Iran's head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has called on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address the "very unfair" treatment his team has received from the US co-hosts during the World Cup, citing visa denials for officials and disruptive travel arrangements.
Iran's World Cup qualification hopes hang in the balance after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Egypt. A last-minute winner was disallowed by VAR, and Iran hit the woodwork twice in stoppage time. Their fate now depends on other group results.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka reflects on her recent French Open collapse, her emotional intensity on court, and her evolving public image. Despite past controversies, she reveals a self-aware and humorous personality, emphasizing her love for the game and commitment to improving.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka reflects on her recent French Open collapse, past controversies, and her evolving approach to emotions on court. Despite a public desire to quit tennis, she remains committed to the sport, embracing her intense personality as part of her game.
Trainer Frankie Lor expresses optimism for his horses competing in Saturday's Sha Tin races, highlighting Bottomuptogether's return to 1,000m with Britney Wong's 7lb claim, Run Run Smart's first dirt start, and veteran Sword Point's potential.
US Congress is nearing a federal rulebook for digital assets, potentially boosting crypto tokens linked to high-revenue applications. Legislation like the CLARITY Act could attract traditional finance firms, favoring tokens from trading, lending, and financial services platforms that currently trade at low revenue multiples.
Serena Williams makes her singles return at Wimbledon after four years of retirement, facing Australia's Maja Joint. The draw also features defending champion Iga Swiatek, British players Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper with tough matchups, and Novak Djokovic in the men's draw.
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Trainer David Eustace hopes his talented sprinter Colourful King will bounce back in the Class One Pearce Memorial Challenge Cup at Sha Tin. Eustace also has other runners, including stable debutant Light Years Glory and Glittering Legend, competing in various races at the meeting.
Turkiye defeated the United States 3-2 with a late Kaan Ayhan goal in a World Cup dead-rubber match in Los Angeles. Despite the US already winning Group D and Turkiye being eliminated, the action-packed game saw Turkiye restore pride with their first goals of the tournament, while the US prepared for knockout rounds.
Turkiye defeated a heavily rotated United States team 3-2 in an action-packed World Cup dead-rubber match in Los Angeles. Kaan Ayhan scored a late winner for the already eliminated Turkiye, while the US, despite the loss, had already secured Group D victory and advanced to the knockout rounds.
Ecuador defeated four-time champion Germany 2-1 at MetLife Stadium, securing a dramatic berth in the World Cup knockout stages. Gonzalo Plata scored the winning goal in the 77th minute, marking Ecuador's first round-of-16 appearance since 2006. The match saw a record attendance of 80,663 fans.
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas, 32, has chosen to join Women's Super League club London City Lionesses after 14 years at Barcelona. The move is a significant scoop for the independent South London club, though a final agreement is still pending.
Spain and Uruguay clash in a crucial FIFA World Cup Group H match in Mexico, with Spain needing a win for first place and Uruguay requiring at least a point to secure progression to the Round of 32 amidst competition from Cape Verde.
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Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu stated his team is solely focused on defeating "a very strong" Sweden in their final Group F match to secure first place, aiming to avoid Brazil in the last 32 and instead face Morocco.
Nominees for the Champion Awards have been announced, with the Champion Miler category featuring a tight contest between My Wish, Voyage Bubble, and Romantic Warrior. Separately, Ka Ying Rising's top spot in the Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings is under threat from Ombudsman.
FIFA introduces a bespoke AI agent, Football AI Pro, to all World Cup teams to democratize technology access and level the playing field, as smaller nations like Curaçao already leverage data for scouting and manager selection.
New Zealand faces a significant setback in the decisive third Test against England at Trent Bridge, with key players Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips ruled out due to injury. England also made lineup changes, including captain Ben Stokes' return, as the series is tied 1-1.
Course and distance specialist Stellar Express returns to his preferred 1,000m trip in the Class One Pearce Memorial Challenge Cup at Sha Tin on Saturday, seeking a sixth win. Trainer John Size also has Lifeline Express and Fit For Beauty competing in other races, hoping for strong performances.
South Africa defeated South Korea 1-0 in a World Cup match, with Thapelo Maseko scoring the decisive goal in the second half. This victory secured South Africa's first-ever knockout stage berth in the tournament, while South Korea still holds a chance to advance as a best third-placed team.
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in an action-packed World Cup match, coming from behind twice to secure their spot in the last 32. Despite the win, Morocco finished second in Group C behind Brazil on goal difference and will face the Group F winners in the first knockout round.
Trainer Cody Mo-Wai-kit achieved a remarkable treble at Happy Valley on Wednesday night with wins from Jumbo Treasure, Meowth, and Flying Fortune. Jockey Derek Leung Ka-chun also secured a double, while Luke Ferraris and Joao Moreira each rode two winners.
China Telecom awarded a major server procurement deal for 2026-2027, worth up to $1.7 billion, to six domestic companies. Huawei indirectly benefits through its Kunpeng ecosystem, while other tech giants like ZTE and Lenovo secured contracts for C86 servers, reflecting a trend of state-owned carriers prioritizing domestic technology.
