Ashour’s Historic Strike Gives Egypt Hope Against Belgium in World Cup Opener
Egypt’s Emam Ashour scores in their World Cup match against Belgium. The match is taking place at the Seattle Stadium.
Football
Former Wolves and Nottingham Forest Striker Rafael Mir Sentenced to 8.5 Years in Prison for Sexual Assault
Former Wolves and Nottingham Forest striker Rafael Mir has been sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for sexual assault. Mir was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman at his home in Valencia.
Cape Verde Stuns World Cup with Historic Draw Against Spain
Cape Verde’s Vozinha made a standout performance to help his team hold European champions Spain to a surprise 0-0 draw in their World Cup opener. The match was part of Group H and marked a debut for Cape Verde in the tournament.
Watford appoint Alessio Dionisi as head coach on two-year deal
Watford have appointed Alessio Dionisi as head coach on a two-year contract. The 46-year-old Italian replaces Ed Still, who was sacked on 3 May after less than three months in charge at Vicarage Road.
Bale Launches Sports Investment Fund, Eyes Potential Cardiff City Stake
Gareth Bale has launched a new sports investment fund. He has not ruled out investing in his hometown club Cardiff City. The fund could potentially be used to purchase Championship side Cardiff City.
BBC and ITV Set Sharing Deal for 2026 World Cup Coverage
The BBC and ITV have a process to decide which World Cup matches they will show, with the BBC having the first pick this time around. The broadcasters take turns picking matches, with priority given to games involving home nations and knockout matches.
France leaves press box seat empty at World Cup to spotlight imprisoned journalist
French sports journalists are highlighting the case of Christophe Gleizes, a French sports journalist who is in prison in Algeria, by leaving an empty seat in the press box at every France game at the World Cup. Gleizes was sentenced to 7 years in prison in 2025 for supporting terrorism.
Wolves Turn to Portuguese Tactician Peixoto as Championship Era Begins
Wolverhampton Wanderers have appointed Cesar Peixoto as their new head coach on a two-year deal. The 46-year-old arrives from Portuguese top-flight club Gil Vicente and replaces Rob Edwards who was sacked last week. Peixoto takes charge of a Wolves side who will play in the Championship for the first time since 2018.