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Norway's World Cup quarter‑finalists were welcomed by 90‑100 k fans in Oslo, with a royal salute, Crown Prince Haakon's drum‑led Viking Row, and an open‑top bus parade; striker Erling Haaland missed the finale.

Brazil lost 2‑1 to Norway in the World Cup round of 16 in New Jersey, ending its campaign; coach Ancelotti called it a new start, while critics said the team played without soul.

Argentina will wear a historic blue jersey in the World Cup 2026 semi‑final against England in Atlanta, echoing Maradona’s 1986 triumph, with global broadcast and high‑profile players like Messi and Bellingham.

FIFA appointed U.S. referee Ismail Elfath, assisted by Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins, to lead the Argentina‑England World Cup 2026 semifinal in Atlanta on 15 July.

Jude Bellingham's shoulder injury after the Norway quarter‑final puts his availability for England's World Cup semi‑final against Argentina in doubt.

Argentina, England, France and Spain reached the 2026 World Cup semifinals, with each earning at least US$37.5 million—well above Brazil’s US$25.5 million—while the final is set for July 19 in the United States

Jordan Walker became the first St. Louis Cardinal to win the 2026 Home Run Derby in Philadelphia, beating Kyle Schwarber 12‑11 and earning a $1 million prize.

The IOC will let Russian athletes compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, ending a post‑invasion ban and prompting criticism from Ukraine, Sweden and others.

Argentina will face England and Spain will meet France in the World Cup semi‑finals, with broadcasts slated for Tuesday evening.

Palmeiras beat Flamengo 3‑1 to win the Ladies Cup, becoming the first bicampeão, and now heads into the Brazilian women’s league season with a strong showing.

Bryce Harper says he never consented to FanDuel using his Cameo video, which was sent to VIP gambler Terry Thompson, now suing the sportsbook over the unauthorized promotion.

Argentina reached the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a 3‑1 quarter‑final win over Switzerland, a result that historically precedes back‑to‑back titles for Italy (1938) and Brazil (1962).

Eleven athletes sued the NCAA in Colorado, claiming its new five‑year eligibility rule unfairly blocks a fifth year of play and NIL rights, potentially affecting thousands of college athletes.

Flamengo president Bap said Filipe Luís' firing was decided before the 8‑0 loss, praised new coach Leonardo Jardim’s adjustments and wished Luís success at Monaco.

Franco Armani, 39, ends his 8½‑year stint at River Plate after 10 titles and 366 matches, delivering an emotional farewell and announcing a return to Atlético Nacional in Colombia.

Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title, beating Alexander Zverev 6‑7, 7‑6, 6‑3, 6‑4, earning his fifth Grand Slam, thanking ball kids, staff and the British royal family.

FIFA will study expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams after the 2026 tournament, aiming for wider global participation while co‑hosting with Spain, Portugal and Morocco.

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game takes place on July 14 in Philadelphia, featuring star‑filled rosters, a Home Run Derby with Phillies' Schwarber and Harper, historic Aussie reserve Travis Bazzana, and betting promos

Slaven Bilić returns as Croatia’s head coach after Dalic quits post‑World Cup loss; federation cites his experience and confidence in the squad.

Gotham FC will host its first regular‑season NWSL match at Citi Field, with over 40,000 tickets sold, aiming to break franchise and New York women’s‑sports attendance records against the Washington Spirit.

Virat Kohli returns for the India‑England ODI series, needing 203 runs to hit 15,000 ODI runs and eyeing five possible records, including overtaking Tendulkar’s England total.

Galatasaray is reportedly ready to spend €70 million on Phil Foden and is also pursuing a big‑money number 10 signing, possibly Bruno Fernandes, to strengthen its squad.

The DFB is near naming Jürgen Klopp as Germany’s national team coach, pending approval from Red Bull’s Thai owner Chalerm Yoovidhya, with talks including a secret meeting and a contract possibly extending to ​​

GWS Giants midfielder Xavier O'Halloran says the team treats each remaining game as a ‘life or death’ fight, aiming for finals while he prepares for his 100th AFL appearance amid a long injury list.

