Italy Marcello Lippi has shared an anecdote from Italy’s triumphant 2006 World Cup campaign, recalling an incident involving alleged spies that led to the CT instructing his players to pull their shorts down and expose their backsides: ‘I was convinced there were photographers hiding behind the bushes’. 

Lippi on Italy’s ‘spygate’ at 2006 World Cup: ‘Maybe I was wrong’

Lippi spoke in depth in an interview with La Repubblica and shared a few stories from his time in charge of the Italy national team, of course focusing on the journey to winning the 2006 World Cup. 

While training in Dortmund ahead of their semi-final against Germany 20 years ago, Lippi was so convinced that photographers were sneaking around the Italy training base in an attempt to gather information on the team’s tactics and personnel, that he ended up telling his players to pull down their shorts and show their backsides to these alleged ‘spies’. 

“I was so sure,” Lippi recalled. “After training one day, I told the boys to stand in front of a certain bush and pull their shorts down. I was convinced that there were photographers hiding behind them. 

“As no pictures of that moment came out, maybe I was wrong,” Lippi conceded. 

Italy would go on to beat Germany in their semi-final thanks to a dramatic quickfire double from Fabio Grosso and Alessandro Del Piero in the final two minutes of extra-time before going on to defeat France on penalties in the 2006 World Cup final. 

• Read more: Why Italy will not be participating at the 2026 World Cup

News outlets in Italy claim that Scotland International Che Adams is tempted by the idea of a return to the UK with Wolverhampton Wanderers, despite a reported offer from newly-promoted Venezia in Serie A. 

Venezia and Wolves interested in Torino’s Adams

According to reports from tuttomercatoweb, Adams is keen to return to the UK after spending the last two seasons in Serie A with Torino. 

The Italian outlet claims that Adams is of interest to at least two clubs, including 2025-26 Serie B champions Venezia and English side Wolves, who will be playing in the EFL Championship next season following their relegation from the Premier League. 

TMW claims that given Adams’s desire to return to the UK, Wolves could be an enticing option for him. Friday’s report claims that Venezia are ‘not willing to throw in the towel’ yet, though. 

Wolves have not yet put a formal offer on the table for Torino, but TMW claims that Venezia have had an initial proposal in the region of €4m-€5m turned away by Torino. 

The Scotland international, currently gearing up to take on Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, will be into the final year of his contract with Torino next season, having signed a three-year deal after leaving Southampton on a free in 2024.

Adams scored nine goals from 36 appearances during his first season in the Italian top flight and added a further six goals from 33 appearances in 2025-26.

Former Italy star Marco Materazzi taunts his former Inter teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic: ‘With what he’s doing, he’s the biggest Inter fan in history.’

Safe to say it hasn’t been an easy summer for ex-Milan and Inter star Ibrahimovic, who is currently leading the Rossoneri’s rebuild as a senior advisor to Gerry Cardinale.

Materazzi jokes: Ibrahimovic is the biggest Inter fan

Milan sacked coach Massimiliano Allegri and directors Giorgio Furlani, Geoffrey Moncada and Igli Tare at the end of the 2025-26 campaign without having a clear plan B.

They did hire Ruben Amorim as their new coach on a three-year deal, but missed out first on Ralf Rangnick and then on Markus Kroche as Football Directors, meaning the Serie A giants are still without a leading figure deciding on the sporting project and new signings.

Questioned about his rivalry with Ibrahimovic during their playing career, ex-Inter defender Materazzi told Gazzetta: “For me, it was just an on-the-field matter. I don’t know about him. I can’t really say anything about him because, with what he’s doing, he’s the biggest Inter fan in history.”

The dispute between Ibra and Materazzi began in 2009, when the Swede pushed to join Barcelona and ultimately completed the move in a swap deal involving Samuel Eto’o.

“Eto’o knew he was strong; he had an incredible ego, but he put himself at the team’s disposal with humility,” Materazzi said.

“Even if, in footballing terms, he’s not the most humble I’ve ever met, he always gave his all for the team.

“He didn’t care whether Milito, Materazzi or Zanetti would score. What mattered was to lift the trophies. For this reason, I’ll forever be grateful to Ibrahimovic, as he left Barcelona and let us get Eto’o.”

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace during the summer transfer window.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, they were hoping to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United, but the move seems unlikely. Therefore, they have decided to switch their attention towards the Crystal Palace star.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are also interested in signing Wharton and have already held talks with the player’s representatives in recent weeks. Manchester United have been monitoring him for quite some time. The 21-year-old is one of the most talented young players in the Premier League, and he has all the tools to develop into a future star. There is no doubt that he could prove to be an exceptional acquisition for Tottenham.

Roberto De Zerbi is reportedly a huge admirer of the 21-year-old, and he believes that he has the technical ability and composure to control the tempo of the game and protect the defensive unit from the midfield. He has been hailed as “incredible”.

Crystal Palace will not want to lose a talented player like him, and they are likely to demand a premium. It remains to be seen whether Tottenham is prepared to break the Bank for him.

With Liverpool interested in signing the player, this could be a difficult move for Tottenham. Liverpool will be able to offer him Champions League football, and they have a more ambitious project. The 21-year-old midfielder could be attracted to the idea of joining them. Liverpool needs a specialist defensive midfielder, and Wharton would be the ideal investment. He could form a solid partnership with Ryan Gravenberch at the heart of the Liverpool midfield.

Manchester United need more quality in the middle of the park as well, and it is no surprise that they are keen on the 21-year-old. They are looking to rebuild the midfield this summer, and someone like Wharton could be a game-changer for them.

