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Stablecoin Issuers Build Payment Blockchains to Control Settlement
Stablecoin issuers and fintech firms are launching payment-focused blockchains to control settlement infrastructure. The move signals growing competition over stablecoin payment rails.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson withdraws from Brazil squad with injury
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been withdrawn from the Brazil squad due to an undisclosed injury, adding to Arne Slot's mounting fitness concerns.
Portugal omit injured Cristiano Ronaldo from pre-World Cup friendlies
Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of Portugal's squad for their upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Mexico and the United States due to a hamstring injury.
Tottenham suffer injury blow as Guglielmo Vicario requires hernia surgery
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is set to undergo hernia surgery, ruling him out of Italy's upcoming World Cup playoffs. The injury serves as a major blow to Spurs' Premier League survival hopes.
Manchester City face Erling Haaland dilemma ahead of Carabao Cup final
Pep Guardiola faces a major selection headache over out-of-form striker Erling Haaland. Manchester City play Arsenal in Sunday's Carabao Cup final at Wembley.
Tyson Fury demands Anthony Joshua fight after Arslanbek Makhmudov bout
Tyson Fury has called for a long-awaited bout against Anthony Joshua before he retires. The heavyweight champion wants the domestic clash to follow his upcoming fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Ireland’s McCloskey and Scotland’s Steyn nominated for Six Nations award
Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey and Scotland winger Kyle Steyn are among four nominees for the 2026 Six Nations Player of the Championship.
Fifa rejects Palestinian FA call to suspend Israel over West Bank teams
Fifa has rejected a formal request from the Palestinian Football Association to suspend Israel over teams based in West Bank settlements, though it issued a £142,000 fine for discrimination.