The official 2026 World Cup match ball, named Trionda, has been unveiled. Featuring a design honoring the three host nations, the ball includes a 500 Hz sensor chip for VAR support and a rechargeable battery lasting six hours of play.
Bulgaria fields 17 elite mountain runners for the 2026 European Championships in Slovenia. The squad spans juniors to trail elites, targeting podium finishes in Ljubljana-Kamnik this June.
Viliana Kostadinova and Kristian Manolov secured bronze for Bulgaria in mixed pairs at the Sport Acrobatics World Cup in Burgas, earning praise for their stability amidst fierce international competition.
Olympiacos targets Mario Hezonja to build a EuroLeague dynasty, but Real Madrid's buyout clause looms large. Can the Piraeus club outbid Dubai and secure the Croatian star for coach Georgios Bartzokas?
Croatian star goalkeeper Ivan Marcelić signs with Serbian champions Radnički Kragujevac. The world champion joins a stacked squad featuring Olympic gold medalists, aiming for European glory in the upcoming water polo season.
FIFA faces investigations from New York and New Jersey attorneys general over alleged artificial ticket price inflation and fan deception ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Critics call the sales process a confusing labyrinth with impossible prices.
Arsenal's Premier League title celebrations in north London drew massive crowds but saw 75 fans rescued from heights and 16 arrests. Police managed disorder, fires, and a stabbing as the club celebrated its first league win since 2004.
Uncapped stars Tete Yengi and Cristian Volpato make Australia's World Cup squad, while veteran Martin Boyle misses out. The Socceroos prepare for Turkey with a mix of fresh talent and experienced campaigners.
IFAB confirms historic rule changes for the 2026 World Cup, including red cards for covering mouths, expanded VAR powers for second yellows, and a crackdown on tactical timeouts to combat discrimination and time-wasting.
Premier League scouts arrived to watch an FCSB star but left at halftime, reportedly unimpressed by his performance. The early exit signals a major setback for the player's potential move to England, leaving fans and the club disappointed.
Fenerbahçe consider selling Nelson Semedo for €5-6 million due to poor form. Aaron Wan-Bissaka emerges as the Premier League replacement target amid West Ham's relegation chaos.
Real Madrid's Arda Güler claimed UEFA's inaugural Champions League Revelation of the Season award for his breakout campaign. Meanwhile, PSG's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was named Player of the Season after leading his club to a second consecutive European title with impressive stats.
Frederik Rupert became the first European under 8 minutes in the 3000m steeplechase at Rabat Diamond League, finishing second with a new European record of 7:57.80.
Fenerbahçe presidential candidates Aziz Yıldırım and Hakan Safi claim they have reached an agreement with Serhou Guirassy. The transfer depends on Borussia Dortmund's final decision and a fee of at least 35 million euros.
Olympiacos awaits Unai Lopez's final decision as the midfielder weighs a return to Athletic Bilbao against a new challenge in Piraeus. Manager Medilbar has made his pitch, but the clock is ticking for a verdict.
Napoli assistant Cristian Stellini fired back at Kevin De Bruyne's criticism of Antonio Conte, praising Luka Modric as the true standard of professionalism and leadership in modern football.
Barcelona coach Chus Mateu Pasqual unleashed fury after a 102:77 loss to Valencia. He called it their worst Endesa League game, admitting the team looked foolish and collapsed under pressure before the playoffs.
Heavy rains severed the bridge and triggered rockfalls at Turkey’s Cekerek River canyon, forcing authorities to ban entry. The scenic trail, completed last year, remains closed for safety.
Turkey faces North Macedonia in a vital 2026 World Cup warm-up match. Montella's side aims for a dominant win as betting odds heavily favor the hosts in this high-stakes friendly encounter.
Elina Svitolina defeated Belinda Bencic in three sets on Philippe-Chatrier to reach the Roland Garros quarterfinals. She will face fellow Ukrainian Marta Kostiuk next, guaranteeing a Ukrainian presence in the semifinals of the 2026 French Open.
