Cape Verde, a tiny African island nation with a population of just over 500,000, has stunned World Cup giants Spain and Uruguay, earning a historic chance to reach the knockout stages in their debut tournament.
The Portland Trail Blazers' selection of Arvydas Sabonis and Dražen Petrović in the 1986 NBA draft broke barriers for European players, leading to the globalization of the league. Today, over 25% of NBA players are international.
Paul James has been appointed Wales' permanent scrum coach, beating Adam Jones and Duncan Jones for the role after impressing during the Six Nations.
Suzy Cortez, Miss BumBum winner, exclusively tells Daily Star Sport she believes Lionel Messi and Argentina will win back-to-back World Cups, with plans for new tattoos to celebrate.
Antonio Valencia has issued a public apology to Ecuador after their poor start to the World Cup, including a 0-0 draw with Curacao. They need to beat Germany to advance.
England face Panama at MetLife Stadium on June 27 amid pitch criticism. FIFA defends surface after France players, managers complain. Fans demand game moved.
Ghana's most famous witch doctor, Nana Kwaku Bonsam, claims he will curse England striker Harry Kane ahead of their World Cup match, aiming to hinder his performance.
Former England striker Alan Smith says Jordan Pickford deserves more credit, as the Everton goalkeeper prepares for his third World Cup with 86 caps and a record 12 clean sheets in major tournaments.
Amateurs Jackson Koivun and Ryder Cowan finished T23 at the US Open, ahead of Rory McIlroy, but forfeited £137,000 each due to amateur status rules.
Airdrie boss John Rankin is running the rule over more trialists than ever before as he builds a squad for League One, hoping to sign at least two this week ahead of Saturday's friendly against Elgin City.
Tunisia become the third team eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-0 defeat to Japan, following a 5-1 loss to Sweden and the sacking of coach Sabri Lamouchi.
Jockey Kristy Bennett, 29, who suffered a brain bleed in a fall nearly three weeks ago, has opened her eyes and reached for her dog's photo, her sister reports.
Rory McIlroy emphasizes setting an example over violent reactions on the golf course after Joaquin Niemann received a two-shot penalty for throwing his club at the US Open.
Tunisia, Turkey, and Haiti are eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after two losses each, due to FIFA's new head-to-head tiebreaker rule that ends hopes before final group matches.
Joe Hart defends Spain's choice to bench Arsenal's David Raya for Unai Simon at the World Cup, citing Simon's consistent form and seniority despite Raya's Golden Glove season.
Newcastle United legend Rob Lee says leaving Lewis Hall out of England's squad will haunt the team, while the club has already secured a £69.3m bonus this summer from player sales.
Jurgen Klopp dismisses Van der Vaart's criticism of Virgil van Dijk. Liverpool warned against overpaying for Yan Diomande after £87m bid rejected. Andoni Iraola settles in as new manager.
Diogo Dalot, Manchester United's right-back, showcased his leadership by defending Cristiano Ronaldo in a press conference, revealing Portugal's pre-tournament preparation for media scrutiny.
Iran captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh addresses booing of national anthem at World Cup, saying the team plays for all Iranians and aims to unite people through football.
Graham Russell had a stroke during a winter ocean swim; a stranger's intervention saved his life.
Jurgen Klopp has hit out at controversial pundit Rafael van der Vaart for criticizing Virgil van Dijk's performance in Netherlands' World Cup opener.
Jack Draper admits to struggling with 'watching your decline' during a year of injury setbacks, as he prepares for a comeback at the Eastbourne Open just a week before Wimbledon.
UEFA will not impose mandatory hydration breaks at Euro 2028, avoiding the controversial FIFA policy at the 2026 World Cup, with breaks only required above 32°C.
Scotland fans leave Boston for Miami ahead of World Cup match against Brazil, thanking New England for hospitality despite team's 1-0 loss to Morocco.
Uncapped Northampton wing George Hendy scores two tries in four minutes to secure 26-17 win over Exeter, prompting calls for England selection ahead of Monday's Nations Championship squad announcement.
Sophia Dunkley's 57, along with late fireworks from Kemp and Gibson, helped England post 200-5 and beat Scotland by 38 runs, maintaining their unbeaten start in Group 2 of the Women's T20 World Cup.
Curaçao earned their first World Cup point with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador, setting a record for most saves in a 90-minute match. Eloy Room made 15 saves, while Ecuador dominated possession and shots.
An XI of players who have impressed during the initial rounds of the 2026 World Cup in Canada, the US and Mexico, excluding established superstars.
Japan defeated Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th World Cup match, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice. The result eliminated Tunisia, who appointed Hervé Renard as coach just days before the game.
England head coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Ben Stokes is likely to return as captain for the third Test against New Zealand after being withdrawn from a Durham match. Gus Atkinson also stood down from county duties.