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Alvaro Carreras has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid during the summer transfer window.

The 23-year-old is a target for Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United. However, Chelsea could have an advantage over the other two clubs in the race for the defender.

Carreras has worked with Xabi Alonso, and the newly appointed Chelsea manager could play a key role in any potential move. According to Sports Boom, Real Madrid wants around €50 million for the defender. It remains to be seen whether Chelsea is prepared to break the Bank for him.

They have sanctioned Marc Cucurella’s departure to Real Madrid, and they need to replace him properly. The 23-year-old defender could be a solid long-term investment. He played 28 league matches for Real Madrid last season and recorded five goal contributions. There is no doubt he has the quality to play in the Premier League. He will look to help defensively and create opportunities going forward.

On the other hand, Arsenal are keeping tabs on the player. They are already well-stocked in the defensive unit, and it would be quite surprising if they decided to invest in the 23-year-old. They should look to sign a quality midfielder and a couple of quality attackers instead.

Finally, Manchester United’s interest in the defender is hardly a surprise. They need a long-term alternative to Luke Shaw, and the 23-year-old Spanish defender could be ideal for them. He is young enough to improve further, and he’s already competing at a high level.

The asking price could be a problem for the Premier League club, and it remains to be seen whether they can convince Real Madrid to be more reasonable with their demands.

With Cucurella joining the club, Carreras could be tempted to move on. He will be hoping to play regularly, and sitting on the bench at Real Madrid will not be a part of the plan.

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Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali during the summer transfer window.

According to a report from SportsBoom, Newcastle will demand around £100 million for the Italian International. The asking price could be a huge problem for any club hoping to sign the player.

The 26-year-old has been outstanding in the Premier League, and he could be the ideal acquisition for them. They need someone who can protect the defensive unit and win the ball back for them in the middle of the park. The Italian is calm and composed with the ball at his feet as well.

The report claims that Arsenal are also interested in the Newcastle star, and that he would prefer to join them rather than Tottenham.

Tonali has immense respect for Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi, and they have already discussed the possibility of working together. However, the Newcastle star is still leaning towards a move to Arsenal. It will be interesting to see if Arsenal come forward with an offer to him. They could use more defensive cover in the midfield, and the Italian could be an outstanding addition.

It is no surprise that he is interested in joining the Gunners. They won the Premier League title last season and reached the final of the UEFA Champions League. Tonali is at the peak of his career, and he will look to compete at the highest level and fight for major trophies. Arsenal is certainly better placed to provide him with that platform.

Tottenham have finished 17th in the league table in the last two seasons. They will need to do a lot of convincing if they want to bring in top-quality players like Tonali this summer.

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Michael Kay wants to make it very clear that he and former YES Network announcing partner John Flaherty remain on very good terms.

“I had never had friction with John Flaherty in my life, ever,” the Yankees play-by -play announcer said on Wednesday’s edition of The Michael Kay Show. “That was not anything that I wanted nor anything that I was comfortable with.”

Flaherty’s contract wasn’t renewed after the 2025 season following a 20-year stint with YES, and some conspiratorial viewers seemed to think Kay had something to do with it.

“I love John Flaherty,” Kay said. “I thought that John Flaherty was one of the most valuable people that we had at the network.”

The ESPN New York host added that he believes the rumors of his disdain for Flaherty stem from a 2024 YES broadcast of a Yankees-Cubs game, which sounded incredibly awkward to many viewers.

Extremely uncomfortable moment during the Yankees and Cubs broadcast on YES network as @RealMichaelKay and John Flaherty come off like bitter passive aggressive ex lovers…

What the hell was this?

Def looking forward to hearing about this on Kay’s show. pic.twitter.com/uf04G0J0A2

— Frank Pellegrino (@FrankP614) September 6, 2024

“You weren’t very talkative on the bus this morning to the field, but as I was driving here, I was thinking it would be great to get a place that’s close so you could walk back and forth,” Flaherty said to Kay during the 2024 broadcast. “I know you mentioned Don Zimmer living in the apartments out in center field. But I just had a lot of time to think on the team bus today, because it was very quiet.”

“So you’d rather me be chatty? I wasn’t feeling great,” replied Kay.

“I haven’t seen you in a long time, right? You don’t work road trips anymore when I’m on the road,” Flaherty chirped back. “So I thought we would catch up, and it quickly was evident that you weren’t in the mood, so I gathered my thoughts about how it would be nice to live close to Wrigley and walk back and forth to the park.”

“Interesting narrative that you’re putting together, because I’ve been told by executives that you prefer to work with [Ryan] Ruocco,” replied Kay. “That’s why you two guys are matched up all the time. That’s just what I heard, I don’t know if there’s any truth to it.”

“I just put together that the road trips you don’t want to go on are the ones where I end up working with Ryan Ruocco, because you don’t want to work the games on the road,” Flaherty responded.

The incident caused so much consternation that Yankees GM Brian Cashman and manager Aaron Boone both asked about the awkward interaction afterward.

During the next day’s broadcast, Kay and Flaherty pushed back against the narrative that they hated each other, saying they bicker all the time and like each other very much, and eventually hugging it out in the booth.

Michael Kay and John Flaherty address Friday’s exchange on Saturday’s YES Network broadcast at Wrigley Field.

Meredith Marakovits adds, “Guys, you would not believe the chatter in the (Yankees) clubhouse today about the two of you.”

Kay: “Are you serious?” https://t.co/CoTWMrIgnUpic.twitter.com/FreBqEpxOW

— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) September 7, 2024

Even though they made it clear that there were no hard feelings, the presumption that the two have real animosity apparently lingers.

