Sports UEFA Europa League 2026/27 draw: first qualifying round ties, match dates and route to the second round UEFA has drawn six ties for the 2026/27 Europa League first qualifying round, with matches set for 9 and 16 July. Dynamo Kyiv, Qarabağ, Hajduk Split, CSKA Sofia, Sheriff Tiraspol and Vojvodina headline the route to the second round, while defeated teams continue in Conference League qualifying. The draw also shapes the July schedule Jun 17, 2026 at 1:56 PM · Sports desk
Sports Champions League 2026/27 second qualifying round draw, Dinamo paired with Thun UEFA has drawn the second qualifying round of the 2026/27 Champions League in Nyon. The champions path features 12 ties, while the league path has two matchups, with games scheduled for 21 and 22 July and the return legs on 28 and 29 July. GNK Dinamo will face Thun, with the routes also set for Crvena zvezda, Slovan, Celje and other clubs Jun 17, 2026 at 1:39 PM · Sports desk
Sports Dinamo’s nearly complete squad for the new season and Kovačević’s search for three Champions League signings Dinamo opened preseason preparations at Maksimir with a squad that is nearly complete and a clear transfer plan. Mario Kovačević confirmed the arrivals of Mislav Oršić and Stjepan Radeljić, is waiting for Scott McKenna to return from international duty and wants three more reinforcements before European qualifiers Jun 17, 2026 at 1:09 PM · Sports desk
Sports Wout Van Aert to miss Tour De France after elbow injury and wound infection before Barcelona start Wout Van Aert will miss the 2026 Tour De France after Team Visma | Lease a Bike confirmed that his elbow injury was complicated by a wound infection. The Belgian withdrew from Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and returned to Belgium for medical checks, leaving the team without a key rider for sprints, time trials and leader support in Barcelona Jun 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM · Sports desk
Sports Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid as José Mourinho’s major signing after Manchester City exit Bernardo Silva continues his career at Real Madrid after leaving Manchester City as a free agent. The Portuguese midfielder has signed a two-year deal and brings experience, creativity and a trophy-winning profile to the squad again led by José Mourinho Jun 17, 2026 at 11:35 AM · Sports desk
Sports Messi Hat-Trick Makes History As Argentina Beat Algeria And Captain Matches Klose World Cup Record Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 at the 2026 World Cup. In his 200th appearance for the national team, the captain drew level with Miroslav Klose at the top of the all-time World Cup scoring list and said Rafael Nadal’s story had inspired him Jun 17, 2026 at 10:15 AM · Sports desk
Sports Tottenham pursuit of Sandro Tonali amid Newcastle’s huge demand for Roberto De Zerbi’s key midfield target Tottenham are seriously exploring a move for Sandro Tonali, Newcastle United’s influential midfielder and a priority target for Roberto De Zerbi. Spurs must decide whether they can fund a deal that could rank among the biggest in club history, while Newcastle remain in a strong negotiating position Jun 17, 2026 at 10:04 AM · Sports desk
Sports Manchester United target West Ham duo Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville in summer transfer plan Manchester United are weighing up a double move for West Ham players Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville as part of their summer transfer strategy. After West Ham’s relegation from the Premier League, both players remain highly valued, with United seeking midfield quality and fresh attacking options Jun 17, 2026 at 10:03 AM · Sports desk
Sports Austria Win At World Cup After 36 Years As Jordan Score Historic Goal On Tournament Debut In Santa Clara Austria opened their World Cup campaign in Santa Clara with a 3-1 win over Jordan. Romano Schmid scored first, Ali Olwan replied with Jordan’s historic debut goal, before Yazan Al-Arab’s own goal and Marko Arnautovic’s penalty ended Austria’s 36-year wait for a World Cup victory in Group J and strengthened their knockout hopes Jun 17, 2026 at 9:25 AM · Sports desk
Sports Kontiolahti and Östersund battle to host the 2031 Biathlon World Championships, decision in September Kontiolahti and Östersund have officially entered the race to host the 2031 Biathlon World Championships. The IBU will decide at its Congress in Berchtesgaden after assessing two Nordic venues with deep World Cup experience, proven championship history, modern arenas and strong regional backing Jun 17, 2026 at 8:25 AM · Sports desk
Sports VAR controversy in France vs Senegal after Kylian Mbappé and Sadio Mané penalty-box duel France opened World Cup Group I with a win over Senegal, but the match was dominated by a major VAR controversy. Kylian Mbappé went down after a challenge from Sadio Mané, yet referee Alireza Faghani did not award a penalty even after reviewing the footage Jun 17, 2026 at 8:12 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ten Bob Tony stuns Royal Ascot with shock Queen Anne Stakes victory ahead of More Thunder Ten Bob Tony delivered a major upset at Royal Ascot 2026 by winning the Queen Anne Stakes. The 50/1 outsider finished strongly over the Ascot mile to beat More Thunder and Opera Ballo in a dramatic Group 1 opener Jun 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM · Sports desk