FootballBrian McDermott names England’s 23 for the 2026 World Cup
Mikey Lewis gets the nod ahead of Jake Connor in England’s 23-player squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
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FootballPau Cubarsí puts mental health at the heart of young players’ development
“Working on your mental health is the most important thing,” says Pau Cubarsí. The defender says a club psychologist helped him take his first steps towards the first team and that he sometimes goes to therapy.
GeneralFrom Rooney to Benítez: Cristiano Ronaldo’s career controversies revisited
A recent clash with his coach adds to a series of tensions throughout Cristiano Ronaldo’s career. They range from the incident with Wayne Rooney at the 2006 World Cup to disagreements with José Mourinho and Rafa Benítez.
FootballA date has been set for the announcement of the 2030 World Cup final venue
A date has been set for the venue of the 2030 World Cup final to be announced. Rafael Louzán has reiterated the RFEF’s confidence that the final will be held in Spain, with two Moroccan possibilities also in the running.
FootballDzeko to bid farewell to international football against Sweden
Edin Dzeko will end his international career with Bosnia and Herzegovina in their Nations League match against Sweden. Aged 40, he leaves with 151 caps and 73 goals, his country’s all-time record.
FootballGilberto Mora, Mexico record holder and reportedly on the radar of major European clubs
At 17 years and 347 days, Gilberto Mora scored his first goal for Mexico against Colombia and became the youngest scorer in the national team’s history. While FC Barcelona says it has made no move, the Mexican’s name continues to be linked with the Catalan club as his 18th birthday approaches.
FootballAt Barça, there will not be room for every midfielder once the injury list clears
Gavi’s gradual return illustrates the intensity of competition in Barça’s midfield. Rodrigo Hernández’s arrival has further strengthened Hansi Flick’s options, while Frenkie de Jong is also due to return to competition.
FootballCraig Bellamy targets more history against a Denmark side under pressure
After a 1-0 defeat in Portugal, Craig Bellamy’s Wales travel to Copenhagen on Sunday at 17:00 BST to face Denmark in the Nations League. The Wales head coach returns to an opponent against whom he has already made his mark as a player.
GeneralSpain’s magnificent eight, triple champions under Luis de la Fuente
Eight Spain players have won the World Cup, the Euros and the Nations League under Luis de la Fuente. With that core in place, they are setting the challenge at Wembley of taking Spain to a fourth Nations League final.
GeneralBruno Guimaraes still affected by missed penalty against Norway
The Arsenal midfielder said his missed penalty against Norway still “hurts”. He reflected on that decisive moment in 2026.
FootballFrom Rangers to La Liga, Scotland is Robbie Ure’s next step
After leaving Rangers without establishing himself there, Robbie Ure joined Sevilla and now hopes to earn his first Scotland cap. The 22-year-old striker arrives in a reshaped attacking unit ahead of Saturday’s Nations League trip to Slovenia.
GeneralLamine Yamal: “We played the way we wanted to play” after Spain’s 2-0 win over France
Lamine Yamal shared his view on Spain’s 2-0 semi-final victory over France on 14 July. The Barcelona and La Roja winger praised his team’s performance.
FootballLionel Messi to bid farewell to Argentina on 6 October, Scaloni expected to stay
Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina against Benin at River Plate’s stadium in Buenos Aires. Lionel Scaloni, who had left his future open after the 2026 Cup final, is close to extending his contract.
GeneralLes Bleues defeated by the United States in the World Cup final
Les Bleues were defeated in the World Cup final by the American team on Sunday, with a score of 97-7-79. This loss prevents them from qualifying directly for the Olympic Games, as they will need to go through the Euro tournament in June to earn their Olympic spot. The Olympic Games 2028 will be held in Los Angeles.