Sports Thomas Partey named in Ghana squad for World Cup despite rape trial in Britain Thomas Partey has been included in Ghana’s provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup despite facing a trial in Britain over rape and sexual assault charges. The Villarreal midfielder denies all allegations, while Ghana’s final squad decision is expected before FIFA’s official deadline May 26, 2026 at 3:11 PM · Sports desk
Sports Inter Miami confirms Messi hamstring injury as return remains uncertain before the World Cup Inter Miami confirmed that Lionel Messi is dealing with a left hamstring problem after the match against Philadelphia Union. The club has not given a timeline for the Argentine captain’s return, saying his comeback will depend on his clinical condition and functional recovery May 26, 2026 at 3:08 PM · Sports desk
Sports McGregor pleased with UFC deal for comeback fight against Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas Conor McGregor is set to return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas. The Irish star says he is satisfied with his UFC deal, while the rematch between former champions adds major sporting and promotional weight after their first meeting in 2013 May 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM · Sports desk
Sports Victor Wembanyama rookie card sells for record 5.11 million dollars in major NBA collectibles deal A rare Victor Wembanyama rookie card, a one-of-one Panini Prizm Black parallel graded PSA 10, has sold for a record 5.11 million dollars. The deal underlines Wembanyama’s huge appeal among NBA collectors and the rising value of elite basketball trading cards May 26, 2026 at 2:50 PM · Sports desk
Sports Canada Soccer keeps Jesse Marsch through 2030 World Cup with major vote of confidence before 2026 Canada Soccer has extended Jesse Marsch’s contract through the 2030 World Cup, giving the head coach long-term backing before the 2026 tournament on home soil. Marsch led Canada to fourth place at the 2024 Copa América and strengthened the team’s international profile May 26, 2026 at 2:50 PM · Sports desk
Sports Ruben Padilla and Maia Amano win mixed synchronized trampoline gold at Pan American Championships in Medellín Ruben Padilla claimed his third gold medal at the Pan American Trampoline Championships in Medellín, teaming with Maia Amano in the mixed synchronized event. The result underlined a strong United States performance in Colombia, where the American team collected medals across several trampoline disciplines May 26, 2026 at 11:03 AM · Sports desk
Sports Anna Moesch sets American 100 m freestyle record and joins the fastest swimmers in modern sporting history Anna Moesch swam an American record of 51.94 in the women’s 100 m freestyle in London and became the second-fastest swimmer ever in the event. Her performance at AP Race London International 2026 confirmed a major breakthrough in world sprint swimming and reshaped the U.S. freestyle picture. The result raised the standard for the event and strengthened her relay credentials May 26, 2026 at 11:03 AM · Sports desk
Sports World Cup 2026 tickets nearly sold out as Iran ranks lowest in secondary market get-in prices Ticket tracking for the 2026 FIFA World Cup shows intense demand, with 93 matches listed with fewer than one thousand available seats. Secondary-market data also reveals sharp price gaps: Iran has the lowest average get-in prices, while the final and matches involving Mexico, Brazil and Portugal command far higher sums May 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM · Sports desk
Sports New York Knicks reach NBA Finals after 27 years, Brunson earns East MVP in dominant Cavaliers series sweep The New York Knicks reached their first NBA Finals since 1999 after a commanding 4-0 sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jalen Brunson was named Eastern Conference Finals MVP, while Towns, Anunoby and a deep rotation confirmed the team’s playoff strength with a 130-93 clinching win and an 11-game winning streak May 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM · Sports desk
Sports Controversial stoppage in Giza after Usyk - Verhoeven fight sparks calls for heavyweight rematch Oleksandr Usyk retained his world title with an 11th-round technical knockout against Rico Verhoeven, but referee Mark Lyson’s stoppage in Giza triggered strong reactions. The scorecards, timing of the intervention and Verhoeven’s planned appeal have intensified debate over a rematch May 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM · Sports desk
Sports Los Angeles seeks independent LA28 audit over Olympic Games costs and public financial guarantees Los Angeles is increasing scrutiny of preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games after Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez called for an independent audit of LA28. The debate focuses on security, transport, city services, ticket tax proposals and whether public money could cover possible cost overruns May 26, 2026 at 9:26 AM · Sports desk
Sports Iran moves World Cup 2026 base from Arizona to Tijuana with FIFA approval and visa concerns Iran’s national team is changing its World Cup 2026 preparation plan, moving from Tucson in Arizona to Tijuana in Mexico. FIFA approved the switch as Iran seeks a more practical base near Los Angeles and Seattle amid security concerns, visa questions and tournament logistics May 26, 2026 at 9:25 AM · Sports desk