Kay wanted to make it abundantly clear this week that he and Flaherty remain close, even though their working relationship is now over.

“We’re still absolute friends,” Kay said.

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June 19 (UPI) -- While Royal Ascot was hosting some of the season's most epic battles this week, American racing prepared for a weekend that features the Grade III Ohio Derby at Thistledown and the Grade II Chicago Stakes at Churchill Downs.

Here's the scoop ...

Royal Ascot

Trainer Aidan O'Brien notched his 100th Royal Ascot victory in Thursday's Group 1 Gold Cup as 4-year-old Scandinavia caught 8-year-old pacesetting favorite and defending champion Trawlerman in the final strides to win by a head. Even the losing camp admitted the race was a classic thriller.

O'Brien typically downplayed his achievement. MV Magnier, one of the Coolmore partners who own the winner, had it in less humble perspective: "It is incredible -- for Aidan to get 100 winners here and win the Gold Cup. The king and queen are here. It is a very big deal."

It also was a very big deal for Scandinavia's sire, Justify. He also sired the first- and second-place finishers in Thursday's Chesham Stakes for 2-year-olds. As Justify stands at Coolmore's Ashford Stud in Kentucky for $200,000, it was a remarkable day for the organization all around.

While the 2 1/2-mile Gold Cup thrilled with a tight finish, Wednesday's featured Group 1 Prince of Wales's Stakes got the job done with an electric performance by Godolphin's superb Ombudsman.

The race billed itself as a showdown involving that one, the 1-2 finishers in last October's Arc d'Triomphe, Daryz and Minnie Hauk, and possibly Irish Tattersalls Gold Cup winner Almaqam.

Almaqam didn't fire, but with a furlong to go, it looked like a free-for-all involving the others -- until, that is, jockey William Buick gave Ombudsman his cue and he quickly drew off to win by 4 lengths. Minnie Hauk was second, Daryz third.

"The filly ran great. The Arc winner ran great. And probably the horse who won in Ireland [Almaqam] might not have run his race today," winning trainer John Gosden said. "But, overall, I thought it was one of the great performances of Ombudsman's career."

Buick added, "Today, he pleasantly surprised me a little with how well he did it and the feel he gave me. He was exceptional. It's very rare for a horse to do what he did."

The race was a "Win and You're In" for the Breeders' Cup Turf, but Gosden dashed any hopes Ombudsman might turn up on Halloween at Keeneland. "He's too good for a mile and a-half," he said.

The opening day feature, the Group 1 St James's Palace for 3-year-olds, ended in another nail-biter, with Guineas winner Bow Echo remaining undefeated by edging Guineas runner-up Gstaad by a short head.

"I think that was the first time Bow Echo got into a proper battle," winning trainer George Boughey said. "And, I think we'll see a better horse now that he's been in a scrap like that. He has done everything we've hoped. It's fine margins in this game. Luckily, he was on the right side of it.

Friday's Group 1 affairs are the Commonwealth Cup for 3-year-olds going 6 furlongs with a filly, Venetian Sun, taking on colts as the favorite in a field of 22 and the Coronation Cup for 3-year-old fillies with Coolmore stars Precise and True Love facing off.

Saturday could be International Day with Japanese star Satono Reve challenging Australians Joliestar and Overpass in the sole Group 1, the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at 6 furlongs.

Overpass finished third as the favorite in the Group 1 King Charles II Stakes on Day 1. Joliestar, the better fancied of the two, has waited in the wings to put her three-race win streak on the line.

Gather at the bandstand for a sing-along and see ya next year.

Back in North America

The 3-year-olds

The long string of post-Derby derbies moves to Thistledown, near Cleveland, for Saturday's $500,000 Grade III Ohio Derby, which drew a pretty nice field.

Among the hopefuls are Kentucky Derby third and Preakness fourth Ocelli, who remains a maiden after eight starts, and Chip Honcho, who was third in the Preakness. The favorite is Desert Gate, an Omaha Beach colt who won the Texas Derby by 6 1/4 lengths on Memorial Day. Nice race.

Churchill Downs

Saturday's $300,000 Grade III Chicago Stakes at Churchill Downs drew a field of eight fillies and mares to go 7 furlongs out of the backstretch chute.

The morning-line favorite is the Brad Cox-trained Eclatant, a 4-year-old Into Mischief filly looking to extend a two-race win streak that includes the Grade 1 Madison at Keeneland on April 4.

The main competition looks like the Bob Baffert-trained Usha. The 4-year-old daughter of Tiz the Law finished third in the Grade I Derby City Distaff on Derby Day and returned to win the Grade III Winning Colors on Memorial Day, three weeks later. Foie Gras and Lotsandlotsofcandy are tasty options.

Thistledown

The Ohio track supports the derby with Saturday's $250,000 Lady Jacqueline for fillies and mares at 1 1/8 miles. A field of nine is in from as far afield as California, Maryland and Kentucky.

Elsewhere

Monmouth Park, Laurel Park and Gulfstream Park have $100,000 stakes events Saturday. Aqueduct's feature is the Spectacular Bid Division of the New York Stallion Stakes.

Samsung is showcasing the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 cameras in collaboration with South African creators. Samsung South Africa teamed up with one of Mzansi’s leading film production companies to drop a short film.

The Korean tech giant has been quietly building something in the Galaxy A series for years. The Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G are the latest proof that AI-powered photography isn’t just for flagship phones anymore.

The short film is less product advertisement and more of a cultural document.

