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World Cup pushes Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal to front of Ballon d’Or race
Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal have emerged as the leading candidates to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or following their contrasting World Cup campaigns.
Josh Kerr targets 1,500m world record following Diamond League mile triumph
Scottish athlete Josh Kerr is aiming to break Hicham El Guerrouj's 1,500m world record. The declaration comes just days after the 28-year-old shattered the mile benchmark at the London Diamond League.
Former England manager Kevin Keegan dies aged 75 after cancer battle
Former England forward and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75 following a battle with stage four cancer.
Belgium part ways with head coach Rudi Garcia following World Cup exit
Belgium have confirmed the departure of head coach Rudi Garcia after 18 months in charge, following their quarter-final exit at the 2026 World Cup.
Aleksander Ceferin boycotts 2026 World Cup final in protest against Fifa
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin stayed away from the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey to protest Fifa's tournament management. The boycott follows escalating disputes over political interference, rule changes, and unequal treatment of participants.
Italy hold talks with Pep Guardiola regarding national team head coach role
The Italian Football Federation has held talks with Pep Guardiola regarding their vacant head coach position. The ambitious approach follows Italy's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup under Gennaro Gattuso.
Chelsea agree British record £117m deal for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers
Chelsea are set to sign Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers for a British record £117m. Pundit Paul Merson has criticised the move, questioning how he will fit alongside Cole Palmer.
Spain overcome Argentina to win 2026 World Cup with Torres extra-time goal
Ferran Torres struck an extra-time winner as Spain defeated a physical Argentina side in New York to claim their second men's World Cup title.