Pakistan’s Naseem Shah under fire after criticism of politician’s PSL visit
Pakistan's Naseem Shah under fire for slamming politician's presence at start of closed-doors PSL game in Lahore.
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Iran footballers pay tribute to victims of school strike at start of war
The Iran national team played for the first time since the Middle East conflict began, losing 2-1 to Nigeria.
Diop debut for Morocco adds latest twist in Senegal post-AFCON dispute
Issa Diop makes Morocco debut only hours after receiving clearance and turning down Senegal advances.
Doncic faces one-game ban after technical foul in Lakers win against Nets
Luka Doncic's 41 points against Nets was soured by his 16th technical foul of the season, triggering a one-game ban.
White is hero and villain on England return, Germany’s Wirtz destroys Swiss
Uruguay hold England at Wembley, Germany defeat Switzerland, and Netherlands beat Norway in pre-World Cup friendlies.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after rollover crash in Florida
Tiger Woods showed signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene of car crash in which he struck another vehicle.
Oyarzabal double seals Spain win against Serbia in World Cup warm-up
Spain enjoy a comfortable night as Mikel Oyarzabal scores twice in 3-0 win against Serbia in warm-up for World Cup 2026.
Iran bans sports teams from travelling to ‘hostile’ countries amid war
Sports Ministry says ban for 'security' of athletes before a game between Iranian and Emirati clubs in Saudi Arabia.
Italy to play Bosnia in 2026 World Cup playoff final, Kosovo face Turkiye
Elsewhere, Bolivia beat Suriname and Jamaica defeat New Caledonia in intercontinental playoff semifinals.
LIVE: Brazil vs France – FIFA World Cup 2026 warm up
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, before our comprehensive text commentary stream.
Olympics align with Trump as transgender athletes banned from women’s games
Transgender athletes banned from women's Olympic events by new IOC policy aiming for 'fairness, safety and integrity'.
Senegal pledges to fight ‘robbery’ after CAF strips it of AFCON title
Senegal's lawyers say CAF's decision to hand Morocco the AFCON title 'openly violates the laws of the game'.
Senegal appeal to CAS against handing over of AFCON title to Morocco
Senegal hope to overturn CAF's decision to crown Morocco champions after a walkout by Senegalese players in the final.
NBA owners vote to explore Seattle, Las Vegas expansion bids
All 30 owners voted to explore the two city bids, according to ESPN, with the 2028-29 season the entry point.
Which teams can still qualify for the World Cup, and when are the playoffs?
A breakdown of the intercontinental tournament that will determine two of last six teams to qualify for World Cup 2026.
Mohamed Salah: Is Liverpool exit the end? Can World Cup spur Egypt star?
With his time at Liverpool, and apparently the world's most elite league, coming to an end, what is left to drive Salah?
Why is Mohamed Salah leaving Liverpool, and which club will he join next?
Al Jazeera explains the Liverpool and Egypt icon's departure from the Premier League and what happens next.
Asian Champions League quarterfinal sends Iran’s Tractor FC to Saudi Arabia
Draw for AFC Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals sees Tractor FC play Dubai's Shabab Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia.
Egypt’s Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season after 9-year stay
The former Chelsea and Roma forward has been linked with a move from Premier League champions to Saudi Pro League.
Supporter groups file lawsuit against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices
Euroconsumers and FSE file a lawsuit with the European Commission against the sport body over World Cup ticket prices.