Chris Sutton takes on Race Across the World podcast host Alfie Watts plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's fixtures.
Manchester United have agreed a £50m deal with Chelsea for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The deal includes an initial £48m plus £2m in add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause for Chelsea. Santos, 22, brings Premier League experience and energy to United's midfield.
The 2026 World Cup, featuring 48 nations across Canada, Mexico, and the US, has been hailed as the biggest ever. Stats show it's been exciting with high goal averages, a record number of late winners, and open play goals. Attendances are high, and star players are performing well, but controversies over ticket prices, hydration breaks, and refereeing persist.
Justin Bieber will headline the 2026 World Cup half-time show in New York on July 19, performing alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and others. The event supports the Fifa Global Citizen Education Fund.
Dame Sarah Storey, Britain's most decorated Paralympian with 19 gold medals, has announced her retirement from elite competition after a 35-year career. The 48-year-old, who excelled in swimming and cycling, plans to leverage her experience in new roles, including her work as Manchester's travel commissioner and chair of Lancashire Cricket.
Four England players, Marc Guehi, Nico O'Reilly, Declan Rice, and Jude Bellingham, are at risk of suspension for the World Cup semi-final due to yellow card accumulation. Jordan Henderson also faces potential tournament exit after a wrist injury.
Jack Draper, a wildcard, has reached the Wimbledon men's semi-finals, a feat not seen since 2001. Despite a privileged background and seemingly weaker stats, Draper's mental toughness, clutch performance in decisive points, and connection with the crowd have propelled him past higher-ranked opponents.
