The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup

Lionel Messi's career seemed complete after he led Argentina to victory at the 2022 World Cup, but the motivation to keep playing is still there for him and his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo as the duo prepare to make history at this year's tournament in North America.
16 May 2026

Aston Villa humble Liverpool to secure Champions League qualification

Aston Villa secured Champions League football with a 4-2 win over Liverpool on Friday that leaves the Reds still at risk of missing out on Europe's elite competition next season.
16 May 2026

Haiti set sights on knockout rounds after unveiling squad

Haiti coach Sebastien Migne said Friday his team are targeting a place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup as he named a 26-strong squad for the tournament.
16 May 2026

City chase double, Chelsea seek salvation in Wembley showdown

All eyes will be on the Wembley Stadium today as Manchester City take on Chelsea in the FA Cup final.
15 May 2026

Bayern veteran Neuer signs one-year contract extension

Bayern Munich veteran Manuel Neuer announced Friday that he has extended his contract at the German champions by one year until 2027.
15 May 2026

'Our toughest title’: captain Topu hails Kings’ triumph amid crisis

Having reclaimed the Bangladesh Premier League title with a match to spare, Topu Barman described Bashundhara Kings’ sixth league triumph as the toughest of his career.
15 May 2026

De Ligt to miss World Cup after back surgery

Matthijs de Ligt will miss the Netherlands' World Cup campaign after undergoing back surgery to address an injury that has kept him out since November.
15 May 2026

'Out of shape' Lukaku named in Belgium World Cup squad

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia named Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad on Friday despite saying Belgium's all-time record goalscorer was "out of shape".
15 May 2026

China state broadcaster secures rights to 2026, 2030 World Cups

China's state broadcaster has secured the rights to air the World Cup this year and in 2030, CCTV and FIFA said Friday, ending an agonising wait for fans in the football-mad country.
15 May 2026

Kings regain BFL title with win over Abahani

Bashundhara Kings regained the Bangladesh Football League title with a match to spare after beating rivals Abahani Limited 2-0 in the penultimate round at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Datta Stadium on Friday.
15 May 2026

Beckham becomes first British billionaire sportsman

Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham has become Britain's first billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.
15 May 2026

‘Sweet dilemma’ as BFF, ministry stall over coach call

BFF’s previous announcement was to reach an agreement with a new possible head coach and make the name of the coach public on.
15 May 2026

Benched Mbappe complains Arbeloa said he was 'fourth forward'

Fans were unhappy about Mbappe travelling to Sardinia on holiday while recovering from his injury.
15 May 2026

Injured Mitoma fails to make Japan's World Cup squad

Mitoma is one of Japan's best players and scored the winner in their 1-0 friendly victory over England at Wembley in March.
15 May 2026

The man who made the goalpost look smaller

That day, the sky over Liverpool was heavy with clouds. A gentle breeze blew through the July afternoon, and the crowd at Goodison Park was sparse -- just over thirty-eight thousand.
15 May 2026

At trial, doctor suggests Maradona's death was avoidable

Seven healthcare professionals are on trial in San Isidro for potential negligence in Maradona's death, and face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
15 May 2026

Spain PM 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row

The 18-year-old forward drew attention for brandishing a Palestinian flag during an open-top bus parade through Barcelona on Monday as the Catalan giants celebrated their second straight La Liga title.
15 May 2026

Coach quest stuck between ambition and budget

It has been learned that the board is primarily pursuing Christopher Patrick Coleman, who led Wales to the Euro Championship semifinals.
15 May 2026

BFL title race reaches boiling point in Cumilla

While Kings have dropped points in two of their seven second-leg matches amid off-field disruptions, Abahani have been flying high, recording seven consecutive wins.
15 May 2026

Australia's Kerr to depart Chelsea at end of season

Australia captain Sam Kerr, Chelsea's all-time leading scorer in English football's Women's Super League, will leave the club when her contract expires at the end of the season, it was announced Thursday.
15 May 2026