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FIFA hits back at critics on Friday, vowing to press ahead with an “open and democratic” consultation with stakeholders on a proposed private investment plan. UEFA said it was ready to boycott the World Cup over the proposal to create a commercial subsidiary to run FIFA’s biggest events and allow private investors to acquire stakes in the company. In a statement, FIFA said all of its member associations should have a chance to consider the plan. “Nobody is selling football,” FIFA said in the

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker ⁠Erling Haaland have been named in the fan-voted FIFA World Cup dream ‌team, with both rewarded for standout performances during ‌unexpected runs by their teams. Vozinha ‌topped the goalkeeper vote with 39.6% after ‌a string of impressive displays for ‌World Cup debutants Cape Verde, taking the place in the team despite Spain’s ‌Unai Simon winning the Golden ⁠Glove, which ‌is selected by a FIFA technical group. The 40-year-old, who was without a

The WNBA handed Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello a one-game unpaid suspension Saturday following an ‘inappropriate comment’ aimed at Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese. ESPN reported that the incident stems from Friday’s Tempo-Dream matchup,, The broadcast mics captured Brondello protesting a foul on an injured Nyara Sabally by appearing to label Reese a ‘protected species’ to the referees. Following the game, Reese posted to X (formerly Twitter) “ARE WE SURPRISED?! @SBrondello” with a clown fa

UFC 329 is set to be headlined by a blockbuster rematch between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway, and fans are already treating it like must-see TV. The card brings McGregor back into the Octagon against a version of Holloway who has grown into one of the UFC’s most reliable volume strikers since their first meeting. A new guide lays out everything you need to know: date, location, betting odds, co-main events and key storylines heading into fight night. It breaks down how their styles match up

JD is celebrating Scotland’s long‑awaited return to the World Cup with a new ‘We’re In’ campaign built around fan pride and big‑tournament energy. The rollout leans into the idea that this summer is bigger than football, turning Scotland’s appearance on the world stage into a full lifestyle moment. Fronted by Scotland stars past and present, the campaign showcases the latest national team kits, training wear and terrace‑ready pieces, with JD positioning itself as the place to get ready for the

The Los Angeles Lakers have such a deep history of stars that just making a top‑30 list is an achievement in itself. From the Minneapolis days through Showtime, the Shaq‑and‑Kobe dynasty and the current LeBron era, the franchise has rarely gone long without at least one all‑time great on the roster. A new ranking runs through the 30 best Lakers ever, weighing championships, individual accolades, longevity in purple and gold and overall impact on the franchise. It moves from role‑playing glue gu

Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay player, has died following a battle with brain cancer. He was 47. The former center came out publicly in 2013, becoming a landmark figure for LGBTQ+ visibility in men’s professional sports. Collins’ family confirmed his passing and thanked fans, former teammates and organisations for their support during his illness. Tributes have poured in from across the league, with many emphasising both his role as a teammate and his courage in coming out while stil

New England Patriots rookie Quintayvious Hutchins is facing domestic assault charges tied to an alleged attack in a college dorm room. The defensive lineman, recently brought in as an undrafted free agent, is accused of assaulting a woman while he was still on campus. Police documents and local reporting say Hutchins allegedly punched and kicked the victim during an argument, leaving her with visible injuries that required medical attention. The incident reportedly occurred before he reported t

Ronda Rousey needed just 17 seconds to submit Gina Carano in their long‑teased Netflix main event, closing out her comeback with a vintage armbar. The bout headlined MVP MMA’s card at Intuit Dome in Inglewood and marked Rousey’s first fight in nearly a decade, while Carano returned after 17 years away from competition. From the opening bell, Rousey charged forward, ate a leg kick and immediately shot for a takedown, dragging Carano to the mat within seconds. After briefly fending off a guilloti

Nashville, home of the Tennessee Titans, will host Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 after all 32 NFL owners unanimously voted for it on Tuesday. The league now has its Super Bowl site schedule finalized for the next three years, with SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles) set to be the host this season, Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) in 2028, then Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas) in 2029. Nashville will host Super Bowl LXIV in 2030! #SBLXIV pic.twitter.com/A4ZsLrQaUP — NFL (@NFL) May 19, 2026 'New' Nissan Stadium

Angel Reese took a wall of boos from Dallas fans and turned it into fuel, powering her way to a monster double‑double in one of her early WNBA games. The Chicago Sky rookie was loudly jeered during introductions and each time she touched the ball but responded with relentless work on the glass and in the paint. Game recaps note that Reese racked up an impressive stat line, dominating the boards and battling through contact as the crowd tried to throw her off. The game quickly became a talking p

