‘A brilliant reprieve, a unifying force’: America falls in love with World Cup

Packed stadiums, record TV viewers, and an outlet for joyous multiculturalism under attack by Trump – the tournament has taken the US by storm There were plenty of reasons to believe the US hosting the World Cup would be a disaster. In the year and a half leading up to the kick-off, Donald Trump had threatened to annex tournament co-host Canada, and to invade the other co-host, Mexico; he was at war with one of the tournament’s participants, Iran. Harsh travel restrictions were preventing fans from Senegal, Ivory Coast and Haiti from getting visas. Ticket prices were outrageous. Hotels weren’t

From Arsenal jeers to Swiss tears: Xhaka's redemption

Granit Xhaka has battled back from being booed by his own fans at Arsenal to being one of the most influential players for club and country as he looks to help Switzerland make history at the World Cup.

'It's ridiculous!' | Ryu holes out for eagle to co-lead Amundi Evian Championship

Haeran Ryu holes out for an eagle at the sixth hole to take a co-lead at the Amundi Evian Championship.

DOUBLE BLOW! | India get two early wickets on day two

India deliver a double blow to England, removing Maia Bouchier and Heather Knight early on day two of the Women's Test.

Tunnel vision: candid photos of World Cup 2026 stars

Footballers are known for their eclectic matchday rituals: Lionel Messi likes to drink maté with teammate Rodrigo De Paul at exactly 9.30am, while Harry Kane always dons the left side of his kit first. These candid photos show the 2026 World Cup’s elite players finalising their mental and physical preparations Continue reading...

Should Argentina take Messi off penalties?

Lionel Messi keeps rewriting World Cup history, but after his latest miss from the spot, should Argentina hand penalty duties to someone else?

Playing golf with Trump surreal - Kane

England captain Harry Kane says he once played golf with United States President Donald Trump, describing the experience as "surreal".

'What a shot!' | Yang holes out at Evian Championship

Amy Yang holes out on the seventh at the Amundi Evian Championship.

Devlin joins Rangers after Hearts exit

Rangers have completed the signing of Cammy Devlin after the midfielder departed Hearts.

Wales defender Lockyer signs for Melbourne Victory

Wales defender Tom Lockyer agrees a deal to join Australian A-League side Melbourne Victory.

England look to reel in India's first-innings score on day two at Lord's LIVE!

Man City sign teenager Monga from Leicester for £10m

Manchester City have completed the signing of Jeremy Monga from Leicester City.