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Bukayo Saka scores hat-trick as England beats France 6-4 for World Cup b…

Bukayo Saka scores hat-trick as England beats France 6-4 for World Cup b…

England secured a historic 6-4 victory over France in a high-scoring third-place playoff, featuring a hat-trick from Bukayo Saka and a new World Cup scoring record for Kylian Mbappé.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Storms expected to clear wildfire smoke before World Cup final

Storms expected to clear wildfire smoke before World Cup final

Approaching storms are set to clear the dense Canadian wildfire smoke blanketing MetLife Stadium just in time for the World Cup final. Health concerns remain for players and fans despite the forecasted shift in air quality.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Kylian Mbappé breaks Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record

Kylian Mbappé breaks Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record

French forward Kylian Mbappé made history by scoring twice against England to claim the title of the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer. His new record of 22 career goals elevates him past Lionel Messi in the tournament standings.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 02:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Josh Kerr breaks 27-year-old men's mile world record in London

Josh Kerr breaks 27-year-old men's mile world record in London

Josh Kerr has made athletics history, eclipsing Hicham El Guerrouj's 1999 world record with a dominant performance at the London Diamond League.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 01:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Chelsea agree to record £117m transfer deal for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers

Chelsea agree to record £117m transfer deal for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers

Chelsea have secured a British record £117m transfer for Morgan Rogers, beating Arsenal to the Aston Villa midfielder's signature. The 23-year-old has agreed to a long-term deal at Stamford Bridge under manager Xabi Alonso.

Sports ·19 Jul 2026, 00:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Kimi Antonelli beats Max Verstappen to secure Belgian Grand Prix pole

Kimi Antonelli beats Max Verstappen to secure Belgian Grand Prix pole

Kimi Antonelli claimed his sixth pole position of the season in a dramatic qualifying session at Spa-Francorchamps, setting the stage for a tense battle with Red Bull's Max Verstappen.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 19:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Formula 1 moves to Apple TV for 2026 Belgian Grand Prix broadcast coverage

Formula 1 moves to Apple TV for 2026 Belgian Grand Prix broadcast coverage

Formula 1 has moved its exclusive U.S. broadcast rights for the 2026 season to Apple TV, starting with live coverage of the Belgian Grand Prix. The shift marks a major change in digital strategy for the sport, moving away from traditional cable partnerships.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 18:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
F1 Belgian GP: Kimi Antonelli fastest as Lewis Hamilton crashes at sessi…

F1 Belgian GP: Kimi Antonelli fastest as Lewis Hamilton crashes at sessi…

Kimi Antonelli dominated the final practice session at Spa, while Lewis Hamilton faces a race against time to repair his Ferrari after a late crash.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 17:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Ryan Fox charges into contention during third round of The Open

Ryan Fox charges into contention during third round of The Open

Ryan Fox produced a stellar third-round performance at Royal Birkdale to close the gap on overnight leader Lucas Herbert at The Open Championship. With momentum building, the New Zealander is now positioned as a primary threat for the Claret Jug heading into Sunday.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 16:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Bryson DeChambeau confirms he will play in The Open despite penalty dispute

Bryson DeChambeau confirms he will play in The Open despite penalty dispute

Bryson DeChambeau has confirmed his participation in The Open's third round following a heated dispute over a two-stroke penalty for rule violations.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 11:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
France and England prepare for unwanted World Cup third-place playoff

France and England prepare for unwanted World Cup third-place playoff

France and England play in a third-place playoff that follows their semifinal losses. The match marks the final game for Didier Deschamps as France's head coach.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 09:30 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Lionel Messi discusses viral 2007 baby photo ahead of World Cup final

Lionel Messi discusses viral 2007 baby photo ahead of World Cup final

A 2007 charity photoshoot featuring a young Lionel Messi and infant Lamine Yamal has resurfaced, highlighting the unlikely connection between these two World Cup finalists.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 08:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Thomas Tuchel defends England tactics and substitutions after semi-final...

Thomas Tuchel defends England tactics and substitutions after semi-final...

England manager Thomas Tuchel stands by his tactical choices and late substitutions following the team's dramatic 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 07:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Bryson DeChambeau faces potential Open withdrawal after two-stroke penalty

Bryson DeChambeau faces potential Open withdrawal after two-stroke penalty

Bryson DeChambeau's status for the third round of The Open is uncertain following a two-stroke penalty for improving the area of his intended backswing. The golfer has yet to confirm his participation after expressing frustration with the R&A's ruling.

Sports ·18 Jul 2026, 00:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
World Cup final expected to proceed despite regional air quality concerns

World Cup final expected to proceed despite regional air quality concerns

FIFA officials have confirmed the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain will continue in New Jersey, dismissing health concerns linked to Canadian wildfire plumes.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 23:32 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Sir Garfield Sobers, legendary West Indies cricket all-rounder, dies at 89

Sir Garfield Sobers, legendary West Indies cricket all-rounder, dies at 89

Sir Garfield Sobers, the iconic West Indies all-rounder revered as one of the greatest cricketers in history, has passed away at the age of 89.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 22:34 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Trump to attend World Cup final and participate in trophy presentation

Trump to attend World Cup final and participate in trophy presentation

The White House has confirmed that President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey to participate in the trophy presentation ceremony alongside FIFA leadership.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 20:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 4 min read
Adam Silver says Caitlin Clark has unfairly become a 'political football

Adam Silver says Caitlin Clark has unfairly become a 'political football

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has condemned the treatment of Caitlin Clark, arguing that the WNBA star is being unfairly caught in the middle of toxic social debates. Silver emphasized that the focus should remain on basketball as the league addresses ongoing concerns regarding player safety.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 15:31 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
FIFA generates record revenue while fans face high costs in 2026 World Cup

FIFA generates record revenue while fans face high costs in 2026 World Cup

While FIFA reports unprecedented financial gains driven by new commercial models, fans and host cities face rising costs and questionable long-term benefits.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 13:33 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read
Rohan Dennis pleads guilty to driving while banned in breach of bond

Rohan Dennis pleads guilty to driving while banned in breach of bond

Former Australian Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis faces potential imprisonment after pleading guilty to driving while disqualified in Adelaide. The breach of his court-imposed bond follows his 2025 sentencing regarding the death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins.

Sports ·17 Jul 2026, 10:34 ·Tomás Ferreira 3 min read