Manager Hansi Flick will take charge of Barcelona in Sunday's El Clasico against Real Madrid despite the death of his father.
Rafael Benitez, a Champions League-winning manager, has publicly declared his interest in the vacant Scotland head coach position following Steve Clarke's resignation. Benitez, recently sacked from Panathinaikos, is seeking a new challenge and expressed openness to international management.
Four Wimbledon semi-finalists, Coco Gauff, Marta Kostyuk, Karolina Muchova, and Linda Noskova, have all historically struggled with grass courts but have now found success at SW19, guaranteeing a first-time champion.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals, a feat not seen since Goran Ivanisevic in 2001. His remarkable victories, including a straight-sets win over world number 10 Flavio Cobolli, have captivated the nation and rewritten tennis history.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals, defying expectations and rewriting history. His remarkable victories, including a straight-sets win over Flavio Cobolli, have captivated the nation and drawn comparisons to Goran Ivanisevic's 2001 run.
Fifa's head of refereeing, Pierluigi Collina, defended World Cup officials against "unfounded allegations" after Egypt's loss to Argentina. The Egyptian FA demanded an investigation into perceived "double standards" in officiating, but Collina asserted the integrity of match officials.
Morocco's journey to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals is a result of sustained national ambition and investment, backed by King Mohammed VI. With a focus on youth development and talent identification from its diaspora, the country aims to become a global football powerhouse, preparing to co-host the 2030 World Cup.
