Folarin Balogun broke his silence after FIFA invoked Article 27 to allow him to play despite a red card, triggering ethics complaints against Gianni Infantino.

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford insists the squad is focused on tactical discipline as they prepare to face Argentina in a high-stakes World Cup semi-final.

Austin Reaves has signed a four-year, $180 million contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. The agreement marks a strategic commitment to the guard as the team enters a new era featuring a reconfigured roster.

Declan Rice and Nico O’Reilly are expected to feature in Thomas Tuchel’s starting lineup for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta.

The Dutch football community is mourning the death of referee Rob Dieperink, who passed away at 38 following his removal from the 2026 World Cup official list.

For the first time since FIFA rankings began in 1994, the top four teams have all reached the semifinals. This alignment follows a new tournament structure.

Manchester United have entered advanced negotiations for Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans after their pursuit of Éderson was halted by medical concerns.

Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. The 29-year-old is expected to undergo a medical examination to finalize the move after the club activated his release clause.

Actor Cristo Fernández, known for his role as Dani Rojas, transitioned from the screen to the pitch to make his professional soccer debut for El Paso Locomotive FC.

Chelsea is actively reshaping its squad under Xabi Alonso, balancing a pursuit of Alvaro Carreras with efforts to offload Garnacho and Moreira to Roma.

The ECB has parted ways with Brendon McCullum as England Test coach, though he will remain in charge of the white-ball teams as the board plans for the future.

The England and Wales Cricket Board has initiated a restructuring of its international operations, moving Brendon McCullum to focus solely on white-ball cricket. The changes also include dropping senior players Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali from the squad for the upcoming series against Australia.

A controversial VAR ruling regarding mistaken identity resulted in a red card for Breel Embolo, impacting Switzerland’s 3-1 defeat to Argentina.

Conor McGregor's return to the Octagon ended in a 69-second TKO loss to Max Holloway at UFC 329, with the fighter sustaining a potential ACL tear.

Football icon Paolo Maldini has been appointed as FIGC technical director and president of Club Italia to oversee the national team pathway.

Defending champions Argentina face Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals in Kansas City.

The Estate of Paul G. Allen has reached a formal agreement to sell the Seattle Seahawks to an ownership group led by Vinod Khosla for $9.612 billion. This transaction follows mandates in Paul Allen's will to liquidate sports holdings for charitable causes.

Jude Bellingham's two goals secured a 2-1 extra-time victory for England against Norway. The win sends the Three Lions to the World Cup semifinals.

Jude Bellingham scored twice to lead England to a 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Norway. The win secures England a place in the World Cup semifinals.

Harry Kane has confirmed he previously played a round of golf with Donald Trump while preparing for England’s upcoming World Cup quarterfinal against Norway.