Arsenal defender Saliba sidelined for ‘extended period’ due to back injury
Centre back William Saliba won’t require surgery for injury sustained at World Cup, his club says.
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Philipsen wins Tour de France 17th stage as Pogacar retains overall lead
Belgium’s Jasper Philipsen won the 17th stage of the 2026 Tour de France on Wednesday with a comfortable lead ahead of Mauro Schmid and Olav Kooij at the end of the Alpine stage. While Tadej Pogacar struggled throughout the stage after suffering from …
English FA charges Southampton coach Tonda Eckert over ‘spygate’ scandal
Allegations of spying on rivals led to Southampton’s expulsion from the Championship playoff final.
Italy makes financial ‘exceptions’ in bid to hire Pep Guardiola as coach
Italy’s football federation chief holds talks with Guardiola over vacant role, but appointment not yet confirmed.
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa retires after 22-year career
The 41-year-old, who played in six FIFA World Cups, announces he will retire from both club and country.
Chelsea signs Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in record British deal
The 23-year-old Rogers, one of the Premier League’s top attacking talents, has signed a contract until 2033.
FIFA World Cup final draws record viewership in United States
Figures reveal that viewership remained strong even after the USA were eliminated from tournament.
Australian cricket star David Warner pleads guilty to drink-driving
Incident puts Warner’s position as captain of Sydney Thunder in doubt
Goats of football: Indian village holds tournament with an indigenous twist
In a remote district surrounded by forests and hills, teams from tribal villages compete for football glory – and goats.
Liverpool FC in talks to sell minority stake to Mittal-backed consortium
The consortium is led by British-Indian investor Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of Indian steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal.