France and Spain are battling for a place in the 2026 World Cup final at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, but Les Bleus suffered an early setback when William Saliba was forced off the field under concerning circumstances.

In the 28th minute, with France chasing the ball in midfield and under no immediate pressure, Saliba went down and signaled to the bench to be replaced. The nature and severity of the injury have not yet been confirmed, but the sight of one of France’s key defenders leaving the field so early in a semifinal immediately raised alarm.

Didier Deschamps turned to Maxence Lacroix as Saliba’s replacement, slotting the Crystal Palace defender alongside Dayot Upamecano in the center of the backline. Lacroix’s only previous minutes in the tournament came in the final group stage match against Norway, with the defender serving as an unused substitute in every other game.

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While icons like Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix, and Sadio Mane stand ready to fight for Al-Nassr once more, a dark storm of financial turmoil is brewing off the pitch. The Saudi titan has been plunged into a sudden and devastating crisis, casting a heavy shadow over their upcoming campaign. As the very foundation of the club trembles, desperate supporters are left to wonder if their star-studded armada can weather this monumental turmoil and conquer the battlefield.

The Saudi Pro League champion has ambitions of challenging for major honors under new manager Ange Postecoglou, but recent developments have cast doubt over those plans. Reports indicate that financial issues have disrupted transfer activity and even affected player payments, creating fresh challenges before the new campaign begins.

According to Al-Riyadiyah, Al-Nassr has yet to submit the financial documentation required to prove its ability to register new contracts. Club officials reportedly remain responsible for completing those procedures, while mounting financial obligations have placed the organization under significant pressure.

The report claims that the club’s debts have now exceeded its revenues, leaving Al-Nassr unable to meet several financial commitments from its existing budget. As a result, new signings have effectively been placed on hold until the situation improves.

What’s more, it’s said that several first-team players have only received part of their June salaries, while the club is also struggling to bring in a foreign replacement following Marcelo Brozovic’s departure. Those restrictions have slowed the club’s transfer plans during one of the busiest periods of the summer.

Why the crisis has emerged

Despite speculation, an informed source told Al-Riyadiyah that the Ministry of Sports and the Saudi Pro League have already fulfilled every financial obligation owed to Al-Nassr. The club has reportedly received all payments linked to government support programs as well as the recruitment initiative for the current season.

The source explained: “It is up to Al-Nassr’s management to decide whether those funds should be used to settle part of the club’s existing financial obligations.”

According to the same source, the club’s problems stem from financial decisions and contractual commitments accumulated over recent years, rather than missing payments from Saudi soccer authorities. Until those obligations are addressed, the Knight of Najd cannot take on additional contractual commitments or complete transfer registrations.

Salary concerns and transfer restrictions

The financial issues appear to extend beyond transfer activity. Reports claim some players are still waiting to receive their full salaries, while bonuses linked to previous league achievements also remain outstanding. Al-Nassr has reportedly been unable to renew contracts for several young players, adding another layer of uncertainty as preparations continue for the new season.

Those setbacks have fueled concern among supporters about how quickly the club can stabilize its finances. Earlier reports also suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo briefly stopped playing earlier this year because of delayed wage payments and concerns over support for the squad, before returning after outstanding salaries were settled and management issues were addressed.

Not everyone believes the situation will last. The club’s former legal department director, Saad Al-Subaie, insists the difficulties are only temporary because several sponsorship agreements have already been secured.

He wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “Four companies have already transferred funds to Al-Nassr. The remaining companies are expected to transfer their funds within the next two weeks. The current financial crisis is only temporary, and work is underway to resolve it. Al-Nassr are expected to make signings this summer.”

Which players are staying and who could leave?

While departures continue to be assessed, Jhon Duran has already been confirmed to leave the club. Meanwhile, Saad Al-Subaie has indicated several players remain under evaluation regarding possible exits, including Bento Krepski, Wesley Texeira, Haydeer Abdulkareem, Haroune Camara, Mohammed Maran, and Sami Al-Najei.

At the same time, Cristiano Ronaldo, Mohamed Simakan, Inigo Martinez, Joao Felix, Kingsley Coman, Sadio Mane, and Angelo Gabriel have all been identified as players expected to remain at Al-Nassr. Their presence gives Postecoglou an impressive core, provided the club resolves its financial issues in time.

France and Spain clash in what promises to be a great match at Dallas Stadium, with the winner becoming the first finalist of the 2026 World Cup.

France head into this match ranked 1st in the FIFA World Rankings, with 1,948.97 points, having jumped two spots over the course of the tournament after putting together a strong campaign so far.

Didier Deschamps‘ men have been unbeaten across all six of their matches so far, topping their group before edging past Sweden in the Round of 32 and beating Paraguay in the Round of 16. They then dispatched Morocco 2-0 in the quarterfinals behind goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele to book their spot in the last four.

Standing in their way is a Spain side ranked 3rd in the world, with 1,934.79 points. Luis de la Fuente’s men needed to grind through the knockout rounds, beating Portugal 1-0 in the Round of 16 before edging Belgium 2-1 in the quarterfinals on Mikel Merino’s late winner.

France looking for a third straight final

Beyond the ranking gap, France arrive at this semifinal chasing a piece of modern history. A win over Spain would send them to a third consecutive World Cup final, a feat no nation has managed since Brazil made three straight finals from 1994 to 2002.

The first of those two previous finals ended in triumph. At the 2018 World Cup in Russia, France beat Croatia 4-2 to lift the trophy for a second time in their history.

Four years later, at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, France came agonizingly close to going back-to-back, drawing 3-3 with Argentina after Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick forced extra time, only to lose 4-2 on penalties in one of the greatest finals in tournament history.

The 2026 World Cup is down to its final four, with France vs Spain and England vs Argentina set as the semifinal matchups for a place in the final at MetLife Stadium. Alongside the shift in stakes, the tournament’s official match ball is also getting a new look for the final stages of the competition.

The Trionda’s familiar blue, red, and green color scheme is being replaced by gold and black detailing. The change is a deliberate FIFA decision, in keeping with a tradition the governing body has maintained across recent World Cup editions.

The updated ball, officially called the Trionda Final, will be used from the semifinals onward. That means four appearances in total: the France-Spain semifinal, the England-Argentina semifinal, the third-place playoff, and the final on Sunday, July 19th.

FIFA marked the unveiling with an official statement: “A premium gold finish references the World Cup trophy, set against a black base to elevate the ball’s look and feel, creating a bold and refined visual identity for the final stages of the competition.“

FIFA and the tradition of changing the ball for the final stages

The original Trionda design was built to represent the three host nations, with Canada, Mexico, and the United States each reflected in the color palette. With all remaining games taking place on U.S. soil, the ball’s transformation also marks that symbolic handoff to the final chapter of the tournament.

The tradition of introducing a gold-themed ball for the final stages dates back to the 2006 World Cup in Germany, where the Teamgeist received gold detailing to evoke the iconic trophy. The same approach was applied to the Jabulani in South Africa 2010, the Brazuca in Brazil 2014, and the Al Rihla in Qatar 2022, which was replaced by the Al Hilm starting from the semifinals, mirroring the same threshold as this year.

The one deviation from that pattern came at Russia 2018, when the Telstar 18 gave way to the red-colored Telstar Mechta, though that change was introduced at the start of the knockout rounds rather than the semifinals.

Spain has reestablished itself as one of the clear favorites at the 2026 World Cup, now standing two wins away from a second world title following the 2010 triumph in South Africa. With France standing between them and a place in the final, a victory would also send La Roja to the top of the FIFA Rankings.

In the most recent official update, Spain sits third with 1,934.79 points. They entered the tournament in second with 1,874.71 points, meaning that despite accumulating more points during the competition, France’s stronger results pushed La Roja down one spot in the standings.

With France currently occupying first place, a win over Les Bleus in the semifinal would give Spain a significant rankings boost and reclaim the top spot in world soccer.

It would not be the first time they have sat there. Fueled by back-to-back European Championship titles in 2008 and 2012 and the 2010 World Cup triumph, Spain dominated the number one position in the FIFA Rankings for much of the period between 2008 and 2014, before a group-stage exit in Brazil brought that era to an end. They returned to the summit most recently between September 2025 and January 2026, and are now within reach of doing so again.

Spain have not been outside the FIFA top 10 since September 2017, when they slipped to 11th. Their all-time low sits at 25th, but that feels like a distant memory for a program that has been one of the sport’s most consistently dominant forces in recent years, with Lamine Yamal now ensuring the next generation of Spanish soccer looks just as bright.

Spain’s recent dominance over France a positive omen

Despite France holding the higher ranking, it is Spain who have had the upper hand in the most important recent meetings between the two nations. Back-to-back victories in the Euro 2024 semifinal and the 2025 UEFA Nations League semifinal have given Yamal’s side significant momentum heading into yet another knockout stage collision, this time on the biggest stage of all.

France clash with Spain and Mikel Merino will not be on his team’s starting eleven in today’s 2026 World Cup semifinal at Dallas Stadium, despite arriving at this stage of the tournament as arguably one of the country’s most in-form players.

Manager Luis de la Fuente is keeping the same setup that has carried Spain through the knockout rounds: Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Alex Baena feeding Mikel Oyarzabal up front. There’s no space in that XI for Merino, who will once again start the match among the substitutes.

It isn’t a form issue, and it isn’t fitness-related, either — it’s a matter of not wanting to break a winning formula. De la Fuente has leaned on the same core group for most of the tournament, reserving Merino for a specific job late in games rather than folding him into the starting shape.

In midfield, the manager opted to stick with Rodri and Fabian Ruiz, just as he did against Belgium, while Pedri began among the substitutes and came on in the second half as a replacement for Rodri.

Spain’s most dangerous man off the bench

That job has paid off twice in as many knockout rounds. Merino came off the bench in the Round of 16 against Portugal and needed only a handful of minutes to win a free-kick that sparked Spain’s winning move, before finishing it himself in stoppage time to eliminate Cristiano Ronaldo’s side 1-0.

He repeated the trick in the quarterfinals against Belgium, entering as a substitute and scoring the 88th-minute winner in a 2-1 victory that punched Spain’s ticket to the semifinals.

With two of Spain’s last two knockout goals both belonging to Merino, de la Fuente has every reason to keep saving him for the same role against France — even if it means the Arsenal midfielder starts yet another must-win match on the bench.

The final four has arrived, and the psychological warfare is officially in full swing. On the latest edition of The 90th Minute, co-hosts Dan Riccio and Blake Price dive headfirst into a blockbuster World Cup Semifinal preview as European giants Spain and France prepare to renew their modern rivalry in Dallas.

Listen to the full tactical preview on Spotify to get ready for kickoff.

The show leads with the fascinating war of words that has taken over the buildup. Spain’s teen sensation Lamine Yamal set social media ablaze with a highly confident public statement, reminding everyone that La Roja have beaten Didier Deschamps’ side in their last two major tournament meetings.

The hosts debate whether Yamal’s words represent youthful, elite self-belief or unnecessary arrogance that could serve as bulletin board material for Kylian Mbappé and Les Bleus. Dan and Blake also analyze Deschamps’ calculated decision to keep his squad quiet and play subtle mind games of his own ahead of the clash.

Tactically, the duo highlights the absolute necessity of Spain’s high press. If Luis de la Fuente’s side wants to throttle France’s transitions, they must disrupt the French engine room before Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise can gather momentum in the channels. To celebrate the sheer volume of superstar talent on display, the guys build an incredible, highly controversial combined all-time XI featuring legendary figures from both Spanish and French football history.The program concludes with a look at the other side of the bracket.

The hosts discuss the referee appointments for Wednesday’s heated, historic England vs. Argentina semifinal, pay tribute to Erling Haaland’s soaring global stardom following Norway’s heroic welcome-home reception, and evaluate how Harry Kane is navigating the intense pressure of the English media.You can stream the entire preview right now.

Check out The 90th Minute on Spotify to get the ultimate breakdown of matchday tactics, key player matchups, and official score predictions.

Mason Greenwood'un Fenerbahçe'yle hemen hemen anlaşmasının ardından, eski oda arkadaşı Phil Foden da Galatasaray gündemine düştü! İzlanda kampındaki meşhur "jelibon skandalıyla" akıllara kazınan iki eski dostun yollarını ayıran o geceyi ve 150 milyon Euro'luk Foden transferinin arka planındaki gerçekler dikkat çekici.

Fenerbahçe’nin Mason Greenwood ile anlaşma noktasına gelmesinin hemen ardından, sosyal medyada çılgın bir iddia dalgası başladı... Greenwood’un İngiltere Millî Takımı'ndan eski oda arkadaşı Phil Foden’ın Galatasaray’a transfer olacağı konuşulmaya başkandı. İki oyuncunun geçmişteki vukuatlarına gönderme yapan taraftarlar, şimdiden "yeniden jelibon kardeşliği" esprileriyle ortalığı kasıp kavuruyor.

İKİSİ BİRDEN KAMPTAN KOVULDU

Bu eğlenceli esprinin arkasında, futbol tarihinin en absürt disiplinsizlik olaylarından biri yatıyor. Eylül 2020’deki İzlanda kampında, sıkı COVID-19 karantinasını delen ikili, otele gizlice kız davet etmişti.

Buluşma öncesi kızlardan İngiltere'de bulamadıkları ekşi jelibonları satın alıp getirmelerini isteyen Foden ve Greenwood, odadaki eğlenceli anların Snapchat’e sızmasıyla yakayı ele vermiş ve kamptan atılmıştı.

FODEN'A HERKES SAHİP ÇIKTI

O meşhur geceden sonra iki yakın dostun yolları tamamen ayrıldı. Yaşanan skandalın ardından hızlıca özür dileyen Foden, Manchester City menajeri Pep Guardiola'nın korumacı kanatları altında kendini futbola adayarak dünyanın en elit oyuncularından birine dönüştü.

Greenwood ise 2022 yılında yaşadığı ciddi adli süreçlerin ardından gözden düştü; Foden dahil tüm takım arkadaşları kendisini korumak adına onunla bağlarını tamamen kopardı.

YILLIK KAZANCI 40 MİLYON EURO

Peki, Galatasaray iddialarının gerçekleşme ihtimali var mı? Finansal gerçekler bu transferin tamamen bir fanteziden ibaret olduğunu gösteriyor. Güncel piyasa değeri 150 milyon Euro olan Phil Foden, sponsorluklarla birlikte yıllık 40 milyon Euro kazanıyor. Üstelik çocukluk aşkı Manchester City’de, yeni teknik direktör Enzo Maresca’nın sisteminde de takımın değişilmez "ana yaratıcı" lideri konumunda bulunuyor.

Kante ve Guendouzi takviyeleriyle orta sahada adeta bir yıldızlar savaşı başlatan Fenerbahçe'de, teknik direktör İsmail Kartal tatlı bir seçim krizinin eşiğinde... Fred'in yanına yazılacak ideal partner aranırken; oyun aklı ve temposuyla dikkat çeken Matteo Guendouzi'nin yeni rolde nasıl bir joker olacağı ve hocanın değişilmez "rüya ikilisi" netleşiyor.

İsmail Kartal’ın bir önceki döneminde İsmail Yüksek ve Fred ile kurduğu o mükemmel orta saha bloğu, sarı-lacivertlileri zirveye taşımıştı. Önlerindeki Szymanski’nin gol ve asistleriyle coşan Fenerbahçe’de, bu kez taşlar yerinden oynuyor.

Yeni sezonda Kartal'ın elinde Fred ve İsmail’i zorlayacak N'Golo Kante ile Matteo Guendouzi gibi iki dünya klasında takviye daha olacak.

DJIKU'YU OYNATMAK ZORUNDA KALMIŞTI

Geçmişte alternatifsizlikten deplasmanda 1-0 kazanılan Galatasaray derbisinde Djiku’yu ön liberoda oynatan tecrübeli teknik adam, şimdi tatlı bir seçim krizinin eşiğinde.

İsmail Kartal’ın geçiş savunmasına, fiziksel dirence ve dönen topları toplamaya dayalı felsefesinde Fred yine sistemin "beyni" ve vazgeçilmezi konumunda.

Atletico-MG ile anlaşmasına rağmen ayrılığa izin vermedi. Hazırlık maçlarında da vazgeçmedi. Hücum geçişlerini yöneten Brezilyalı yıldızın yanına yazılacak partner ise takımın çehresini belirleyecek.

Kağıt üzerindeki rüya senaryo, sonsuz enerjileri ve pres güçleriyle rakipleri boğacak olan Kante-Fred ikilisi olarak öne çıkıyor. Savunma güvenliğini her şeyin önünde tutan Kartal için Kante kalkan görevi görebilir.

Bu lüks tabloda Matteo Guendouzi’ye ne olacak? Toplu oyundaki ekstra yaratıcılığı, dikine pasları ve tempo belirleme becerisiyle öne çıkan Guendouzi, Kartal’ın kulübedeki en büyük kozu haline geliyor. Fransız yıldız; özellikle topa sahip olunması gereken iç saha maçlarında, Fred’in dinlendirileceği senaryolarda ya da oyunun sıkıştığı anlarda doğrudan liderliği ele alacak bir "regista" olarak kritik roller üstlenecek.

Hocanın elini güçlendiren bir diğer büyük güç ise yerli kuralı ve taktiksel esneklik. Fiziksel güç, hava topu hakimiyeti ve yabancı sınırı gibi faktörler devreye girdiğinde, sistemi ezbere bilen İsmail Yüksek-Fred ortaklığı her an ilk 11'e dönebilecek durumda.

Ön alanda Szymanski’nin yerine Asensio ve Talisca gibi yaratıcı alternatiflerin de eklenmesiyle, İsmail Kartal bu kez orta sahada tam anlamıyla bir "satranç ustası" gibi hamle yapma şansına sahip olacak.

Fenerbahçe'de sağ bek rotasyonu için sürpriz bir isim gündeme geldi... Teknik direktör İsmail Kartal, Nelson Semedo'nun yüksek maliyeti nedeniyle rotayı Persepolis'ten eski öğrencisi Yaghoub Barajeh'e çevirdi. Kartal'ın İran'da bizzat keşfedip parlattığı, hem bek hem kanat oynayabilen 2006 doğumlu çok yönlü dinamo, Mert Müldür'ün yeni alternatifi olacak. Ağır sakatlığını atlatan ve 20 Haziran itibarıyla sahalara dönecek yıldız adayı, hücum gücü ve hızıyla sarı-lacivertlilerin geleceğe yatırım hamlesi olmaya hazırlanıyor.

Fenerbahçe’de transfer hareketliliği sürerken, teknik direktör İsmail Kartal'ın sağ bek takviyesi için sürpriz bir ismi yönetime ilettiği iddia edildi.

Deneyimli çalıştırıcı, Nelson Semedo’yu yüksek maliyeti nedeniyle veto ederek rotayı Persepolis’i çalıştırdığı dönemde altyapıdan çıkardığı genç yıldız Yaghoub Barajeh’e çevirdi. Kartal, 2006 doğumlu İranlı yeteneği kadroya katarak sağ kulvarı Mert Müldür ile birlikte emanet etmeyi planlıyor.

KARTAL GİBİ SAĞ BEK

Ocak-Haziran 2025 döneminde Persepolis FC'nin başında olan İsmail Kartal, Barajeh’e sürekli şans vererek gelişiminde büyük rol oynamıştı. Genç oyuncu, Kartal’ın takımın başındaki ilk sezonunun son haftasında oynanan Havadar SC maçının 90+7. dakikasında attığı kritik golle dikkatleri üzerine çekmişti.

YÜKSEK ATLETİZMİ VAR

Eski bir sağ bek olan Kartal'ın, savunma pozisyonunu geliştirmesi için özel olarak çalıştırdığı eski öğrencisinin taktiksel zekasına ve dinamizmine çok güvendiği İran'da sürekli gündemde tutuldu.

Modern sağ bek profilinin tüm özelliklerini taşıyan 2006 doğumlu futbolcu, yüksek atletizm kapasitesi ve hızıyla savunmadan hücuma geçişlerde fark yaratıyor.

ASİST İŞTAHI ÇOK YÜKSEK

Çizgiyi bir koridor gibi kullanan Barajeh, dinamizmi sayesinde sağ orta saha ve sağ kanatta da rahatlıkla görev yapabiliyor. Etkili kanat bindirmeleri, isabetli ortaları ve sürpriz arka direk koşularıyla bir beke göre gol ve asist iştahı oldukça yüksek bir profil çiziyor.

NİSAN AYINDA BACAĞINI KIRDI

Genç yıldız adayı, geçtiğimiz Nisan ayında (11 Nisan 2026) ciddi bir bacak kırığı sakatlığı yaşamış ve bir süre sahalardan uzak kalmıştı. Sağlık ekibinin raporları doğrultusunda başarılı bir rehabilitasyon süreci geçiren Barajeh, 20 Haziran 2026 itibarıyla sakatlığını tamamen geride bıraktı.

Yeni sezon hazırlıkları kapsamında takımla çalışmalara başlaması beklenen oyuncunun, transfer gerçekleşirse Fenerbahçe'de kontrollü bir adaptasyon süreciyle takıma dahil edilmesi hedefleniyor.

Getafe'de küllerinden doğan Mason Greenwood, Fenerbahçe'deki ilk hedefini belirledi! Sarı-lacivertlilerin golcü arayışına nokta koymak isteyen İngiliz yıldız, La Liga'da fırtınalar estirdiği eski ortağı Borja Mayoral'ın transfer edilmesini tavsiye etti. Teknik heyetle yaptığı görüşmede İspanyol forvete övgüler yağdıran Greenwood, "Aradığımız Golcü" diyerek 29 yaşındaki ismi gündeme getirdi.

Fenerbahçe’nin müstakbel transferi Mason Greenwood’un, Getafe’de küllerinden doğmasında başrolü oynayan eski partneri Borja Mayoral’ı sarı-lacivertli yönetime önerdiği iddia edildi.

Kulübün golcü arayışında olduğunu bilen İngiliz yıldızın, futbol aklı Oğuz Çetin ile yaptığı görüşmelerde Mayoral için "aradığımız golcü" önerisi yaptığı belirtildi. Getafe'de fırtınalar estiren bu ikilinin saha içindeki kusursuz uyumu, şimdi Kadıköy’e taşınmak isteniyor.

Teknik direktör José Bordalás’ın sisteminde bu iki isim birbirini harika şekilde tamamladı. Borja Mayoral ceza sahası içi sezgileri yüksek klasik bir "9 numara" olarak oynarken, Greenwood ise sağ kanattan içeri kat eden yaratıcı güç oldu.

Mayoral, sakatlanana kadar La Liga'da gol krallığı yarışı verirken; Greenwood, onun arkasındaki en büyük asist kaynağıydı. Birbirlerine açtıkları alanlarla İspanya'da sezonun en organize hücum ikilisi oldular.

Greenwood, Manchester United'da yaşadığı saha dışı krizlerin ardından İspanya’ya geldiğinde üzerinde devasa bir baskı vardı. Dil bilmeyen ve adaptasyon sorunu yaşayan İngiliz yıldıza soyunma odasında kapılarını ilk açan isim Borja Mayoral oldu. Saha içindeki futbol dili sayesinde Greenwood’u takıma hızla entegre eden Mayoral, arkadaşının üzerindeki baskıyı hafifleterek yeniden futbola odaklanmasını sağladı.

MAYORAL SÜREKLİ SAHİP ÇIKTI

Mayoral, İspanyol basınına verdiği demeçlerde Greenwood'a her fırsatta sahip çıktı. İspanyol forvet, "Mason iki ayağını da mükemmel kullanan, oyun görüşü çok yüksek bir oyuncu. Saha içinde onunla oynamak işimi çok kolaylaştırıyor" sözleriyle partnerini onurlandırmıştı. Greenwood ise sessizliğini koruduğu o dönemde, Mayoral gibi partnerlerin kendisini yeniden "evinde ve değerli" hissettirdiğini her fırsatta dile getirdi.

2026 Dünya Kupası yarı finallerinin ilk maçında Fransa ile İspanya, turnuvanın ilk finalisti olabilmek için karşı karşıya geliyor. Mücadele saat TSİ 22.00'de başladı.

Dünya Kupası Son 16 turunda Fransa ile İspanya, bu akşam karşılaşıyor.

FRANSA - İSPANYA MAÇI SAAT KAÇTA, HANGİ KANALDA?

Fransa - İspanya mücadelesi, 14 Temmuz Salı (bugün) saat 22.00’de başladı. Mücadele TRT 1 ve tabii platformlarından naklen yayınlanıyor.

FRANSA - İSPANYA MAÇI İLK 11'LER

Fransa: Maignan, Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne, Tchouameni, Rabiot, Olise, Barcola, Dembele, Mbappe.

İspanya: Unai Simon, Pedro Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella, Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Olmo, Yamal, Baena, Oyarzabal.

Şampiyonlar Ligi 2. ön eleme turunda Gornik eşleşmesi için UEFA listesinin teslimine saatler kala Fenerbahçe'de kaleci krizi kapıda... Ayrılmak isteyen Ederson ve Livakovic'in henüz kampa katılmamasıyla Górnik maçında kale Mert'e emanet edilecek gibi duruyor. Tarık'ın yedek kalma huzursuzluğu, Eğribayat'ın belirsizliği ve altyapıdan Engin Can'ın sürpriz listeye dahil edilme ihtimali sarı-lacivertlileri kritik bir yol ayrımına getirdi.

Fenerbahçe, Şampiyonlar Ligi 2. ön elemesindeki yüksek sesle dillendirilmese de kritik Górnik Zabrze maçı öncesi büyük bir kaleci kriziyle karşı karşıya... Sarı-lacivertliler, UEFA’ya bildireceği kadroyu yarın (16 Temmuz) teslim etmek zorunda. Ancak listede yer alacak üç kalecinin kim olacağı belirsizliğini koruyor.

Dünya Kupası'ndan uzun süre önce elenmelerine rağmen takıma katılmayan Ederson (Brezilya) ve Dominik Livakovic (Hırvatistan)adeta sırra kadem bastı. İki file bekçisi de takımdan ayrılmak istiyor.

Başkan Aziz Yıldırım, Ederson'u kalmaya ikna edebileceğini düşünse de tecrübeli eldiven, taraftar tepkisini öne sürerek Fenerbahçe defterini tamamen kapatmış gibi görünüyor.

Bu belirsizlik ortamında Górnik karşısında kaleyi Mert Günok'un korumasına kesin gözüyle bakılıyor. Öte yandan, geçtiğimiz sezon sözleşme yenileyen Tarık Çetin ise üçüncü kaleci konumuna düşmekten rahatsız olduğu için ayrılık formülleri arıyor.

Takımdan gönderilmesi gündemde olan İrfan Can Eğribayat için ise henüz resmi bir teklif bulunmuyor.

Kaledeki bu düğümü çözmek adına sürpriz bir formül masada. Fenerbahçe yönetimi, altyapı kontenjanını değerlendirerek genç kaleci Engin Can'ın adını üçüncü kaleci olarak UEFA listesine eklemeyi planlıyor.

In what is likely to be the first of many such lawsuits that target silicon valley bigwigs, a number of Meta employees who were recently laid off are now accusing an AI-powered algorithm for disproportionately targeting workers with pre-existing medical conditions. Around 26 Meta employees are now alleging that the tech giant relied on factors such as productivity and AI use in deciding which workers get axed, disadvantaging those who missed work due to medical complications As many as 26 Meta employees have now anonymously filed a lawsuit in a federal court in Oakland, California, accusing the company of disproportionately […]

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Amid all the problems that besiege Microsoft's Xbox division, the studio divestitures, the layoffs, the declining business, and even the loss of a few million Game Pass subscribers, lies one lingering question: what actually is Xbox? A platform or the biggest third-party publisher? Microsoft certainly tried its damnedest to confuse consumers with its constantly shifting strategy regarding first-party content, as well as the delirious "This Is an Xbox" campaign. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma quickly tossed it in the trash after taking over from Phil Spencer, seeking a return to the brand's core values. But even she admitted that there's a fundamental […]

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Intel has reportedly secured some big wins with its 18A, 14A, and EMIB process / advanced packaging technologies, signaling massive interest in its Foundry business. Tech Heavyweights Are Lining Up To See What Intel Foundry Has To Offer As 18A, 14A & EMIB Technologies See Heightened Interest TSMC has so far been the only semiconductor manufacturer to offer bleeding-edge processes and packaging technology, but Intel has quickly emerged as a fierce competitor. Intel has only launched its 18A node, which is already achieving volume ramp, and is working towards its more advanced 18A-P (In Risk Production) and 14A nodes (Risk […]

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If you’re wondering what actually happens when you decline the Samsung Health AI training consent prompt, here’s the short answer: your existing Samsung Health data won’t be deleted, and Samsung Cloud sync keeps working.

Samsung clarified that AI training data is collected and stored separately from your regular Samsung Health data and admitted the original in-app warning was worded misleadingly. Below is the full picture, including what’s still unclear.

What is the Samsung Health AI Training consent notice?

Earlier this week, Samsung Health began showing a popup titled “Consent to the Use of Health Data for AI Training and Modelling,” covering health and wellness data, medication data, health records, and cycle tracking data, via HowToGeek.

Disabling the toggle triggered a warning stating that doing so would stop cloud sync and delete data from Samsung’s servers language that sparked widespread backlash and confusion over whether users were being forced to trade their medical history for basic backup functionality.

What gets deleted if you decline?

According to Samsung’s updated clarification, data collected for AI training is stored apart from the health data that powers Samsung Health itself.

Withdraw consent, and only that AI-specific dataset stops being used and gets deleted your sleep logs, medication history, health records, and cycle tracking inside Samsung Health remain untouched.

No. SamMobile tested this directly after Samsung’s clarification: after withdrawing consent, Samsung Health continued syncing normally, and the Cloud sync toggle stayed enabled.

How to backup your Samsung Health data

It’s no longer urgent, but it’s still good practice, especially since Samsung says it’s “currently improving the notice text,” meaning the wording (and potentially the behavior) could shift again.

Go to Samsung Health > Settings > Download personal data and export a copy periodically regardless of your consent choice.

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TikTok will test detection for accounts posting AI-generated spam in politics, financial advice, and medical content, and has joined C2PA's steering committee.

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Shakur Stevenson is targeting four Americans, including and , after inking a multi-year deal with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing. The 29-year-old had been heavily linked to White’s promotional outfit for quite some time, with an announcement finally arriving via social media last week. This follows Stevenson’s dominant performance against Teofimo Lopez, who he dethroned with […]

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Back in April a rumor from Korea claimed that Samsung was redesigning the rears of the entire Galaxy S27 family, with the camera island being moved around in order for the company to be able to finally fit magnets for wireless charging to its flagship phones. A few days later the speculative render seen below emerged, purportedly showing the design of the Galaxy S27 Ultra (which is also expected to come with only three cameras). However, today a new rumor from Korea claims that Samsung hasn't decided anything yet. This source says all of the rumored designs (including the one...

Unlike the Pixel 11 lineup, the Pixel Watch 5 hasn't been the subject of many leaks. However, details about its pricing and color options leaked recently, and now the smartwatch has surfaced in official-looking press renders ahead of its expected debut on August 12. The Tide Chart, in collaboration with OnLeaks, has shared official-looking renders of the Pixel Watch 5, showcasing the smartwatch in four case finishes and two size options. Pixel Watch 5 45mm in Dark Anthracite and Pyrite Looking at the leaked renders, the Pixel Watch 5 appears to retain a design that's largely...

2026/2027-ci illər mövsümündə Azərbaycan Premyer Liqasında çıxış edəcək “Şəfa” yay təlim-məşq toplanışı çərçivəsində 5 yoxlama oyunu keçirəcək.

Arena.az xəbər verir ki, bu barədə paytaxt klubunun mətbuat xidməti məlumat yayıb.

Bakı təmsilçisinin ilk matçı iyulun 17-də “İmişli”yə qarşı olacaq. Zaur Həşimovun rəhbərlik etdiyi kollektiv iyulun 25-də Qəbələdə eyniadlı komandanın qonağı olacaq. İyulun 31-dəki sınaq oyunununda “Şəfa” “Araz-Naxçıvan”la üz-üzə gələcək.

Avqustun 7-də isə iki oyunun baş tutması planlaşdırılır. Səhər saatlarında “Neftçi-2” ilə üz-üzə gələcək komandanın axşamkı rəqibi isə “Qarabağ-2” olacaq.

Xatırladaq ki, paytaxt klubu ötən mövsüm Birinci Liqada çempionluq tituluna yiyələnib və Azərbaycan Premyer Liqasına birbaşa vəsiqə qazanıb. Öncədən komandanın yeni mövsümə Bakıda və Qəbələdə hazırlaşacağı açıqlanmışdı. Lakin sonradan hazırlıq planında dəyişiklik edilib. Qəbələdə keçirilməsi planlaşdırılan təlim-məşq toplanışı ləğv olunub. Bakı təmsilçisi hazırlığını paytaxtda davam etdirəcək.

Qvineyalı hücumçu Sidiki Şerif “Fənərbağça”dan ayrılmağa hazırlaşır.

Futbolpress.az xəbər verir ki, 19 yaşlı futbolçu komandanın baş məşqçisi İsmail Kartalın planlarında yer almır. Bu barədə Türkiyə mətbuatı məlumat yayıb.

İstanbul klubu Şerif üçün təklifləri dəyərləndirməyə qərar verib.

Bu ilin yanvarında heyətə cəlb edilən hücumçu “bülbüllər”lə Super Liqada 12 oyunda 2 qol vurub. Onun “transfermarkt”da dəyəri 18 milyon avrodur.

Multiple sources in Italy confirm Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic is ready to join Leeds United after the clubs agreed a €40m fee, with half going to Juventus.

Sky Sport Italia’s Gianluca Di Marzio, Fabrizio Romano and more all confirm the same details.

Muharemovic has chosen Leeds United

The centre-back had participated in the 2026 World Cup with Bosnia and Herzegovina this summer, and was widely expected to move on after two years at Sassuolo.

He made his way up from the Juventus youth academy and was sold to Sassuolo for just €2m in 2025 following the initial loan spell, but with the Bianconeri promised 50 per cent of the future sale fee.

It had been reported Juve considered bringing him back to base, as it would only cost them €18m instead of the €40m fee, but they preferred to just cash in on the sale.

Bournemouth and Sunderland were also strongly interested in Muharemovic, but the 23-year-old appears to be heading to Leeds United.

The central defender is expected in England over the next 48 hours to undergo a medical and sign the contract, once the final details have been ironed out.

Nicolò Zaniolo is refusing to train with Udinese after failing to agree a new contract, so there are reports he was offered to Milan over the last 24 hours.

The Italy international is in a rather odd situation, as he joined Udinese last summer on loan for €2.5m with option to buy for a further €5m, plus Galatasaray getting a 50 per cent cut of the future sale fee.

However, as it was a rushed job, it was done with the promise to re-evaluate his salary once the campaign was over.

That process is still happening, as Zaniolo has not been able to agree on a wage package with the Friulani.

Zaniolo pushing for Udinese exit

This week he was expected at pre-season training, but instead sent a medical certificate to excuse him from attending, a well-worn technique by players who are trying to force an exit.

Now Milan transfer expert Daniele Longo claims on his YouTube channel that Zaniolo’s entourage offered him to the Rossoneri for a summer swoop.

It remains to be seen if they are interested in a player who did have a good season, but also has a terrible injury record and hasn’t been able to find any consistency in recent years.

Since forcing the exit from Roma in February 2023, he has played for Galatasaray, Aston Villa, Atalanta, Fiorentina and Udinese.

The contract with Udinese technically runs to June 2029, so this could get ugly if a solution is not found soon for the 27-year-old.

He has also been linked with a return to the Stadio Olimpico, this time for Lazio.

Check out today’s Serie A transfer updates with Roma directors reportedly meeting the agents of Crysencio Summerville and Aston Villa’s warning to Juventus that Emiliano Martinez won’t leave.

It’s been another rather busy day for Serie A clubs, which are working to strengthen their teams for the 2026-27 campaign.

Serie A transfer news July 14, 2026

Roma are looking for new attackers and have already sent offers for both Alejandro Garnacho and Diego Moreira, according to Sky Sport Italia. The Giallorossi are also interested in West Ham’s Summerville and, according to Sportitalia, met the winger’s agent on Tuesday morning. Gazzetta claims that Brazilian talent Endrick is also among those monitored by Roma.

Juventus were previously linked with Roma’s Mile Svilar, although the Bianconeri’s main target in goal has always been Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez.

The Premier League club, however, have clearly stated today by their director, Damian Vidagany, that the Argentine is not for sale.

According to Gazzetta, the Bianconeri are preparing an offer to sign Franck Kessié as a free agent and have identified Folarin Balogun as a potential reinforcement in attack as they are struggling to reach an agreement with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani.

Multiple sources claim that Noussair Mazraoui is Milan’s main target to replace Pervis Estupinan, who has received an offer from Aston Villa. According to SportMediaset, Milan have demanded €18m for the Ecuador international.

According to Gazzetta, Milan remain interested in Antonio Silva, who has rejected a contract extension offer from Benfica. The Portuguese centre-back has attracted interest from Bournemouth as well.

Inter are still chasing a replacement for Denzel Dumfries, with Djed Spence and Nahuel Molina among their targets. Guela Doué is another right-back on their shortlist, but his club, Strasbourg, has requested over €35m.

Ederson, Napoli chasing Fiorentina defender and more news

Atalanta director Cristiano Giuntoli spoke for the first time about the collapsed Manchester United transfer for Ederson: “We were stunned,” he admitted. “He is happy to remain, and we are working on a new contract.”

According to Gazzetta, Sassuolo are interested in Daniel Maldini, who has returned to Atalanta after a six-month loan spell at Lazio.

Hamed Traoré has undergone his medical tests with Genoa today.

Ex-Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer has joined Club Brugge on a free transfer, signing a three-year deal.

The start of a new chapter.

Yann Sommer tekent tot 2029 bij Club! pic.twitter.com/MoHlQi2gA2

— Club Brugge KV (@ClubBrugge) July 14, 2026

Fiorentina have a verbal agreement to sign Real Madrid defender Víctor Valdepeñas, according to multiple sources, including Sky.

Napoli are interested in Fiorentina full-back Niccolò Fortini, according to Gazzetta.

Domenico Tedesco, Bologna’s coach, has said the club is “confident” that Riccardo Orsolini will sign a contract extension.

New Como signing Luis Milla: “Fabregas was very important in the choice to go to Como. I was glad he called me because of what he conveyed and his ambition to grow. I have high expectations. I could have arrived in January, but Getafe were not doing well, and it wasn’t the right time.”

Frosinone are close to signing Sebastiano Desplanches on loan from Palermo.

Serie A – Official done deals on July 14, 2026

Danilho Doekhi joins Lazio as a free agent

Felipe Jack from Como to Cremonese (Serie B) on loan

Lorenzo Gori from Frosinone to Grosseto (Serie C) on loan.

Matteo Agrimi from Lecce to Flaminia (Serie D) on a free transfer

Giuseppe Battimelli from Bologna to Lecco (Serie C) as a free agent

Maat Daniel Caprini from Fiorentina to Cesena (Serie B) on loan)

The bad news has already started for Roma before the season even kicks off, as Robinio Vaz has been ruled out for several weeks by a knee ligament injury.

The pre-season training only began this week at Trigoria under the guidance of coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

Last term was ruined by a series of injuries, almost all of them to the attacking players, and 2026-27 is starting on the same foot.

Robinio Vaz already injured for Roma

Multiple reports including Sky Sport Italia state that Robinio Vaz sustained a right knee injury during training today and has been diagnosed with a lesion to the collateral ligament.

It is not a very serious issue, but still enough to keep the Brazilian out of action for several weeks while Roma staff evaluate the development of his recovery.

The 19-year-old was purchased from Olympique Marseille in the January transfer window at a cost of €22m plus add-ons.

Vaz made 14 competitive appearances in the Giallorossi jersey, contributing one goal and two assists.

Milan stars Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot start for France in the World Cup semi-final against Spain, but Roma midfielder Manu Koné drops back to the bench.

It kicks off in Dallas at 20.00 UK time (21.00 CEST).

The winners will play either England or Argentina in the World Cup Final on July 19.

France have emerged as the undoubted favourites to win the trophy after a series of dominant performances in USA, Canada and Mexico, winning all six matches with 16 goals scored and just three conceded.

There is a change for Didier Deschamps, because while Roma midfielder Koné has been the breakout star of the competition for them, he is benched today in favour of fit again Aurelien Tchouaméni.

It means there are only two Serie A players in the starting XI, both representing Milan with goalkeeper Maignan and midfielder Rabiot.

Kylian Mbappé leads the way with support from Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembélé, but Bradley Barcola is preferred to Désiré Doué.

There are no Serie A players in the Spain squad, but after a dismal start with the shock 0-0 against Cape Verde, they’ve gone from strength to strength in this World Cup.

Unai Simon set a new record for most minutes without conceding at the World Cup, ended by Charles De Ketelaere in a 2-1 quarter-final win over Belgium.

They start the same line-up as that game, meaning late goal hero Mikel Merino is again going to come off the bench as a super-sub after scoring in the Round of 16 and the quarter-final.

Mikel Oyarzabal is top scorer with four goals, supported by Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Alex Baena.

Former Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz again pushes Pedri onto the bench.

France vs. Spain line-ups

France: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Digne; Tchouaméni, Rabiot; Dembélé, Olise, Barcola; Mbappé

Spain: Unai Simon; Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Fabian Ruiz; Yamal, Olmo, Baena; Oyarzabal

14-07-2026 20:00

Semi-final

AT&T Stadium

France

Spain

vs

Season Analytics

France

Positions

Spain

SEASON TOTAL

FRA HOME

4

0

0

6

0

0

Last matches

09-07-2026		Morocco	W	2 - 0
04-07-2026		Paraguay	W	0 - 1
30-06-2026		Sweden	W	3 - 0
26-06-2026		Norway	W	1 - 4
22-06-2026		Iraq	W	3 - 0

09-07-2026		Morocco	W	2 - 0
30-06-2026		Sweden	W	3 - 0
22-06-2026		Iraq	W	3 - 0
16-06-2026		Senegal	W	3 - 1

SEASON TOTAL

ESP AWAY

2

0

0

5

1

0

Last matches

	2 - 1	W	Belgium		10-07-2026
	0 - 1	W	Portugal		06-07-2026
	3 - 0	W	Austria		02-07-2026
	0 - 1	W	Uruguay		27-06-2026
	4 - 0	W	Saudi Arabia		21-06-2026

	0 - 1	W	Portugal		06-07-2026
	0 - 1	W	Uruguay		27-06-2026

France

Spain

Starting lineups

16

Mike Maignan

Goalkeeper

4

Dayot Upamecano

Defender

5

Jules Koundé

Defender

3

Lucas Digne

Defender

17

William Saliba

Defender

14

Adrien Rabiot

Midfielder

8

Aurélien Tchouaméni

Midfielder

11

Michael Olise

Midfielder

12

Bradley Barcola

Attacker

10

Kylian Mbappé

Attacker

7

Ousmane Dembélé

Attacker

23

Unai Simón

Goalkeeper

14

Aymeric Laporte

Defender

24

Marc Cucurella

Defender

22

Pau Cubarsí

Defender

12

Pedro Porro

Defender

15

Álex Baena

Midfielder

8

Fabián Ruiz

Midfielder

16

Rodri

Midfielder

10

Dani Olmo

Attacker

19

Lamine Yamal

Attacker

21

Mikel Oyarzabal

Attacker

Substitutes

19

Theo Hernández

Defender

13

N’Golo Kanté

Midfielder

15

Ibrahima Konaté

Defender

21

Lucas Hernández

Defender

24

Rayan Cherki

Attacker

2

Malo Gusto

Defender

25

Maghnes Akliouche

Midfielder

9

Marcus Thuram

Attacker

20

Désiré Doué

Midfielder

18

Warren Zaïre-Emery

Midfielder

1

Brice Samba

Goalkeeper

6

Manu Koné

Midfielder

22

Jean-Philippe Mateta

Attacker

26

Maxence Lacroix

Defender

23

Robin Risser

Goalkeeper

4

Eric García

Defender

7

Ferran Torres

Attacker

5

Marcos Llorente

Midfielder

3

Alejandro Grimaldo

Defender

26

Borja Iglesias

Attacker

6

Mikel Merino

Midfielder

18

Martín Zubimendi

Midfielder

20

Pedri

Midfielder

11

Yéremy Pino

Attacker

9

Gavi

Midfielder

1

David Raya

Goalkeeper

17

Nico Williams

Attacker

25

Víctor Muñoz

Attacker

13

Joan García

Goalkeeper

2

Marc Pubill

Defender

Luka Modric is increasingly likely to commit to a new one-year contract with Milan, claim reports, and could join their pre-season tour of Australia.

The midfielder turns 41 in September, and his contract with the Rossoneri expired on June 30.

He was focused on Croatia’s performance at the 2026 World Cup and is only now getting over the disappointment of their early exit.

Milan have won Modric over

According to Sky Sport Italia, the intensive courtship of directors and new coach Ruben Amorim helped convince Modric that he should continue this experience at San Siro for another year.

The player has never disguised his desire to one day play for the Rossoneri, who he grew up supporting when Zvonimir Boban was in the squad.

He is still on vacation, but would seem to be heavily leaning towards giving the all-clear to one more season.

If confirmed, Modric will join up with the squad during their pre-season tour of Australia, which begins on July 26.

Despite his age, the Ballon d’Or winner played 37 games for Milan last season, scoring two goals and providing three assists in 2,864 minutes of football.

It would’ve been more, but he was ruled out for two matches by a fractured cheekbone in April.

Manchester United have officially announced the arrival of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, with club chief Jason Wilcox explaining why they signed him.

The Belgium international shone for Aston Villa, and was previously also a star performer at Leicester City, with Man Utd director Wilcox praising him.

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Tielemans had been linked strongly with the Red Devils in the last few days, and it’s now been officially announced on ManUtd.com.

Wilcox is clearly delighted to bring Tielemans in, explaining three qualities he feels the 29-year-old will add to this United squad – composure, creativity, and leadership.

Jason Wilcox on Youri Tielemans transfer

“Youri has consistently been one of the most outstanding midfielders in the Premier League throughout the past seven years. He has all of the technical qualities, as well as the ambition and mentality, to thrive at Manchester United,” Wilcox said in a club statement.

“Youri’s consistency is exceptional, and he will add further composure, creativity and leadership to our squad. We are delighted to welcome a player of his influence and experience, both on the pitch and within the dressing room, as we continue to build a team ready to challenge for the biggest honours.

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Man United have added a top passer to their squad

Tielemans is not the youngest, and perhaps not always the most consistent performer, but there’s no doubt about the quality he brings when he’s really on form.

This is highlighted in United’s statement, which explains that the former Monaco youngster really excelled when it comes to line-breaking passes last season.

More Stories / Latest News

Official: Man Utd announce Youri Tielemans signing, club chief names 3 things he’ll add to the squad

Jul 14 2026, 19:02

“Looks absolutely fine” – positive update on England star’s availability for Argentina clash

Jul 14 2026, 18:46

Club director “stunned” by Manchester United transfer decision

Jul 14 2026, 18:15

United stated: “Amongst attackers and midfielders, Tielemans broke the most defensive lines per 100 passes in the Premier League as well as making the second most line-breaking passes under pressure.”

While that might not sound like the most eye-catching kind of detail, it’s a stat that managers love, and it will surely help the rest of this United team to shine even brighter next season.

This is the kind of quality on the ball that MUFC arguably didn’t have last season, and it should help Michael Carrick improve this team after he already did such a good job as interim manager.

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Declan Rice is looking better after a recent battle with a sickness bug that left him bed-ridden for three days, according to Sky Sports.

Watch below for a video update from England’s training base earlier today as Rice could be seen taking part in a session ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup semi-final clash against Argentina.

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France take on Spain in today’s first semi-final, and by tomorrow night we’ll know whether or not it’s England joining one of those two in this year’s World Cup final.

Luckily for England manager Thomas Tuchel, it now looks like he should have Arsenal midfielder Rice fit and available and in good condition to take on Argentina…

England are training for the final time before their World Cup semi-final with Argentina ???????

Declan Rice is with the squad, who looks to have fully recovered from illness ? pic.twitter.com/MeaoKiOnnz

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 14, 2026

The report explains that everyone is in England training now, apart from Jordan Henderson, who injured his arm in that freak incident celebrating the Three Lions’ victory over Mexico.

That’s encouraging, as there have also been some fitness concerns for Reece James during this tournament, so perhaps there’s now hope of him starting tomorrow night as well.

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Can England beat World Cup holders Argentina?

England face old rivals Argentina tomorrow and it’s sure to be their toughest test of the World Cup so far.

Tuchel’s side have shown remarkable character and resilience at times in this year’s competition, but they’ll really need to up their game once again if they are to get past Lionel Messi and co.

More Stories / Latest News

Official: Man Utd announce Youri Tielemans signing, club chief names 3 things he’ll add to the squad

Jul 14 2026, 19:02

“Looks absolutely fine” – positive update on England star’s availability for Argentina clash

Jul 14 2026, 18:46

Club director “stunned” by Manchester United transfer decision

Jul 14 2026, 18:15

Argentina are the reigning world champions and will no doubt be desperate to win the trophy again for what seems highly likely to be Messi’s last ever World Cup.

If England can get past Lionel Scaloni’s side, it’s a huge statement that they can go all the way and win this competition for the first time since 1966.