Director Lindo Langa helmed the project, and the result is genuinely cinematic. The film opens frozen, moments suspended just before the shutter clicks, then accelerates into the full kinetic energy of South African youth culture.

It’s the kind of brief you don’t expect from a mid-range phone launch. Content creators Dee Koala, Sine Madondo, Coachella Randy, and Jaedin Rhodes appear as themselves, doing exactly what they do in real life.

Designed to make everyday experiences simpler, smarter, and more intuitive, the new Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G reflect Samsung’s ongoing commitment to democratising artificial intelligence.

By expanding AI capabilities across more accessible devices, Samsung continues to empower users to do more with the technology in their hands, from capturing meaningful moments to enhancing everyday productivity.

Samsung is pushing AI camera capabilities down into devices that real people can afford. Not everyone is buying an S-series phone, and pretending otherwise is how you lose the next generation of customers.

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Pope Leo XIV is officially a Samsung guy; he rocks a Galaxy phone and wears a Galaxy Watch. When South Korean President Lee Jae-myung visited the Vatican earlier this week, he came away with more than diplomatic goodwill.

During their meeting, Pope Leo XIV held up a Black smartwatch and quizzed the President: “Do you know what this is?” It was a Samsung Galaxy Watch. The Pope then mentioned he also carries a Galaxy smartphone and drives a Hyundai.

For a man who could have his pick of any device, the choice is telling. While Silicon Valley’s flagship products dominate the pockets of most Western leaders and public figures, the leader of Catholics is running on Korean tech.

The Pope’s device preferences emerged as something of a lighthearted footnote to a substantive meeting that covered Korean Peninsula peace efforts, next year’s World Youth Day in Seoul, and a potential papal visit to North Korea.

Samsung’s Galaxy lineup has long held its ground as a premium alternative to Apple, and apparently, that reputation reaches all the way to the Holy See.

Whether by personal preference or happy coincidence, the first American Pope seems to have gone Korean when it counts.

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Samsung has officially confirmed that the Galaxy M47 5G will launch soon in India. The company has shared teaser videos on X, offering a brief look at the smartphone's design ahead of its launch. The teaser shows the Samsung Galaxy M47 5G with a matte Red/Maroon rear panel paired with a Black frame. The pill-shaped camera island is also outlined with matching red accents. Also visible are the triple rear cameras housed inside the module. While last year's Galaxy M36 5G also came with three rear cameras, the upcoming phone appears to have a slightly redesigned camera module. You...

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The ongoing issues at Xbox, with several studios at risk of being shut down (chiefly Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine Productions) and more layoffs sadly rumored to be on the way, have inevitably become a topic of discussion among industry members, even publicly. Replying to Duke Nukem creator George Broussard, who had wondered "where did Game Pass come from?", Moon Studios CEO Thomas Mahler (Ori, No Rest for the Wicked) tweeted his theory that Game Pass is "a little like Communism" in that it does not give developers the incentive to "go the extra mile". Ultimately, he mused, […]

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The Wildcat Lake chips are proving themselves to be worthy for ultra low-power and lightweight laptops. Wildcat Lake 5-Core Chip Goes Head to Head With 6-Core Apple A18 Chip In PassMark Apple MacBook Neo might be one of the most special releases from the company, powered by an entry-level chip that does everyday productivity tasks efficiently. The CPU bridges the gap between iPhone-tier mobile silicon and traditional Mac laptops, offering an affordable and "fanless" computing experience. Intel Wildcat Lake, on the other hand, brings a similar objective, offering powerful 5 and 6-core entry-level chips that bring the Cougar Cove and […]

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has named the most likely fighter to defeat , who remains unbeaten after having become a two-division undisputed champion. ‘The Monster’ unified all four major belts at 118lbs before moving up to super-bantamweight, where he has made seven straight defences of his undisputed crown. His most recent outing, against three-weight world champion Junto Nakatani, resulted […]

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Italy are at a crossroads and need to rebuild again after missing out on the World Cup for the third consecutive time. In this new episode of the Football Italia Summer Show, Lorenzo Bettoni and Richard Hall discuss who should remain in the Azzurri squad and who should be cut.

New day and new episode of the Football Italia Summer Show on YouTube.

Keep or drop? Assessing the future of the Italy national team

In our very first episode alongside TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton earlier this week, we discussed Roberto Mancini’s potential return as the Azzurri national team coach.

Today, we examine the options for the incoming Nazionale boss.

Starting from Gennaro Gattuso’s Italy squad for the World Cup play-off in March, Richard Hall and Lorenzo Bettoni named the Italy players who should be given a second chance and those who should not be part of the new project.

Check out our YouTube page for all the episodes of the Football Italia Summer Show and our daily transfer updates.

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Italy’s rebuild: Who stays and who goes?

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Sassuolo and Lega Serie A reacted to Ismael Koné’s horrific injury with the Canada national team, wishing him a speedy recovery: ‘We will get through this difficult time together,’ his club said.

Sassuolo midfielder Koné suffered a broken leg during Canada’s 6-0 win over Qatar in their second 2026 World Cup group stage game on Thursday.

Koné immediately underwent surgery in Vancouver, where he was visited by his teammate Moïse Bombito.

Koné scored six goals in 36 matches with Sassuolo during the 2025-26 season. He played a significant role for the Neroverdi in his first year in Serie A, and the Italian club sent him a message on social media following his injury.

“Get well soon, Isma,” Sassuolo wrote on X.

“We are close to you, and together we will get through this difficult time.”

Get well soon, Isma!

