Sports UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn: record Paramount+ viewership and 17 million total viewers in America UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn became Paramount+’s most-watched exclusive live event, reaching 17 million viewers in the United States and Latin America. An average of 8.2 million viewers across seven fights underlined the growing power of the new UFC and Paramount streaming model for live sports Jun 19, 2026 at 4:40 AM · Sports desk
Sports Switzerland - Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1: Manzambi double and Muharemović red card in Group B at World Cup 2026 Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in Group B at the 2026 World Cup after a scoreless first half. Johan Manzambi scored twice, Ruben Vargas and Granit Xhaka added the decisive goals, and Tarik Muharemović’s red card shifted the late momentum toward Murat Yakin’s side against Sergej Barbarez’s team Jun 18, 2026 at 11:27 PM · Sports desk
Sports Liverpool target Yan Diomande as RB Leipzig demand major fee for winger after World Cup breakthrough Liverpool have stepped up their search for a new winger, with RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande emerging as a leading target. The young Ivory Coast international has drawn attention through his Bundesliga form and World Cup performances, while Leipzig’s long contract position allows the club to demand a very high fee Jun 18, 2026 at 8:37 PM · Sports desk
Sports Elye Wahi cleared for Canada as Ivory Coast boost attack before key Germany World Cup clash Elye Wahi could still feature for Ivory Coast against Germany at the World Cup after a turnaround in his Canadian visa case. The striker is under investigation over suspicions linked to a yellow card in France, but no final ruling has been issued and no guilt has been proven Jun 18, 2026 at 8:32 PM · Sports desk
Sports Liverpool beats Newcastle to Víctor Muñoz as Osasuna winger becomes key signing for Andoni Iraola era Liverpool has reportedly agreed a deal to sign Víctor Muñoz from Osasuna, activating a transfer worth around 40 million euros and beating Newcastle United to the Spanish winger. The 22-year-old is expected to sign until 2032 and become an important part of Andoni Iraola’s new era at Anfield. The move marks one of Liverpool’s first major summer deals Jun 18, 2026 at 8:25 PM · Sports desk
Sports Messi family asks for privacy over Jorge Messi health during Argentina’s World Cup campaign Lionel Messi’s family confirmed that Jorge Messi is under medical supervision and recovering, without revealing details of the illness. Argentina’s captain had earlier spoken about difficult personal days during the World Cup, after an emotional reaction following the match against Algeria Jun 18, 2026 at 7:57 PM · Sports desk
Sports Arsenal’s reported Julián Álvarez package: €50 million and Viktor Gyökeres offered to Atlético Madrid Arsenal’s reported agreement with Atlético Madrid for Julián Álvarez would include €50 million and Viktor Gyökeres, but neither club has confirmed the deal. Atlético continues to point to the forward’s long contract and huge release clause, leaving the story as a major summer transfer speculation Jun 18, 2026 at 7:34 PM · Sports desk
Sports Neymar ruled out for Brazil against Haiti as Ancelotti chases crucial World Cup 2026 win without injured star Neymar will also miss Brazil’s World Cup 2026 match against Haiti because of a calf problem, leaving Carlo Ancelotti to chase a vital win after the draw with Morocco. Brazil will not rush its star back into action, while his fitness is assessed ahead of the decisive final group match against Scotland Jun 18, 2026 at 7:27 PM · Sports desk
Sports Elye Wahi to miss Germany clash at World Cup 2026 after Canada denies entry clearance Ivory Coast will face Germany in Toronto without Elye Wahi after the striker failed to receive the administrative clearance required to enter Canada. Wahi remains in the United States as French authorities continue an investigation into alleged betting irregularities Jun 18, 2026 at 3:05 PM · Sports desk
Sports Ronaldo under scrutiny after Portugal draw with DR Congo in World Cup opener Cristiano Ronaldo is again at the center of debate after Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their World Cup opener. The captain made history with his sixth tournament appearance, but missed chances and Portugal’s slower attack raised fresh questions about his role in Roberto Martínez’s team Jun 18, 2026 at 2:17 PM · Sports desk
Sports Croatia after 4-2 defeat to England, Modrić under scrutiny and Panama as a crucial World Cup test ahead Croatia’s 4-2 defeat to England in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup raised questions about the midfield, defence and Luka Modrić’s role. After a difficult start in Group L, the Panama match becomes vital for Croatia’s hopes, while Ghana could decide second place or a route through the best third-placed teams Jun 18, 2026 at 11:58 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ibrahima Konaté to Real Madrid, free transfer from Liverpool and contract until 2030 confirmed Real Madrid confirmed the signing of Ibrahima Konaté after his Liverpool contract expired. The France defender is set to stay until 2030, giving the Spanish club a major defensive reinforcement while leaving Liverpool to replace an experienced centre-back without receiving a transfer fee Jun 18, 2026 at 11:36 AM · Sports desk