Sports World Cup 2026 under pressure from betting, micro-bets and growing match-fixing risks The 2026 World Cup will feature a record 48 teams and 104 matches, but the expanded format also brings stronger integrity scrutiny as sports betting, micro-bets, prediction markets and offshore operators create new challenges for football authorities Jun 2, 2026 at 7:38 PM · Sports desk
Sports Arsenal target Julián Álvarez, Barcelona hold transfer key, while Harry Kane remains major alternative Arsenal are increasing their interest in Julián Álvarez and want talks with Atlético Madrid, but Barcelona remain the Argentine striker’s preferred option. A huge fee and his contract until 2030 complicate the deal, while Harry Kane is mentioned as a major alternative for the Catalan club Jun 2, 2026 at 7:33 PM · Sports desk
Sports Breel Embolo delayed by ESTA review, Switzerland without Rennes striker in United States World Cup preparations Switzerland travelled to the United States on 2 June 2026 for their final World Cup preparations without Breel Embolo after his ESTA authorization was placed under additional review. The federation expects a quick solution, while reports link the case to an earlier Basel court matter, leaving Murat Yakin waiting for the experienced Rennes striker Jun 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM · Sports desk
Sports Domenico Tedesco takes over Bologna after Vincenzo Italiano exit and Coppa Italia success in Serie A Domenico Tedesco arrives on the Bologna bench after Vincenzo Italiano's departure, following a cycle that brought the club the Coppa Italia. His contract until 2028 opens a key stage for the Renato Dall'Ara side, which wants to protect its stability, ambition and place in the upper part of Serie A Jun 2, 2026 at 7:19 PM · Sports desk
Sports Southampton Spygate and Eckert apology: Šolak keeps coach after Championship playoff expulsion scandal Tonda Eckert has accepted responsibility for Southampton’s Spygate, an unauthorized rival training surveillance scandal that cost the club the Championship playoff final and a four-point deduction for the new season. Owner Dragan Šolak is not dismissing him for now, leaving the coach to rebuild trust with fans and the squad Jun 2, 2026 at 1:23 PM · Sports desk
Sports Liverpool talks with Andoni Iraola after Arne Slot exit and Anfield search for a new head coach before World Cup Liverpool has opened talks with Andoni Iraola after Arne Slot’s departure, with the former Bournemouth manager emerging as the leading candidate for Anfield. The Spaniard is valued for his aggressive pressing style, Premier League experience and links with sporting director Richard Hughes, while the club wants a decision before the World Cup Jun 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM · Sports desk
Sports Rodri calm over Manchester City future as Real Madrid waits for decision after World Cup Rodri says he is fully focused on Spain and the World Cup while speculation grows over his Manchester City future and possible Real Madrid interest. His contract runs until 2027, but the midfielder plans to leave any serious club talks until after the tournament Jun 2, 2026 at 11:58 AM · Sports desk
Sports Arsenal and Manchester United battle for Mateus Fernandes as West Ham demand £80 million Mateus Fernandes has become one of the most wanted names before the summer transfer window. Arsenal and Manchester United are tracking the young West Ham midfielder, while the relegated club weighs sales after dropping to the Championship and values him at about £80 million Jun 2, 2026 at 11:55 AM · Sports desk
Sports Rúben Neves leads Portugal to the 2026 World Cup with a Diogo Jota tribute and historic first title dream Rúben Neves says Portugal will play the 2026 World Cup also for Diogo Jota, the late Liverpool forward and close friend from the dressing room. Coach Roberto Martínez frames the squad as 27 players plus one, while Portugal enters the tournament chasing its first world title after Nations League success Jun 2, 2026 at 11:45 AM · Sports desk
Sports Marko Martinjak Arrested After GOAT League Incident And Serious Injuries To Tomislav Mrkonjić The Zagreb GOAT League final was interrupted after an incident in which Marko Martinjak, known from bare-knuckle boxing, headbutted Tomislav Mrkonjić. The injured player received treatment at KBC Zagreb, while police confirmed the arrest and an ongoing criminal investigation Jun 2, 2026 at 10:14 AM · Sports desk
Sports Brendan Sorsby gambling case: NCAA, Texas Tech and the quarterback’s fight for the 2026 season Brendan Sorsby’s case raises a major integrity issue in college football after the NCAA claimed the Texas Tech quarterback placed about 90,000 dollars in bets during his career. The dispute involves Indiana games, betting rules and a court fight over his eligibility for the 2026 season Jun 2, 2026 at 9:56 AM · Sports desk
Sports EA Sports FC 26 Adds a Major National Team Tournament Without FIFA Licence Ahead of World Cup 2026 in New Mode The free The World’s Game update for EA Sports FC 26 introduces an international tournament with 48 teams, 53 licensed national sides and the atmosphere of World Cup 2026 without the official FIFA name. The mode combines authentic squads, stadium presentation, Career Mode, Ultimate Team and seasonal rewards Jun 2, 2026 at 9:51 AM · Sports desk