Ti siamo vicini e insieme supereremo questo momento difficile #ForzaSasol pic.twitter.com/KdTjlx5YNF

— U.S. Sassuolo (@SassuoloUS) June 19, 2026

Lega Serie A joined Sassuolo in wishing Koné a speedy recovery with a message posted on Facebook: “We’re gonna wait to see you again like this! Get well soon.”

The Serie A message came with a picture of Koné celebrating one of Canada’s goals against Qatar before his injury in the second half.

Koné’s recovery time remains unclear, but he’ll obviously miss several months of action with his club.

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti confirms he’ll ‘make some changes’ for the second World Cup group stage game against Haiti: ‘We have to find a solution.’

Brazil face Haiti in their second group stage game at the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, June 20 at 2:30 CET Friday, June 19 at 6:30 pm local time.

Ancelotti’s side had a disappointing start to the tournament, grabbing a 1-1 draw against Morocco, which dominated proceedings for much of the match.

Brazil vs. Haiti – Ancelotti confirms line-up changes

“The team can and must do more,” Ancelotti admitted at a pre-match press conference via Corriere dello Sport.

“We’ll make some changes, maybe bring in a fresher player. We need to improve our balance and the quality of our play. Make fewer steps wrong. We have the quality to do it, to play a fun game.

“I have no problem communicating initial training. Football has no secrets, but I prefer to tell the players first,” Ancelotti added.

“Against Morocco, the match didn’t go well and makes me a bit critical of the team. We have to find a solution. We have been working over the past few days to try to resolve the situation, and I believe we will succeed because I continue to trust that the team will be competitive in this World Cup.”

According to Gazzetta, Ancelotti will make three changes to the Brazil XI, but Endrick is expected to remain on the bench.

Douglas Santos is expected to replace Alex Sandro as left-back, Fabinho should replace Casemiro in central midfield, while Luiz Henrique will replace Paquetà, Gazzetta claims.

“We have to do many things well: defend with a low block, attack, exploit individual quality, be aggressive forward, lower the block, defend in our own area,” Ancelotti continued.

“Haiti is a very balanced team, with above all physical quality, well organised and with a rather clear system.

“They play good football given their characteristics. We must respect everyone because this is a World Cup and everyone is very motivated.”

Probable Brazil XI vs. Haiti (4-2-4): Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Douglas Santos; Fabinho, Bruno Guimarães; Raphinha, Vinícius, Matheus Cunha, Luiz Henrique.

Italy have failed to qualify for the World Cup, but many Serie A stars will feature in this summer’s tournament, and some of them will be looking for redemption after a disappointing season at a club level.

The World Cup can feel like jackpots slots sometimes: one lucky bounce, one perfect strike, and everything changes in an instant on football’s biggest stage.

Serie A stars looking for redemption at 2026 World Cup

Players who have failed to impress during the season might end up playing a vital role for their countries, scoring crucial goals or making crucial saves that football fans will remember for years.

Sixty-six Serie A players will feature at the 2026 World Cup, and Genoa centre-back Leo Ostigard recently became the first player from Italy’s top flight to score in the tournament.

Ostigard had a positive season with Genoa as the Rossoblu secured survival under the guidance of Azzurri legend Daniele De Rossi, but some of his Serie A colleagues are looking for a fresh start in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

Among them is Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku, who has only played 64 minutes for Napoli in 2026-27.

The Belgium international suffered a severe injury during the pre-season and then had a fallout with the club in March, when he refused to return from Belgium, where he remained during the international break to train individually.

Napoli first fined him, but then approved him to continue preparations after the World Cup break.

Lukaku played a key role in Belgium’s 1-1 draw against Egypt in their 2026 World Cup opener earlier this week, contributing to Egypt’s own goal just 30 minutes after being subbed on.

“Even if it went down as an own goal, Romelu’s presence was vital. We know how dangerous he can be for our opponent’s defence,” said his teammate Kevin De Bruyne.

“If we look at the other matches at this World Cup, though, nothing can be taken for granted, and no game is easy.”

Rudi Garcia, a former Napoli coach, added: “Lukaku could even have ended up with a brace with that header, but I am delighted for him, and the whole squad feels the same way. Lukaku is hugely important to us.”

Other Serie A stars looking for redemption at the World Cup include Milan wingers Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic.

The latter hasn’t yet scored a goal at a club level in 2026, while Leao already confirmed that he feels his time at the club is over and that he’ll be looking for a new challenge at the end of the World Cup.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Liverpool refuse to lower their €30m asking price for Curtis Jones, but Inter are still confident of reaching an agreement with the Reds as the Englishman wants to move to San Siro.

Inter continue to push to sign Liverpool midfielder Jones and are confident of reaching an agreement with the Reds in the coming days.

Latest Inter transfer updates: Jones and Solet

Gazzetta reports that Inter sent an opening €20m offer for the 25-year-old earlier this week, but Liverpool continue to ask for €30m and a sell-on clause.

The Nerazzurri are reportedly working to finalise a deal in the coming days as they hope Jones can start the pre-season under Cristian Chivu in less than a month.

Jones’ contract expires in a year, boosting Inter’s confidence that Liverpool will ultimately lower their asking price.

Gazzetta claims that Jones wants to move to Inter this summer.

The pink paper adds that the Nerazzurri have continued talks with Udinese over Oumar Solet and aim to bring the 26-year-old to San Siro in time for the start of the pre-season.

Inter have practically completed their first summer signing as they are finalising negotiations with Atalanta for Marco Palestra in a deal exceeding €50m.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Belgian midfielder Nathan De Cat.

According to TEAMtalk, Manchester United are also interested in signing the 17-year-old Anderlecht midfielder.

