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FIFA responds to Ståle Solbakken

Norway’s head coach, Ståle Solbakken, complained that England had benefited from the ball hitting an overhead cable before Jude Bellingham equalised in the World Cup quarter-final. Replays appeared to show a Norway goal-kick hitting a cable in the buildu

Ståle Solbakken disputes England goal by arguing camera wire changed direction of the ball

Norway boss Ståle Solbakken agreed with the notion that the overhead wires deserve an assist for England's equaliser as the ball dropped down straight from heaven despite FIFA's ball sensor showing no contact. Jude Bellingham's brace secured a 2-1 quarter

Giants DL Sam Roberts recovering from offseason surgery

As the Giants sort out their DL depth chart this summer, Leki Fotu will aim to earn a backup role.

MLB Preview - Arizona Diamondbacks vs Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers (61-35) will host the Arizona Diamondbacks (48-47), Sunday at 4:10 p.m. ET, with the Diamondbacks on a three-game winning run.

Hornets Executive Peterson explains LaMelo Ball trade

Why would Hornets general manager and executive vice president basketball operations Jeff Peterson break up a team that seemed on the rise by trading its most dynamic offensive player in LaMelo Ball?

Ryan Helsley expected to avoid elbow surgery

Baltimore closer Ryan Helsley is dealing with UCL inflammation, but no tear. Keegan Akin is heading for a second opinion.

MLB Preview - Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers

The Houston Astros (46-50), led by Yordan Alvarez, visit Josh Jung and the Texas Rangers (48-46) at 7:05 p.m. ET on Saturday.

Timberwolves sign Isaiah Evans to four-year contract

The contract includes three fully guaranteed seasons and a team option for the fourth year. Evans was selected with the No. 33 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Zac Gallen dealing with elbow inflammation, won’t start Sunday

Diamondbacks righty Zac Gallen is sidelined with elbow inflammation. Mitch Bratt is coming back up.

MLB Preview - Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals

On Sunday, the Atlanta Braves (54-40) are visiting the St. Louis Cardinals (50-44), at 2:15 p.m. ET, in the final game of a three-game set.

Jets’ Viggo Bjorck to play in North America this season

When the Jets selected Swedish center Viggo Björck with the eighth overall pick last month, they weren’t expecting to see him in Winnipeg until spring 2027 at the earliest. He was entering the final season of his contract with Djurgårdens IF of the Swedi

Orioles activate Yaramil Hiraldo from 60-day IL

Hiraldo has been on the shelf since early April due to right shoulder inflammation. He began a rehab assignment in the minors June 30 and has since given up two earned runs on three hits and four walks while striking out four batters in 4.2 innings. Now f

MLB Preview - Los Angeles Angels vs Minnesota Twins

At Target Field on Sunday, the Los Angeles Angels (38-58) meet the Minnesota Twins (47-49), with first pitch at 2:10 p.m. ET.

Latest on Alexis Lafreniere

Alexis Lafreniere projects to open 2026-27 on the Rangers top line with Mika Zibanejad and Pavel Dorofeyev.

Mets release Jared Oliva

Oliva was claimed off waivers from the Giants last month and appeared in four games at Triple-A for the Mets.

MLB Preview - Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds

At Great American Ball Park on Sunday, the Chicago Cubs (53-42) take on the Cincinnati Reds (43-51), with first pitch at 1:40 p.m. ET.

Erling Haaland neutralized by England and subbed off late as Norway’s World Cup run ends

FIFA stated there is "no evidence" the ball struck an overhead wire before England's equalizing goal against Norway in the Three Lions' 2-1 World Cup quarterfinals victory.

Brewers acquire Braden Shewmake

After Houston designated Shewmake for assignment Friday, the Brewers acted quickly to execute a trade for the utility infielder rather than allowing him to reach waivers first. Milwaukee designated Greg Jones for assignment to clear room on the 40-man ros

MLB Preview - Seattle Mariners vs Tampa Bay Rays

Ian Seymour will take the ball for the Tampa Bay Rays (56-37) when they host starting pitcher Emerson Hancock and the Seattle Mariners (47-49) on Sunday, with first pitch at 1:40 p.m. ET and the Rays going for a series sweep.

Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland

Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Nationals recall Abimelec Ortiz for MLB debut

The Nationals announced that they have recalled first baseman Abimelec Ortiz from Triple-A Rochester. Ortiz will be making his major league debut when he gets into a game. Left-hander Matt Krook was designated for assignment to make space on the active ro

MLB Preview - Philadelphia Phillies vs Detroit Tigers

At Comerica Park on Sunday, the Detroit Tigers (44-51) take on the Philadelphia Phillies (53-43), with first pitch at 1:40 p.m. ET.

Senegal fires men’s football coach Pape Thiaw after World Cup exit

Senegal has fired its men’s football head coach Pape Thiaw, according to a statement issued by the national federation.

Reds place Nick Lodolo on IL with blister

The Reds announced this morning that left-hander Nick Lodolo is going on the 15-day injured list with a blister on his left index finger. Right-hander Chase Petty was recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move.

MLB Preview - Milwaukee Brewers vs Pittsburgh Pirates

Bryan Reynolds and the Pittsburgh Pirates (49-47) host the Milwaukee Brewers (59-36) on Sunday, with first pitch at 12:15 p.m. ET, and the Pirates looking for a series sweep.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson unlikely to sign extension before 2027

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson may have failed to get a five-year deal with every dollar fully guaranteed, but he still found a way to secure a win to some degree. Now, he may be set to win to some degree again.

UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway 2 results

More than 13 years after their first meeting inside the Octagon, Conor McGregor and Max Holloway renewed their rivalry in the main event of UFC 329, one of the most anticipated MMA events of 2026.

Game of the day - Wimbledon Final - Zverev vs Sinner

Recent history suggests Jannik Sinner should be entirely confident of retaining his Wimbledon title - but this Alexander Zverev is a different proposition.

Shane McDermott steps down as Pakistan fielding coach

Pakistan fielding coach Shane McDermott has quit his role at the PCB. McDermott, who is currently in Australia, was appointed Pakistan's all-format fielding coach a year ago, and was scheduled to be part of support staff for the Asian Games in September.

Heather Knight retires from international cricket

Heather Knight, the World Cup-winning captain and the most-capped women's player in England's history, has announced that she will retire from international cricket after the ongoing Test match against India at Lord's. Knight, who made her England debut

Team Penske takes front row qualifying spots in Atlanta

Team Penske Fords claimed the front row spots for NASCAR Cup Series race at EchoPark Speedway. Ryan Blaney won the pole with a lap time of 30.815 seconds at 179.912 mph on Saturday. Blaney's teammate, Joey Logano, was second with a lap tim

Israel Adesanya leaves City Kickboxing

Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya announced that he was leaving longtime head coach Eugene Bareman and City Kickboxing. The change, which Adesanya announced on his YouTube channel, comes amid a career-worst four-fight losing strea

Mario Saint Supery signs with Euroleague club Valencia

In a stunning move, Gonzaga starting point guard Mario Saint-Supery is returning to Spain. EuroLeague squad Valencia announced that it had signed Saint-Supery, a point guard who earned all-West Coast Conference freshman honors after averaging 8.6 points p

Tim Merlier wins stage 8 of Tour de France

Belgian rider Tim Merlier won the eighth stage of the Tour de France in a sprint finish to claim back-to-back-stage victories, while defending champion Tadej Pogačar kept the race leader’s yellow jersey on Saturday. Four-time champion Pogačar finished in

Ja Morant says he hopes to 'start fresh' with Portland Trail Blazers

After watching his career and his reputation take a nosedive over the past three years, Ja Morant is ready to 'start fresh' in Portland, writes Ben Golliver of ESPN. Speaking to a group of reporters Saturday at the Las Vegas Summer League, Morant insisted

