Germany secured a spot in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage by defeating Ivory Coast 2-1. Deniz Undav scored both goals for Germany, advancing them for the first time since 2014.
Ben Stokes scored 95 for Durham in a county match on the same day England faces defeat in the second Test against New Zealand. Stokes was omitted from the England squad pending an ECB investigation into a nightclub incident.
Pace bowler Josh Tongue acknowledged England's struggles in the second Test against New Zealand, attributing some of the difficulties to the absence of captain Ben Stokes. Stokes and Gus Atkinson are unavailable pending an investigation into a nightclub incident. Stokes has shown form in county cricket, scoring 95 for Durham.
England are on the brink of defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at the Oval, ending day four on 182 for five, trailing by 281 runs. Josh Tongue acknowledged the absence of captain Ben Stokes, who was scoring runs in a county match, while Joe Root continues his stand-in captaincy.
Scotland faces a crucial World Cup match against Brazil after a narrow 1-0 loss to Morocco. Despite a spirited second-half performance, concerns linger over the team's limited game-changing talent compared to nations of similar size, with manager Steve Clarke facing a challenge to develop new talent.
England is on the brink of defeat against New Zealand in the Test match, needing 463 runs to avoid a loss. Joe Root's defiant 75* offers a glimmer of hope amidst a batting collapse that saw England stumble to 182 for five.
England faces a likely defeat in the Test match against New Zealand, needing a monumental 463 runs on the final day. Joe Root's defiant 75 not out offered a glimmer of hope amidst the team's struggles, but the debutant-heavy squad faltered against a seasoned New Zealand side.
Joe Root's unbeaten 75 has given England a fighting chance against New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval. Set a target of 463, England were 182-5 at stumps on day four, requiring 281 more runs. The match also saw Ben Stokes score 95 for Durham.
Ben Stokes returned to form with a 95-run knock for Durham against Northamptonshire, his first significant score since an investigation into a nightclub incident. He is expected to return to lead England in the third Test.
The Socceroos suffered a 2-0 defeat to the USA in Seattle but showed a strong second-half revival, highlighting the potential of young stars Nestory Irankunda and Cristian Volpato. Their performances offer a blueprint for their upcoming match against Paraguay, with both players expressing excitement about their partnership and commitment to the Australian team.
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy reminded observers that pitcher Jacob Misiorowski is human after a 3-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves. Misiorowski allowed two runs in six innings, striking out seven, with his fastball hitting 104.2 mph.
Brazil secured a 3-0 victory over Haiti in Philadelphia, topping Group C with four points and boosting their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage chances. Matheus Cunha scored twice in the first half, marking a historic feat for Brazil. Haiti's elimination was confirmed.
Dmitry Medvedev stated that following the US-Iran deal, Israel, feeling its expectations of Iran's defeat unmet, will seek revenge. He also warned that the Strait of Hormuz has become a 'Persian nuke' that will be used.
Turkey's World Cup hopes ended in tears after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, marking their exit with a match to spare. Despite 62 shots across two games, they failed to score, setting a new World Cup record for most attempts without a goal.
Andy Burnham has emerged as a potential leader for the Labour party after a byelection victory in Makerfield, defeating Reform. His campaign highlighted his ability to connect with people and generate excitement, contrasting with Keir Starmer's perceived lack of warmth. However, Burnham faces challenges in translating his local success into a national project and clarifying his stance on key issues like immigration and economic policy.
Paraguay eliminated Turkiye from the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 victory, despite playing with ten men after a red card for Miguel Almiron. Matias Galarza scored the fastest goal of the tournament after 64 seconds.
Cristian Volpato made a promising debut for the Socceroos against the USA, showcasing skill and composure despite Australia's 2-0 loss. The 22-year-old, who switched allegiance from Italy, expressed regret for not joining Australia sooner.
Scotland contested penalty calls in their loss to Morocco. Canadian player Ismaël Koné vowed to return after a leg break. Former NFL star Marshawn Lynch photographed the US vs. Australia match. Morocco's Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. Osito, a dog, became a viral sensation in Mexico City.
Brazil secured a 3-0 victory over Haiti in their FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match in Philadelphia. Goals from Matheus Cunha and Vinicius Junior propelled Brazil to the top of Group C.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke believes his team were unlucky not to be awarded penalties during their 1-0 loss to Morocco. John McGinn and Scott McTominay appealed for spot-kicks, with McGinn stating a Moroccan defender "took me out". Clarke also suggested a Morocco player could have been red-carded.
Carlton secured a fifth consecutive win under interim coach Josh Fraser, defeating the GWS Giants by 23 points. Despite GWS leveling the scores in the third quarter, Carlton's strong final quarter performance sealed the victory. Giants captain Toby Greene faces scrutiny for a late-game strike.
Australia's Socceroos lost 2-0 to co-hosts USA in their World Cup Group D opener in Seattle. Despite a humbling first half, the team believes they can still qualify for the knockout stages with a positive reaction in their final group match against Paraguay.
Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco in the World Cup. Former referee Christina Unkel believes Scotland should have been awarded one of two second-half penalty claims, specifically for a foul on Scott McTominay. Head coach Steve Clarke also questioned decisions, favoring a potential penalty for John McGinn.
Ismael Saibari scored the fastest goal in 2026 FIFA World Cup history, netting after just 71 seconds to give Morocco a 1-0 victory over Scotland. The win significantly boosts Morocco's chances of reaching the knockout rounds.