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Atalanta director Cristiano Giuntoli has admitted to being left “stunned” by Manchester United’s decision to pull the plug on the Ederson transfer.

The Red Devils had everything more or less done to sign Ederson from the Serie A club, before pulling out of the deal late on.

BBC Sport were among the outlets to report that this was due to an injury concern that came up during Ederson’s medical, though Atalanta have denied that there’s any problem with the player’s fitness.

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The Brazilian midfielder has been a star player for Atalanta, so they’ll surely be glad to keep him, with Giuntoli adding that they’re now working on tying him down to a new contract.

See below for Giuntoli’s response to Man Utd deciding against signing Ederson, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano on his X page…

??? Atalanta director Cristiano Giuntoli: “We were stunned [by Man United calling Ederson deall off]”.

“Now we are working on a new contract for him”. pic.twitter.com/mrTforgvsl

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 14, 2026

Romano posted: “Atalanta director Cristiano Giuntoli: “We were stunned [by Man United calling Ederson deall off]”. “Now we are working on a new contract for him”.”

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Will Manchester United live to regret Ederson transfer decision?

United clearly decided that signing Ederson wasn’t quite worth the gamble for one reason or another, and of course it would have been a big waste of money if they’d brought him in only to find that he wasn’t up to scratch fitness-wise, or ended up missing a lot of games through injury.

Still, Ederson looks like a top player and this surely won’t be the end of this summer’s saga, with other top clubs surely likely to also take a look at the 27-year-old.

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MUFC, meanwhile, have turned to other options, so they’ll hope that new signing Andrey Santos can prove a success, while Youri Tielemans looks like being next, according to the Athletic and others.

Santos and Tielemans are both Premier League-proven, which is a nice bonus to have when signing a player, but Ederson would have arrived more at ‘peak age’ than either of those two, and might arguably have acted as more of a level-raiser for this team.

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Villa Park, California native Andrew James Krodel attended the eponymously named high school in the district, lettering three years with the Spartans. In total, he hit .288/.356/.352 in 80 games and posted a 3.70 ERA in 98.1 innings, allowing 91 hits, walking 29, and striking out 90. The numbers, nor the fastball that hovered around 90 MPH, got him very little buzz in the baseball hot bed that is California and as such, the right-hander went uncalled in the 2023 MLB Draft, attending the University of California Santa Barbara that fall.

Krodel appeared in 3 games for the Gauchos in his freshman season, allowing 4 earned runs in 3.2 innings- a 9.82 ERA- giving up 2 hits, walking 3, and striking out 4. He pitched for the Cowlitz Black Bears of the West Coast League that summer and had a more impressive showing for himself, posting a 2.25 ERA in 24.0 innings over 7 games, allowing 17 hits, walking 13, and striking out 16. When he returned to Santa Barbara, head coach Checketts gave the sophomore a little more leeway, but his performance was still subpar. Appearing in 11 games, the right-hander posted a 6.18 ERA in 27.2 innings, allowing 23 hits, walking 17, and striking out 37.

That summer, Krodel supplemented his workload by pitching for a summer collegiate league, this time staying local and playing for the Santa Barbara Foresters of the California Collegiate League, playing with fellow 2026 draftee Aidan Keenan and 2025 Mets draft 13th rounder Frank Camarillo. Once again, against the competition there, the right-hander thrived, posting a 1.74 ERA in 31.0 innings over 7 starts, allowing 22 hits, walking 9, and striking out 44. Despite his success as a starter, pitching limited innings against an entire lineup, coach Checketts had the right-hander remain in the Gauchos bullpen for the 2026 season. The right-hander ended up appearing in 25 games and posting a 5.66 ERA in 35.0 innings, allowing 42 hits, walking 17, and striking out 42.

The 6’4”, 200-pound right-hander throws from a high-three-quarters arm slot with a long arm action through the back and above-average extension off the mound. The right-hander throws a four-pitch mix despite primarily pitching out of the bullpen, utilizing a two-seam fastball, slider, curveball, and circle changeup.

His two-seam fastball has below-average velocity, sitting in the low-90s and very rarely topping out much higher. Despite that, the pitch has been an effective offering thanks to its rare combination of below-average spin rates but above-average induced vertical break readings. Thanks to the active spin the baseball does get, the pitch produces seam shifted wake effects that causes it to appear to resist gravity while breaking arm-side, diving late.

Of the pitches he complements his unique fastball with, his circle changeup is likely the best of the bunch. Sitting in the low-to-mid-80s, the pitch has racked up strikeouts against left-handed hitters and right-handed hitters alike thanks to its extreme arm-side fade. His mid-to-high-70s curveball and high-70s-to-low-80s sweeping slider both show some promise, especially his slider, but are both are still very raw as pitches, relying more on overall movement than the sharpness of the break.

Just as batters have had a hard time dealing with the movement on his pitch mix, striking out at a 27.1% over his three years combined with the Gauchos, Krodel generally has trouble commanding his repertoire. The right-hander often misses his spots, leading to a high 12.1% walk rate over the course of his collegiate career, almost 5% higher than the MLB average. Being unable to command his pitches has often caused the right-hander to try to finesse them into the strike zone, often leading to pitches in hittable parts of the strike zone and disastrous results. Batters hit .263/.366/.435 against him with a .351 BABIP, with a poor 36.7% groundball rate, 15.3% line drive rate, 48.0% flyball rate, and 14.9% HR/FB rate.

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On most of the lists featuring the best available free agents left in the NHL, Anthony Mantha is in the top spot.

That has been true for at least a few days now, but despite that, the departing Pittsburgh Penguins winger hasn't found a contract yet.

It surely is coming, but it's taking its time.

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Why is Anthony Mantha still a free agent?

The Athletic's Josh Yohe offered this theory in a post on X on Tuesday:

"I have no doubt Anthony Mantha is still going to get paid plenty this summer. Had a great year. But I do wonder if his playoff showing — no goals, bad penalties, teammates literally suggesting that certain forwards weren’t good in front of Philly’s net — is costing him a bit."

It certainly wasn't the ideal ending for Mantha.

Alex Tuch went through a similar final phase in Buffalo but ended up getting a great deal in a sign-and-trade to the Washington Capitals. Mantha isn't on Tuch's level, but that should give him encouragement that there's still something out there.

For what it's worth, The Athletic's Chris Johnston projected Mantha to get a four-year contract worth about $24 million in total value earlier this offseason. Now? It's not as obvious.

"Mantha signed a prove-it contract with the Penguins last summer after recovering from a torn ACL in his right knee, and he proved it in a big way," Johnston wrote along with that projection. "Long viewed as a dangerous scorer with an excellent shot who struggled to put it all together, Mantha struck for a career-best 33 goals and 64 points. The only sour note came from a rough playoff performance, which included just one point (an assist) in six games, but that shouldn’t overshadow the fact that Mantha reestablished himself as an offensively gifted winger."

Mantha isn't expected to return to Pittsburgh, although the Penguins do still have some money to spend.

It feels like a deal should come sooner rather than later, but at the moment, Mantha is being forced to be patient.

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Summer is here, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Vikings fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Minnesota. 

Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Vikings, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Vikings fans can be the most informed fans. 

So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.

Film

• Northern Arizona
• TCU

Background Info

• Listed at 6-2/205 lbs. 
• 4-Star prospect according to 247 Sports
• Transferred from Michigan State to Arizona State to LSU
• Oregon Gatorade Player of the Year in high school
• MaxPreps Oregon High School Player of the Year
• Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year in 2024
• Second-team All-Big 12 in 2024

Notable career stats heading into 2026

• 20 Starts
• 612 Pass attempts
• 4,652 Passing yards
• 7.7 Yards per attempt

Notable numbers from PFF heading into 2026

• 32 Big-time throws
• 2.6 Turnover worthy play rate
• Average depth of target is 9.3 yards
• 71% Adjusted completion percentage

Strengths

• Arm strength is his top trait
• Can make plays out of nothing 
• Keeps his eyes downfield and look to push it 
• Uses his mobility to evade pressure
• Puts good zip on his passes to make them into tight windows

Player Summary

Sam Leavitt is a very unpolished piece of diamond that is beneath the harshness of his game on film. The arm talent cannot be questioned; he is able to make throws to every level of the field, but it can still be very erratic. What we need to see more of is that arm talent in much calmer situations. LSU has a better offensive line, Lane Kiffin has a better system, and it should all allow him to be able to take a big step. However, the play we saw at Arizona State is not yet that of a top prospect in a loaded class. 

This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: 2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Sam Leavitt, QB, LSU

The latest Brotherhood Podcast is out, and this time, Dame Sarr is interviewing Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje.

It makes sense, because both guys came through FC Barcelona, so they get to compare notes on that, and on how Duke found them.

And check out what Boumtje Boumtje said when Sarr asked him what he liked to do outside of basketball. Duke fans (and the coaching staff) are going to love this:

“I mean, I’m really chill. Like, I just live and breathe basketball. My mom’s always telling me I need to find hobbies.

“Like, if I’m not playing basketball, I’m watching basketball or, like, coaching my little brother through basketball or something. So I enjoy, like, even just like the go-karting we did last week. That’s kind of stuff I really love.”

It sounds like he’s going to fit right in.

By the way, Boumtje Boumtje makes it clear at the top that he prefers to be called JoJo, so JoJo it is.

By the way #2: he mentions coaching his little brother, Robert, now 14. No idea if he’s a significant talent yet, but there may be another Boumtje Boumtje on the way.

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The first act of the World Cup semi-finals takes place today. France and Spain are battling for a place in the World Cup final. But which 22 players will start the blockbuster in Dallas?

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has decided to make personnel changes compared to the quarter-final. As a result, Barça star Pedri (market value: €150 million) is once again only on the bench. 

France, on the other hand, sees Didier Deschamps make a slight change in attack. One PSG star for another PSG star. Bradley Barcola replaces Désiré Doué, and Aurélien Tchouaméni also returns to the French starting XI. Manu Koné makes way for him.

Kylian Mbappé, who was taken off carrying a knock in the quarter-final, has recovered in time and will lead Les Bleus onto the pitch as captain. 

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Dana White’s “Contender Series” will mark its tenth season when the talent-discovery show returns on Aug. 11 at 8 p.m. ET on Paramount+ from inside Meta Apex in Las Vegas. For those of you unfamiliar with the format, it’s sort of like The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) without the alcohol or protracted drama. Handpicked prospects are given one night to compete, though performances can sometimes trump results.

Be Joe Pyfer!

Contender Series has produced multiple UFC champions including Sean O’Malley, Jack Della Maddalena, and Carlos Ulberg, among others. It’s also given rise to some exciting prospects like Quillan Salkilld, Payton Talbott, Jean Silva, Carlos Prates, Josh Hokit, Mauricio Ruffy, and Kevin Holland. Over 300 contracts have been issued since the inaugural season back in summer 2017.

“When we put on fights now, these fights start trending worldwide like our pay-per-views do or our big fights,” White said back in 2022. “So, it’s never happened until this season where like tonight during that fight we were trending No. 4. We got up to No. 4 tonight worldwide. This just started this season. This will eventually, it should be, and eventually will be on ESPN the network.”

ESPN+ walked so that Paramount+ could run.

Alone on his planet.

This Tuesday evening, for the 2026 World Cup semi-final against Spain, Kylian Mbappé will once again start in the lineup.

This will therefore be his 21st World Cup appearance. In doing so, he overtakes Hugo Lloris, who until now had shared the record with 20 caps.

Even more incredible, France have never lost a World Cup match in the 18 games where Kylian Mbappé started (17 wins, 1 draw). According to Opta, this is quite simply a competition record.

Will the streak continue tonight?

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Rory McIlroy has shared his thoughts on the current major championship schedule and admitted that he would not mind it being extended ahead of the Open Championship this week at Royal Birkendale.

The Northern Irishman is one of only seven golfers to ever win a career grand slam of the PGA Championship, the US Open, The Open and The Masters. He has won the PGA and The Masters twice for good measure, putting him alongside Nick Faldo as the most successful European golfers ever.

The current major schedule lasts four months, having been compressed seven yeas ago when the PGA Championship was brough forward from August to May. McIlroy has enjoyed success in both of these eras, but his most abundantly successful period was from 2011-2014 when he won four majors, and this has perhaps swayed his judgement on requesting the championships are more spread out and also a benefit for engagement in the sport.

“I'd like to see the major season spread out ⁠a little bit longer,” McIlroy proposed. “The Masters is ​always ⁠going to have the build-up, but I think then PGA into US Open, US Open into here, it just seems ⁠like it's very, very quick.

“From a player perspective, if you get on a bit of a run, it's nice to be playing well and go from one straight into the next but for the sport as a whole and for, I guess, the general interest in the game, obviously I can see the positives in the major season being stretched out a little bit longer.”

Whilst on the hunt for his seventh major ahead of this Open Championship, McIlroy has also been confronted with his own mortality, the sum of his success and what he believes that leaves behind as a legacy. McIlroy gave a stark response when asked by a reporter, saying that the pursuit of records is no way to live as an athlete and that legacy is only meaningful to those who get to see it.

“I don’t really care, McIlroy responded. “I would like to think that the people that love and care about me think a certain way of me, but I’ll be long gone. I’ll be dead.

“I don’t think I’ll be seeing what people say about me. I’ll be six feet under. I don’t think I’ll be a ghost. I think it would be a pretty unfulfilling pursuit if you’re just chasing records and results. You have to enjoy the journey to get there. I’ve learned that the hard way at times by chasing results and records too much.”

PA contributed to this report

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The halfway point of the MLB season is here, as the All-Star Break is in full force. Tonight, the main festivity, the All-Star game, will be played, and then all teams get a couple days off to rest. 

Going into this break, the hottest team in baseball was the Boston Red Sox. Before their run, they were supposed to be sellers at the deadline, but now, it seems the opposite may be true.

Boston was on fire

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Before their run, the Red Sox were 32-46, and had just lost a series to the Colorado Rockies, the actual worst team in baseball. It seems that causes a snap in the team’s mentality, as they decided they were done losing for the most part.

From then on, they swept their eternal rivals, the New York Yankees, in a four game series. They then lost a series to the Washington Nationals, in which they finally decided losing wasn’t an option anymore. 

They then went on a nine game road trip, against the Los Angeles Angels, the Chicago White Sox, and the New York Mets. They swept all three series, ending with a record of 14-2 and four sweeps. The craziest part is that two of the sweeps were against the second and third-best AL teams in the Yankees and White Sox

Selling isn’t likely

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With all that in mind, the idea that Boston will sell at the deadline doesn’t make sense. Even analysts and insiders don’t see it as likely; MassLive’s Chris Cotillo believes guys like Sonny Gray, Aroldis Chapman, and all the other candidates to be traded don’t seem like goners anymore.

Even MLB insider Ken Rosenthal believes the Sox have no chance of being sellers. He also points out that Boston’s GM Craig Breslow has been under fire for a long time, and if he were to sell, it might be the final nail in the coffin for his time as GM.

Who should they pursue?

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So, being buyers seems like the avenue they will take. The question is, who should they target? Jeremy Peña is a strong candidate, as he brings defense and a swing built for Fenway Park.

If Boston wants to upgrade the catcher position, which has been shaky this season, getting a guy like Adley Rutschman from a cracking division rival in the Baltimore Orioles might be good. They also already have a second franchise catcher in Samuel Basallo, so getting Rutschman might not be hard. 

Hopefully, Boston uses this break to formulate some trade proposals, and get cracking on talking with other teams before the August 3rd deadline.

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Could Carolina Panthers receiver Xavier Legette be sent out east? (Or, technically, further down south?)

Moe Moton of Bleacher Report cooked up that scenario on Tuesday, in an article where he suggests one trade each NFL team should make before the start of the upcoming campaign. One of Moton's swaps sends Legette to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a mid-round 2027 draft pick.

He writes:

Based on overall career production, the Dolphins have the worst wide receiver corps. If they want to see quarterback Malik Willis make strides as a first-time, full-time starter, the club should look to bolster its pass-catching group. Miami could inquire about Legette, who may need a change of scenery.

Through two seasons, Legette has caught 84 passes for 860 yards and seven touchdowns in 31 contests. As a former first-round pick, he's underwhelmed, but a new opportunity to be the No. 1 wideout in Miami could lead to increased production.

As Moton notes, Carolina selected Legette as a first-rounder back in 2024—with that year's 32nd overall pick. But he hasn't lived up to that investment, having struggled with drops and spacial awareness over his first two pro seasons.

2025 proved to be a harsh reality check for the former University of South Carolina star, who was passed in the pecking order by the team's newer first-round wideout and eventual Offensive Rookie of the Year Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker–an undrafted signee from Legette's class. Legette saw his on-field presence decrease down the stretch last year, and appeared in a career-low 31.4 percent of offensive snaps during Carolina's (very meaningful) regular-season finale against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

If Legette fails to find his footing this summer, perhaps the Panthers may be inclined to cut their losses and move on from the struggling 25-year-old.

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The top of the 2026 NBA Draft class showed up and showed out in Las Vegas. AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson headlined on Thursday and the very next night, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson brought their Tobacco Road rivalry to the pros in a game that came down to the final possession.

With Dybantsa and Wilson already looking capped after two games, Boozer playing four games across Salt Lake City and Vegas, and Peterson getting rested on a back-to-back, there's a real chance we won't see the top of this class again until training camp. So here's where the top four stand following Monday's action in Vegas.

1. Caleb Wilson - PF, Chicago Bulls

Wilson opened with the best scoring debut in Las Vegas Summer League history — 35 points, five rebounds, two steals and three blocks — then topped the shot-blocking output Monday, going for 19 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and five blocks in a loss to Utah. That's four steals and eight blocks combined through two Vegas games, an elite profile of stocks that's the real separator here. The most unexpected development has been Wilson’s 3-point shooting. He attempted 19 3s across two games, hitting 10. That's huge for his fantasy value.

Wilson led UNC in points, rebounds, steals and blocks last season, and Vegas confirmed the multi-category translation is real. The turnovers are a flag (six in the opener, four in the second one) and his free-throw shooting needs work. You have to remember that the Bulls don't have a true PG on their Summer League roster, which is forcing Wilson to create more than he normally would. As for free throws, he hit them at 71% at UNC. Not bad, not great. But he's clearly working on his shot, as evidenced by his quick addition of the 3-ball to his arsenal. He's my No. 1, specifically because he touches the most category boxes, and I think he could leap Bulls SF Matas Buzelis as the second option already, behind Josh Giddey.

2. Cameron Boozer - PF, Memphis Grizzlies

Boozer has been the model of consistency all summer. He opened Salt Lake City with 15 points on 7-of-11 shooting, followed with an 18-point game hitting 4-of-5 from 3, punctuated his Vegas debut with 23 points in a win over Chicago, then added 21 points, eight rebounds, three assists and three steals in Monday's loss to Dallas. Through four games, Boozers is averaging 19.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.2 steals, 2.0 3s and 3.0 turnovers per game. The efficiency — 55% from the field, 47% from three, and 77% from the line — along with the counting stats, is where he excels in fantasy.

Boozer is a safe, high-floor fantasy asset because of his elite efficiency, but it's the playmaking and steals that will raise his ceiling. As Vegas showed, he'll get creation opportunities as a hub thanks to his high basketball IQ, processing and ability to make the right reads at just 18 years old. He's going to start and has the skillset to be the top rookie in 9-cat formats. The Grizzlies' rebuilding situation gives him ideal conditions to produce since they overhauled their roster with no true primary option. Boozer's well-rounded game at his position makes him a strong fantasy option; Wilson simply has the louder ceiling.

3. AJ Dybantsa - SF, Washington Wizards

The No. 1 overall pick delivered from the jump, tying the Summer League record for points by a debuting No. 1 pick with 27 points, seven rebounds, two assists two steals and one block, then following up with 23 points and seven rebounds, two assists, three steals and two blocks in a win over Sacramento on Sunday. He looked unguardable in the sense that he got downhill with ease, drew arguably more fouls than anyone in Vegas and looked every bit the part of a future star. The shot-making wasn't there (13-33 FG), but the ability to find other ways to impact the game is why Dybantsa is special. Seeing him lock in defensively was great, especially knowing he'll be able to jump passing lanes and be a disruptor with Alex Sarr and Anthony Davis on the backline.

With lottery picks typically capped around two Summer League appearances, there's a real chance we've already seen the extent of Dybantsa's summer. He gave us the alpha-scorer profile that made him the top pick, and I think he'll comfortably fit into the starting lineup. I think he'll be better for points leagues than for 9-cat, because, initially, most of his fantasy value will come from scoring and rebounding. If the defense carries over from Summer League, well, that could change. Competing for shots with Trae Young, AD and Sarr may also pose a challenge out the gate.

4. Darryn Peterson - SG, Utah Jazz

Peterson has been a bucket all summer, scoring at least 20 points in all four Summer League appearances (including Salt Lake City), averaging 25 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 2.5 3s, 1.0 steals, 1.2 blocks, and 5.0 turnovers in 27.1 minutes per game. BUCKETS.

What stood out most? Seeing him get extended on-ball reps in both Salt Lake City and Vegas. At Kansas, his role was primarily off-ball, so this was our first real look at his ability as a ball-handler and creator since high school. I attribute the high volume of turnovers (two games with 8 turnovers) to the usage in trying to feel out a new role. The Jazz clearly see him as more than just a scoring threat — they're giving him the keys to create, and he proved he can deliver as both a walking bucket and a playmaker. Defensively, his activity and blocks jumped out as well, showing energy on both ends.

For fantasy managers, it's important to note that his Summer League usage and volume won't fully translate once he's sharing the floor with Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. The Jazz have plenty of depth, so while DP will be productive, his ceiling is capped by the environment. He's the most talented pure scorer in the group, but that doesn't mean he'll be the best fantasy option at the moment.

Final impressions

Wilson's stat-stuffing floor, Boozer's efficiency, Dybantsa's scoring pedigree and Peterson's shot-making all have paths to fantasy relevance — this is about early separation, not final verdicts, especially with Summer League reps for this group possibly already in the books. Check back for the full dynasty rankings soon.

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have plenty of vested interest over the next two summers' worth of international hoops. The United States Men's National Basketball Team will have a new cast of faces manning the sidelines and coaching them up.

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra will coach Team USA through 2028. That consists of the 2027 FIBA World Cup and 2028 Olympics. Crafting his coaching staff, Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault will reportedly be an assistant, per ESPN's Shams Charania. Other Team USA assistants include the Pistons' JB Bickerstaff and Gonzaga's Mark Few.

Per usual, the United States should enter as heavy favorites to win gold at both international tournaments. The country has dominated the basketball scene for decades now. Now, Daigneault gets to add his to his already-stacked resume. He's universally viewed as one of the sharpest minds in the NBA. So not a shocker to see Spoelstra want to add him.

It'll be interesting to see if Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren suit up for Team USA in this go-around. Both are amid their basketball primes. They've also taken the right steps to be part of the team. If so, the Thunder will have plenty of representation at the international stage.

USA Basketball is expected to name Oklahoma City's Mark Daigneault, Detroit's JB Bickerstaff and Gonzaga's Mark Few as assistant coaches for national team coach Erik Spoelstra's staff, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/fLD5EQNlxe

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 14, 2026

This article originally appeared on OKC Thunder Wire: Report: Mark Daigneault joins Team USA's coaching staff

Manchester United have completed the signing of Belgium international Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa after triggering the £35 million release clause in his contract.

The 29-year-old midfielder has signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford, becoming United's third signing of the summer and continuing Michael Carrick's overhaul of the club's midfield.

Tielemans arrives after three impressive seasons at Aston Villa, where he made 134 appearances and played a key role in last season's Europa League triumph. The Belgian scored the opening goal in Villa's final victory over Freiburg and also contributed seven assists during the campaign.

The experienced midfielder has also enjoyed success with Leicester City, winning both the FA Cup and Community Shield before his move to Villa Park.

Tielemans joins Andrey Santos and goalkeeper Karl Darlow as United's latest additions ahead of the new campaign, with the club determined to strengthen after returning to the Champions League.

On the international stage, Tielemans has earned 90 caps for Belgium and captained his country during this summer's World Cup, scoring twice as the Red Devils reached the quarter-finals.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are running it back with Aaron Rodgers as the starting QB for the 2026 NFL season.

To make that work as good as it can, they will have to be sure to keep Rodgers upright. A new left tackle could help do that.

With that in mind, Bleacher Report's Moe Moton has an idea in a new article: Trade for Walker Little.

The 6-foot-7 Little is with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and Moton thinks he'd cost a mid-round 2027 draft pick for the Steelers to acquire him.

"The Steelers have options at left tackle while Broderick Jones recovers from a neck injury," Moton writes. "They can slide right tackle Troy Fautanu to the left side, as the team did during the spring, or attempt to fast-track rookie first-rounder Max Iheanachor's ascension into a starting role. General manager Omar Khan should consider a third option: trading for Little, who lost the Jaguars' starting left tackle position to Cole Van Lanen last season."

MORE: Darnell Washington hopes to lose a lot of weight

Iheanachor has a ton of physical talent, but it might be smart for the Steelers to let him watch and learn a bit first.

Little was a second-round pick in 2021 out of Stanford.

Through five seasons with the Jags, he has played in 70 games, including starts in 39 of them.

Little is originally from Houston, Texas, and he just turned 27 years old on April 1.

He wouldn't have to be a long-term success for this to be a reasonable deal for the Steelers, who are sort of in a one-year window at the moment anyway given Rodgers' presence at QB.

If Little makes the offensive line better in 2026, then it's a trade worth making.

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49ers triplets ranking flatters a roster that has quietly fallen apart around Brock Purdy originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Eighth place sounds respectable until you examine what the San Francisco 49ers are actually putting around their quarterback. CBS Sports analyst Jared Dubin's annual offensive triplets rankings placed the 49ers at No. 8 overall, pairing Brock Purdy with running back Christian McCaffrey and newly signed wide receiver Mike Evans.

That number has not moved in a year, making San Francisco one of only two franchises to hold the exact same position on the list, alongside the last-ranked Cleveland Browns. Stability in a ranking is not inherently meaningful, but the circumstances producing that stability have changed significantly.

McCaffrey totaled 2,126 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns last season, numbers that look impressive in isolation. His 3.9 yards per carry, however, was the lowest average he had posted since a three-game 2020 campaign, and San Francisco's overall rushing attack ranked 30th out of 32 teams in yards per carry.

A franchise that constructed its offensive identity around a suffocating ground game is now running the ball at near-league-worst efficiency. Evans, who replaces tight end George Kittle after the latter suffered a torn Achilles, managed only eight appearances for Tampa Bay last season before hamstring and clavicle injuries ended his year.

Purdy himself missed all but nine games with turf toe. Three of the four skill-position starters entered 2026 either coming off injury or operating past their peak production window. Dubin himself acknowledged the difficulty, noting the need to account for injury concerns and the persistent challenge of separating individual talent from Shanahan's offensive framework.

Shanahan's Personnel Calls Have Left the 49ers' Offensive Foundation Crumbling

The debate over how much credit Brock Purdy deserves versus how much belongs to Kyle Shanahan has followed this franchise for three seasons. NFL coaches and executives recently submitted their top-10 quarterback rankings and excluded Purdy entirely, a decision that reflects a wider belief that his production is more scheme-dependent than skill-driven.

That belief has legitimate grounding. Jimmy Garoppolo played at a borderline top-10 level inside this system before falling to backup status after departing for Las Vegas. Mac Jones, dismissed as a failure in New England and Jacksonville, ranked 10th in QBR across eight starts last season, operating within the same framework. The pattern Shanahan creates is real.

What has changed is the quality of the environment Shanahan is now building around Purdy. Brandon Aiyuk's relationship with the organization collapsed before his guarantees were voided, with Evans, 32, brought in as the replacement. Kittle received a long-term extension and is now recovering from an Achilles tear in his 30s. McCaffrey, also extended, is running at a career-low efficiency.

The play-action passing game that once made Purdy's reads straightforward depended entirely on defenses fearing McCaffrey in the open field. With the run game ranked 30th nationally, that fear no longer exists.

Purdy led the team in rushing during San Francisco's playoff elimination against Seattle, a detail that captures exactly how far the offensive structure has drifted from its original design. Within the NFC West, the Rams ranked second overall in triplets behind only Cincinnati, with Stafford, Kyren Williams, and Puka Nacua forming a considerably healthier trio heading into the new season.

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Erik Spoelstra's USA Basketball staff is expected to include Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault, Detroit Pistons head coach JB Bickerstaff and Gonzaga head coach Mark Few, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Tuesday.

Spoelstra is spearheading the prolific USA Basketball men’s national team this Olympic cycle. The longtime Miami Heat frontman was handed the keys to the national squad last October. He was appointed head coach of the team through 2028 by USA Basketball men’s national team managing director Grant Hill, a Basketball Hall of Famer who won gold at the 1996 Games in Atlanta.

Spoelstra’s staff will be tasked with helping a star-studded American crew defend its status as the best in the world on home soil, with the 2028 Olympics taking place in Los Angeles. The men’s national team has collected five straight gold medals.

This story is being updated.

For months, Washington Commanders rumors have linked the team to making a move for another wide receiver. Terry McLaurin is undoubtedly a No. 1 option, but after him, Jayden Daniels doesn’t have someone he can consistently rely on.

The Commanders did select Antonio Williams with a third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. But rookies are a crapshoot; one never knows whether they can be counted on until the footballs start flying through the air. If Washington wants to avoid another disaster season we saw a year ago, they may want to strengthen the depth chart at the receiver position.

Commanders Not Expected to Add Brandon Aiyuk

The one player who’s been most frequently linked to the Commanders is former Second-Team All-Pro Brandon Aiyuk. While he’s still under contract with the San Francisco 49ers, Aiyuk’s college quarterback at Arizona State was Daniels, but that connection alone may not be strong enough to spur a reunion.

Recently, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler advised Commanders fans not to wait on Aiyuk this offseason. Because chances are, he won’t be joining the team after his string of concerning social media posts.

"I think that there's value in Stefon Diggs. … A veteran receiver in some role, a team that's good with a quarterback that can handle him."@tthasselbeck and @JFowlerESPN weigh in on Stefon Diggs finding the best fit during free agency 🏈 pic.twitter.com/aR0w1rapaJ

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) July 13, 2026

Aiyuk didn’t play any snaps last season. He’s currently working his way back (but appears to be 100% healthy) from a serious knee injury that limited him to just seven games in 2024. He’s since had surgery to repair his ACL, MCL, and meniscus, and is still just 28 years old. Yet, as noted, Aiyuk is still under contract in San Francisco and not exactly in anyone’s good graces. Meanwhile, the Commanders could still add a different playmaking veteran receiver.

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Commanders Could Pivot to Stefon Diggs

While Aiyuk is likely out of the picture, the Commanders may still be able to upgrade their receiving corps before training camp kicks off. One name who’s still out there is Stefon Diggs, and he’s coming off his seventh 1,000-yard season in the past eight years. Plus, Diggs is a Maryland native.

Add it all up, and Fowler suggested that the Commanders could turn to Diggs rather than Aiyuk to provide a boost, and there could be a mutual interest.

“I’m hearing he’s gonna have a market closer to training camp. I was told that at least five teams that need a wide receiver have been checking in. I’m looking to the DMV; that’s where he’s from. Commanders certainly need a receiver. I think they’re looking for more a speed option at this point, we’ll see.”

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LAS VEGAS -- The Philadelphia 76ers were able to add to their center depth behind big man Joel Embiid in free agency. While the Sixers already had Adem Bona to give Embiid a break, they still needed some legitimate size at the position to anchor the bench unit.

President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey and the front office identified Ariel Hukporti as a guy who can step in and really help in that area. A legitimate 7-feet tall, Hukporti is an unproven player after two seasons with the New York Knicks, but he has averaged 2.1 blocks per 36 minutes in his career and will look to make a name for himself in Philadelphia for coach Nick Nurse and Co.

"I think the biggest thing is he can run," Nurse said in Las Vegas. "He's really big. Like, he's legit center size, and he can really run. I think, again, like you guys hear me say this all the time, and hopefully you won't have too much more--we got to be able to get back and get our defense set up, and I don't think we were able to do that well enough the last two years. I think just another guy that can run, another athlete, we're gonna have to do a good job of figuring how else he fits in, but he's got legit center size and plays pretty hard."

Hukporti has been behind both Mitchell Robinson and Karl-Anthony Towns while with the Knicks, but should receive more playing time in Philadelphia. When considering Embiid's injury history as well as Bona not yet sealing that backup big man spot for his own, it offers a chance for Hukporti to step in and give the Sixers some real production and good minutes at that spot.

"I mean, you see him play a little bit here and there," Nurse finished. "He's effective in his limited minutes. Can we grow him? And can he be more effective in extended minutes? Can he battle Bona for that position? Or who's going to start if Joel’s not playing all that stuff? I think that's all in play as of now. Although Bona looked really good last week in his Turkish games, really good. So I think he'll have his hands full battling Bona."

It remains to be seen, but it's obvious that there will be a training camp battle when September rolls around for Nurse, Hukporti, and the Sixers.

