French media outlet L'Équipe apologized to Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku after a pundit criticized his desire to leave the World Cup for his child's birth. Doku's son, Praise, was born Monday, and he rejoined his team in Seattle.
French outlet L'Équipe apologized to Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku after a pundit criticized his decision to leave the World Cup for his child's birth. Doku's son, Praise, was born Monday in London. The pundit's remarks sparked backlash, with many defending Doku's choice.
Global stock markets have seen record booms, partly due to fewer listed companies and massive share buybacks. Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO, raising over $85 billion, signals a potential shift, with AI giants also planning large offerings, increasing available stock and challenging current valuations.
The US men's national team has shown strong form, winning their opening two World Cup games and securing a spot in the knockout round. With momentum, home-field advantage, and effective coaching, there's belief they can win. However, they haven't faced top-tier competition yet, lack elite global talent, and the pressure of the knockout stage looms.
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria. He also equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals. Messi was involved in a controversial studs-up challenge that some pundits believed warranted a red card.
US winger Tim Weah dismissed comments from former US players and pundits calling their upcoming World Cup match against Australia a "layup." Weah stated the Australian team is young, hungry, and respected, emphasizing that current US players are focused on the game, not the media hype.
Australia's assistant coach Hayden Foxe stated the Socceroos are mature enough to handle World Cup hype ahead of their match against co-hosts the USA, dismissing the need to shield players from social media or external comments.
BBC Sport pundits have revealed their predicted starting XI for England's World Cup opener against Croatia on June 17th in Dallas. Key decisions include the defensive pairing, with John Stones favored over Ezri Konsa, and Jude Bellingham selected at number 10.
The BBC's decision to broadcast the World Cup from the UK, citing cost and environmental concerns, contrasts with ITV's on-location approach. The article analyzes the merits of each, highlighting the BBC's journalistic focus versus ITV's celebrity guests, and the challenges of remote broadcasting.
Kim Jong Un leveraged his "indispensable" position with Xi Jinping, highlighting North Korea's nuclear status as a "stabilizing factor" in the Asia-Pacific, contrasting with Western narratives and Israel's regional impact.
The narrative around AI is polarized, with claims of both utopia and doom. Experts suggest much of the apocalyptic rhetoric is hype, driven by investor speculation and a desire to justify high valuations. While AI impacts jobs, its primary current application may be employee surveillance, not mass replacement.
Pundits and AI predict France to win the 2026 World Cup, with England and Spain as strong contenders. Concerns are raised about humidity and team cohesion, while Scotland faces a tough group stage.
A new report details President Trump's volatile approach to foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran and Israel, leading to confusion among allies and adversaries. Pundits criticize the administration for lacking a clear strategy, potentially damaging global alliances and partnerships.
BBC pundits and AI struggled to predict the Premier League season, with most backing Liverpool to win. Only one pundit correctly ordered the top two teams, highlighting the unpredictability of the league.
Football Focus, a 52-year broadcasting institution, aired its final episode on Sunday. The show featured reflections from past presenters and pundits, including Garth Crooks and Bob Wilson, celebrating its legacy of bringing football stories to fans.
England players recall the emotional rollercoaster of being selected or omitted from World Cup squads. Stories from Micah Richards, Stephen Warnock, Joe Hart, Theo Walcott, and Paul Gascoigne highlight the personal impact of these life-changing calls.
BBC Sport unveils its comprehensive coverage plans for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, featuring 104 matches across its platforms. The team includes new pundits Olivier Giroud, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Benni McCarthy.
A controversial handball decision in Manchester United's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest has reignited debate over the Premier League's handball law, leaving players, pundits, and fans confused.
BBC to add Giroud to regular panel, including FrankPostecoglou will join ITV, who show England openerFormer Tottenham managers Ange Postecoglou and Thomas Frank will go head to head in the TV studio this summer as rival World Cup pundits. The Guardian has learned that Frank has signed a deal with BBC Sport as one of their main analysts, with Postecoglou having agreed to work for ITV.The BBC is also understood to have added former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud to their regular punditry panel that includes Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Alan Shearer, with ITV recruiting Andros Townsend to join Gary Neville, Ian Wright and Roy Keane. Continue reading...
The Gunners’ title charge was strengthened by a goal called back, in a perfect encapsulation of what modern soccer has becomeSign up for the World Behind The Cup newsletterA corner. A melee. Bodies everywhere. Blocks and tugs, pulls and shoves. A VAR decision. Fury. Empty noise. A title perhaps decided; a significant impact on the relegation battle. Shouting. Confused pundits ranting. Social media figures rallying to the side they were always going to take. Welcome to modern soccer.After what looked like an injury-time equaliser for West Ham was ruled out on Sunday, Arsenal now need only to beat Burnley and Crystal Palace to be sure of their first Premier League title in 21 years. In the relegation scrap, West Ham are a point behind Tottenham, who play at home to Leeds, now safe, on Monday evening. But the big issue is a VAR decision. Of course it is: this is 2025-26. Continue reading...
Match of the Day pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy analyse David Raya's potential title-winning save from Mateus Fernandes during Arsenal's 1-0 victory over West Ham at the London stadium.
MOTD pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy, and former Premier League assistant referee Darren Cann, analyse the controversial decision to rule out West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal.
Football Focus pundits discuss potential punishments for Southampton after they were caught spying on Middlesbrough before their play-off semi-final.
BBC Sport pundits Nedum Onuoha, Guillem Balague and Stephen Warnock analyse two contentious handball decisions that weren't awarded against PSG, including a potential red card for Nuno Mendes and a possible penalty for Bayern Munich.