President Trump announced the Freedom 250 IndyCar Grand Prix in Washington D.C. for Aug 22‑23, featuring drivers Malukas, Palou and Rosenqvist on a temporary circuit around the National Mall.

Romain Gregoire says the Tour de France now favors only elite riders; current leaders are Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, with stage wins by top cyclists and budget gaps reinforcing the dominance.

Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton will officiate the France‑Spain World Cup 2026 semi‑final, becoming the first from his nation to do so after a historic red‑card decision earlier in the tournament.

Lucas Digne has agreed to a three‑year return to Paris Saint‑Germain, activating a sub‑€10 million release clause in his Aston Villa contract, with the move effective after the 2026 World Cup.

Aaron Donald tested his fitness at the Rams' facility; insiders say a comeback is possible and would reshape the team's defensive line and salary cap.

Geelong Cats coach Chris Scott refuses to confirm any trade talks with Essendon midfielder Zach Merrett, calling discussions private, while noting pursuit of other free agents and upcoming match issues.

Thibaut Courtois was substituted in Belgium's World Cup quarter‑final against Spain due to a quadriceps strain, sparking debate over his future and Senne Lammens' role as the national team's successor.

At the 2026 World Cup hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico, the United States lost 4–1 to Belgium in the round of 16, joining other early exits for the host nations.

Around 500 veteran players from 30 ASEAN teams will compete in Kuching, Malaysia, Aug 11‑15, 2026, as part of the 35th ASEAN Veteran Basketball Tournament and the Kuching Festival.

Paulo Dybala extends his AS Roma contract to June 2027 with a reduced €3 m salary, ending Boca Juniors hopes and securing his fifth season in Italy.

France, led by Deschamps and Mbappé, reaches the 2026 World Cup semifinal in the US, sparking debate on whether this squad eclipses the 1998 champions and could make Deschamps a two‑time World Cup coach.

A São Paulo federal court reversed a decision to give the Taça das Bolinhas trophy to São Paulo FC after Flamengo’s appeal, keeping the trophy under Caixa custody and leaving the dispute over the 1987‑era title

Spanish twins Jorge (11 pts, 10 reb, 2.11 m) and Guillermo Díaz Graham debuted for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Summer League, drawing comparisons to the Gasol brothers.

Hong Kong will host the 2027 Hyrox World Championship at AsiaWorld‑Expo in June, after participant numbers grew from under 1,000 to nearly 20,000 in four years.

Two trans student athletes withdrew lawsuits against New Hampshire’s ban on trans participation in girls’ sports after the Supreme Court upheld such restrictions.

Robert Lewandowski arrived in Chicago, will train and hold a press conference on 14 July with Chicago Fire, and is set to debut in MLS after a stint at Legia Warsaw and Barcelona.

Manchester United signed Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for ~£50 million on a five‑year deal, replacing Casemiro and bolstering the midfield.

Brazil’s men’s and women’s sitting‑volleyball teams, unbeaten in group play, move to the round of 16 in Hangzhou, facing Japan and Hungary respectively.

Stephen Fleming and CSK end an 18‑year partnership; he guided the team to five IPL titles and two CLT20 wins, but after three seasons without playoffs the franchise and coach mutually agreed to part ways.

The Cincinnati Reds, nine games under .500, have trade interest in utilityman Spencer Steer while also reshaping the roster after drafting shortstop Justin Lebron, prompting speculation on upcoming deals.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons, led by goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, are set to defend their WAFCON title in Morocco, aiming for an 11th crown and World Cup qualification, with a one‑match‑at‑a‑time strategy.

Australian bowler Ellen Fife, double gold medallist, gears up for the 2026 Commonwealth Games singles in Glasgow, marking her 200th cap amid a new format.

Mike Trout told reporters at the All-Star Game media day in Philadelphia that he remains committed to the Angels, has a no‑trade clause, and will decide his future, while sharing his hometown affection for the

After Wimbledon setbacks, Argentine players Lautaro Midón and Federico Gómez qualified for the ATP 250 events in Bastad (Sweden) and Umag (Croatia), reviving hopes for Argentina’s clay‑court prospects.

Nigeria's football authorities face criticism after poor domestic league performance and a second missed World Cup, with calls for a full NFF overhaul.