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76ers Promote Jameer Nelson to Exec VP as Gansey Hired

The Philadelphia 76ers have reshuffled their front office, promoting assistant GM Jameer Nelson to executive vice president of basketball operations under new president Mike Gansey. Former GM Elton Br

At least 5 hurt as storm hits WVU baseball game

A thunderstorm caused a tent to collapse at West Virginia’s super regional baseball game, injuring at least five spectators. After a 90‑minute delay, the Mountaineers beat Cal Poly 17‑1, securing thei

2026 World Cup kicks off across four time zones

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opens Thursday with Mexico hosting South Africa at Estadio Azteca, and because the tournament is spread across the United States, Mexico and Canada, matches will be played in f

CBS Sports · 24d ago

World Cup's missing stars, from Cole Palmer to Tre...

Several high‑profile players have been left out of their national squads for the 2026 men’s World Cup. England’s roster omits Trent Alexander‑Arnold, Harry Maguire and Cole Palmer; Brazil excluded Joã

Ferrari's Vasseur Returns to Monaco After

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur, 58, was hospitalised on Saturday during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend. He was under observation near Monaco on Saturday after attending Friday's session, and r

Sky Sports · 24d ago

Messi Rested, Leao Sent Off as Warm‑Ups Conclude

Argentina rested Lionel Messi and secured a 2‑0 win over Honduras, while Portugal’s Rafael Leao was sent off in a 2‑1 victory against Chile. Germany edged the United States 2‑1 and Brazil beat Egypt 2

BBC Sport · 24d ago

Golden Knights win OT, beat Hurricanes 5‑4, lead 2‑1

The Vegas Golden Knights survived a four‑goal deficit to win Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final in double overtime, edging the Carolina Hurricanes 5‑4 and taking a 2‑1 series lead.

Bonfim Shuts Out Muhammad, Enters Welterweight Top Five

Gabriel Bonfim (20‑1) dominated former champion Belal Muhammad at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, winning a unanimous five‑round shutout with a 120‑91 strike advantage. After the fight he praised Muhamm

Poch finally feels WC 'excitement' building in U.S...

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino said he finally felt the excitement he expected from American fans after the 2‑1 loss to Germany at Soldier Field, which drew a sell‑out crowd of 63,636. The match featu

Born in Leeds, crafted in Norway: How Haaland became nation's superstar

Erling Haaland, born in Leeds but raised in Norway, has become the catalyst for his nation’s return to the World Cup, netting 16 goals in eight qualifiers. After progressing through Bryne, Molde, Salz

BBC Sport · 24d ago

Childress Addresses Busch Death At Michigan Press Conference

Richard Childress publicly addressed Kyle Busch's death for the first time Saturday at Michigan International Speedway, where he had hoped to announce a contract extension for the two-time Cup Series

U.S. loses 2-1 to Germany in pre‑World Cup friendly

The United States men’s national team fell 2‑1 to Germany in a pre‑World Cup friendly in Chicago, despite controlling much of the game and equalising through Antonee Robinson. Defensive lapses allowed

ESPN · 25d ago

Clarke hails 'fantastic problems' with starting choices

Scotland defeated Bolivia 4‑0 in a warm‑up friendly in Harrison, New Jersey, with goals from Lawrence Shankland, Che Adams and Scott McTominay. Manager Steve Clarke said the win gave him “fantastic pr

Sky Sports · 25d ago

This was a training game - England & Tuchel now need to get serious

England beat New Zealand 1‑0 in Tampa, with Harry Kane scoring just before half‑time while coach Thomas Tuchel rotated a 22‑player squad. Key starters such as Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka were rested,

Arsenal shortlist Morgan Gibbs-White, PSG interested

Arsenal have added Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White to their transfer shortlist as a potential replacement for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers. The club will face competition from Par

Sky Sports · 25d ago

Scotland scores four in first half to beat Bolivia

Scotland scored four goals in the first half to defeat Bolivia in a World Cup warm‑up match at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey, as reported by the BBC.

Billam‑Smith TKO's Rozicki in Zuffa UK Debut

Chris Billam‑Smith stopped Ryan Rozicki by technical knockout in the seventh round of Zuffa Boxing’s UK debut in Bournemouth, earning his 22nd win in 24 fights. The bout saw Billam‑Smith leading on al

BBC, ITV Secure UK Rights for 2026 World Cup

BBC and ITV will each broadcast matches of the record‑size 48‑team 2026 World Cup in the UK, with all games also available on BBC Radio 5 Live, ensuring free‑to‑air coverage for fans across the countr