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FIFA World Cup Preview - Paraguay vs USA

The 2026 World Cup journey for the United States begins this Friday. The host nation kicks off against Paraguay in Los Angeles, and the atmosphere promises to be one of the greatest spectacles in US soccer history.

Read more.. June 11th 2026, 9:20 am
FIFA World Cup Preview - Canada vs Bosnia-Herzegovina

Canada qualified automatically for this summer’s marquee tournament alongside the United States and Mexico, marking their third World Cup appearance after featuring in 1986 and 2022

Read more.. June 11th 2026, 9:00 am
Game of the day - Stanley Cup Final - Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final is tied 2-2, and Game 5 is set for Thursday, June 11 at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC

Read more.. June 11th 2026, 6:20 am
Game of the day - FIFA World Cup - Czechia vs South Korea

The long-awaited return of the Czech Republic to the FIFA World Cup will take place in Zapopan when they battle Asian heavyweights South Korea in the second fixture of Group A.

Read more.. June 11th 2026, 6:00 am
UFC Freedom 250: Topuria vs. Gaethje

UFC Freedom 250 marks another historic moment for the UFC when the Octagon touches down at the White House, where lightweight king Ilia Topuria faces interim champ Justin Gaethje. Plus, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane battle for interim heavyweight gold. UFC

Read more.. June 11th 2026, 6:00 am

Barcelona sign Hamza Abdelkarim

Barcelona have completed the signing of Egypt international Hamza Abdelkarim from Al Ahly for an initial fee of €1.5 million ($1.7m), the two clubs have confirmed. Abdelkarim, 18, initially joined Barça on loan in January but the club have decided to mak

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup’s opening match

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked off at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. While a joyous occasion for Mexico, the match was marred by three red cards. Two for South Africa and one for Mexico, the most ever in an openi

Phillies acquire Derek Hill

The White Sox have traded outfielder Derek Hill and $250K of international bonus pool space to the Phillies in exchange for outfield prospect Dylan Campbell and infield prospect Jose Colmenares, according to announcements from both clubs. Outfielder Evers

FIFA forces Haiti to remove political imagery from World Cup jersey

Haiti has been forced to change the design of its World Cup jersey after it was deemed too political by FIFA just months after the Caribbean nation had to amend its Winter Olympic uniforms. The jersey, by Colombian sportswear manufacturer Saeta, original

New York street renamed after Thierry Henry

A New York street has been renamed after Thierry Henry ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The French icon, who won the World Cup in 1998, now has the honour of 50th Street and Sixth Avenue being named Thierry Henry Way. Henry joined the New York Red Bulls in 20

Kyle Isbel diagnosed with Grade 3 Plantar Fascia tear

The Royals placed center fielder Kyle Isbel on the 10-day injured list last night due to plantar fasciitis. Manager Matt Quatraro announced at the time that Isbel was undergoing an MRI to determine the severity of the issue. That imaging came back with un

Mariners designate Domingo González for assignment and select Michael Rucker

The Mariners announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Michael Rucker. Fellow righty Domingo González has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. Last night, the Mariners went into the game with a pretty taxed bullp

Morocco loses Abde Ezzalzouli and Nayef Aguerd to injuries

Morocco have made two injury-enforced changes from their World Cup squad with Nayef Aguerd and Abde Ezzalzouli both being replaced from their original 26-man list on the eve of their tournament opener against Brazil. FIFA confirmed the change on their of

Gianni Infantino tells football fans to ‘chill’ in response to Fifa’s critics

Gianni Infantino told football fans to 'chill and relax' on the eve of the World Cup, while Fifa faced criticism from the United Nations over the immigration issues that have overshadowed the buildup to the tournament.

Donald Trump will not attend United States’ opening World Cup game

President Donald Trump is not currently planning to attend the United States men’s national team’s opening World Cup match against Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. The State Department issued a release to say Secretary of State Ma

Freiburg signs Japan forward Keisuke Gotō from Belgian club Anderlecht

Gotō joined Anderlecht from Japanese club Júbilo Iwata in January 2024

Stadium upgrades in Toronto get positive reviews as biggest World Cup ever set to kick off

Early reviews of the renovations, which brought the capacity to the FIFA minimum of 45,000, have been favorable

Aspinall 'cheater' claim his opinion

Tom Aspinall was making his first defence of the heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane

GB to face Czech Republic in BJK Cup quarter-final

Great Britain have reached the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals in the past two editions

Wimbledon prize money increases by 20% to £64.2m

Iga Swiatek took home £3m for winning Wimbledon last year

Williams' Queen's run over as injured Mboko withdraws

Williams' doubles partner retires in second set of singles match after fall

O'Neill confirmed as Celtic's permanent manager

The 74-year-old has agreed to stay at Parkhead on a one-year contract with the option for a further year

UFC denies Strickland banned from White House fight

Strickland is a two-time UFC middleweight champion

UFC fighters say they’re honored to compete in front of President Trump on card at the White House