Joy Taylor is back with a new sports podcast. The noted sports broadcaster is launchingThe Daily Play with Joy Taylor with Urban One. According to the press release, “the new short-form sports commentary series will be distributed across the company’s audio platforms: Radio One, REACH Media, and the Urban One Podcast Network.” Full-length audio episodes of the show will be available on all major platforms—including the Urban One Podcast Network, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Also, a “virtual v

Former President Barack Obama proved he’s still got game after linking up with NBA star Anthony Edwards for a memorable moment on the court during All-Star Weekend. In a clip that’s quickly making rounds online, Obama and the Minnesota Timberwolves guard shared a lighthearted but competitive exchange while shooting around. Known for his love of basketball, Obama looked comfortable as ever on the court, while Edwards brought his signature energy—and a little bit of trash talk—to the matchup. Pr

US President Donald Trump ⁠said on Thursday the Iranian men's national soccer ‌team was welcome to participate in ‌the 2026 World Cup ‌but said he believed ‌it was not appropriate that ‌they be there "for their own life and safety." "The ‌Iran National Soccer Team ⁠is ‌welcome to The World Cup, but I really don’t believe it is appropriate that they be there, for their own ⁠life and safety,"Trump said in a post on Truth Social. Iran's sports minister said ‌on Wednesday that Iran cannot particip

During Inter Miami’s White House visit, Donald Trump managed to turn a routine MLS Cup celebration into a mini foreign‑policy rally about Cuba. Standing beside co‑owner Jorge Mas, whose parents fled the island and who now chairs the Cuban American National Foundation, Trump praised the team and then pivoted, saying “what’s happening with Cuba is amazing” before promising that after the Iran war is “finished,” it will only be “a question of time before you and a lot of unbelievable people are goi

Iran’s government has said the national football team will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US‑Israeli airstrikes and the outbreak of a broader armed conflict in the Middle East, reports nation.com.pk.  Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali told state television yesterday that “under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup” in the United States, Mexico and Canada, accusing the United States of assassinating Iran’s

The 2026 Los Angeles Marathon ended with the kind of drama you usually only get in sports movies. After 26.2 miles from Dodger Stadium to Century City, American distance runner and high‑school coach Nathan Martin was still chasing Kenya’s Michael Kimani Kamau down Santa Monica Boulevard, with Kamau clinging to a small lead as they hit the Avenue of the Stars finish. In the final seconds, Kamau’s legs started to go—not just a fade, but an actual stumble right at the line—opening a tiny window for

Cristiano Ronaldo is back in the viral hot seat, and this time it’s not about a goal—it’s about a shove. In a clip filmed outside Portugal’s team hotel before a World Cup qualifier against Armenia, a young fan rushes up to Ronaldo with his phone out, clearly angling for a selfie, and the star reacts by pushing him away with his forearm as security steps in. The video is only a few seconds long, but that’s all it takes for X and TikTok to start debating whether he’s just setting a boundary or bei

The 2026 Winter Olympics closed with a ceremony that played like a love letter to Italy and to the athletes who spent 17 days on snow and ice. Staged inside Verona’s ancient Arena, the show aired at 8:30 p.m. local time (2:30 p.m. ET), with a primetime encore for U.S. viewers, and formally marked the end of the Milano‑Cortina Games. In a first for a Winter Olympics, two separate cauldrons in Milan and Cortina were extinguished as part of the farewell, underscoring the twin‑city identity that de

With less than four months to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, the biggest storyline off the pitch is simple: who’s actually getting into the stadiums. FIFA says it received around 500 million ticket requests during the initial application window that ran from December 11 to January 13, a number that’s left many fans refreshing inboxes and wondering when they’ll find out if they were successful—and whether there will be another shot. The first wave of n

The Milano‑Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics have settled into a familiar rhythm: Norway on top of the medal table, but with the host nation and the U.S. keeping the race competitive. Norway currently leads with a mix of double‑digit golds and total medals, powered by its usual dominance in cross‑country skiing and biathlon, while Italy is riding a strong home‑field bounce and Team USA sits solidly in the top three. Fans can track the live standings in the updated 2026 Winter Olympics medal table. O

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are set to meet in the Australian Open men’s final, creating another generational showdown at one of tennis’s biggest stages. A win for Alcaraz would complete the career Grand Slam at a remarkably young age, adding Melbourne to his titles at the other three majors, while Djokovic is chasing an all‑time record 25th major and yet another trophy on Rod Laver Arena. Broadcasters and news outlets have framed the clash as a historic moment, with the matchup highlighte

Patriots vs. Seahawks in Super Bowl LX shapes up as a close matchup. Seattle has leaned on its run game and a defense that limits big plays, with Sam Darnold mostly asked to protect the ball and keep the offense on schedule. New England has relied more on short passes, ball control and a defense that has held up in key situations. Seattle is usually most effective when Kenneth Walker III is productive on the ground and the offense can pick spots to throw deep to receivers like Jaxon Smith‑Njigb