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The Erling Haaland transformation driving Norway’s historic World Cup campaign
Haaland is an exceptional goalscorer but his status as a disrupter can carry Norway through the tournament
What can USA gain from Turkey dead rubber? This Mauricio Pochettino speech tells us everything
The United States are guaranteed Group D winners while Turkey will definitely finish bottom – yet there is still plenty Pochettino can learn, not least about the fitness of key ma…
Neymar is back, and into the legend 👑
King is back.Tonight, one of the great moments of the 2026 World Cup took place.After three years away, Neymar made his return to the Brazil national team, coming on with twenty m…
Spurs linked to Warriors $60M champion who would form new Tim Duncan and David Robinson duo
This could put the Spurs over the top?
WORLD CUP OPEN THREAD | June 25, 2026
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fan…
Cubarsi talks Alvarez, Gordon, Messi, Araujo: ‘Would be a dream to face him in World Cup final’
Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi continues to establish himself as one of football’s brightest young leaders, and his latest interview with SPORT offered a glimpse into the mindset …
South Africa 1-0 South Korea: Bafana Bafana reach knockout round after shock win
South Africa sprung a surprise win against South Korea to reach the Round of 32, where they will face Canada in Los Angeles.Thapelo Maseko netted the only goal of the game, on the…
Marc Cucurella opens up on Real Madrid transfer: ‘There was no interest from Barcelona’
When the FIFA World Cup began, Real Madrid had no representative in the Spanish national team and a lot was said about the same. After all, it was the first time that even a singl…
Liverpool set for fresh frustration in Yan Diomande pursuit despite growing pressure from agents
According to reports from Germany, Liverpool are likely to face further frustration in their ongoing pursuit of Yan Diomande.The Reds have reportedly reached an ‘agreement’ on per…
Venezuela earthquakes rattle MLB stars on Giants, Braves, Dodgers, Brewers
The website Baseball Reference lists 86 active players who were born in Venezuela. The country that won the 2026 World Baseball Classic is famous for exporting its native sons to …
Pistons’ Jalen Duren gets free agency update from Lakers and Bulls
What's new on Duren?
Victor Bericoto hits walkoff home run, guns down runner at home in 2-1 Giants win
Rafael Devers and Victor Bericoto went deep in a stunning comeback win that hopefully hurt John Fisher’s feelings deeply
Weekly sports quiz: World Cup, Test cricket and Wimbledon
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
Well-Rounded Team Play leads to a 9-4 convincing win
TL;DR: Youth and veterans combined on both sides of the ball in a team win to secure a series split.
World Cup 2026: Who are the ITV and BBC commentators, pundits and presenters?
The star-studded line-ups aim to bring enthusiasm, insight and analysis across a packed summer of football
Spurs get Jaylen Brown trade update straight from Celtics’ Brad Stevens
Could the Spurs land Brown?
Nagelsmann confirms duo to start against Ecuador – Undav on the bench again
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann will keep changes to his starting lineup to a minimum for his side's final World Cup group-stage game against Ecuador.With Germany already cert…
Cubs to acquire pitcher David Peterson from Mets for prospect
The Chicago Cubs and New York Mets have made a trade. Here are the details.
Celtics ‘likeliest’ Jaylen Brown trade package revealed after NBA Draft, and Boston fans won’t be too happy with it
What can Boston get back for their star?
Buccaneers Coach Called Out by NFL Legend
James Harrison slams Todd Bowles for fostering a culture of laziness, arguing that Tampa Bay’s defensive collapse stems from a lack of accountability during team practices.
Quinones nets again as Mexico create FIFA World Cup history
Reigning Roshn Saudi League golden boot winner Julian Quinones got on the scoresheet again as Mexico etched their name in the record books at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Al Qadsia…
Buccaneers Coach Called Out by NFL Legend
James Harrison slams Todd Bowles for fostering a culture of laziness, arguing that Tampa Bay’s defensive collapse stems from a lack of accountability during team practices.
Marc Cucurella urges Chelsea mainstay to join him at Real Madrid: ‘Would be great’
Marc Cucurella has barely arrived at Real Madrid, but the Spanish international is already embracing the expectations that come with representing the European champions.Speaking t…
Serena Williams, Draper and Andreeva among 10 to watch at Wimbledon
Tennis will return to Wimbledon on Monday and even though Carlos Alcaraz is absent, there is no shortage of star quality in SW19. Here, the Press Association takes a look at 10 pl…
Atletico Madrid’s Alex Baena reacts to Julian Alvarez’s statement amid Barcelona links: ‘I would chain him down’
Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez continues to dominate the summer transfer window, and the Argentine striker’s latest comments about wanting a new challenge have now prompted…
Scotland's papers: 'Squeaky bumbum time' after World Cup defeat to Brazil
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.
Richard Hughes now ready to take shock Darwin Nunez call
Darwin Nunez is in the midst of a career crisis - with Liverpool one of the teams linked with a rescue mission. The outgoing Premier League champions sold Nunez to Al-Hilal last s…
Fabien Barthez: Former Man United keeper in line for shock new France role
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Fabien Barthez could be in line for a shock return to the French national team set-up.United careerBarthez joined Manchester United from AS Mon…