Sports Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 as Ronaldo scores twice and makes World Cup history Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup Group K and moved a major step closer to the knockout stage. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in the first half and became the first footballer to find the net at six different World Cups. Roberto Martínez’s team responded to the draw against DR Congo with a far more controlled and convincing display Jun 23, 2026 at 9:13 PM · Sports desk
Sports Cameron Boozer tops final 2026 NBA Draft board ahead of Peterson, Dybantsa and Wilson in Bleacher Report Duke forward Cameron Boozer enters the 2026 NBA Draft as the No. 1 prospect on Bleacher Report’s final big board. Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa and Caleb Wilson follow closely, underlining a deep and uncertain top tier, while Boozer’s production, shooting, passing and basketball maturity drive his case Jun 23, 2026 at 8:48 PM · Sports desk
Sports FIFA considers permanent World Cup hydration breaks amid heat concerns and player safety debate FIFA president Gianni Infantino has opened the door to keeping hydration breaks at future World Cups. The rule, introduced to protect players from extreme heat, has sparked debate over health, match rhythm, tactical interruptions and the commercial direction of elite football Jun 23, 2026 at 8:41 PM · Sports desk
Sports Donald Trump at the 2026 World Cup final and FIFA trophy ceremony political spotlight at MetLife Stadium Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Donald Trump will attend the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium and take part in the trophy ceremony. The announcement has revived debate over FIFA, political neutrality and the symbolism surrounding the biggest match of the expanded tournament hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico Jun 23, 2026 at 8:38 PM · Sports desk
Sports Arsenal accelerate Jeremy Monga talks as Leicester talent nears £10 million transfer move Arsenal are in direct talks with Leicester City over a move for 16-year-old winger Jeremy Monga, who has already made his Premier League debut. The London club want to complete the deal before July, with a fee of around £10 million plus possible bonuses, while Leicester seek funds to rebuild after dropping into League One Jun 23, 2026 at 8:26 PM · Sports desk
Sports Inter close in on Marco Palestra transfer from Atalanta as Chelsea monitor Italian full-back Inter are moving closer to a deal with Atalanta for Marco Palestra, the 21-year-old Italian full-back whose transfer could be worth about €50 million. Chelsea and Manchester City are monitoring the situation, while Italian reports say the player prefers to stay in Serie A Jun 23, 2026 at 8:02 PM · Sports desk
Sports Miguel Almirón banned for covering his mouth as Paraguay lose key player before Australia clash FIFA has suspended Miguel Almirón after his historic red card in Paraguay’s match against Turkey. The new rule on covering the mouth, introduced to fight hidden insults and discrimination, now directly affects Group D at the 2026 World Cup before Paraguay’s decisive meeting with Australia Jun 23, 2026 at 7:47 PM · Sports desk
Sports Victor Dodig set for Cibona majority stake as privatization reshapes historic Zagreb basketball club Canadian banker of Croatian heritage Victor Dodig is expected to become the majority owner of KK Cibona through its conversion into a sports joint-stock company. The Zagreb club, a two-time European champion, is looking to new capital, debt restructuring and a steadier sporting plan after years of financial turmoil Jun 23, 2026 at 7:34 PM · Sports desk
Sports PSG renews Khéphren Thuram pursuit as Juventus demand €70m and weigh Randal Kolo Muani swap in transfer market PSG have revived their interest in Khéphren Thuram after his Juventus season. Reports say the Paris club contacted the player’s camp, while the Turin side value the France midfielder at around €70m and would prefer talks linked to Randal Kolo Muani. The case matters for the summer market because both players affect squad planning in Paris and Turin Jun 23, 2026 at 7:24 PM · Sports desk
Sports Real Madrid target Enzo Fernández as Chelsea demand £120m for the Argentine midfielder Real Madrid are increasing interest in Enzo Fernández while Chelsea maintain a valuation of about £120 million. The Argentine midfielder is emerging as one of the major stories of the summer transfer window, with any deal depending on club negotiations, offer structure and Chelsea’s willingness to sell Jun 23, 2026 at 7:13 PM · Sports desk
Sports PGA Tour to launch two-tier structure in 2026, cut FedExCup playoff points and boost prize pool to $40m Marking the most sweeping overhaul in pro golf history, the PGA Tour will slash playoff points from 2,000 to 750, raise the Tour Championship purse to a record $40 million and adopt a two-tier calendar from 2028, pairing an elite 70-man Top Series with promotion from Track Two. CEO Brian Rolapp, backed by Tiger Woods, also shifts signature events to big media markets and tightens player obligations Jun 23, 2026 at 7:02 PM · Sports desk
Sports Gary O'Neil takes charge of Ipswich Town: experienced boss leads Premier League return backed by BlueCo Forty-three-year-old Gary O'Neil has signed a multi-year contract with Ipswich Town, the club that has returned to England's top flight after two decades. The former Bournemouth and Wolves manager, fresh from guiding Strasbourg to a European semi-final, is tasked with stabilising the team in the Premier League. Backed by BlueCo ownership, O'Neil aims for smart signings and a high-press style Jun 23, 2026 at 5:18 PM · Sports desk