This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: Nick Nurse evaluates Sixers adding Ariel Hukporti in free agency

LaMelo Ball breaks the internet with eye-catching Minnesota sighting originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

LaMelo Ball is starting a new chapter this offseason, and people are taking notice. He just finished his sixth year with the Charlotte Hornets, averaging 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds over 72 games. It was his healthiest season in years after injuries derailed his previous three campaigns. 

Despite the bounce-back year, the Hornets traded him. They sent Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid and a heavy package of draft picks. Now, Ball joins Anthony Edwards in a revamped Timberwolves backcourt designed to push Minnesota past the conference finals.

Off the court, Ball is settling into his new city loudly. A video making the rounds, shared by NBACentral on X with the caption "LaMelo's new Cybertruck has hit the streets of Minnesota," shows Ball's fully customized Tesla Cybertruck cruising through town. 

LaMelo’s new Cybertruck has hit the streets of Minnesota 🔥

(h/t @SnapshotKyle ) pic.twitter.com/ZpzDhzcwRz

— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) July 14, 2026

The truck completely replaces the standard factory look. It features a matte black wrap, custom red wheels, red underglow lights, and his personal "LF" logo on the back panel. Inside, the red theme continues with custom seats, matching LED dash lights, and branded floor mats.

Fans flooded the replies as soon as the video dropped. 

One wrote, "That thing looks like it drove straight out of a video game, the wheel wells alone are unreal." 

Another added, "LaMelo really treats every arrival like a video game cutscene." 

A third joked, "At least somebody will get ran over in a cool car." 

The fourth viewer penned, "14-year-old Elon stans everywhere are losing their minds."

This is classic LaMelo. He has spent years turning heads at arenas with custom sneakers and unique outfits, and now he is bringing that same style to Minneapolis.

The customized Tesla Cybertruck is not his only vehicle to hit town. Just days earlier, Ball showed off a matte all-black Mercedes-AMG G-Wagon. Like the truck, the SUV features his signature "LF" logo embroidered on the headrests and custom blacked-out wheels.

These vehicles join an already famous luxury car collection that includes a neon yellow Rolls-Royce Cullinan, an all-red Lamborghini Urus, and a bright yellow Ferrari F8 Tributo supercar. 

No matter what the Timberwolves' championship odds look like when training camp starts, Ball has made it clear his car collection will be part of the story up north.

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Ipswich Town have announced the signings of winger Ava Baker and defender Kenzie Weir.

The Tractor Girls announced the signings via posts on their official club website earlier today.

Ipswich Town confirmed Baker’s arrival first. The 20-year-old winger will spend the 2026/2027 season on loan from Birmingham City. Baker spent the second half of last season on loan at Ipswich Town. She made nine appearances for the Sussex side, scoring one goal. Baker helped Ipswich Town successfully retain their Barclays WSL2 status for another year following their promotion to the division at the end of the 2024/2025 campaign.

Ipswich Town’s second deal of the day saw defender Weir return to the club. The 22-year-old has joined Ipswich Town on a permanent deal from Everton. Like Baker, Weir also spent the second half of last season on loan with The Tractor Girls. She made five appearances for Ipswich Town in which she scored two goals. Weir will be hoping to carry her momentum into her permanent spell with the club.

Ipswich Town have now added 10 new faces to their squad this summer. The Tractor Girls have assembled a strong squad which should perform well in Barclays WSL2 once the new season gets underway.

Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has sealed an emotional transfer as he approaches the final moments of his professional career.

United spell

Herrera joined United from Athletic Club in the summer of 2014 for around €36m. United triggered his release clause.

He spent five seasons at the club, making 189 appearances. The Spaniard scored 20 goals in that period, 12 of which came in the Premier League.

Herrera achieved cult-hero status at United, endearing himself to supporters with his tireless work ethic and sheer passion. Negotiations over a contract extension were held, but they broke down and he eventually departed on a free transfer.

He joined Paris Saint-Germain in the French capital. There, he was a solid squad player, providing quality depth in the middle of the park. Injuries and competition limited his starts at times but he contributed to domestic dominance.

The player then returned to Athletic Club before transferring to Boca Juniors in Argentina. Last month, it was confirmed that he had parted ways with Boca by mutual consent.

Now, Real Zaragoza, Herrera’s boyhood club, have confirmed that he has sealed an emotional return to the side.

Full circle

Herrera started out at Zaragoza, working his way up from the youth team before landing a move to Athletic Club.

Zaragoza have announced that the veteran midfielder has signed a one-year contract. Herrera will help them compete in Spain’s third division as they look to earn promotion.

He makes his return to the Primera Federación, 15 years on from his departure, in what is expected to be his last campaign in the game.

Zaragoza say, “Now, with nearly 600 professional appearances under his belt, Ander returns home to Real Zaragoza. The club is incredibly excited about this high-caliber addition for the upcoming season in the Primera Federación.”

“Welcome, Ander!”

The 36-year-old helped United win the FA Cup, the Community Shield, the League Cup, and the 2016/17 UEFA Europa League, adding to his trophy cabinet.

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Andoni Iraola made his first appearance in front of the media as Liverpool's manage on Monday 13 July.

The Spaniard faced many questions from reporters and journalists and gave a bit of an insight into how he sees things going for Liverpool this summer.

The Reds' pre-season is expected to start on 20 July with a decent chunk of their players expected to be available for their games.

Changes have already taken place at Anfield with Iraola being one of the main driving forces behind Victor Munoz's Anfield switch this summer.

However, if the Spaniard wants to get straight into the good books of the Reds' fans, he could easily save Liverpool millions by doing just one thing this summer.

Andoni Iraola needs to trust Harvey Elliott to play for Liverpool rather than get rid of him

was expecting to have moved on from Liverpool by now.

During Arne Slot's first season in charge, the young Englishman barely had any playing time which forced him to seek pastures new and resulted in him joining Aston Villa.

He went on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy after he'd played 10 games for the Villans, a number which was seen as easily achievable by both parties.

However, for one reason or another, Unai Emery chose against signing him permanently and only allowed him to play nine times across all competitions.

This has led to Elliott returning to Liverpool and, if Slot was in charge, he'd have 100 per cent been out of the Anfield doors.

But, with Iraola at the helm, it feels like there's a chance for every single player to have a fresh start and prove their worth which is why the Spaniard needs to trust Elliott and let him prove how good he actually is.

The 23-year-old is fairly versatile and, although he mostly played as a central midfielder for Jurgen Klopp, he has been used as a right-winger and, since that's an area that the Reds need to fill this summer, Elliott could be their perfect solution.

Why Harvey Elliott staying at Liverpool would save them millions

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In the current transfer market, a natural right-winger is like gold dust.

Over the last year or so, Liverpool have had two main targets on their shortlist in Yan Diomande and Antoine Semenyo.

Each of them felt close to making the Anfield switch at one point or another but, in the end, neither of them made the move to L4.

And, since Salah has now exited Liverpool for good, they have a huge void to fill on the right side of their attack.

Indeed, Federico Chiesa and Jeremie Frimpong can be used there if needed, but, if Iraola wants to lead his men to some silverware, he needs to bring some much better players in to help them do that.

But, for now, if the Spaniard wants to focus on improving other areas of his squad first, it feels like Elliott could do a stellar job on the right, especially with his keen eye for goal.

Last summer, he was England's Under-21s best player in the Euro's and, if he can re-find that form he could become an incredibly important asset to Iraola.

La Liga outfit Getafe are closing on an imminent addition to the club’s defensive ranks. This comes amid the understanding that the Azulones are in advanced negotiations with Aston Villa over a deal for Andrés García.

García for his part departed his home country of Spain for England back in January of 2025.

Since, however, the 23-year-old has found game time altogether difficult to come by, on his way to just 13 Premier League appearances all told.

Still held in high regard in La Liga, a whole host of clubs are in turn understood to have expressed an interest in bringing García back to Spain this summer.

And as alluded to above, early this week, one such suitor have positioned themselves firmly at the front of the queue for the signing of the former Levante man.

As per a report from Marca:

‘Getafe and Aston Villa are close to finalizing the agreement for the loan of Andrés García to the Azulones.’

García, who will arrive in Madrid on a season-long loan, is set to act as the replacement for Juan Iglesias in José Bordalás’ Azulones squad.

Conor Laird – GSFN

The final result wasn't what the Sparks wanted, but Erica Wheeler gave Los Angeles every opportunity to come away with a win.

The veteran guard finished with a team-high 20 points to go along with three rebounds and four assists in Monday's 101-92 loss to the Atlanta Dream. It marked another strong performance for Wheeler, who has embraced a larger offensive role as the Sparks continue to navigate injuries and search for consistency heading into the second half of the season.

From the opening tip, Wheeler played with confidence. She attacked the basket, knocked down threes, and consistently pushed the pace of the offense, helping the Sparks briefly regain control in the second half.

Head coach Lynne Roberts has encouraged Wheeler to be aggressive, not only as a facilitator but as a scorer.

"I think she understands that we need her to not just facilitate, but also look for those shots," Roberts said. "She's doing a good job of that. She led us tonight in scoring."

Wheeler also took on one of the game's toughest defensive assignments, matching up for much of the afternoon against Atlanta point guard Jordin Canada.

"Canada's fast and has the ability to really generate speed for their team," Roberts said. "It's a tough matchup. I thought Edub played her guts out and hit some big shots. I thought those two battled really well."

Despite Wheeler's efforts, Atlanta closed the game on a late run that was triggered by Angel Reese’s big three. Nneka Ogwumike also reflected on the game. 

"It was basically what coach was saying," Ogwumike said. "We were trying to make something happen, but we had some key turnovers, including myself. We were playing hard, but I think we could have dialed up the execution a little bit more. That's something that's been a point of emphasis for us."

While Monday's loss was another frustrating finish for Los Angeles, Rae Burrell made it clear the team isn't dwelling on missed opportunities.

"We've just got to stay together," she said. "That's the thing about this league. You play every other night, so we don't really have time to focus on what's already happened. We have to focus on what we can do better."

The Sparks remain just one game out of a playoff spot, and as injuries continue to reshape the rotation, Wheeler's steady veteran presence has become even more valuable. Whether she's setting up teammates or leading the offense herself, she's continued to provide exactly what Los Angeles has needed during one of the most challenging stretches of its season.

Jerry Jones' FIFA World Cup plan puts him on wrong side of NFL debate originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

The NFL remains split between artificial turf and natural grass, but Jerry Jones now faces growing opposition from across the league. New comments from an NFL owner, a head coach, current players, and league survey data have added fresh weight to the argument against the surface the Dallas Cowboys continue to use.

More NFL voices challenge Jerry Jones' turf stance

Jones defended artificial turf in April after being asked whether the Cowboys would keep the natural grass installed for the FIFA World Cup. He said AT&T Stadium benefits from the flexibility turf provides and added he does not believe grass is safer. Jones also argued that the financial savings benefit players.

Others around the league see the issue differently.

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis told the Los Angeles Times he has always believed football should be played on grass because of player safety. He said Allegiant Stadium's retractable Bermuda grass system costs more to maintain, but the expense is justified.

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton also expects more NFL stadiums to adopt grass where possible. He pointed to the physical demands placed on linemen and said the sport differs from others that use the same venues.

The criticism is not limited to owners and coaches.

During Cowboys' minicamp, safety Julius Wood said football is meant to be played on grass. He added that players feel the difference, describing artificial turf as more taxing than natural grass.

League-wide opinion supports that view. A 2026 NFL Players Association survey of 1,700 players found that 92 percent prefer grass fields. San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has also called on the league to replace artificial turf.

Jones has not suggested the Cowboys will reconsider their playing surface after the World Cup. As more voices line up behind natural grass, his position stands increasingly apart from many players, coaches, and fellow owners.

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Kevin Durant's numbers tell one story while his career tells another originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Kevin Durant has ranked among the NBA’s most efficient scorers for over a decade. His numbers raise a simple question: do shooting stats matter more than wins?

Kevin Durant's efficiency debate returns after viral post

A recent social media post pointed to a steady part of Durant’s career. He has shot at least 50 percent from the field every season since 2011, rare for a high-volume scorer.

Fans praised the stat as proof of Durant’s scoring skill. His size and shot selection let him score from anywhere without wasting possessions.

One reply challenged that view. The post from an X account stated, "Dudes would rather shoot 60% in a lost rather than 40% in a win," arguing that efficiency alone does not define success.

Dudes would rather shoot 60% in a lost rather than 40% in a win. https://t.co/k0KXhLRZDe

— Newgodflow (@Newgodflow11) July 14, 2026

That response reflects a split in how Durant is judged. Supporters point to his ability to score against any defense while keeping high percentages. Critics focus on results, noting that strong numbers do not always lead to team success.

Durant won two titles and Finals MVP awards with Golden State. His moves between teams and the expectations tied to his talent keep his legacy under review.

The argument centers on whether individual output or team results matter more. Durant’s efficiency stands out in league history, yet fans still weigh it against wins and championships.

Modern analysis has pushed efficiency into the spotlight. Metrics such as true shooting percentage often place Durant near the top, showing how often his possessions end in points.

Critics counter that context shapes those numbers. Roster strength, coaching, and playoff performance affect how production turns into wins. Durant’s time with different teams adds to that comparison.

His career sits between numbers and results. The efficiency is clear, but its value next to championships keeps the debate active.

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TAMPA, Fla. — SEC Media Days has always been part football convention, part political campaign. Coaches sell progress. Quarterbacks sell possibility. Veteran players insist the locker room is closer, offseason workouts are harder, and the coming season will be different from the one everyone remembers.

The Kentucky Wildcats will arrive in Tampa carrying something more revealing than the usual July promises. The Wildcats are bringing a blueprint.

When first-year head coach Will Stein takes the stage Monday, July 20, he will be joined by safety Ty Bryant, quarterback Kenny Minchey, and tight end Willie Rodriguez. The three players represent the foundation Stein must preserve, the gamble that could define his first season and the offensive weapon capable of connecting it all.

Bryant is the proof. Minchey is the projection. Rodriguez is the possibility.

The SEC’s annual preseason spectacle will run July 20-23 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street and JW Marriott. It marks the first time Tampa and the state of Florida have hosted the event after stops in Dallas, Nashville, and Atlanta during the previous three years. SEC Network will provide more than 50 hours of on-site coverage, beginning at 9 a.m. ET Monday.

Kentucky could not have selected three better players to explain where the program stands.

Bryant enters the ballroom as the representative who requires no projection. The Lexington native started all 12 games last season and led Kentucky with 76 tackles. He also intercepted four passes, the highest total in the SEC, and earned second-team All-SEC honors from the league’s coaches. His two-interception performance against Ole Miss helped Kentucky turn turnovers into points, while his 12 tackles against Louisville matched his career high.

The numbers matter, but Bryant’s presence carries a deeper message. In an era when rosters can be rebuilt through the transfer portal, he represents continuity. He grew up in Lexington, starred at Frederick Douglass High School, and followed his father, former Kentucky receiver Cisco Bryant, into the program.

Bryant is not renting Kentucky’s jersey for a season. He is wearing part of his family history.

That makes him an important figure for Stein, whose challenge extends beyond installing formations or modernizing an offense. The new coach must prove Kentucky can evolve without becoming unrecognizable. Bryant is the bridge. He understands what the program has been, knows what SEC Saturdays demand, and has enough production behind his name to speak without exaggeration.

Minchey arrives in Tampa with a different assignment. He will be asked to speak for a future that has not yet arrived.

The Notre Dame transfer has appeared in 10 college games, completing 23 of 29 passes for 212 yards. He has also rushed for 96 yards and two touchdowns. During the 2025 season, Minchey appeared in six games for the Fighting Irish, throwing for 196 yards while adding 84 rushing yards and a score.

Those are efficient numbers. They are not extensive numbers.

That distinction will follow him through every interview and hotel hallway in Tampa. Can he handle an SEC offense? Can he deliver when the pocket collapses and opposing defensive coordinators have a full week to study him? Can he become more than a talented quarterback with limited tape?

Kentucky’s season may turn on those answers.

Stein has praised Minchey’s accuracy, athleticism, intelligence, and upside. He has also emphasized that his offensive philosophy is not about forcing every quarterback into the same system but building the offense around what that player does best.

That relationship is one of the most important partnerships in the SEC entering 2026. Stein earned this opportunity because of his reputation for building quarterback-friendly offenses. Minchey came to Lexington for the chance to become the centerpiece of one. Each man now needs the other.

For Stein, Minchey is the first major test of whether his offensive success can follow him into the head coach’s office. For Minchey, Stein may be the coach who transforms years of potential and backup snaps into a breakthrough season.

SEC Media Days will not provide the verdict. It will provide the opening argument.

