VAR rules out late winner to deny Iran guaranteed last-32 spot
VAR disallowed Shoja Khalilzadeh's injury-time goal, preventing Iran from securing automatic qualification to the round of 32. Iran must now await other results to determine if they advance as one of the best third-placed teams in the tournament.
Scotland's World Cup hopes at 0.07% - these are results they need
Scotland's World Cup qualification probability dropped to 0.07 percent following their loss to Brazil. The team faces an extremely difficult path forward requiring specific results from remaining matches.
‘I understand why some people think I’m a bitch’: world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka on screaming, stunt matches, and why she’s much nicer off court
Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1 tennis player, experienced a post-defeat meltdown at the French Open last month and said she felt like quitting tennis, though she had been playing imperiously well before her quarter-final loss. She attributes people's perception of her as aggressive to her on-court demeanor, saying she is much nicer off court.
Cape Verde’s World Cup fairytale continues after Saudi Arabia draw secures Argentina tie
Cape Verde secured a World Cup last-32 match against Argentina after Saudi Arabia drew a game played nearly 1,000 miles away in Guadalajara. The island nation of 530,000 people will face Lionel Messi's team in the tournament's knockout stage.
England through to last 32 of the World Cup after Uruguay exit against Spain
Uruguay's defeat to Spain and Cape Verde's draw with Saudi Arabia eliminated Uruguay from World Cup qualification. England advanced to the last 32 as one of the best third-placed teams with a superior points record, and will face Panama on Saturday.
Yukon’s Gavin McKenna becomes only second Indigenous player selected No 1 in NHL draft
Gavin McKenna, an 18-year-old left winger from Whitehorse, was selected first overall by Toronto in the NHL draft. McKenna is only the second Indigenous player ever chosen No. 1 in the draft and played for Penn State before his selection.
US Soccer offers contract renewal to Mauricio Pochettino through 2030 World Cup
US Soccer offered Mauricio Pochettino a contract extension through the 2030 World Cup after discussing a new deal for approximately three months. Pochettino and US Soccer CEO JT Batson publicly discussed the negotiations as recently as late May, when the federation said it had received multiple inquiries regarding Pochettino's services.
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari on the march with Austria key to title hopes
Lewis Hamilton secured his first victory for Ferrari in Barcelona, marking the team's first win since 2024. Ferrari is planning an engine upgrade after the summer break as they look to strengthen their championship position.
Elliot Anderson’s journey from Bristol Rovers loanee to most expensive British player
Elliot Anderson moved to Manchester City for £116 million, making him the most expensive British player. His rise began at Bristol Rovers on loan, continued through Newcastle United, and accelerated at Nottingham Forest where he established himself as a top English midfielder.
Serena Williams sprinkles stardust at Wimbledon with top female players toiling
Serena Williams returned to singles competition at Wimbledon after a four-year retirement, training with partner Marta Kostyuk on court 10 in Aorangi Park. Williams greeted Kostyuk after their morning session, leaving the typically outspoken Ukrainian player momentarily speechless.
US players insist momentum remains with them despite late loss to Turkey
The United States lost to Turkey in a meaningless World Cup group match after being on the verge of a draw. US players maintain their momentum remains intact despite the late loss, with the team's advancement already secured before the game.
'We'll see who's right' - Stokes and Santner clash over dismissal
Mitchell Santner was given out in the England-New Zealand Test after the ball apparently struck his glove, though he believed it hit his arm guard and challenged the decision. The third umpire upheld the dismissal, giving Ben Stokes his 250th Test career wicket.
Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with Paraguay
Australia's soccer team qualified for the World Cup knockout round after drawing 0-0 with Paraguay. The Socceroos secured their place in the last 32 for the third time in their history with the scoreless result.
Toronto Tempo’s Marina Mabrey ties WNBA scoring record with 53 points
Marina Mabrey scored 53 points while shooting 9-of-18 from three-point range, tying the WNBA single-game scoring record. The Toronto Tempo defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 125-97, with Mabrey reaching the record previously held by A'ja Wilson and Liz Cambage.