Sports Tottenham join Sandro Tonali transfer race as De Zerbi targets Newcastle midfielder for major rebuild Tottenham have joined the race for Sandro Tonali, the Newcastle midfielder also monitored by Arsenal and Manchester City. Roberto De Zerbi sees the Italy international as a key figure in his Spurs rebuild, but a contract running until 2029, no release clause and Newcastle’s high asking price make any transfer highly demanding Jun 16, 2026 at 7:29 PM · Sports desk
Sports UEFA Conference League 2026/27 first qualifying round draw: full fixtures, dates and key matchups of the season The UEFA Conference League first qualifying round draw for the 2026/27 season has set 26 ties and opened the European campaign for 52 clubs. First legs are scheduled for 9 July, return matches for 16 July, with standout pairings including Astana vs Velež Mostar, Sarajevo vs Marsaxlokk and Linfield Belfast vs Bohemians Dublin Jun 16, 2026 at 6:37 PM · Sports desk
Sports Rúben Amorim takes over AC Milan after Allegri and Champions League setback at San Siro AC Milan have appointed Rúben Amorim as their new head coach after parting ways with Massimiliano Allegri and missing out on the Champions League. The Portuguese manager arrives at San Siro to rebuild the squad, return the Rossoneri to the top of Serie A and restore stability after major changes at the club Jun 16, 2026 at 6:33 PM · Sports desk
Sports UEFA Europa League 2026/27 first qualifying round fixtures, match dates, tickets and stadium accommodation The UEFA Europa League 2026/27 first qualifying round draw has produced six ties and opened the European season for twelve clubs. First legs are scheduled for 9 July and return matches for 16 July, with ticket links and nearby accommodation options to follow soon for supporters planning away trips Jun 16, 2026 at 5:42 PM · Sports desk
Sports Champions League 2026/27: first qualifying round draw reveals 14 ties and starts the European football summer UEFA’s Champions League 2026/27 first qualifying round draw has produced 14 two-legged ties and opened the European season in July. Clubs from Azerbaijan to Wales, Iceland and Kazakhstan now start their route through qualifying, with match details, tickets and nearby accommodation to be confirmed after final organization Jun 16, 2026 at 5:13 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tartan Army in Providence: Scottish fans raise nearly $30,000 for local groups at the 2026 World Cup The Tartan Army turned Providence into a Scottish base during the 2026 World Cup and raised nearly $30,000 for local groups. Donations for a children’s hospital, youth soccer and a pipe band followed organized buses, public gatherings and Scotland’s opening win over Haiti, showing the supporters’ strong community impact Jun 16, 2026 at 4:49 PM · Sports desk
Sports Marcelo Bielsa and viral World Cup photo in focus as Uruguay face Cape Verde after Saudi Arabia draw Marcelo Bielsa reacted angrily to questions about a viral official photo shoot, insisting that he is “not a model” and does not have to explain every gesture in front of cameras. After Uruguay’s 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia, attention shifted from the match to the coach’s pose, while his team now faces a key World Cup test against Cape Verde Jun 16, 2026 at 4:17 PM · Sports desk
Sports Serena and Venus Williams get Wimbledon 2026 wildcard and reunite in women’s doubles on London grass Serena and Venus Williams have received a wildcard for the Wimbledon 2026 women’s doubles draw, returning to the grass court where they won six titles together. The comeback links Serena’s renewed competitive schedule with Venus’s selective Tour appearances and gives the London Grand Slam one of its biggest stories Jun 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tottenham target Sandro Tonali as De Zerbi statement signing while Newcastle demand £100 million fee Tottenham under Roberto De Zerbi are now exploring a summer move for Sandro Tonali from Newcastle, but there is still no agreement between the clubs. The Italian midfielder is viewed as a major reinforcement for Spurs’ midfield rebuild, while Newcastle are reported to value him at up to £100 million Jun 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM · Sports desk
Sports Iran criticizes World Cup conditions after New Zealand draw, visa problems and urgent return to Tijuana Iran opened the World Cup with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand, but coach Amir Ghalenoei shifted the focus to exhausting logistics, visa problems and the order for an immediate return from Los Angeles to the team base in Tijuana. Before the matches against Belgium and Egypt, player recovery has become a central sporting issue Jun 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM · Sports desk
Sports England lose Livramento before Croatia opener as Tuchel calls up Chalobah for World Cup squad England have lost Tino Livramento to injury just before their World Cup opener against Croatia. Thomas Tuchel has called up Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, adding a late twist to the Group L match in Dallas and testing England’s defensive depth at the start of the tournament Jun 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM · Sports desk
Sports Ivan Ćubelić to HNK Rijeka from Slaven Belupo, four-year deal for Matjaž Kek’s Rujevica midfield plans Ivan Ćubelić has signed a four-year contract with HNK Rijeka after arriving at Rujevica from Slaven Belupo, where he played an important midfield role. The 23-year-old, developed in Hajduk’s academy, brings 71 appearances, two goals, four assists and experience from the UEFA Youth League final Jun 16, 2026 at 3:59 PM · Sports desk