Sports Pickford backs Tuchel as England prepare for World Cup knockout test against DR Congo in Atlanta at 2026 finals Follow England's first World Cup 2026 knockout test as Jordan Pickford publicly backs Thomas Tuchel before the clash with DR Congo in Atlanta. The build-up centers on injuries, squad unity, tactical discipline and the pressure of ending a long title wait Jun 30, 2026 at 9:00 PM · Sports desk
Sports Germany stunned by Paraguay on penalties in Boston as Nagelsmann and DFB face pressure after World Cup exit Follow why Germany's penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay sparked fierce reaction, put Julian Nagelsmann's future under scrutiny and reopened debate over DFB reform after another World Cup disappointment. Missed chances, Orlando Gill's saves and a blunt attack defined the night Jun 30, 2026 at 8:43 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tyson Fury vs Mariusz Wach in Pattaya on 24 July: charity showdown and tune-up for looming Joshua clash Follow Tyson Fury's ring comeback against seasoned Mariusz Wach under Pattaya's tropical lights. Staged a day before Anthony Joshua's Saudi appearance, the bout fuses sport and charity: ticket revenue funds Thai projects and Netflix is poised to carry the signal. Learn how this tune-up could influence the Fury-Joshua mega fight set for autumn Jun 30, 2026 at 8:34 PM · Sports desk
Sports Barcelona line up €150 million bid for Julián Álvarez as record-breaking striker move edges closer this summer Barcelona have tabled a €150 million offer for Argentina forward Julián Álvarez, setting the stage for the most talked-about deal of the summer window. The fee would shatter the Catalans' transfer record and give Diego Simeone funds to reshape Atlético Madrid, while Xavi targets a relentless presser to lead his new-look attack Jun 30, 2026 at 8:27 PM · Sports desk
Sports England lose Reece James and Jarell Quansah for DR Congo clash: Tuchel’s tactical puzzle in Atlanta heat Ahead of their World Cup Round of 32 match in Atlanta, England have lost both first-choice right-backs. Thomas Tuchel’s side must improvise after injuries to Reece James and Jarell Quansah, while DR Congo dream of a giant-killing. Get the tactical context, numbers and possible replacements inside Jun 30, 2026 at 8:11 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tottenham Hotspur sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham in £85m blockbuster move as De Zerbi reshapes midfield Tottenham Hotspur have agreed an £85-million deal with West Ham for 21-year-old Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes. The move, sealed after overtaking Manchester United’s bid, underlines Roberto De Zerbi’s bold rebuild while handing the relegated Hammers a crucial financial boost Jun 30, 2026 at 7:51 PM · Sports desk
Sports LeBron James departs Lakers: pivotal move powering Golden State Warriors superteam hopes and reshaping NBA balance After eight seasons, the NBA's all-time scoring leader has stunned basketball by declining to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the most coveted free agent in years. We analyse what LeBron James' exit means for a rebuilding Lakers roster, how Golden State might pair him with Stephen Curry, and the league-wide dominoes poised to fall Jun 30, 2026 at 7:44 PM · Sports desk
Sports Wimbledon: Bouzas Maneiro halted over dark stripe, strict 'all-white code' under scrutiny on iconic grass court Spanish player Jessica Bouzas Maneiro was forced to delay her Wimbledon 2026 opener after the chair umpire flagged a dark stripe on her shirt. The brief interruption reignited debate over the tournament's near-all-white dress code, a century-old tradition and cornerstone of the Grand Slam's brand identity Jun 30, 2026 at 7:31 PM · Sports desk
Sports Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes faces New Zealand police probe ahead of historic World Cup clash with Argentina Record scorer Ryan Mendes is under investigation by New Zealand Police over an alleged March 2026 hotel assault on a Brazilian interpreter. With Cape Verde gearing up for a first-ever World Cup knockout tie against Argentina, the 36-year-old captain continues to play amid mounting scrutiny and ethical debate Jun 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM · Sports desk
Sports Abu Dhabi prepares 2026 world jiu-jitsu championship with 12,000 fighters and a global season finale Follow Abu Dhabi's build-up to a major jiu-jitsu season finale, from the organizing committee and Mubadala Arena schedule to a target of around 12,000 competitors. The November 2026 event brings together professional bouts, youth divisions, para jiu-jitsu and international academies Jun 30, 2026 at 10:29 AM · Sports desk
Sports IWF clears Russian and Belarusian weightlifters for all age groups amid Olympic qualification pressure Follow the IWF decision reshaping weightlifting: Russian and Belarusian athletes are cleared for all age categories, with major scrutiny expected as the road to Los Angeles 2028 qualification begins. The move reopens debate over neutrality, sanctions and sporting access Jun 30, 2026 at 10:29 AM · Sports desk
Sports Belgium and Netherlands turn FIH Pro League titles into the first Olympic hockey road toward LA28 and beyond Follow how Belgium's men and the Netherlands women turned FIH Pro League 2025/26 titles into the first direct Olympic quotas for Los Angeles 2028, giving both teams a calmer route toward the Hockey World Cup in Wavre and Amstelveen, their next major test Jun 30, 2026 at 10:20 AM · Sports desk