Sports Mislav Oršić returns to Dinamo Zagreb: Major Maksimir boost after his spell with Pafos FC Mislav Oršić is a Dinamo Zagreb player again after his contract with Pafos FC expired. The legendary winger returns to Maksimir as a free agent three years after leaving Zagreb, with 216 appearances, 91 goals and the status of a hero from major European wins over Tottenham, Atalanta and Chelsea Jun 9, 2026 at 7:24 PM · Sports desk
Sports Hamilton shows Ferrari speed in Monaco but raises concern over sudden qualifying performance drop Lewis Hamilton’s third place in qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix underlined his pace at Ferrari and answered recent criticism. However, after strong practice sessions, he said the team must understand why the car behaved differently in qualifying and lost part of its expected performance Jun 9, 2026 at 6:18 PM · Sports desk
Sports Mbappé on Ronaldo and Messi debate: Cristiano remains his idol, but Leo earns rare football praise too Kylian Mbappé has reignited the debate about Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. While calling Ronaldo his idol, he stressed that Messi is a special phenomenon and rejected the simple split between talent and hard work. His answer underlines the greatness of both football icons and their long dominance Jun 9, 2026 at 6:15 PM · Sports desk
Sports Marko Livaja stays at Hajduk, captain joins Gonzalo Garcia’s preparations with contract until 2027 Marko Livaja has decided to stay at Hajduk for the 2026/2027 season, giving Poljud a crucial answer before pre-season begins. The captain and leading figure of the Split side will be available to Gonzalo Garcia from day one, while a possible contract extension remains unresolved Jun 9, 2026 at 5:56 PM · Sports desk
Sports ESPN and Pat McAfee in contract talks after growth of The Pat McAfee Show and College GameDay ESPN and Pat McAfee are reportedly discussing a long-term extension, even though his current deal runs through 2028. The growth of The Pat McAfee Show, his College GameDay role and his digital reach have made him one of the most important figures in American sports media Jun 9, 2026 at 4:16 PM · Sports desk
Sports Lassana Diarra and FIFA Settlement That Reshapes Transfer Rules and Opens a New Football Legal Battle Lassana Diarra’s settlement with FIFA closes his personal dispute, but the Court of Justice ruling continues to pressure the transfer system. The former Real Madrid, Arsenal and France midfielder’s case raises questions over player mobility, club compensation and the future rules of football’s labour market Jun 9, 2026 at 1:43 PM · Sports desk
Sports Manchester United and Manchester City in race for Elliot Anderson as Forest seek around £100 million Manchester United believe they can beat Manchester City to Elliot Anderson, the 23-year-old Nottingham Forest midfielder and England international. Forest are reluctant to sell, while reports suggest the club value one of the Premier League’s most wanted midfielders at around £100 million Jun 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM · Sports desk
Sports Somali referee Omar Artan ruled out of the 2026 World Cup after United States entry refusal in Miami Somali football referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will not officiate at the 2026 World Cup after United States authorities refused him entry following his arrival in Miami from Istanbul. FIFA confirmed that the host country’s decision prevents him from joining preparations or taking part in the tournament, ending a historic opportunity for Somali refereeing Jun 9, 2026 at 9:42 AM · Sports desk
Sports Croatia jersey for the 2026 World Cup ranked last by The Athletic as HNS defends its 1990 kit design The Athletic ranked Croatia’s jersey for the 2026 World Cup last among all 48 national teams, even as HNS and Nike highlight its link to the historic 1990 match against the United States. The debate over the red-and-white checkerboard design now moves from kit rankings to the tournament pitch, where results often reshape opinion Jun 9, 2026 at 9:38 AM · Sports desk
Sports Russia launches major campaign to restore flag and anthem at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games amid IOC limits Russian officials are intensifying diplomatic efforts for full Olympic reinstatement before the Los Angeles 2028 Games. The IOC still maintains the individual neutral athlete model, while decisions by federations such as World Aquatics have reopened debate over Russia’s return with its flag and anthem after years of suspensions, eligibility checks and political disputes Jun 9, 2026 at 8:53 AM · Sports desk
Sports Audi and FIS extend partnership through 2030 for Alpine World Cup and next Olympic cycle in ski racing FIS and Audi are continuing their long-running cooperation through 2030, keeping Audi as title sponsor of the Alpine World Cup and partner of the world championships. The agreement covers the next Olympic cycle, strengthens World Cup visibility and reinforces one of alpine skiing's most recognizable commercial partnerships Jun 9, 2026 at 8:52 AM · Sports desk
Sports Belgian Olympic and Paralympic committees to merge into new BOPC for Team Belgium from 2027 Belgium’s Olympic and Paralympic sport system will enter a new phase in 2027 as BOIC and BPC become the unified BOPC. The merger creates one structure for Team Belgium and Paralympic Team Belgium, aiming to strengthen athlete support, increase the visibility of Paralympic sport and build a clearer national sports identity Jun 9, 2026 at 8:52 AM · Sports desk