Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi scored second-half goals as Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday to qualify for the knock-out stage of the World Cup as Group B winners, with the tournament co-hosts also progressing as runners-up.
Cape Verde pulled off a stunning 2-2 draw against two-time World Cup winners Uruguay in Miami on Sunday.
Matteo Berrettini reached the French Open quarterfinals by ousting giant-killer Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Felix Auger-Aliassime and Flavio Cobolli sealed their last-eight spots with contrasting wins.
Germany, aiming to repair its international reputation after two consecutive first-round exits, begins its World Cup campaign against minnows Curacao.
Qatar take on Switzerland in their World Cup opener on Saturday eager to shake off the pressure of expectation, coming in as back-to-back Asian champions with an urgent need to make amends for a dismal debut as hosts of the 2022 tournament.
Maxi Araujo scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for Uruguay in their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday, preventing another stunning upset in Group H after Spain's earlier goalless draw with Cape Verde.
Portugal's World Cup squad will wear commemorative wristbands in tribute to their late former teammate Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash last year. Midfielder Vitinha discussed the team's approach to the upcoming tournament, acknowledging logistical challenges and expressing his personal ambition to win the World Cup.
Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini celebrated the club's return to the Champions League after 20 years following a 2-1 win over Elche that secured a top-five finish in La Liga.
A record eight players aged 40 or older have been selected to play at the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States - one more than at all the past 22 tournaments combined.
Google's AI Search marks a shift from information discovery to information delivery.
'Don't ask me the reasons I'm leaving. There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it's my time.'
The official 26-man squads for FIFA World Cup 2026.
Croatia and AC Milan's Luka Modric sustained the injury following a clash of heads with Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli during their Serie A match on Sunday.
Paris St Germain drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich, securing a 6-5 aggregate victory and a place in the Champions League final against Arsenal.
Lionel Messi sparked injury concerns after he left the field in the 73rd minute of Inter Miami CF's 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union
Inter Milan secured their 21st Serie A title after a season marked by consistency, a strong defence, and a potent strike partnership. Their victory was confirmed with a 2-0 win against Parma, leaving them comfortably ahead of their rivals.
Aryna Sabalenka overcame Naomi Osaka in a thrilling match to reach the French Open quarter-finals, while other players including Diana Shnaider and Anna Kalinskaya also advanced.
Nitin Menon remains the only Indian in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires after the governing body named an unchanged team of match officials for the 2026-27 international season following its annual review.
Naomi Osaka battled past Donna Vekic in straight sets to reach the French Open third round for the first time since 2019, continuing her impressive comeback run at Roland Garros.
Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern Munich defeated Cologne 5-1 to win the Bundesliga title. Bayern finished the season with a record-breaking 122 goals.
Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea reached the quarter-final of the French Open, while Matteo Berrettini is rediscovering his confidence after a win.
Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma received a signed Lionel Messi jersey and expressed his excitement on social media.
Noah Okafor scored twice as Leeds United secured a 2-1 away win against Manchester United, who had Lisandro Martinez sent off.
Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 4-3 in a dramatic Champions League quarter-final second leg, securing a 6-4 aggregate victory and a place in the semi-finals against Paris St Germain.
Inter Milan squander a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Torino, keeping the Serie A title race alive with four rounds left.
Paris St Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in a thrilling Champions League semi-final first leg, setting a record for goals scored at this stage of the competition. PSG came from behind to lead 5-2 before Bayern fought back, leaving the tie finely poised for the return leg in Munich.
Aadu 3: Part 1 feels like a film trapped in its own ambition. While it expands the universe in an interesting manner, it loses sight of the tight, irreverent humour that made the previous films click in the first place, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Italy has denied the United States the use of the Sigonella military base for flights heading to West Asia, citing a lack of consultation and concerns over the nature of the flights. This decision reflects Italy's stance on avoiding escalation in the region, as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government emphasises its desire to stay out of war.
Inter Milan rallied from two goals down to defeat Como 4-3, extending their lead in Serie A. Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries each scored twice in the victory.
India's Om Semwal defeated Mexico's Sebastian Salazar in a five-set thriller at the JSW Indian Open squash tournament. Other results included wins for players from Egypt, Switzerland, and Hong Kong, and a loss for India's Suraj Kumar Chand.
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo delivers his best performance yet in The Lincoln Lawyer 4, applauds Deepa Gahlot.
We cannot simply have a 60-65 per cent import dependency in LPG, the bulk of which comes from just one volatile region -- West Asia, points out R Jagannathan.
Australian pair of Olivia Gadecki and John Peers became the first duo in 37 years to defend Australian Open mixed doubles crown on Friday.
Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Diamond Harbour FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal and Aryan Niraj Lamba saving a penalty.
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday there was "no risk" to fans coming to the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after violence erupted following the capture and death of Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader, notably in Jalisco state.
A summary of results from football leagues across Europe.
Dramatic night in the Champions League playoffs as goals, shocks and dominant performances decided the final places in the last 16.
Harry Kane scores twice as Bayern Munich beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2 to go nine points clear in the Bundesliga; Monaco stun Lens in Ligue 1.
Galatasaray struck twice in extra time to end 10-man Juventus' brave fightback and reach the Champions League's last 16, progressing with a 7-5 aggregate victory.
