Sports DR Congo vs Chile friendly postponed over Ebola fears as Spanish city refuses match permit The friendly match between DR Congo and Chile in La Línea has been postponed after local authorities requested stronger health guarantees amid the Ebola outbreak. The decision disrupts DR Congo’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup, while football officials continue searching for an alternative solution Jun 3, 2026 at 10:57 PM · Sports desk
Sports World Cup 2026 and the teenagers who could become the next global football stars at the finals The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico brings an expanded format, 48 national teams and a major stage for young football talent. Gilberto Mora, Endrick, Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsí, Ibrahim Mbaye, Yan Diomande and Kendry Páez enter the tournament as teenagers who could define the finals Jun 3, 2026 at 10:45 PM · Sports desk
Sports Katie Taylor Nears Croke Park Farewell in Historic WBC Title Fight Against Flora Pili at Dublin Stadium Katie Taylor could end her legendary career on 5 September 2026 at Dublin’s Croke Park, in the stadium’s first major boxing spectacle since Muhammad Ali fought there in 1972. Promoter Eddie Hearn sees the venue as central to her farewell, while Flora Pili is linked with a possible WBC super-lightweight title fight Jun 3, 2026 at 10:30 PM · Sports desk
Sports Opta supercomputer ranks Spain ahead of France and England in the race for the 2026 World Cup England remain among the leading contenders for the 2026 World Cup, but Opta’s supercomputer gives Spain and France stronger title chances. Thomas Tuchel’s team, led by Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, are rated at around 11 percent, with the expanded tournament format adding another obstacle to their pursuit of a first world crown since 1966 Jun 3, 2026 at 10:18 PM · Sports desk
Sports Pierre Sage close to Lens exit as Crystal Palace seek Oliver Glasner successor Pierre Sage could leave Lens after a historic season in which he led the club to second place in Ligue 1, Champions League qualification and a Coupe de France trophy. Crystal Palace are searching for Oliver Glasner’s successor, while any deal may depend on the compensation Lens demand for a coach under contract until 2028 Jun 3, 2026 at 9:43 PM · Sports desk
Sports Lamine Yamal Set For World Cup As Spain Wait On Young Barcelona Star’s Recovery Lamine Yamal remains in Spain’s plans for the 2026 World Cup after a hamstring injury. Luis de la Fuente will not use him against Iraq, but the Spain coach expects the young Barcelona forward could be ready for the opening match against Cape Verde in Atlanta Jun 3, 2026 at 8:26 PM · Sports desk
Sports Nico Paz knee injury worries Argentina before World Cup 2026, with Buendía waiting for Scaloni’s decision Argentina enter the final stage of preparation for the 2026 World Cup with concern over Nico Paz. The young Como midfielder is still dealing with a knee problem suffered against Verona, and the coaching staff are monitoring him day by day. If he is not ready, Emiliano Buendía is mentioned as a possible replacement Jun 3, 2026 at 8:12 PM · Sports desk
Sports Tuchel explains why Cole Palmer missed England’s 2026 World Cup squad amid a fierce attacking battle Thomas Tuchel left Cole Palmer out of England’s 2026 World Cup squad and pointed to his Chelsea form, injury setbacks and fierce competition from Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze and Morgan Rogers. Palmer’s goal in the Euro 2024 final remains a major England moment, but it was not enough to secure a place Jun 3, 2026 at 8:08 PM · Sports desk
Sports Babić’s remarks after Goat League attack, Martinjak’s apology and legal fallout in Tomislav Mrkonjić case The Goat League final incident, in which Marko Martinjak seriously injured Tomislav Mrkonjić with a headbutt, moved far beyond the futsal court. After a police complaint, investigative detention and a public apology, Babić’s defence of the fighter sparked further debate over fair play, responsibility and violence in sport Jun 3, 2026 at 7:56 PM · Sports desk
Sports Real Madrid plans Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos return in Florentino Pérez sporting project Florentino Pérez wants Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos closer to Real Madrid again, this time in new off-field roles. The legendary midfielders could support the club’s sporting project, help assess transfers and identify player profiles that fit Real Madrid’s football philosophy Jun 3, 2026 at 7:51 PM · Sports desk
Sports UEFA to change playoff rule: higher-ranked national teams set for home final in qualifiers UEFA is preparing a rule change for playoff finals in major tournament qualifiers. Instead of a draw, the decisive match would be hosted by the higher-ranked national team, a move that could reshape the route to the European Championship and the World Cup Jun 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM · Sports desk
Sports Vaso Bakočević in the ring at Balkan Boxing 8 in Belgrade, Ložionica as stage for regional boxing event Vaso Bakočević is announced for a June 19 appearance at Belgrade’s Ložionica during Balkan Boxing 8. The widely known regional MMA fighter is moving back into professional boxing as organizers present the event as another step in strengthening Balkan boxing, with several regional fighters and a production-focused industrial venue Jun 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM · Sports desk