Keir Starmer has updated the House of Commons on what he knew, and when, in regard to Peter Mandelson’s vetting for the post of UK ambassador to the US. Was what the PM said enough to convince his party and the public that he should not resign? Continue reading...
Australia decisively defeated England in the Women's Cricket World Cup final at Lord's. Despite a strong turnout and buildup, England struggled against Australia's dominant performance, highlighting the growing popularity and professionalism of women's cricket.
The White House successfully lobbied Fifa to overturn a one-game ban for US striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in the World Cup last-16. The decision, which surprised the Royal Belgian Football Association, was made under Fifa's disciplinary code allowing suspension of red cards not related to match-fixing.
Naomi Osaka defeated top seed Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2) in the fourth round of Wimbledon. Osaka's dominant performance advances her to the quarter-finals for the first time and opens up the women's draw.
Fifa has suspended the one-game ban for USA striker Folarin Balogun, making him available for the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium. The decision, which surprised the Royal Belgian Football Association, was made using Article 27 of the Fifa Disciplinary Code.
Defender Djed Spence has a muscular niggle before England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico. The Tottenham player's issue is unspecified, and his availability for Sunday's match is uncertain. This adds to England's defensive concerns, with Reece James also a doubt.
Folarin Balogun can play for the US against Belgium after FIFA suspended his one-game ban for a red card. The striker's ban is suspended for one year, a decision praised by President Trump and supported by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
