Fresh from their ODI World Cup victory, India's women's cricket team is intensely focused on clinching the 2026 T20 World Cup in England. Batter Jemimah Rodrigues emphasized the team's heightened hunger for success, stating preparations began immediately after their last triumph.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization's independent judicial process after receiving a call from US President Donald Trump regarding Folarin Balogun's suspension. Infantino stated that FIFA's disciplinary bodies operate autonomously and that such calls do not influence proceedings, emphasizing respect for independent institutions and the rule of law.
Belgium secured a 3-1 victory over the USA in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, including the decisive goal after USA had equalized.
Roberto Martinez has stepped down as Portugal's head coach following their 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Martinez cited the failure to win the World Cup as his reason for leaving, stating his contract ends today.
अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप ने फ़ीफ़ा से अमेरिका के स्ट्राइकर फोलारिन बालोगुन पर लगे एक मैच के बैन की समीक्षा करने को कहा था, जिसकी दुनिया भर में आलोचना हो रही है। फ़ीफ़ा ने प्रतिबंध को 12 महीने के लिए निलंबित कर दिया, जिससे बालोगुन बेल्जियम के ख़िलाफ़ खेलने के योग्य हो गए।
Belgium holds a 2-1 lead over the USA at halftime in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Seattle. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium, while Malik Tillman netted for the USA.
Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer revealed a near draft-day trade with the Kansas City Chiefs for safety Caleb Downs. The Chiefs' move for another player forced Dallas to adjust, but they still secured Downs.
