Newcastle United face a squad overhaul and leadership void as Eddie Howe departs amid high-profile player exits to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona.

Scotland's Melanie Woods claimed her second 1500m T54 gold in under 40 hours after a chaotic restaged race ordered following a first-lap pile-up.

European football's 55 member associations have unanimously voted to boycott FIFA competitions unless controversial plans for a $20bn commercial spin-off are dropped.

The ECB has appointed Joe Root as men's Test captain for a second stint, with former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming joining as head coach.

FIFA has charged Argentina players Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina with multiple counts of assault following post-match brawls at MetLife Stadium.

The Los Angeles Angels traded catcher Logan O’Hoppe and relief pitcher Chase Silseth to the Texas Rangers for minor-league infielder Angel Arredondo.

FIFA has opened formal disciplinary proceedings against the Argentine Football Association, several players, and a coach following political banner displays and on-pitch altercations.

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso addressed transfer speculation linking the club to veteran Premier League players Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson.

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has urged the club to ensure Vinicius Jr stays amid stalled contract talks and transfer interest from Arsenal.

A shooting at a Seattle food festival leaves three dead and four wounded as police search for a suspect. Meanwhile, international tensions ease temporarily with a U.S.-Iran military strike pause and FIFA faces scrutiny over tournament governance.

Former champions South Africa suffered a stunning 2-1 defeat against Tanzania in their opening Group B match of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

The Buffalo Bills have unveiled their brand-new 'Nickel City' alternate uniforms and blue helmets, featuring an all-gray design inspired by Western New York's industrial history.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has placed football general manager Michael Lombardi on paid administrative leave following an internal HR complaint.

Arsenal are monitoring Vinicius Jr as contract talks with Real Madrid face hurdles over salary demands and a €160 million asking price.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the 2026 World Cup in a social media address, dismissing widespread scrutiny and visa restrictions as unfounded.

Slovenian champion Tadej Pogačar secured his fifth Tour de France title in Paris, finishing ahead of Remco Evenepoel and Isaac Del Toro.

The Boston Red Sox are targeting star shortstops Jeremy Peña and Zach Neto following their trade with the Nationals for infielder Curtis Mead.

The Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals completed a one-for-one trade sending pitcher Connelly Early to Washington for infielder Curtis Mead.

Tottenham Hotspur take on Auckland FC in New Zealand for a pre-season friendly under manager Roberto De Zerbi amid ongoing squad turbulence.

Arsenal have emerged as contenders to sign Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior after making an initial inquiry for the Brazil international.