- 3d ago
Harry Kane confirms 'surreal' golf round with Donald Trump ahead of World Cup quarter-final against Norway
England captain Harry Kane told reporters he accepted an invitation from US President Donald Trump to play golf in Palm Beach 18 months ago, calling the experience 'surreal.' The revelation came ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami on Saturday.
- Jul 4
Morocco ousts Canada 3-0 in World Cup last 16 as Davies absence looms large
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice and Soufiane Rahimi added a late third as Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in Houston, ending the co-hosts' groundbreaking World Cup run. Canada captain Alphonso Davies missed the match with hamstring discomfort.
- Jul 3
Cape Verde push Argentina to the brink before exiting World Cup in extra time
The tournament debutants held the reigning champions to a 3-2 thriller after extra time, having drawn with Spain and Uruguay in the group stage.
- Jul 3
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at Madison Square Garden in star-studded ceremony
The pop superstar and NFL tight end tied the knot on July 3, with Adam Sandler officiating and a 1,000-strong guest list that included Karlie Kloss and Patrick Mahomes.
- Jul 2
England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final as Bellingham-Tuchel tension and Spence redemption shape the narrative
England meet Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday for a place in the 2026 World Cup final, with Jude Bellingham's public disagreement with manager Thomas Tuchel and Djed Spence's resurgence as an impact substitute dominating the buildup.
- Jun 29
Sabalenka and Andreeva advance, Sinner survives five-set scare on Wimbledon's opening day
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva moved safely into the second round at Wimbledon on Monday, while defending men's champion Jannik Sinner fought back from two sets to one down in a 3h30 thriller.
- Jun 28
Robert Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire on two-year designated player contract after Barcelona exit
The 37-year-old Polish striker leaves Barcelona after four seasons and commits to the MLS club through 2028 as a designated player, earning around $20 million annually.
- Jun 23
Ghana hold England to goalless World Cup draw, both near last 16
Carlos Queiroz's Ghana held England to a 0-0 draw in Group L at Gillette Stadium, leaving both teams on four points and within touching distance of the World Cup round of 16.
- Jun 22
FIFA president's private jet could emit up to 500 tonnes of CO2 during 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has already attended 10 matches in seven days, using a Qatar Airways-provided private jet. Consultancy Greenly estimates the flights may generate 300 to 500 tonnes of CO₂ by the end of the tournament, matching the annual footprint of 35 to 55 French citizens.
- Jun 17
England open World Cup against Croatia as Tuchel urges calm and Kane chases an American dream
Thomas Tuchel says he will not overdo the motivation as England prepare to face Croatia in their Group L opener at the Dallas Stadium on Wednesday, with captain Harry Kane drawing on a personal connection to American sports culture.
- Jun 13
Italian TV confuses Bill Gates for the deceased Steve Jobs during World Cup broadcast, igniting viral mockery
An Italian public broadcaster's newscast committed a viral blunder by listing the late Steve Jobs among celebrities at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, confusing him with Bill Gates and prompting widespread ridicule online.
- Jun 13
Star-studded opener: USA rolls past Paraguay 4-1 as Tom Cruise, Katy Perry and David Beckham light up Los Angeles
A galaxy of celebrities including Tom Cruise, David Beckham and Katy Perry gathered at SoFi Stadium as the United States began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay.
- Jun 12
David Beckham gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star as World Cup kicks off in LA
David Beckham unveiled his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame just hours before the first 2026 World Cup match on US soil, with Tom Cruise and Victoria Beckham paying tribute.
