Rafael Ortega
England beat France 6-4 to win World Cup bronze despite Mbappe record
England achieved their best World Cup finish since 1966 after defeating France in a 10-goal match. Kylian Mbappé set a new record as the tournament's all-time leading scorer during the contest.
World Cup final air quality to improve as storms clear wildfire smoke
Meteorologists expect incoming storms to clear thick smoke from the region, leading to improved air quality for the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. FIFA officials have confirmed the match remains on schedule as they continue to monitor local atmospheric conditions.
Chelsea agree record £117m transfer deal for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers
Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement for the £117 million transfer of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. The 23-year-old has agreed to a six-year contract.
Franco Colapinto says World Cup final nerves outweigh Belgian GP tension
Alpine driver Franco Colapinto admits he is more nervous about the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain than his own race at Spa-Francorchamps.
Lewis Hamilton to race in Belgian GP qualifying after practice crash
Ferrari has confirmed that Lewis Hamilton's car will be ready for qualifying after he suffered a significant crash during the final practice session.
Ryan Fox surges at The Open as third round action tightens leaderboard
Ryan Fox has mounted a charge during the third round of The Open, shaking up the leaderboard while Bryson DeChambeau continues play following a penalty.
Bryson DeChambeau receives two-stroke penalty at British Open after ruling
Bryson DeChambeau dropped to a tie for fifth at the 2026 Open Championship after receiving a two-stroke penalty for violating Rule 8.1a on the fifth hole.
Bryson DeChambeau confirms he will play in The Open despite penalty
Bryson DeChambeau confirmed his participation in the third round of The Open after a post-round penalty revised his score to five-under par. He now looks to close a three-stroke gap on tournament leader Lucas Herbert.
Donald Trump criticizes Thomas Tuchel's tactics in England loss
US President Donald Trump publicly questioned Thomas Tuchel's tactical decisions following England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina. Tuchel dismissed the critique, questioning the relevance of political figures in football analysis.
Thomas Tuchel defends tactics after England's World Cup semi-final loss
England manager Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactics and attributed the semi-final defeat to Argentina to a lack of physical and mental resilience.
Sir Garry Sobers, legendary West Indies cricketer, dies aged 89
The cricketing world mourns the loss of Sir Garfield Sobers, a global icon who redefined athletic excellence as the sport's most complete all-rounder. The Barbadian legend, who scored 8,032 Test runs, passed away on 17 July 2026.
Marcus Rashford sees £40m Manchester United exit clause expire
The expiration of Marcus Rashford’s £40 million exit clause means any club wishing to sign him must now enter open-ended negotiations with Manchester United.
Bryson DeChambeau assessed 2-shot penalty for improving lie on 5th hole
Bryson DeChambeau was assessed a two-stroke penalty at the 2026 Open Championship after officials ruled he inadvertently violated Rule 8.1 on the fifth hole.
West Indies cricket legend Garfield Sobers dies at 89
Sir Garfield Sobers, the iconic West Indian cricketer hailed as the sport's preeminent all-rounder, has died at 89 in his native Barbados. He leaves behind an unmatched legacy of sporting excellence and historic international records.
Lionel Messi sparks debate over status as greatest athlete of all time
Lionel Messi’s performance at the 2026 World Cup has reignited discussions regarding his global legacy compared to sports icons like Michael Jordan and Pele.
White House says Donald Trump will attend World Cup final
The White House confirmed President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. He is expected to join FIFA President Gianni Infantino to present the trophy to the winning captain.
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe lead World Cup Golden Boot race
As the 2026 World Cup reaches its third-place playoff, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi remain deadlocked at eight goals each in the race for the Golden Boot.
Lionel Messi defends Argentina against bias claims after reaching World Cup final
Lionel Messi has rejected claims that Argentina benefited from preferential officiating during the 2026 World Cup. The team now prepares to face Spain in the final after overcoming England in their latest match.
Argentina and Spain advance to World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
Defending champions Argentina prepare to face Spain in a historic 2026 World Cup final showdown at MetLife Stadium. The match highlights a generational clash between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal to face off in World Cup Final
Argentina and Spain will meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, marking the first professional encounter between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.