France-born Bouaddi approved to play for Morocco before World Cup

France-born Ayyoub Bouaddi has been approved to play for Morocco less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.
16 May 2026, 17:00 PM

Arbeloa 'happy' if Mourinho back at Real Madrid next season

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Saturday he would be pleased if Jose Mourinho replaces him and leads the club next season.
16 May 2026, 16:30 PM

South Korea coach backs Son to shine at his fourth World Cup

South Korea's coach backed Son Heung-min to get back to goalscoring ways at his fourth World Cup after on Saturday naming the striker in his squad for the tournament.
16 May 2026, 16:02 PM

Pretty in pink: Dallas World Cup venue chasing perfect pitch

Dangling above field level at the biggest stadium of the 2026 World Cup, eighteen giant metal arms flood a newly laid grass pitch in an eerie pink glow.
16 May 2026, 11:21 AM

The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup

Lionel Messi's career seemed complete after he led Argentina to victory at the 2022 World Cup, but the motivation to keep playing is still there for him and his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo as the duo prepare to make history at this year's tournament in North America.
16 May 2026, 10:00 AM

Aston Villa humble Liverpool to secure Champions League qualification

Aston Villa secured Champions League football with a 4-2 win over Liverpool on Friday that leaves the Reds still at risk of missing out on Europe's elite competition next season.
16 May 2026, 08:52 AM

Haiti set sights on knockout rounds after unveiling squad

Haiti coach Sebastien Migne said Friday his team are targeting a place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup as he named a 26-strong squad for the tournament.
16 May 2026, 01:21 AM

City chase double, Chelsea seek salvation in Wembley showdown

All eyes will be on the Wembley Stadium today as Manchester City take on Chelsea in the FA Cup final.
15 May 2026, 23:59 PM

Bayern veteran Neuer signs one-year contract extension

Bayern Munich veteran Manuel Neuer announced Friday that he has extended his contract at the German champions by one year until 2027.
15 May 2026, 21:46 PM

'Our toughest title’: captain Topu hails Kings’ triumph amid crisis

Having reclaimed the Bangladesh Premier League title with a match to spare, Topu Barman described Bashundhara Kings’ sixth league triumph as the toughest of his career.
15 May 2026, 21:24 PM

De Ligt to miss World Cup after back surgery

Matthijs de Ligt will miss the Netherlands' World Cup campaign after undergoing back surgery to address an injury that has kept him out since November.
15 May 2026, 21:00 PM

'Out of shape' Lukaku named in Belgium World Cup squad

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia named Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad on Friday despite saying Belgium's all-time record goalscorer was "out of shape".
15 May 2026, 20:17 PM

China state broadcaster secures rights to 2026, 2030 World Cups

China's state broadcaster has secured the rights to air the World Cup this year and in 2030, CCTV and FIFA said Friday, ending an agonising wait for fans in the football-mad country.
15 May 2026, 19:57 PM

Kings regain BFL title with win over Abahani

Bashundhara Kings regained the Bangladesh Football League title with a match to spare after beating rivals Abahani Limited 2-0 in the penultimate round at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Datta Stadium on Friday.
15 May 2026, 18:11 PM

Beckham becomes first British billionaire sportsman

Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham has become Britain's first billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.
15 May 2026, 17:37 PM

‘Sweet dilemma’ as BFF, ministry stall over coach call

BFF’s previous announcement was to reach an agreement with a new possible head coach and make the name of the coach public on.
15 May 2026, 15:40 PM

Benched Mbappe complains Arbeloa said he was 'fourth forward'

Fans were unhappy about Mbappe travelling to Sardinia on holiday while recovering from his injury.
15 May 2026, 12:15 PM

Injured Mitoma fails to make Japan's World Cup squad

Mitoma is one of Japan's best players and scored the winner in their 1-0 friendly victory over England at Wembley in March.
15 May 2026, 12:00 PM

The man who made the goalpost look smaller

That day, the sky over Liverpool was heavy with clouds. A gentle breeze blew through the July afternoon, and the crowd at Goodison Park was sparse -- just over thirty-eight thousand.
15 May 2026, 11:54 AM

At trial, doctor suggests Maradona's death was avoidable

Seven healthcare professionals are on trial in San Isidro for potential negligence in Maradona's death, and face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
15 May 2026, 11:44 AM