Barcelona Femení, despite winning four trophies, faces a significant player exodus for the second consecutive summer, including stars like Alexia Putellas, due to the club's financial fair play issues. This leaves the squad dangerously thin as pre-season training begins, raising concerns about their ability to defend titles.
Arsenal has signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez on a free transfer from Real Madrid, continuing their squad rebuild. The 27-year-old joins other new additions as the WSL side aims to challenge for the league title after finishing second last season.
Australian sprinter Torrie Lewis broke her own national 100m record, clocking 11.04 seconds and defeating five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah at the Tipos PTS meet in Slovakia. This achievement provides perfect preparation for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Rodri has joined the small group of players to win the World Cup, European Championship, Champions League and Ballon d'Or. The article also answers reader questions on World Cup assists, Ballon d'Or caps and football records.
Karolina Urbanova from the Czech Republic and Hayward native Meredith Ingbretson broke multiple world records at the annual Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin. Their achievements underscore the sport's expanding reach and increased opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated events.
South Korean baseball champions LG Twins have signed former MLB pitcher Carlos Carrasco for the remainder of the KBO season, paying him US$360,000. This move bolsters their rotation after releasing reliever Yacksel Rios, aiming to improve their performance amid a recent six-game losing streak.
Zimbabwe has named a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against India in Harare on July 23, 25, and 26, featuring uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Tafadzwa Tsiga and returning players Wessly Madhevere and Newman Nyamhuri.
Jess Fox, alongside her sister Noemie Fox and Kate Eckhardt, secured a world title gold for the Australian women's kayak team in Oklahoma. This victory marks Fox's successful return to competition after kidney surgery and is the trio's second team title in the event.
Australia's cricket captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon are back in the 13-man squad for the upcoming two-Test home series against Bangladesh in August, following their recovery from injuries sustained during the Ashes.
The next Women’s Football World Cup is scheduled for the northern hemisphere summer in Brazil, with 14 teams already qualified. Spain, the current top-ranked team and 2023 champions, are highlighted. Organizers, including Fifa and Brazil, are working to ensure a successful tournament with full stadiums.
India's senior selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is preparing to pick the squad for the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka, with uncertainty surrounding all-rounder Washington Sundar's hamstring injury. The team is expected to see the return of key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja.
Table tennis legend Deng Yaping congratulated veterans Ma Long and Xu Xin on their third men's doubles title at the National Championships in Changsha, praising their meticulous technique, experience, and composure against younger opponents.
Mjällby besegrade Lincoln Red Imps med 3–0 i Champions League-kvalet, där Aki Samuelsen gjorde två mål, varav ett efter ett mönsteranfall. Segern ger Mjällby ett starkt utgångsläge inför returen i Gibraltar.
Rodrigo Hernández, conocido como Rodri, se convierte en el séptimo futbolista de la historia en ganar el Balón de Oro, un torneo continental de selecciones, la Copa del Mundo y la Champions League, tras la victoria de España en el Mundial 2026 en Nueva Jersey.
Golfer Bryson DeChambeau is accused of threatening to call Donald Trump after receiving a two-shot penalty for improving his backswing area at the Open Championship in Royal Birkdale, highlighting the increasing politicization of sport.
La 26ª edición de la Champions League femenina inicia su fase previa con 19 equipos. El torneo destaca la participación de la española Marta Llopis en el PAOK Salónica y la situación de Júlia Aguado del Ludogorets Razgrad, ambas compartiendo sus experiencias en ligas extranjeras.
Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, 27, has made a strong comeback after a career-threatening patellar tendon rupture in April 2024, which caused him to miss the Paris Olympics. Now in peak physical condition, he aims to win gold at the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and perform well at the Asian Games, having recently registered an 8.38m jump.
Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title in 2026 by beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Following the victory, Spain's players celebrated by cutting pieces of the goal net at MetLife Stadium, a tradition borrowed from basketball, to keep as souvenirs.
Hong Kong will host the Fencing World Championships for the first time, welcoming over 1,000 competitors from 200+ regions. Local favorites like Ryan Choi Chun-yin and Cheung Ka-long, alongside mainland Chinese fencers, are set to compete for 12 gold medals at AsiaWorld-Expo.
Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill expressed frustration over persistent player injuries, including key bowlers Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, which have hampered team selection and performance in recent series. With the ODI World Cup approaching, the team faces a significant fitness challenge, as several players are undergoing rehabilitation.
Australian water polo star Abby Andrews, fresh from winning the European Champions League MVP with Olympiacos, discusses her success and the upcoming World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup in Sydney, where the Stingers aim for gold and to inspire a new generation.
Five reigning BWF World Champions, including Shi Yu Qi and Akane Yamaguchi, arrive in New Delhi for the August 17-23 tournament at the Indira Gandhi indoor stadium, aiming to defend their titles amidst high pressure.
L'Espagne a célébré ses champions du monde de football à Madrid, où deux millions de personnes ont fêté la victoire de l'équipe de Lamine Yamal contre l'Argentine (1-0). Rodri est devenu le quatrième joueur à remporter la Coupe du monde, la Ligue des champions, l'Euro et le Ballon d'or.
The inaugural Rugby Nations Championship has been largely enjoyed by viewers, showcasing compelling international rugby. However, the competition is still plagued by persistent refereeing inconsistencies and prolonged TMO reviews, leading to frustration and calls for rule changes to streamline the game.
