drew criticism
NBA
Rick Adelman, Hall of Fame NBA coach, dies at 79
Adelman won 1,042 regular-season games over 23 seasons and led Portland to two NBA Finals before shaping Sacramento’s playoff-era Kings
World Cup
Tim Howard says USMNT should win its World Cup group, can reach quarterfinals
The former U.S. goalkeeper said the home tournament carries a clear benchmark, while the final in New Jersey feels like a full-circle moment
TNA Impact
KC Navarro, Xia Brookside earn TNA title shots on Impact
Navarro pinned Mustafa Ali and Brookside pinned Lei Ying Lee in Champions Challenge matches, while Leon Slater was added to Ultimate X at Slammiversary
Pro wrestling
Ronda Rousey says family plans limit another wrestling run
After surprise appearances on the independent scene and at AEW Revolution, Rousey said a full- or part-time return to pro wrestling does not fit the life she is planning next
NFL offseason
Why Deshaun Watson’s Browns reset is back in focus
A new coach, a more familiar passing system and a remade supporting cast are the case for optimism, but injuries and years of limited production keep expectations cautious
MLB
Bob Horner, former Braves slugger and 1978 NL Rookie of the Year, dies at 68
The Atlanta Braves said Horner, a No. 1 overall pick who once hit four home runs in one game, died but did not announce a cause of death
AEW fallout
Kevin Knight defends Darby Allin attack as MJF draws new title threats
On a post-Double or Nothing double episode of “Dynamite” and “Collision,” AEW reset several major programs, including MJF’s third world title reign and the Owen Hart tournament
NFL locker room fallout
Joe Theismann says Dart-Carter Trump flare-up won’t split Giants
The former Washington quarterback said political differences are common in locker rooms, but players ultimately return their attention to football
Portugal World Cup squad
Ronaldo set for sixth World Cup as Portugal names squad
Roberto Martinez selected the 41-year-old forward for Portugal’s 2026 campaign and added a symbolic place for the late Diogo Jota
NFL honors
Jaxon Smith-Njigba calls out typo on Offensive Player of the Year trophy
The Seahawks receiver showed an award engraved as “Defensive Player of Theyear” after a season in which he led the NFL in receiving yards
MLB
Mariners place Cal Raleigh on injured list for first time in his career
The Seattle catcher is out with a right oblique strain during a sharp early-season downturn after his record-setting 60-homer year in 2025
Rugby league
Glenora Bears player Eugene Hanna dies at 30 after season-opening injury
The New Zealand club said Hanna was injured in a Premier Reserves match against the Te Atatu Roosters and later died after care at Auckland Hospital
TNA Impact
Cedric Alexander wins TNA X Division title, ending Leon Slater’s record bid
Alexander defeated Slater in a two-out-of-three falls match on “Impact” in Sacramento, while Fabian Aichner appeared to position himself as the next challenger
NFL streaming
Baldwin criticizes Netflix-only Packers holiday game
The Wisconsin senator said the NFL’s Thanksgiving Eve matchup between the Packers and Rams shows why fans need broader access to local team broadcasts
World Cup 2026
Tyler Adams says USMNT ready for home World Cup stage
The U.S. captain said American crowds should give the team a lift as it opens Group D play against Paraguay on June 12 in Los Angeles
Motorsports
Kyle Larson says future Double attempts are unlikely while he races NASCAR full time
Larson revisits the strain of trying the Indy 500-Coca-Cola 600 same-day challenge in a new Amazon Prime Video documentary due next week
Lakers' Luka Doncic plans to spend time with his kids while locked in custody battle over playing for Slovenia
Luka Doncic said he will forgo playing for the Slovenian national team this summer to focus on his daughters amid his ongoing custody battle.
Sports and accountability
Four More Women Accuse Marcellus Wiley of Sexual Assault
The former NFL player and ESPN analyst denies the accusations, calling them “blatant lies,” as the number of accusers cited in a new report reaches seven
MLB betting preview
Rays favored over Blue Jays as Rasmussen-Gausman matchup sets betting case
Tampa Bay enters the preview at -130, with the argument centered on its strong home start, Toronto’s early struggles and Drew Rasmussen’s form
Independent wrestling
Richard Holliday’s indie rise leads to ACW Reckoning match with Andrade
The Connecticut wrestler, who brands himself the “most marketable” man in pro wrestling, is scheduled to face Andrade El Idolo at the MJN Center on May 16
NBA playoffs
Wembanyama sets playoff blocks record, but Spurs drop Game 1
The San Antonio star had 11 points, 15 rebounds and 12 blocks in a 104-102 loss to Minnesota, which got Anthony Edwards back sooner than expected
Yankees
John Sterling, longtime Yankees radio voice, dies at 87
WFAN announced the death of the broadcaster whose calls became part of Yankees radio for more than three decades
Mets 5, Angels 1
Carson Benge’s ninth-inning dive helps Mets seal series win over Angels
The rookie right fielder’s late catch cut off a potential Angels rally as New York took two of three in Anaheim
Track and field
Allyson Felix says she will chase 2028 Olympic comeback in Los Angeles
The 11-time Olympic medalist told Time she plans to come out of retirement and pursue a spot on the U.S. team at age 42
Pro wrestling
TNA’s Xia Brookside says baptism marks ‘a new chapter
The TNA wrestler shared a baptism video as her on-screen feud with Lei Ying Lee continues around the Knockouts title picture
Warriors
Kerr says Green crossed lines he can ‘never forgive
The Warriors coach described a combustible partnership with Draymond Green, pairing sharp criticism with high praise for the forward’s defensive genius
NFL allegations
Le’Veon Bell alleges Adam Gase used cocaine in Jets office
Bell said on a podcast that he personally saw his former New York Jets coach use cocaine before practice. The allegation has not been independently corroborated in the supplied report
NBA Awards
Cooper Flagg edges Kon Knueppel for NBA Rookie of the Year
The Mavericks’ 19-year-old star won a close 2025-26 vote after a season-long race that tightened around Knueppel’s Play-In Tournament struggles
Monte Coleman, three-time Super Bowl champion with Washington, dies at 68
The longtime linebacker played all 16 of his NFL seasons for Washington and later led Arkansas-Pine Bluff to a SWAC title as head coach
World Cup 2026
Infantino says Iran will ‘for sure’ play at U.S.-cohosted 2026 World Cup
The FIFA president argued sport should stay outside politics as war fuels doubts; Iran has two group games slated in Inglewood and Seattle
Good news for Canada's soccer team
Alphonso Davies Shows Positive Signs as He Builds Toward World Cup Return
Canada captain plays extended minutes for Bayern Munich in Champions League win over Real Madrid