The defensive midfielder is highly rated across Europe and has a bright future. He could cost around €40 million this summer. Both Premier League clubs have the financial muscle to pay the asking price, and it remains to be seen whether they follow up on their interest with an official proposal.

Tottenham need a quality defensive midfielder who can protect the back four and control the tempo of the game from the deep. De Cat is an excellent passer from the deep, and he will help recycle possession.

Similarly, Manchester United need a replacement for Casemiro. They have been linked with multiple defensive midfielders in recent weeks.

Even though the 17-year-old might not be ready to start every week in the Premier League, he could still be a useful first player for now. He has all the tools to develop into a future star with the right guidance, and he could prove to be an asset for both clubs. The asking price seems reasonable for a player with his potential, and he could justify the investment in the long term.

Both Tottenham and Manchester United will be exciting destinations for the young midfielder. However, he needs to choose his next club carefully. He should look to join a team with a clear pathway for his development, and he will also need first-team opportunities.

It remains to be seen where he ends up.

Clubs like Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig, and VfB Stuttgart are also keeping tabs on the youngster.

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Manchester United are reportedly willing to keep Luke Shaw beyond his current contract, but only if the experienced left-back accepts a reduced salary.

According to The Sun, Shaw is entering the final year of his deal at Old Trafford, and his contract does not include an option for an extra season.

The 30-year-old currently earns around £200,000 per week, but United are not expected to offer the same level of wages if fresh talks take place.

That reflects a wider shift in United’s squad-building approach.

The club are trying to avoid carrying big wages for ageing players unless the terms are heavily performance-based or financially sensible.

Loyalty versus long-term planning

Shaw’s situation is not simple. On one hand, United are already looking for a long-term left-back, with the defender set to be 32 before the 2027-28 season begins.

That makes it logical for the club to plan ahead rather than wait until his decline becomes obvious.

On the other hand, Shaw gave United a major reminder of his value last season. He became only the fifth Man United player in the Premier League era to start all 38 league games in a single campaign.

After years of injury concerns, that level of availability was a big statement.

United’s official website confirmed in 2023 that Shaw signed a deal until 2027, while Sky Sports also covered that contract extension at the time.

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Man United could offer Maguire-type deal to Shaw

If United decide to keep Shaw, the club may look at a structure similar to Harry Maguire’s recent renewal, lower guaranteed wages, with bonuses and performance clauses included.

That would be a fair compromise. Shaw remains one of United’s most experienced defenders and can still offer quality when fit, but the club also need to protect themselves financially.

This feels less like a decision about loyalty and more like a test of United’s new discipline.

Shaw may still have a role, but only on terms that suit the club’s future.

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Liverpool’s summer business is only just getting started, with the club reportedly targeting several more signings after triggering the €40m release clause for Osasuna winger Victor Muñoz.

According to Football Insider, Liverpool are now pursuing a central midfielder, centre-back and right-back as part of a wider rebuild under new head coach Andoni Iraola.

That shows the Muñoz deal is not being treated as a one-off move, but as the first step in a more aggressive transfer plan.

Liverpool moved quickly to land the 22-year-old Spain international, with Reuters reporting that the Reds paid his €40m release clause and handed him a six-year contract.

The Guardian also reported that Liverpool beat Newcastle to the signing, giving Iraola his first arrival since taking charge.

Midfield and defense now in focus at Liverpool

The next phase could be even more important. Liverpool need extra control in midfield, especially if Iraola wants a team capable of pressing aggressively while still managing games with the ball.

Centre-back is another area to watch. Ibrahima Konaté’s move to Real Madrid has left a major gap, and Liverpool cannot rely only on Virgil van Dijk’s experience.

They need another defender with pace, strength and composure in possession.

Right-back is also on the agenda, which makes sense after recent uncertainty around the position.

Liverpool need depth, but they also need a player who can handle the physical demands of Iraola’s system.

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A rebuild with a clear pattern

What stands out is the profile Liverpool appear to be targeting. Muñoz brings pace, versatility and intensity, exactly the qualities Iraola values.

If the club now add a midfielder, centre-back and right-back with similar athletic traits, this could quickly become a very different Liverpool side.

The message is clear: Liverpool are not just adding talent. They are reshaping the squad around speed, aggression and tactical flexibility.

The Muñoz deal may be the headline today, but the real rebuild is still to come.

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Liverpool are interested in signing Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram during the summer transfer window.

The 25-year-old has been linked with the move away from Juventus this summer, and Manchester United are also interested in him. According to the Italian publication Corriere Dello Sport, Liverpool has reignited their interest in the player.

They wanted to sign the French international while he was in Ligue 1. Jurgen Klopp was keen on signing the player, but the move never really materialised. It seems that Liverpool is now prepared to bring him to the club.

They need more control, physicality and composure in the middle of the park. There is no doubt that the 25-year-old could be a handy option for them. He is at the peak of his career, and this could be the right time for him to take on a new challenge as well. He has the technical attributes and physicality to do well in the Premier League, and he could be a very useful player for Liverpool.

It remains to be seen whether the Premier League outfit can secure a reasonable deal with Juventus.

Meanwhile, Manchester United need more quality in the middle of the park as well. They have secured Champions League qualification for the upcoming campaign, and they need better players at their disposal to do well in England and Europe.

Thuram has shown his quality in France and Italy. He will look to compete for trophies, and moving to the Premier League would be ideal. Liverpool and Manchester United are among the biggest clubs in the world. It remains to be seen where he ends up.

