Sports Opta supercomputer ranks Spain ahead of France and England in the race for the 2026 World Cup England remain among the leading contenders for the 2026 World Cup, but Opta’s supercomputer gives Spain and France stronger title chances. Thomas Tuchel’s team, led by Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, are rated at around 11 percent, with the expanded tournament format adding another obstacle to their pursuit of a first world crown since 1966 Jun 3, 2026 at 10:18 PM · Sports desk
Sports Pierre Sage close to Lens exit as Crystal Palace seek Oliver Glasner successor Pierre Sage could leave Lens after a historic season in which he led the club to second place in Ligue 1, Champions League qualification and a Coupe de France trophy. Crystal Palace are searching for Oliver Glasner’s successor, while any deal may depend on the compensation Lens demand for a coach under contract until 2028 Jun 3, 2026 at 9:43 PM · Sports desk
Sports Lamine Yamal Set For World Cup As Spain Wait On Young Barcelona Star’s Recovery Lamine Yamal remains in Spain’s plans for the 2026 World Cup after a hamstring injury. Luis de la Fuente will not use him against Iraq, but the Spain coach expects the young Barcelona forward could be ready for the opening match against Cape Verde in Atlanta Jun 3, 2026 at 8:26 PM · Sports desk
Sports Nico Paz knee injury worries Argentina before World Cup 2026, with Buendía waiting for Scaloni’s decision Argentina enter the final stage of preparation for the 2026 World Cup with concern over Nico Paz. The young Como midfielder is still dealing with a knee problem suffered against Verona, and the coaching staff are monitoring him day by day. If he is not ready, Emiliano Buendía is mentioned as a possible replacement Jun 3, 2026 at 8:12 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tuchel explains why Cole Palmer missed England’s 2026 World Cup squad amid a fierce attacking battle Thomas Tuchel left Cole Palmer out of England’s 2026 World Cup squad and pointed to his Chelsea form, injury setbacks and fierce competition from Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze and Morgan Rogers. Palmer’s goal in the Euro 2024 final remains a major England moment, but it was not enough to secure a place Jun 3, 2026 at 8:08 PM · Sports desk
Sports Babić’s remarks after Goat League attack, Martinjak’s apology and legal fallout in Tomislav Mrkonjić case The Goat League final incident, in which Marko Martinjak seriously injured Tomislav Mrkonjić with a headbutt, moved far beyond the futsal court. After a police complaint, investigative detention and a public apology, Babić’s defence of the fighter sparked further debate over fair play, responsibility and violence in sport Jun 3, 2026 at 7:56 PM · Sports desk
Sports Real Madrid plans Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos return in Florentino Pérez sporting project Florentino Pérez wants Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos closer to Real Madrid again, this time in new off-field roles. The legendary midfielders could support the club’s sporting project, help assess transfers and identify player profiles that fit Real Madrid’s football philosophy Jun 3, 2026 at 7:51 PM · Sports desk
Sports UEFA to change playoff rule: higher-ranked national teams set for home final in qualifiers UEFA is preparing a rule change for playoff finals in major tournament qualifiers. Instead of a draw, the decisive match would be hosted by the higher-ranked national team, a move that could reshape the route to the European Championship and the World Cup Jun 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM · Sports desk
Sports Vaso Bakočević in the ring at Balkan Boxing 8 in Belgrade, Ložionica as stage for regional boxing event Vaso Bakočević is announced for a June 19 appearance at Belgrade’s Ložionica during Balkan Boxing 8. The widely known regional MMA fighter is moving back into professional boxing as organizers present the event as another step in strengthening Balkan boxing, with several regional fighters and a production-focused industrial venue Jun 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM · Sports desk
Sports Manchester United monitor Pierre Kalulu as Juventus protect key defender and await transfer market outcome Manchester United continue to monitor Pierre Kalulu, the versatile Juventus defender attracting Premier League attention. Italian reports say the Turin club want to keep him and strengthen his contract position, although a major offer could still test Juventus’ transfer strategy Jun 3, 2026 at 7:22 PM · Sports desk
Sports Dušan Vlahović close to Juventus exit after failed contract talks, Premier League clubs on transfer alert Dušan Vlahović could leave Juventus as a free agent after talks over a new contract failed to produce an agreement. The Serbian striker is entering the final stretch of his deal, while Premier League clubs are monitoring a potential summer transfer opportunity and a major attacking signing for the new season Jun 3, 2026 at 7:20 PM · Sports desk
Sports Rick Adelman, NBA Coach With 1042 Wins and the Legacy of Sacramento Kings, Divac, Stojakovic and Petrovic The death of Rick Adelman, a Hall of Fame coach and the NBA’s tenth-winningest coach, has renewed debate about his divided legacy in the region: the brilliant Sacramento Kings teams with Divac and Stojakovic, and the Portland chapter that limited Drazen Petrovic before his New Jersey breakthrough in the league Jun 3, 2026 at 6:46 PM · Sports desk