The temporary arena structure that houses the eight-sided cage, is the buzziest landmark this week in DC

Known as ‘Sonaldo’ in Mexico, South Korea star Son feeling like a ‘young boy’ entering 4th World Cup

The 33-year-old Son had a successful career with Tottenham in the Premier League before moving to Los Angeles

FIFA and the FIFPRO union agree on a cooperation deal covering transfers and player welfare

The parties will establish a minimum standards framework for women’s national teams

LIV Golf’s CEO Scott O’Neil now racing the clock as he seeks new funding

The PGA Tour has not offered any insight into a potential return of any LIV player

Kings’ hiring of Peter Laviolette signals a shift toward more offensively minded hockey

Laviolette brings with him a track record of immediate offensive output and playoff success in previous stints

Braves put Ronald Acuña Jr. on 10-day injured list with left hamstring strain

The star right fielder got hurt Tuesday night during a 10-inning loss to the Chicago White Sox

Rashford future uncertain as Barca deal deadline looms

Marcus Rashford won his 71st England cap in the 1-0 friendly win over New Zealand

FIFA World Cup Preview - Paraguay vs USA

The 2026 World Cup journey for the United States begins this Friday. The host nation kicks off against Paraguay in Los Angeles, and the atmosphere promises to be one of the greatest spectacles in US soccer history.

FIFA World Cup Preview - Canada vs Bosnia-Herzegovina

Canada qualified automatically for this summer’s marquee tournament alongside the United States and Mexico, marking their third World Cup appearance after featuring in 1986 and 2022

White House prepares for UFC Freedom 250

Illia Topuria will defend his UFC lightweight title against Justin Gaethje on the South Lawn of the historic centre of American power. The event marks 250 years of American Independence.

Germany players will pay for 600 fans to travel to game

Germany will be aiming to win the World Cup for a fifth time as this summer's tournament

World Cup fever meets protest in Mexico City

Mexico City police stood guard around the Azteca stadium in the days leading up to the opening match

Williams' Queen's campaign in doubt after Mboko injury

Williams' doubles partner retires in second set of singles match after fall

Formula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism

F1's new engines will be tweaked over the next two years to address criticism

Mahomes to become NFL's first $500m player

Mahomes has won the Super Bowl three times with the Kansas City Chiefs

Wolves sack Edwards after seven months

Rob Edwards made more than 100 appearances for Wolves as a player

Game of the day - Stanley Cup Final - Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final is tied 2-2, and Game 5 is set for Thursday, June 11 at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC

Game of the day - FIFA World Cup - South Africa vs Mexico

For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the tournament’s opening fixture is a repeat from a prior edition as Mexico and South Africa battle it out again exactly 16 years after their 1-1 draw in Johannesburg in 2010.

Game of the day - FIFA World Cup - Czechia vs South Korea

The long-awaited return of the Czech Republic to the FIFA World Cup will take place in Zapopan when they battle Asian heavyweights South Korea in the second fixture of Group A.

UFC Freedom 250: Topuria vs. Gaethje

UFC Freedom 250 marks another historic moment for the UFC when the Octagon touches down at the White House, where lightweight king Ilia Topuria faces interim champ Justin Gaethje. Plus, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane battle for interim heavyweight gold. UFC

Eagles TE Dallas Goedert ‘had other opportunities’ in free agency

When free agency opened in March, it looked like tight end Dallas Goedert might be moving on after eight seasons with the Eagles.

South Korea looking to take care of business in opener vs. Czechia

South Korean players and coaches have long talked about the importance of winning the first match at this year's FIFA World Cup, stressing how taking care of business from the get-go will set the tone for the rest of the way.

Mexico gears up for 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium

Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.

Bengals sign Cashius Howell

The Bengals have completed their draft pick signings. The team announced that they’ve inked second-round defensive end Cashius Howell to his rookie deal.

MLB Preview - Milwaukee Brewers vs Athletics

Nick Kurtz and the Athletics (32-35) host Brice Turang and the Milwaukee Brewers (41-24) at 9:05 p.m. ET on Wednesday.

Jack Kochanowicz to undergo Tommy John surgery

It was a rough day on the injury front for the Angels on Tuesday, as right-hander Jack Kochanowicz was diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament that will require Tommy John surgery.

Ahead of World Cup, Mexico striker Raul Jimenez fixes club future by signing for Wolves again

Mexico striker Raul Jimenez sorted out his club future ahead of playing at the World Cup by signing for a second spell at English team Wolverhampton on Wednesday.

Patriots LB Gabe Jacas underwent surgery

New England’s second-round rookie remains unsigned, and a no-show at Gillette Stadium.

MLB Preview - Chicago Cubs vs Colorado Rockies

The Chicago Cubs (34-33) and Colorado Rockies (25-42) will clash on Wednesday at Coors Field, starting at 8:40 p.m. ET.

Avalanche Captain Gabriel Landeskog wins Bill Masterton Trophy and Mark Messier Leadership Award

Colorado captain returned in 2025 playoffs after missing 3 seasons with knee injury.

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