Wataru Endo has started his pre-season at Liverpool's AXA Training Centre early after being left out of Japan's World Cup squad due to injury concerns, prompting his international retirement.
Andy Burnham, likely next PM, says England need improvement before dreaming of World Cup glory, after a 2-1 win over DR Congo.
Grigor Dimitrov had to pause his on-court interview after becoming too emotional following his Wimbledon second-round win over Jakub Mensik, choking back tears.
Lionel Messi's return to Miami for the World Cup highlights how David Beckham's gamble signing him transformed Inter Miami, boosting sales, attendances, and youth soccer interest.
England's World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico in Mexico City faces a hostile atmosphere, with fears rival fans will target the team hotel with fireworks. FA bosses are concerned after similar incidents, while England fans warn of chaotic and terrif
Andy Roddick says Novak Djokovic is playing better than he has 'for a while' and has a 'real chance' of winning Wimbledon, looking sharper than Jannik Sinner.
Wales coach Steve Tandy may fly axed players to South Africa for Nations Championship finale. Henry Pollock dropped to England bench for opener vs Springboks.
Jurgen Klopp is the frontrunner to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach after a three-hour crisis meeting following the nation's World Cup exit to Paraguay.
Former British No. 1 Kyle Edmund calls for Wimbledon to eliminate the five-minute on-court warm-up to enhance the spectator experience, a move that could impact food and drink sales at the All England Club.
Finnie the unicorn mascot delighted crowds at Dumfries House during the King's Baton Relay for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, with hundreds gathering to watch.
Arsenal's head of sports science Tom Allen leaves after nine years, becoming the fifth staff member to exit Mikel Arteta's backroom team amid a restructure.
Coco Gauff saved two match points to beat Solana Sierra 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(7) at Wimbledon, recalling her 2019 win over Venus Williams for inspiration. Aryna Sabalenka also fought back, citing a Nadal documentary.
Thomas Tuchel hailed Harry Kane as a 'shark' after his late double sealed England's 2-1 win over DR Congo, setting up a last-16 clash with Mexico.
Harry Kane scored twice in 11 minutes to turn a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 victory over DR Congo, saving England from a traumatic exit and preserving Thomas Tuchel's job.
Australia assistant coach Mile Jedinak, who never missed a penalty for the Socceroos, shares shootout secrets ahead of the World Cup last-32 match against Egypt.
Mile Jedinak, who never missed a penalty for Australia and scored three World Cup spot-kicks, is now an assistant coach sharing his shootout expertise with the Socceroos ahead of potential shootouts.
Malik Tillman scored a stunning free kick with a torn boot and bloody sock to seal the US's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, advancing to the World Cup last 16.
Mexico have won all four World Cup games without conceding a goal, breaking their knockout curse. Fans share excitement before facing England at the Azteca Stadium.
England secured a 2-1 victory over DR Congo in Atlanta, with Harry Kane scoring the winner. The team now heads to Mexico City for a match against the co-hosts at the Azteca.
Andoni Iraola's first Liverpool pre-season starts July 13 with intense fitness tests, double sessions, and no days off, aiming to restore high-intensity pressing.
England fans throwing pints at World Cup fan parks are ruining the experience, says Metro columnist Jacob Hawley, who recounts being soaked by flying beer at the O2 Forum in Kentish Town.
Wales head coach Steve Tandy insists the pay dispute threatening Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Fiji is resolved with 'no hangover' as players focus on rugby.
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina apologised for his short post-match interview at Wimbledon, citing back pain and a panic attack after a first-round win.
Erling Haaland and Gabriel's bitter rivalry escalates as Norway face Brazil in a World Cup knockout match in New York, with the winner advancing to the quarter-finals.
Newcastle United will face Bayer Leverkusen at St James' Park on August 15 as part of the two-day VisitMalta Weekender festival, with a second men's match and a women's double-header to follow.
Harry Maguire's omission from England's World Cup squad is questioned as his leadership skills are exactly what the struggling defence needs, while Manchester United benefit from his organisation next season.
FIFA's new Power Rankings for the 2026 World Cup, developed under Arsene Wenger, rate players 0-10 in attacking, creativity, and defending. Germany's Denis Undav tops with 8.36 attacking score, sparking debate on the ratings obsession in football and soci
DR Congo announced the death of head coach Sebastien Desabre's father moments after his side's World Cup defeat to England. The news was delivered during the post-match press conference.
England boss Thomas Tuchel urges parents to let children stay up late for the World Cup round-of-16 match against Mexico and skip school the next day.
Wales head coach Steve Tandy announces team for Fiji Nations Championship opener after players resolved match fee dispute with WRU. Fiji prop Luke Tagi withdraws due to personal reasons.