Viggo Bjorck to play in North America this season

When the Jets selected Swedish center Viggo Björck with the eighth overall pick last month, they weren’t expecting to see him in Winnipeg until spring 2027 at the earliest. He was entering the final season of his contract with Djurgårdens IF of the Swedis

Vinod Khosla buys Seattle Seahawks $9.6 Billion

A group led by San Francisco 49ers limited partner Vinod Khosla has agreed to purchase the Seattle Seahawks, it was announced. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but multiple league sources with knowledge of the matter said the selling price would be $

Paolo Maldini appointed as Italy’s technical director

The Italian football federation took another step toward a rebuild of their national team by hiring Paolo Maldini as technical director and former Brazil international and 1994 World Cup winner Leonardo as advisor. Giovanni Malagò, who led the M

Jordan Henderson says breaking arm during celebrations was not his 'finest hour'

England midfielder Jordan Henderson joked it was 'not my finest hour' after he suffered a broken arm while celebrating the World Cup round of 16 win over Mexico last weekend. The former Liverpool captain did not play in the dramatic 3-2 win but managed to

Cubs designate Jake Woodford for assignment

Right-hander Jake Woodford has been designated for assignment by the Cubs, the team announced. Reliever Phil Maton is back from the injured list to take Woodford’s spot in the bullpen. Woodford’s tenure in Chicago lasted just one appearance. He was charg

Dodgers activate Landon Knack and designate Charlie Barnes for assignment

The Dodgers reinstated right-hander Landon Knack from the 60-day injured list, per a team announcement. He’s been sidelined all year with an oblique strain. Knack will take righty Kyle Hurt‘s spot in the bullpen. Left-hander Charlie Barnes was designated

Tyler Herro expected Heat would trade him

Tyler Herro anticipated that he would be dealt this summer. The former Heat guard was right, as he was a big part of the blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo deal and is now a member of the Bucks. 'I saw it coming,' Herro said, per Anthony Chiang of the Miam

Bucks re-signing Gary Trent Jr

Gary Trent Jr. will remain with the Bucks on a four-year, $64MM contract, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul and agent Lucas Newton tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). Trent’s representatives have been negotiating with the team since the NBA Finals ended

Mason Langenbrunner announces retirement

Langenbrunner, the son of longtime NHLer and now-former Bruins assistant general manager Jamie Langenbrunner, captained the Crimson last season to conclude his collegiate career. He was a fifth-round pick by the B’s in 2020 out of Eden Prairie High School

White Sox select Roch Cholowsky

The White Sox have taken UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the first overall pick of the 2026 draft. MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis reported the news about 20 minutes before the pick was officially announced, and The Athletic’s Keith Law wrote earlier today

Tigers claim Andre Granillo

The Tigers announced that right-hander Andre Granillo was claimed off the Nationals’ waiver wire. Granillo has been optioned to Triple-A Toledo, and no other transaction was required since Detroit had an open space on its 40-man roster. Granillo posted

Canucks finalize coaching staff

While Manny Malhotra took over as the head coach of the Canucks a little more than a month ago, the rest of his coaching staff remained largely uncertain, aside from Ryan Mougenel coming over from AHL Providence. That uncertainty has concluded as the tea

Flames loan Theo Stockselius to SHL

While the Flames signed prospect Theo Stockselius back in May, he won’t be making his debut in North America just yet. Instead, SHL Djurgarden announced that the forward will be loaned back to them for the upcoming season. They indicated in their releas

Colts want to lighten Jonathan Taylor’s workload

Colts running back Jonathan Taylor ranks second in the NFL with 626 rushing attempts since 2024, as well as a snap share over 80 percent. He also led the league with 323 carries and took a whopping 46% of his team’s offensive touches last year. Taylor’s

Braves place Mike Yastrzemski on IL

The Braves announced five roster moves, including Mike Yastrzemski‘s placement on the 10-day injured list due to left elbow inflammation. Atlanta also optioned right-hander James Karinchak to Triple-A Gwinnett, while calling up right-hander Owen Murphy a

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