Other·141 days ago
Why Spain's players don't sing their national anthem
Spain's anthem has no official lyrics due to its association with Franco's dictatorship.
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Football·141 days ago
Why Ivory Coast's badge carries three stars despite no World Cup wins
The Elephants' three stars represent their Africa Cup of Nations triumphs, not World Cup victories.
Football·142 days ago
Boston and Glasgow become twin cities after Tartan Army charm offensive
Mayor Michelle Wu signs twin city agreement citing goodwill from Scotland fans during 2026 World Cup.
Football·142 days ago
Declan Rice showing signs of fatigue after relentless schedule
Aaron Cresswell says Rice can 'play six or seven games a week', but 360 appearances since 2020-21 may be taking a toll.
Tournaments·142 days ago
Jesse Marsch in tears after hearing Canada star's leg snap in World Cup win
Canada boss Jesse Marsch was visibly emotional after midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg in a 6-0 World Cup victory over Qatar.
Tournaments·142 days ago
Lineker hails Kane as England's greatest striker after World Cup double
Gary Lineker says Harry Kane is 'the greatest English striker we've ever had' after Kane's double against Croatia.
Other·142 days ago
Fatima Sana becomes first Pakistani woman to play in The Hundred
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana selected by Birmingham Phoenix as wildcard pick for 2025 Hundred competition.
Football·143 days ago
Ronaldo drought continues as Congo DR hold Portugal to 1-1 draw
Portugal could not break down Congo DR in a frustrating 1-1 friendly draw, with Cristiano Ronaldo extending his goal drought.
Tournaments·143 days ago
Alphonso Davies cleared to face Qatar in World Cup
Canada captain Alphonso Davies is available for Thursday's World Cup match against Qatar after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Other·143 days ago
Baker Mayfield Responds to Todd Bowles' Health Concerns Amid Contract Stalemate
Quarterback Baker Mayfield pushes back after his head coach questioned his ability to protect himself on the field.
Other·143 days ago
Floyd Mayweather faces two felony charges over $200,000 bad check for watch
The boxing legend is accused of writing a bad check to buy an Audemars Piguet watch in Las Vegas.
Football·143 days ago
Pochettino slams MLS system, says US soccer rewards 'losers'
USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino criticizes MLS lack of promotion and relegation, saying it fosters complacency.
Other·143 days ago
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson collapses at mile event in Raleigh
The 39-year-old American collapsed while pacing a mile race in North Carolina and is receiving hospital treatment.
Other·143 days ago
Beau Greaves earns first PDC Tour seeding after six months
The 22-year-old was seeded for Players Championship 22 after Luke Humphries withdrew.
Other·143 days ago
Sky Sports to air Major League Cricket live from 2026 season
Sky Sports will exclusively broadcast the fourth season of Major League Cricket in the UK and Ireland, starting June 18, 2026.
Football·143 days ago
Sciver-Brunt out of England's next two T20 World Cup games with calf injury
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss matches against Scotland and West Indies after sustaining a calf injury.
Other·143 days ago
UFC Vegas 119: Kape vs Horiguchi rematch headlines Fight Night
Flyweight contenders Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi meet in a long-awaited rematch at UFC Fight Night 279.
Tournaments·143 days ago
Tehrangeles Comes Alive for Iran's World Cup Opener
In Los Angeles, the largest Iranian diaspora community gathered for watch parties during Iran's World Cup opener.
Football·144 days ago
Messi hat-trick powers Argentina past Algeria in World Cup opener
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick, equalling the all-time scoring record as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City.
Football·144 days ago
Northern Ireland learn potential World Cup play-off opponents
The draw for the 2027 Women's World Cup play-offs will determine who Michael McArdle's side must overcome.
Other·144 days ago
McLaren lodge appeal over Gasly's penalty reversal at Monaco GP
McLaren challenge FIA decision to reinstate Pierre Gasly to third place after pit-lane speeding penalties overturned.
Football·144 days ago
Elliot Anderson: From 'Geordie Maradona' to England World Cup Star
Bristol Rovers president reflects on the meteoric rise of Elliot Anderson, now a key figure for England at the World Cup.
Other·144 days ago
FBI Thwarts Alleged Plot to Attack UFC Event at White House
The FBI disrupted a multi-state plot involving explosive drones and snipers targeting the White House UFC event, with five arrests made.
Football·144 days ago
Hearts, Hibs, Motherwell Learn Euro Draw Opponents
Three Scottish clubs discover their paths in Champions League and Conference League qualifying.