Sunday, July 5, 2026

Football

Why every Round-of-32 team will (and won’t) win the FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is designed to feel endless in possibility. More teams, more matches, more chaos — and more reasons to believe almost anyone could go all the...

Argentina show they can win without Lionel Messi, but even off the bench he still makes an impact

As Argentina captain Lionel Messi took an unusual place on the bench for the final Group J match against Jordan on Saturday night at...

Messi and David Set the Standard in Golden Boot Battle

As the tournament progresses, the race for the adidas Golden Boot has become one of the most closely watched individual contests.

West Ham Concern as Kudus Injury Could Rule Him Out for Remainder of Season

The potential absence of one of the club’s most influential attacking players raises concerns about squad depth.

Sterling’s Chelsea Chapter Comes to an End Ahead of Winter Window

Raheem Sterling’s time at Chelsea has officially come to a close, with the England international departing the club after three and a half seasons.

Arsenal Eyes Ecuadorian Twin Prospects for Future Lineup

Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign 16-year-old Ecuadorian twins Edwin and Holger Quintero.

Josko Gvardiol Nearly Quit Football for Basketball Before £77M Man City Move

Manchester City’s defensive powerhouse Josko Gvardiol has admitted he was close to quit his dream of becoming a professional footballer.

London Chosen as Host for Inaugural Women’s Champions Cup Finals

London has been selected as the stage for the historic first edition of the Women’s Champions Cup final phase.

Paquetá Cleared of Betting Allegations, FA Confirms No Appeal

The Football Association (FA) has confirmed it will not appeal the independent commission’s decision to clear West Ham United midfielder.

Dele Alli’s Future in Doubt After Reported Split from Como Squad

The 29-year-old midfielder is now reportedly training alone as he contemplates an early retirement from the game.

FA Levels Anti-Doping Charge at Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been formally charged by the FA for breaching anti-doping regulations.