Rodriguez may be the player who makes that argument believable.

The 6-foot-4, 249-pound tight end started seven games in 2025 and caught 23 passes for 310 yards and one touchdown. He produced a career-high 78 receiving yards on six catches at Vanderbilt, the most receptions by a Kentucky tight end in a game since C.J. Conrad caught six passes against Mississippi State in 2015.

Rodriguez is another Kentucky-raised player. He starred at Covington Catholic, catching 29 passes for 488 yards and 12 touchdowns as a senior while helping his team reach the state championship game.

His importance, however, goes beyond hometown symbolism. He could become the piece that reveals what Stein’s offense is supposed to look like.

Stein has said Rodriguez can line up as a traditional tight end, in the slot, or in the backfield. That versatility allows Kentucky to change formations and create mismatches without changing personnel. For a quarterback still establishing himself, a tight end with Rodriguez’s size, experience, and flexibility can become invaluable—a reliable target over the middle, an answer against pressure, and a safety valve on third down.

Bryant, Minchey, and Rodriguez were not selected simply because every SEC team needs three players for the trip. Their selection tells Kentucky’s story.

Bryant represents the standard the Wildcats cannot afford to lose. Minchey represents the leap they must be willing to take. Rodriguez represents the creativity Stein was hired to bring.

There will be larger names in Tampa. There will be quarterbacks with longer résumés, defenders carrying NFL Draft projections, and coaches commanding more national attention. Kentucky does not need to win the week.

It needs to introduce itself.

The Wildcats will arrive in Tampa as a program between eras, carrying the scars of what did not work and the optimism that always follows a coaching change. The microphones will be waiting. The questions will be predictable. The promises will come easily.

What happens after Tampa will be harder. Bryant will have to make the tackle. Rodriguez will have to create separation. Minchey will have to deliver the football, and Stein’s blueprint will have to become something more than a July presentation.It will have to become a football team.

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The Chicago Bulls are entering another attempt to rebuild a franchise that has spent years stuck between competing and starting over. With new leadership, a top draft pick, and a different approach inside the front office, the organization is trying to create a future that lasts.

Bulls begin new era under Bryson Graham

Bryson Graham arrived in Chicago with a clear goal that the Bulls needed a new approach. After replacing Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley, the 39-year-old executive began changing the front office while preparing for the draft and free agency.

The first major moment came in the draft lottery when Chicago moved up five spots to select fourth overall. The Bulls used that pick on North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson, who scored 35 points in his first Summer League game. Graham called the selection “a great foundational piece that's needed.”

The bigger challenge is fixing a franchise that has missed the playoffs in eight of the past nine seasons. Chicago has not reached the NBA Finals since Michael Jordan’s final championship run in 1998, leaving the organization searching for stability.

Graham believes the answer starts with better collaboration inside the building. “I don’t want to be the smartest guy in the room,” Graham told ESPN while explaining his approach to decision-making.

The Bulls also want to balance development with competitiveness. The team added veterans such as Nic Claxton, Norman Powell, and Zach Collins while keeping flexibility through shorter deals.

Graham knows the franchise has been here before. Chicago has found lottery success in the past, but turning young talent into a winning team remains the real test. “I do believe an organization can change with good leadership,” Graham said.

The Bulls now have a new voice leading the rebuild. The next step is proving that this era will deliver results rather than another false start.

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The work stoppage looming over the baseball world doesn’t seem to be dissipating anytime soon.

Speaking before Tuesday’s All-Star Game, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was asked about the MLB Players Association’s explicit refusal to accept a salary cap.

Despite that staunch opposition, Manfred said team owners are undeterred.

“I have an ownership group that is more united than any group in my entire time in baseball,” he said, as reported by Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times.

Manfred supports salary cap despite union opposition

As detailed by Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Manfred made the case that the union has previously opposed changes that many believe drastically improved the sport, including the pitch clock and ABS.

“We got that momentum by listening to our fans and making changes that you know candidly, the MLBPA was not interested in,’’ Manfred said. “Those changes have paid off in terms of creating that momentum, and the best way to lose momentum is to stand still. We’re doing exactly the same thing that we did with the rule changes, we’re listening to our fans.”

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MLBPA interim executive director Bruce Meyer, however, believes owners want a salary cap not for competitive reasons, but instead to increase their profits and limit their costs.

“The owners, many of them, want a system that not only guarantees their profits, not only increases their franchise values,’’ Meyer said, “but essentially is a former of subsidized mediocrity, owner protection, protection from competition.

“Salary cap is the ultimate excuse not to compete. It’s the ultimate excuse for an owner to say, “Gee, I would like to make the team better, but you know I can’t.’

“Salary caps are bad for fans. Salary caps present teams from doing the things that they believe are in their interest to make the team better.’’

Is there a chance to avoid a work stoppage?

The union and the league continue making their cases, but neither seems willing to budge on the salary cap, meaning a potential lockout ahead of the 2027 season is more and more likely.

Can a deal be reached? Of course, anything is possible, but it seems this will be the defining battle of the offseason.

If neither side wants to compromise, enjoy the rest of this season, because it could be a while before MLB returns.

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Two matches completed the 14th round of Brazil’s Serie C Championship this Monday (13). In Sergipe, Itabaiana, now in 17th place, beat second-place Brusque 1-0 and prevented the Santa Catarina side from reclaiming first place.

Meanwhile, at Orlando Scarpelli, Figueirense, in 16th with 17 points, and Volta Redonda, in 13th with 18, played out a goalless draw.

Serie C sends the eight highest-scoring teams at the end of the first and second halves of the season to the second phase. As things stand today, those teams would be, in order, Inter de Limeira (25), Brusque (24), Santa Cruz (24), Paysandu (23), Guarani (23), Botafogo-PB (22), Maringá (22) and Ferroviária (22).

The race for the G8, however, remains very tight, with several teams still having a chance to move into the qualification zone in the coming rounds, such as Caxias (21), Floresta (20), Ituano (19), Ypiranga (18), Volta Redonda (18), Amazonas (17), Maranhão (17), Figueirense (17), Itabaiana itself (16) and Barra (15).

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Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal.

United have met a release clause of £35m for the 29-year-old midfielder, who has just helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

Tielemans has spent the past three seasons with Villa, having initially moved to the Premier League to join Leicester City in 2019.

"It's hard to describe just how proud I am to join Manchester United," he said. "Signing for such a special club feels incredible.

"It is the culmination of years of dedication since I first fell in love with football."

A former team-mate of United's current first-team coach Jonny Evans, Tielemans is noted for scoring Leicester's winner against Chelsea in the 2021 FA Cup final and for Aston Villa in their Europa League final triumph over Freiburg in May.

He made his senior debut for Anderlecht aged 16 years and 82 days, and left for Monaco in 2017, just after his 20th birthday.

Despite still being in his 20s, Tielemans has already played 668 games for club and country, scoring 79 from 578 club appearances.

United's director of football Jason Wilcox said: "Youri has consistently been one of the most outstanding midfielders in the Premier League throughout the past seven years.

"He has all of the technical qualities, as well as the ambition and mentality, to thrive at Manchester United.

"Youri's consistency is exceptional, and he will add further composure, creativity and leadership to our squad."

Last season, Tielemans suffered separate calf and ankle problems that restricted him to 35 appearances in all competitions for Villa, the lowest number in a campaign during his time in England.

He scored a memorable 89th-minute equaliser at the World Cup for Belgium against Senegal, and then converted an extra-time winner from the penalty spot for his 15th goal from 90 caps as they won 3-2.

But his tournament came to a premature end when he was injured in the warm-up before Belgium's 2-1 quarter-final defeat by Spain.

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The transfer window for Premier League, English Football League, Scottish Premiership and Women's Super League clubs - and their counterparts in Germany, France, Spain and Italy - re-opened on 15 June.

Take a look at all the confirmed deals for July, and read the latest rumours in Football Gossip.

14 July

Premier League

Karl Darlow [Leeds - Manchester United] Free

Alvaro Rodriguez [Elche - Bournemouth] £25.7m

Youri Tielemans [Aston Villa - Manchester United] £35m

Luka Vuskovic [Tottenham - Brighton] £46m

Scottish Premiership

Nathan Lowe [Stoke - Hibernian] Loan

Eseosa Sule [West Brom - St Mirren] Undisclosed

Women's Super League

Noemie Mouchon [Leicester - Everton] Free

English Football League

Elliot Bonds [Fleetwood - Salford] Undisclosed

Andy Cannon [Wrexham - Fleetwood] Free

Murphy Cooper [QPR - Plymouth] Undisclosed

Tyrese Noslin [Telstar - Barnsley] Undisclosed

Charlie Taylor [Southampton - Derby] Free

James Tilley [Wycombe - AFC Wimbledon] Undisclosed

13 July

Premier League

Andrey Santos [Chelsea - Man Utd] £48m

Women's Super League

Khiara Keating [Man City - Liverpool] Free

Mapi Leon [Barcelona - London City Lionesses] Free

Scottish Premiership

Alan Forrest [Heart of Midlothian - Dundee] Free

Ben Krauhaus [Brentford - Falkirk] Loan

Marko Lazetic [Aberdeen - Noah] Undisclosed

Alex Paulsen [Bournemouth - Motherwell] Loan

Lewis Smith [Livingston - Aberdeen] Undisclosed

English Football League

Victor Adeboyejo [Mansfield - Bromley] Free

Ryan Delaney [Swindon - Oldham] Free

Jusef Erabi [Genk - Preston] Loan

Joe Gbode [Luton - Shrewsbury] Loan

Rocco Shein [Fredrikstad - Portsmouth] Undisclosed

Cieran Slicker [Ipswich - Barnsley] Loan

Michael Smith [Preston - Mansfield] Free

Ryan Wintle [Cardiff - MK Dons] Free

International

Jake Cooper-Love [Burton - FC Emmen] Undisclosed

Brajan Gruda [Brighton - RB Leipzig] Loan

Victor Kristiansen [Leicester - Panathinaikos] Loan

12 July

English Football League

Lluc Castel [Espanyol - Burnley] Undisclosed

11 July

International

Antonio Cordero [Newcastle - Cadiz] Loan

Tom Lockyer [Bristol Rovers - Melbourne Victory] Free

English Football League

Yusuf Akhamrich [Tottenham - Leyton Orient] Loan

Ethon Archer [Luton - Bromley] Loan

Brad Collins [Coventry - Bristol City] Free

Joe Lumley[Bristol City - Sheff Wed] Free

Ole Romeny [Oxford - Fortuna Sittard] Loan

Rafiki Said [Standard Liege - Wolves] Undisclosed

Deon Woodman [Wealdstone - Bromley] Undisclosed

Loum Tchaouna [Burnley - Coventry City] Unconfirmed (£20m reported)

10 July

Women's Super League

Ebony Salmon[Aston Villa - West Ham] Free

Niamh Charles [Chelsea - Manchester City] £500,000

Premier League

Pierce Charles [Sheffield Wednesday - Manchester City] Undisclosed

English Football League

Pemi Aderoju [Peterborough - Crawley] Loan

Ossama Ashley [Salford City - Rotherham United] Free

Pierce Charles [Manchester City - QPR] Loan

Lisav Eissat [Maccabi Haifa - Bristol City] Undisclosed

Shamal George [Wycombe - Bromley] Free

Isaac Hayden [QPR - Leyton Orient] Free

Jamie Jellis [Walsall - Rotherham United] Free

Kyle Joseph [Hull - Middlesbrough] Undisclosed

Jacob Mendy [Peterborough - Bromley] Free

Nic Prelac [Oxford United - Jagiellonia Bialystok] Undisclosed

Josh Stokes [Bristol City - Reading] Loan

Jed Ward [Bristol Rovers - Walsall] Undisclosed

Cauley Woodrow [Luton - Wycombe] Undisclosed

9 July

Premier League

Emersonn [Toulouse - Ipswich] Undisclosed

Illan Meslier [Leeds - Arsenal] Free

Oscar Mingueza [Celta Vigo - Crystal Palace] Free

Sean Steur [Ajax - Newcastle] £23m

Callum Wilson [West Ham - Brentford] Free

English Football League

Harrison Ashby [Newcastle - Luton] Loan

Barry Bannan [Millwall - Sheffield Wednesday] Undisclosed

Louie Barry [Aston Villa - Sheffield Wednesday] Undisclosed

Kamil Conteh [Bristol Rovers - Bromley] Undisclosed

Ty Ewens-Findlay [Charlton - Crawley] Loan

Bradley Ihionvien [Peterborough - Colchester] Loan

Josh Koroma [Leyton Orient - Chesterfield] Loan

Laurence Maguire [MK Dons - Rochdale] Free

Ruel Sotiriou [Hapoel Jerusalem - Chesterfield] Free

Cole Stockton [Salford - Accrington] Free

Mark Sykes [Bristol City - Millwall] Free

Joe Walsh [QPR - Wigan] Loan

Calum Ward [Motherwell - QPR] Undisclosed

International

Radu Dragusin [Tottenham - Fiorentina] Loan

8 July

Women's Super League

Alexia Putellas[Barcelona - London City] Free

Geraldine Reuteler [Eintracht Frankfurt - Arsenal] Free

Premier League

Geovany Quenda [Sporting - Chelsea] £40m

Harry Wilson [Fulham - Leeds] Free

English Football League

Emile Acquah [Dundee - Notts County] Undisclosed

Noah Chilvers [Ross County - Oldham] Undisclosed

Romelle Donovan [Brentford - Sheff Utd] Loan

Mo Faal [Wrexham - Port Vale] Loan

Onel Hernandez [Unattached - Port Vale]

Oliver Lynch [Luton - Port Vale] Loan

Will Jenkins [South Shields - Rochdale] Undisclosed

7 July

Premier League

Jaidon Anthony [Burnley - Brentford] Undisclosed

Women's Super League

Sophie Peskett [Ipswich - Brighton] Undisclosed

English Football League

Josh Clarke [Partick Thistle - Doncaster] Loan

Alfie Devine [Tottenham - Preston] Undisclosed

Paul Digby [Dundee - Colchester] Free

Harry Gray [Leeds - Sheffield Wednesday] Loan

Quilindschy Hartman [Burnley - RCD Espanyol] Loan

Eoin Kenny [Dundalk - Portsmouth] Undisclosed

Isaac Moore [Coventry - Walsall] Loan

Aaron Nemane [MK Dons - Rotherham] Free

6 July

Premier League

Tyrique George [Chelsea - Everton] £24m

Sandro Tonali [Newcastle - Tottenham] £100m

International

Giorgi Chakvetadze [Watford - Udinese] Undisclosed

English Football League

Alfie Pond [Wolves - Chesterfield] Undisclosed

Mathis Servais [Mechelen - Millwall] Undisclosed

Mason Terry [West Ham - Port Vale] Loan

5 July

International

Christy Grogan [Stockport - Derry] Undisclosed

Eliezer Mayenda [Sunderland - Rennes] Undisclosed

4 July

Premier League

Bazoumana Toure [Hoffenheim - Newcastle United] £43m

English Football League

Dan Barlaser [Middlesbrough - MK Dons] Free

Matthew Dennis [Notts County - Burton] Undisclosed

Hindolo Mustapha [Crystal Palace - Wigan] Loan

Kasey Palmer [Hull - Luton] Undisclosed

Jay Turner-Cooke [Halifax - Shrewsbury] Free

Scottish Premiership

Azeem Abdulai [Leyton Orient - Hibernian] Undisclosed

Erik Ring [Lincoln City - Kilmarnock] Undisclosed

3 July

Women's Super League

Justine Kielland [Wolfsburg - Aston Villa] Undisclosed

Georgia Stanway [Bayern Munich - Arsenal] Undisclosed

Janni Thomsen [Utah Royals - London City Lionesses] Undisclosed

English Football League

Jude Arthurs [Bromley - Crawley] Free

Patrick Bauer [AFC Wimbledon - Cambridge]