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Manchester United may have made Mateus Fernandes one of their main midfield targets, but the club are not putting all their hopes on one deal.

According to Ben Jacobs, United still have other options in mind if they fail to sign the West Ham United midfielder this summer.

Speaking about the situation, Jacobs said:

“If they don’t get him, I still think there’s legs to the Carlos Baleba situation and keep an eye on Sander Berge, who’s another player that Manchester United have discussed in recent weeks.”

That gives a clear picture of United’s thinking. Fernandes remains the priority, but Old Trafford officials know West Ham’s asking price will not make the deal easy.

The Guardian has reported that West Ham value him at around £80m, despite the club’s relegation and financial pressure.

Why the Brighton option still appeals to Man United

Baleba would be a very different kind of target. The Brighton midfielder is powerful, aggressive and excellent at carrying the ball through pressure.

United have admired him before, and his profile fits the kind of athletic midfield rebuild the club have been trying to complete.

The problem is Brighton. They rarely sell cheaply, especially when a young player has Premier League experience and long-term upside.

For that reason, Baleba may be just as difficult as Fernandes unless Brighton soften their stance.

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Sander Berge offers a safer route

Berge would be the more experienced and possibly more affordable alternative.

The Fulham midfielder may not carry the same excitement as Fernandes or Baleba, but he would bring size, composure and Premier League know-how.

That could appeal to United if they decide they need a reliable midfield option rather than another expensive gamble.

Sky Sports previously reported that United had looked at Berge before his move to Fulham, so the interest is not new.

Man United’s midfield plan looks flexible. Fernandes is the headline target, but if West Ham refuse to lower their price, Baleba and Berge could quickly become serious Plan B options.

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The Texas Tech-Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal came to an unceremonious conclusion with Sorsby opting to leave college football entirely. After fighting tooth and nail for months to overturn his gambling probe-related ban from the NCAA, Sorsby ultimately applied to the NFL’s supplemental draft, ending a lengthy legal and PR battle.

As the quarterback turns his attention to the NFL, his agent, Ron Slavin, is making his feelings clear about the media’s overarching reaction to the saga.

“Everybody loves to have an opinion. I’m so tired of watching people get on TV and blab their mouth when they have no idea what they’re talking about,” Slavin said on Shan & RJ. “Unfortunately, it’s not just in Brendan’s situation; it’s in most situations.

“Unless you’re Brendan or Brendan’s family or myself and my team, nobody really knows what happened. The opinions out there were, you would have thought this kid committed major crimes and did the horrible things. The reality is, as an 18 year old, he made some bad decisions from his dorm room when he wasn’t traveling with the team in Indiana.”

Slavin pointed toward the widespread prevalence of gambling advertisements as leaving young people susceptible to the pitfalls of betting.

“The predatory world of gambling, where you turn 18 and deposit $5 you get a free $100. Every single show on TV, every single radio show, everything is sponsored by a gambling site. So, it’s a scary world we’re living in. These kids have all been raised now with phones in their hands. So, it’s real easy to get on an app and place a bet.”

Slavin isn’t alone in this feeling. Colin Cowherd echoed his sentiment, saying on his podcast that “Sorsby’s a college kid who grew up in the first gambling generation. Of course, this was going to happen.” Pardon the Interruption’s Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon also called out the hypocrisy. Still, regardless of whether the media’s or the NCAA’s ties to gambling are a part of the cause, athletes betting on their teams and compromising the integrity of games is a symptom that has to be treated.

Sorsby’s situation has cast doubt on the NCAA’s ability to proactively do so moving forward, but if efforts to get things under control don’t start soon, Sorsby is bound to be case-zero, rather than a one-off.

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The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico will see a historic milestone in FIFA’s history reached.

The tournament is now in full swing, and the group-stage matches are coming thick and fast.

On June 20, Japan and Tunisia are set to face off in a Group F clash, and that game will be the 1,000th World Cup tie in FIFA’s history.

Referee gifted a special shirt to mark 1,000th FIFA game

FIFA have appointed Romanian referee Istvan Kovacs to take charge of the 1,000th match.

Ahead of the tie, the organisation have presented the official with a special Adidas match shirt that features gold sleeve stripes and a ‘Match 1000’ patch to mark the historic moment.

FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee Pierluigi Collina has also commented on the milestone.

In a statement on the organisation’s website, he said: “We selected the referee that we think is the best referee for this match. And of course, by coincidence, he is also appointed for the 1,000th match.

“So, for him, it is something extra, something special on top. Refereeing a FIFA World Cup match is always a huge privilege, it’s a great honour.

“Certainly, becoming part of the history of football – part of the history of the FIFA World Cup, being appointed to and being on the field of play to officiate the match number 1,000 is definitely something extra.

“We decided to create a special match kit to celebrate this match and it’s a nice one with some golden details; stripes and a patch with the trophy and the number 1,000 on it.”

FIFA’s first World Cup took place all the way back in 1930 and saw Uruguay emerge as the winners.

During that tournament, the first two matches were played at the same time. One saw France beat Mexico 4-1 and the other saw the USA beat Belgium 3-0.

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LONDON (AP) — Nos. 9 and 11 batters Matthew Fisher and Sonny Baker frustrated New Zealand and reduced England's deficit on the third morning of The Oval test on Friday.

New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry claimed a five-wicket haul thanks to three sharp catches in the first 35 minutes. England was 238-9 then and New Zealand would have expected to be batting long before lunch.

But Fisher, in his second test, and Baker, on debut, with no test runs between them, stubbornly refused to follow the script. Their every run was cheered on by a packed, sun-baked crowd.

