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Basketball

NCAA to expand basketball tournaments to 76 teams in upcoming season

The NCAA is finalising plans to expand both the men's and women's college basketball tournaments to 76 teams ahead of the upcoming season.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard applauding the fans on the pitch
Soccer

Martin Odegaard urges Arsenal to embrace pressure in historic double bid

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has challenged his teammates to embrace the pressure as they sit just seven games away from a potential Premier League and Champions League double.

Referee showing a red card to a football player on the pitch
Soccer

Fifa introduce red cards for players covering mouths at World Cup

Players competing at this summer's World Cup face being sent off if they cover their mouths during arguments under a new Fifa ruling.

Other

NCAA bans two former Fordham players over $15,000 point-shaving plot

The NCAA has permanently banned two former Fordham college basketball players after an investigation revealed they were targeted by a gambling ring posing as NIL agents.

Hockey

Edmonton Oilers assess Connor McDavid before elimination game against Ducks

Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid is a game-time decision for Tuesday's must-win Game 5 against the Anaheim Ducks due to an ankle injury.

Mason Greenwood looking frustrated on the pitch while playing for Marseille in a Ligue 1 match
Soccer

Marseille squad criticise Mason Greenwood over alleged poor attitude

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood is facing intense dressing room backlash over his perceived lack of effort and poor attitude. The controversy could eventually trigger a lucrative sell-on clause for former club Manchester United.

Basketball

Kevin Durant remains doubtful for Houston Rockets’ Game 5 against Lakers

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant remains a major doubt for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 37-year-old missed practice on Tuesday as his team fights to avoid playoff elimination.

Chelsea football club crest displayed on a flag outside Stamford Bridge stadium
Soccer

Chelsea target Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva in new manager search

Chelsea have commenced their search for a new manager, with Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva and Xabi Alonso forming part of an early shortlist.