Nathan Baxter [Watford - Leyton Orient] Undisclosed

Cohen Bramall [Luton - MK Dons] Free

Ilias Bronkhorst [Excelsior - Huddersfield] Free

Henry Cartwright [Leicester - Bradford] Undisclosed

Steve Cook [QPR - Wycombe] Free

Dael Fry [Middlesbrough - Birmingham] Free

Akeel Higgins [West Brom - Wigan] Undisclosed

Macaulay Langstaff [Millwall - Salford] Undisclosed

Lennon MacLorg [Charlton - Gillingham] Free

Myles Peart-Harris [Oxford Utd - Middlesbrough] Free

Jed Wallace [West Brom - Bristol City] Free

Ollie Wright [Southampton - Gillingham] Loan

Scottish Premiership

Martin Moormann [Blau-Weiß Linz - Motherwell] Undisclosed

Willy Vogt [Bellinzona - Motherwell] Free

Sam Cleall-Harding [Dundee United - Dunfermline] Loan

2 July

Premier League

Jack Butland [Rangers - Hull] Undisclosed

Mateus Fernandes [West Ham - Tottenham] £85m

Hayden Hackney [Middlesbrough - Everton] Undisclosed

Michael Svoboda [Venezia - Brighton] Undisclosed

English Football League

Logan Briggs [Leicester - Northampton] Loan

Jacob Brown [Luton - Reading] Free

James Debayo [Hull City - Swindon] Loan

Luke Graham [Dundee - Stoke] Undisclosed

Cian Hayes [Peterborough - Rochdale] Undisclosed

Jake Leake [Oldham - Colchester] Free

Abraham Odoh [Peterborough - Salford] Undisclosed

Jack Price [Brackley - Shrewsbury] Free

Jack Simpson [Leyton Orient - Chesterfield] Free

Isaac Smith [Man City - Barnsley] Undisclosed

Luca Stephenson [Liverpool - Bolton] Undisclosed

Sil Swinkels [Aston Villa - Sheff Wed] Undisclosed

Clayton Taylor [Newcastle Jets - Barnsley] Undisclosed

Kane Thompson-Sommers [MK Dons - Fleetwood] Undisclosed

International

Alex Matos [Sheff Utd - Goztepe] Loan

1 July

Premier League

Marco Palestra [Atalanta - Chelsea] £47m

Scottish Premiership

Dan Neil [Sunderland - Rangers] Free

Women's Super League

Amalie Vangsgaard [Juventus - Aston Villa] Undisclosed

English Football League

Gassan Ahadme [Charlton - Cambridge] Loan

Odin Bailey [Stockport - Portsmouth] Free

Jeremiah Chilokoa-Mullen [Dunfermline - Wigan] Undisclosed

James Connolly [Crewe - Walsall] Free

Kyle Dempsey [Bolton - Port Vale] Free

Akin Famewo [Hull - Bolton] Undisclosed

Ethan Galbraith [Swansea - Stoke] £10m

Macaulay Gillesphey [Charlton - Bradford] Undisclosed

Svante Ingelsson [Sheff Wed - Stoke] Undisclosed

Billy Koumetio [Dundee - Charlton] Undisclosed

Sam Long [Bromley - Salford] Free

Sean Raggett [Rotherham - Colchester] Free

Leo Walta [Sirius - Swansea] Undisclosed

Oliver Whatmuff [Man City - Stockport] Loan

International

Olaf Kobacki [Sheff Wed - Wisla Plock] Undisclosed

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Auburn will send seniors Champ Anthony, Byrum Brown, and Alex McPherson to join head coach Alex Golesh at the 2026 SEC Media Days in Tampa, Florida.

SEC Media Days is approaching, and with that, the release of player appearances for the upcoming event. The Tigers send three seniors from each phase of the game to this year's media days. Safety Champ Anthony, quarterback Byrum Brown, and kicker Alex McPherson are the three players set to represent the Tigers.

Anthony is returning from a season-ending leg injury he suffered in the game against Kentucky, which was similar to his leg injury the year before. The senior served as captain and played in seven games and made four starts for the Tigers. He totaled 13 total tackles, nine solo tackles, one PBU, and one pass defense in 2025.

The big name transfer, Brown, has all the eyes on him after an impressive junior season at South Florida. Brown passed for 3,158 yards, 66.3 completion percentage, and 28 touchdowns while totaling 1,008 yards and 14 touchdowns on the ground. Rivals rated Brown (94.29) as the highest transfer for the Tigers this offseason.

Similar to Anthony, McPherson's availability on the field had been limited, and he looks to make a comeback. The Fort Payne, Alabama, native initially was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and would have his entire colon removed in December 2024. He would later be diagnosed with Crohn's Disease. McPherson now plays with an ostomy bag. His inspiring story landed him the Capital One Orange Bowl-FWAA Courage Award.

Auburn's day will be on Tuesday, July 21, from 9 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. EST. The event begins Monday, July 20, at 9 a.m. EST with league commissioner Greg Sankey and concludes on Thursday, July 23.

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As if the halftime show weren’t starry enough, FIFA World Cup 2026 has added a pregame closing ceremony filled with entertainment luminaires.

The show, which will begin July 19 at 1:30 p.m. ET, will feature an appearance by Tom Cruise, as well as performances from Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, Italian superstar Laura Pausini and online influencer IShowSpeed, who released the song “World Cup (Champions)” at the start of the international soccer tournament.

Jennifer Hudson will perform the U.S. national anthem prior to the final game at New York New Jersey Stadium (aka MetLife Stadium).

Those attending the match are advised to arrive early, as the ceremony begins 90 minutes before the final game begins (gates open at 11 a.m.). According to FIFA, fans will “have an active role to play in the show.”

FOX will air a four-hour pregame show starting at 11 a.m. until the 3 p.m. game kickoff.

The closing ceremony is the first round of entertainment scheduled for the grand finale.

During halftime, an all-star musical lineup of Shakira, Madonna, BTS and recently announced Justin Bieber will participate in an 11-minute production. The show is curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, who is also slated to perform with the PS22 Chorus, the acclaimed elementary school choir from Staten Island, New York. Burna Boy and Gustavo Dudamel are also among the announced performers.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jennifer Hudson, Tom Cruise join FIFA World Cup final show

Crystal Palace have been named as one of the clubs willing to rescue Christian Norgaard from Arsenal as the Gunners consider a move for Bruno Guimaraes.

Without the Brazilian midfielder in their squad last season, Norgaard rarely featured and was often asked to fill positions that were not natural to him during his appearances. His limited involvement has raised questions over his future at Arsenal, particularly as the club continue to consider strengthening their midfield options.

Palace monitor Norgaard’s situation

Norgaard was not regularly trusted to start against major opponents, and his limited opportunities suggest that he has not fully earned the confidence of his manager. Arsenal’s interest in Guimaraes would represent another indication of their plans in midfield and could encourage Norgaard to consider his options in the coming seasons.

The midfielder has been one of the most accomplished players in his position in England over recent years, particularly during his time at Brentford. His experience and understanding of the Premier League make him an attractive option for clubs looking for a reliable addition to their squad.

As reported by Sport Witness, Crystal Palace are now interested in adding Norgaard to their team and view him as one of the finest experienced midfielders available to them. The club are considering whether he could provide quality and leadership in their midfield.

Norgaard could consider new challenge

A move to Palace could appeal to Norgaard, especially if the club can offer him a more important role and regular opportunities to play. After struggling for consistent minutes at Arsenal, the chance to become a key figure at Selhurst Park may be attractive.

For Arsenal, the midfielder’s situation will depend on their plans for the rest of the transfer window and whether they complete a move for another central midfielder. If Guimaraes arrives, competition for places would become even stronger, potentially making a departure more likely.

Norgaard remains an experienced and capable player, and Palace’s interest could provide him with an opportunity to revive his career with a more prominent role.

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In a recent post on X, respected journalist David Ornstein mentioned that Manchester City have stepped up their efforts to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer. It has been claimed that the Mancunian outfit are eyeing a move to bring the Moroccan talent to the Etihad Stadium in this transfer period.

Bouaddi’s Impressive Rise In Ligue 1

Bouaddi enjoyed a solid campaign at the French club after he put in a series of impressive performances at the heart of their midfield. The Morocco international participated in 42 matches for Lille in the previous campaign, picking up one assist in the process across various competitions.

The 18-year-old is currently among the most gifted midfielders in Ligue 1. Hence, it is no wonder that Man City are pushing hard to sign Bouaddi this off-season.

His current contract at Lille will expire in the summer of 2029. Hence, the Mancunian giants would have to make a convincing offer if they are serious about recruiting him later this year.

HOUSTON, TEXAS – JULY 04: Ayyoub Bouaddi #6 of Morocco looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 match between Canada and Morocco at Houston Stadium on July 04, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Will Bouaddi Be A Good Fit For Manchester City?

Bouaddi is a solid tackler of the ball and can sense the danger well to earn possession back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when required and is a good passer as well from midfield.

The Morocco international is an energetic runner with the ball and can create the odd chance for his teammates in the final third. Bouaddi is primarily a central midfielder but can also serve as a defensive midfielder or play as a right-back if required. However, there are some question marks over whether he can make a smooth transition to life in Premier League football if Man City manage to land him in this transfer period.

We can expect Bouaddi to add more quality and depth to Enzo Maresca’s midfield department. He has what it takes to challenge for a regular starting spot at the Mancunian club in the coming years.

At 18, the future looks quite promising for Bouaddi as long as he continues to improve with each season. He is good enough to be a success story at the Etihad Stadium in the long run. All in all, Bouaddi would be a great fit for Man City’s needs in this summer transfer window.

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The clock is ticking for LeBron James to make a decision about which franchise he'll end up playing for in the final days of his remarkable career. Will he head to the Golden State Warriors? Or, will he go back to the Cleveland Cavaliers where he started it all? Other teams that are getting mentioned a bunch include the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves.

All of these teams have something in common: They each believe that they have the pitch that can lure James to their franchise. But, what if there's a team out there doing the bidding that's totally off the radar?

Now, one "dark horse" team is getting some love as the NBA awaits James' decision.

LeBron James fans think he may be heading to an unexpected team

James is being linked to the Indiana Pacers for an interesting reason. The NBA star is appearing at Fanatics Fest for his Mind the Game podcast, and at the event, Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton will be there and serve as LeBron's special guest co-host filling in for Steve Nash. James will also appear at the CNBC Sport x Boardroom's Game Plan Summit at Fanatics Fest during the festival.

"While there has been no credible reporting linking LeBron to Indiana, Haliburton's involvement has naturally sparked the conversation among fans about where the Pacers could somehow emerge as a surprise destination," Alex Golden of On SI notes, adding that the Pacers could be a "dark horse" team for him.

Golden also says that if Indiana acquires Bronny from the Lakers in exchange for Quenton Jackson, that would make for around $288,000 in added apron space.

"Added to Indiana's existing $2.24 million of breathing room, the Pacers would have roughly $2.52 million below the first apron -- enough to legally sign LeBron to the veteran minimum while remaining roughly $70,000 below the apron," he says.

It would take a lot for this to happen. It's a stretch, to say the least. But, everything is on the table until we hear otherwise.

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The Cleveland Browns drafted two quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft, and now, over one year later, it's still uncertain if either is good. But the latter of the two, Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round, is by far the better pick than Dillon Gabriel.

Taken in the third round by the Browns, Gabriel hasn't shown much of a ceiling in the NFL, as his starts for the Browns were low-floor, low-ceiling outings. Sanders at least had some high upside.

After drafting Taylen Green as a fun developmental QB in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Browns now have a big QB question. To resolve this, Moe Moton of Bleacher Report is urging the Browns to trade Gabriel, which is really their only option this offseason.

Browns urged to trade Dillon Gabriel as only real solution to QB problem

"Cleveland Browns: Trade QB Dillon Gabriel for a late 2027 pick," Moton writes. "... Assuming the Browns target signal-callers in the 2027 draft, they should trade Gabriel before Week 1."

The Browns don't really have a reason to keep Gabriel on their current roster, and the team's plans stand heading into the 2026 season.

It's hard to imagine the Browns not drafting a QB at the top of the 2027 NFL Draft next year in what's likely a loaded class. The only way they would refrain from doing so is if whoever their QB is this season has an All-Pro level season.

But, with Sanders only in competition with Deshaun Watson for the QB1 job in Cleveland, Gabriel is firmly third on the depth chart. Taylen Green might even factor into the QB room as a high-upside developmental option.

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Considering all four on the roster, there is a very clear odd-man out, and it's obviously Gabriel, the Browns' third-rounder from the 2025 draft.

Watson has a massive contract and can't be traded, regardless of whether he's the starter or not. Sanders has much higher upside and might even win the QB job this season. Green was just drafted and has enough upside to keep on the roster.

Gabriel is the third QB at best, and doesn't have the same upside as the others. Since he's on his rookie deal for the next three seasons, and did at least have a decent floor, some team might have interest in him as a depth option.

Trading Gabriel is realistically the Browns' only option at quarterback this offseason, as, regardless of what happens with the QB competition, Gabriel is the odd man out both in the short and long term in Cleveland.

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Norway may have been knocked out by England in the FIFA World Cup, but superstar Erling Haaland’s presence is still being felt. Scoring seven goals in his World Cup debut, Haaland is being remembered for more than his play on the field.

Reports indicated social media algorithms were being geared toward the Norwegian legend “because that is where the demand is.”

His popularity boom was compared to when NFL star Travis Kelce started dating Taylor Swift and then won the Super Bowl, according to The Athletic.

Haaland’s camp has been told that social-media algorithms are being geared towards Haaland content, because that is where the demand is.

His boom in popularity in the US has been likened to when Travis Kelce began dating Taylor Swift and then his Kansas City Chiefs team won… pic.twitter.com/reA5vOEDDj

— Sam Lee (@SamLee) July 8, 2026

Let’s just say, the demand is understandable. And putting all the memes in real life to a parody of “moskau” makes it even better.

The viral Erling Haaland memes.....

© rudy_willingham pic.twitter.com/1OUQNKG4Y0

— Sarahh (@Sarahhuniverse) July 10, 2026

The Norwegian star has provided plenty for social media to work with throughout his career, from highlights deflecting balls off of opponents’ faces while wearing silly expressions of his own, to him wearing Viking helmets as he celebrates.

Haaland: Born a Viking, forced to be a footballer ⚽️😄 pic.twitter.com/lTgQ8PIggT

— Lucy (@TheLucyShow1) July 7, 2026

Haaland has been prepared for the meme culture, as shown when he told someone he was the “social media guy” when asked if he was on the Norwegian soccer team.

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Or this collection of silly facial expressions with silly captions. My personal favorite is the McDonald’s caption.

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He also made headlines when he carried a taxidermied “whiskey raccoon” holding a bottle of alcohol off the plane when he returned home to Norway.

What on earth has Erling Haaland brought back home 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/dW9jTEgRHJ

— george (@StokeyyG2) July 13, 2026

He later showed off the rest of his collection on his Snapchat story with two squirrels, one wearing a cowboy hat and the other with a can of Budweiser. Seems like Haaland enjoyed his time in the U.S.

Barstool Sports said he should be an honorary American.

At this point Erling Haaland is an honorary American pic.twitter.com/NYYUEDY7bN

— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) July 14, 2026

In the comments of an AI-edited video, Haaland said he and Vinicius Junior “need to recreate” an iconic scene from “White Chicks.”

The Brazilian player was amused, responding, “HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHA.”

Erling Haaland and Vinícius Júnior in the comments section of an Instagram meme page. 😭😭😭😂😂 pic.twitter.com/tNTWTSG1UB

— Seputar Real Madrid (@SeputarMadrid) July 3, 2026

Haaland was even compared to Majin Buu from “Dragon Ball Z.”

Erling Haaland comments on fans comparing him to ‘Dragon Ball Z’ character Majin Buu

“I mean I don’t disagree” pic.twitter.com/jCCaXcARr6

— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) July 7, 2026

The super striker may not have gone home with the ultimate prize for Norway, but it is safe to say Haaland made his mark in 2026.

Editor's note:Follow France vs. Spain World Cup semifinal LIVE

The 2026 World Cup continues to be one for the history books as both lifelong futbol fans and new soccer fans have been treated to dozens of thrilling matches.

The World Cup semifinals begin Tuesday, when Spain takes on France today at 3 p.m. ET. Spain is aiming for thea team's first World Cup Finals appearance since 2010, the last time the team hoisted the World Cup Trophy.

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Spain 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule, results

• Spain vs. Cape Verde - DRAW 0-0
• Spain vs. Saudi Arabia - WIN 4-0
• Spain vs. Uruguay - WIN 1-0
• Spain vs. Austria (Round of 32) - WIN 3-0
• Spain vs. Portugal (Round of 16) - WIN 1-0
• Spain vs. Belgium (quarterfinals) - WIN 2-1
• Tuesday, July 14 (semifinals) - Spain vs. France at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas - Watch LIVE

When are the semifinals for the FIFA World Cup?

The semifinals will take place on Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15. The two games will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

• Tuesday, July 14 - France vs. Spain at 3 p.m. ET in Arlington, Texas - Watch LIVE
• Wednesday, July 15 - Winner of England vs. Argentina at 3 p.m. ET in Atlanta - Get tickets

When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final?

The final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium just outside of New York City.

As of publication, the cheapest available tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final start at $8,404. If you want to get closer to the action, lower-level (category 1) tickets are starting at $21,783.

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