India's women's hockey goalkeepers, Savita Punia and Bichu Devi Kharibam, trained with former Dutch international Pirmin Blaak in Germany, focusing on technical and mental aspects ahead of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup in the Netherlands.
Lionel Messi scored his first two goals since the World Cup and became the Leagues Cup all-time leading scorer as Inter Miami came from behind to beat Atlético San Luis 4-2.
Lenovo, behind the success of Ref Cam at the Men's World Cup, is developing advanced AI solutions for the 2026 Women's World Cup in Brazil, including digital twins for 1,248 players to enhance offside technology and an analytical tool to democratize football data.
Russian synchronized swimmers secured a gold medal in Team Free at the 2026 European Aquatics Championships in Paris, France, scoring 285.0346 points. This marks their seventh medal at the tournament, competing under neutral status for the first time since 2021.
Argentine President Javier Milei claims an 'anti-Argentina campaign' criticizing the national football team was financed by the US Democratic party and the governments of Brazil and Mexico. Analysts suggest this narrative distracts from his plummeting popularity and austerity measures, while social media researchers found no evidence of a large-scale coordinated operation.
Indian boxing coach Santiago Nieva expresses satisfaction with the team's performance at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Championships, viewing medals as a byproduct of hard work. He highlights strong competition and outlines the team's focus on upcoming events like the Asian Games, World Championships, and Olympic qualifiers.
Shiho Kuwaki secured an unlikely Women's Open victory at Royal Lytham & St Annes after a dramatic playoff against Esther Henseleit. Henseleit's tee shot hit a marshal and ricocheted into a gorse bush, giving Kuwaki the advantage for her win.
India batter Abhishek Sharma scored 233 runs from 91 balls for Amritsar Men Senior against Tarn Taran in the Punjab State Inter District Senior One Day Limited Overs Tournament on Sunday, marking a strong return to form after a disappointing series against Zimbabwe.
Carlos Cordeiro resigned as Gianni Infantino's senior adviser at FIFA, protesting a proposal to sell a World Cup stake, calling it "a bad deal for football." This adds to pressure on Infantino, who faces united opposition from major confederations like UEFA, Concacaf, and AFC, threatening his leadership.
Rajat Patidar will captain the Central Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy in Bengaluru (Aug 23-Sep 10), with Rinku Singh as vice-captain. Saransh Jain, part of India's Test squad, is expected to miss early matches, potentially making his Test debut against Sri Lanka.
FIFA has abandoned its controversial plan to sell minority stakes in World Cup commercial rights to private investors, following strong opposition from major confederations like AFC, UEFA, and Concacaf. President Gianni Infantino stated the project created divisions and would not proceed, aiming instead to unite stakeholders.
UEFA's threat to boycott FIFA competitions over a proposal to sell World Cup stakes to private investors placed women's football on the frontline. The plan, which would have severely impacted the women's game, ultimately collapsed, highlighting the risks posed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino's governance.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his preferred squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Ashwin notably included veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar while excluding prominent players like Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson from his selection.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his preferred squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup, categorizing players into 'Yes', 'Maybe', and 'No'. Notably, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar was a 'Yes' pick, while Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson were excluded from his squad.
Hong Kong will compete in the inaugural Fifa Asean Cup's "Challenge Division" in September and October, drawn in Group A with Myanmar, led by former Hong Kong coach Jorn Andersen, and Brunei.
UEFA members unanimously voted to boycott FIFA tournaments if Gianni Infantino's private investment plan (FFE) isn't scrapped by September 19. This decision marks a victory for UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, but FIFA is expected to resist, setting the stage for an escalating power struggle within global football governance.
Fifa President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors faces strong opposition. UEFA unanimously voted to boycott tournaments if the plan proceeds, while Concacaf and AFC, led by Sheikh Salman, also express deep concern over unilateral actions. JP Morgan is again involved despite past controversies.
UEFA has threatened a boycott of the men's and women's World Cup by its members if FIFA proceeds with a controversial plan to sell stakes in the tournament's commercial rights to private investors, sparking widespread concern among football bodies.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn his controversial plans to sell minority stakes in FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors. The decision followed widespread condemnation from football bodies like UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF, and internal resignations.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn his controversial proposal to sell World Cup commercial rights to private investors, citing "divisions" and widespread global opposition from confederations like UEFA and Concacaf, and internal resignations. The collapse puts his presidency under severe pressure.
European football's 55 member associations have voted to boycott all Fifa competitions, including the World Cup, if the governing body proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its events to private investors. Concacaf also rejected the proposal, citing a lack of due process and an "artificially short deadline."
FIFA's plan to sell a private stake in its tournament business, including the World Cup, has sparked a major confrontation with European football. UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to boycott FIFA tournaments if the proposal proceeds, highlighting the expanding influence of US-style sports finance.
Lionel Messi surprised Cape Verde defender Steven Moreira by greeting him in English before their World Cup match, a rare public use of the language by Messi despite playing in the US since 2023.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defends the World Cup against critics, accusing them of hate and false narratives, highlighting the tournament's unity, safety, and joy despite controversies.