Fisher led with 48 of their 53 runs together but Baker resisted 35 deliveries for his 4. On the 36th, Baker edged Kyle Jamieson to second slip five minutes before lunch and England's first innings was finally over at 291, trailing New Zealand by, still, a healthy 100 runs.

When the last pair of Fisher and Baker started together, England was 153 behind. To that point, New Zealand had exceeded expectations.

Jordan Cox added five runs to his overnight 22 then was out trying to casually flick Henry past Tom Latham at midwicket. As England's last senior batter, Cox's soft dismissal seemed to be a serious blow to getting close to New Zealand's total.

Only the England tail was left.

Jofra Archer was out to an incredible catch by wicketkeeper Tom Blundell up at the stumps, and Josh Tongue was caught on a second attempt, one-handed, by Nathan Smith falling backwards.

Henry, New Zealand's senior seamer, was reduced by back spasms to a spectator in the first test at Lord's but roared back here with his seventh test 5-for, and sixth 5-for in his last 12 tests.

Fisher almost ran himself and Baker out early in their stand but settled. His sixth boundary brought up his fifty off 77 balls and drew the crowd to their feet 10 minutes before lunch. He was stranded there when Baker gave Jamieson his first wicket of the innings.

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Morocco is set to take the field in Foxborough for the first time, and excitement is already building across Massachusetts — especially in the North Shore city of Revere, where a large Moroccan community is preparing to cheer on its team together.

A watch party is planned on Shirley Avenue starting at 3 p.m. for fans who don’t have tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Scotland but still want to be part of the atmosphere.

In the lead-up to the game, crowds have already gathered around Boston, including a group that met outside City Hall Plaza earlier this week to celebrate and show support for Morocco.

Many told Boston 25 they planned to either head to the official Boston Fan Fest or join community watch parties, such as the one in Revere.

At a local Moroccan bakery, one Revere man who moved to Massachusetts in 2019 said the World Cup has sparked pride and brought people together.

“Morocco is doing well this World Cup. The first game was great for us, even if it was like a tie,” Khlid said. “There is a lot of community, like the Moroccan community, in Revere. And a lot of Moroccans are coming from Morocco too.”

Watch party details

• Location: Shirley Avenue, Revere
• Start time: 3 p.m.
• End time: 9 p.m.

With kickoff in Foxborough set for later in the evening, organizers say the watch party will give fans a chance to celebrate their team — and their culture — in a community setting.

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Liverpool have had an offer for Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig turned down.

They are hoping to sign the 19-year-old this summer and have presented a €100 million package. However, the German outfit has decided to turn down the proposal and is holding out for more.

According to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool plans to return with an improved offer very soon. They are determined to get the deal done and believe that agreeing on personal terms with the player will not be a problem.

They are hoping to secure an agreement with his club now.

Diomande is one of the best young attacking players in the world right now, and he has been exceptional in the Bundesliga. He has registered 23 goal contributions across all competitions, and his numbers will only improve when he’s playing on a better team with better players.

It is no secret that Liverpool needs more quality on the flanks, and the African could add a new dimension to the attacking unit. He is exceptional at carrying the ball, taking on players, and beating them in one-on-one situations.

Liverpool have looked quite predictable in the final third last season, and they need some unpredictability. Someone like Diomande could transform them in the attacking unit.

They have already signed Victor Munoz to add more pace and flair in the final third, and the addition of Diomande could take their attack to the next level.

The young winger could be attracted to the idea of joining Liverpool as well. It would be a major step up for him. Regular exposure in the Premier League could accelerate his development.

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Arsenal are reportedly one step away from signing Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga, with confidence growing that a deal can be completed.

According to journalist Nicolo Schira, the 16-year-old winger has already agreed personal terms with Arsenal and wants to make the move to North London.

All parties involved are believed to be optimistic that the transfer can be finalised.

That is a major statement from Arsenal, not because this is a signing for the starting XI immediately, but because it shows how aggressively the club are trying to secure elite young talent before rivals can move.

Monga, born in 2009, is regarded as one of the brightest prospects in English football and has already played senior football for Leicester.

Arsenal have been scouting Monga for some time

Monga is a left-sided attacker with pace, close control and confidence in one-v-one situations.

Transfermarkt lists him as a left winger, while the Premier League profile confirms he has already been involved at senior level.

Reports from The Sun claim Arsenal have been locked in talks with Leicester over a deal that could be worth around £10m.

For a 16-year-old, that is a serious fee, but Arsenal clearly believe his ceiling is high enough to justify the gamble.

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This is exactly the kind of recruitment Arsenal have been trying to build under Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta.

The club already have Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman as examples of how young talent can be developed in the right environment.

Monga would not need to be rushed. He could grow through the academy, train with senior players and gradually earn opportunities if he adapts quickly.

Arsenal appear close to landing one of Leicester’s most exciting young players.

It may not be the biggest transfer of the summer, but it could become one of the smartest.

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Manchester City are reportedly growing increasingly confident of completing a deal for Elliot Anderson, with the transfer now moving into its final stages after weeks of behind-the-scenes work.

According to Fabrizio Romano, City believe they can get the agreement done, with a new round of talks expected to take place.

If everything goes to plan, the England midfielder would undergo a medical in the United States before officially joining the club.

That detail is important because Anderson is currently involved with England at the World Cup, meaning any medical would likely need to be arranged around international commitments.

It also shows how far City have pushed the process. Clubs do not usually prepare medical plans unless there is real confidence that a deal can be finalised.

A statement midfield signing from Man City

City’s interest is easy to understand.

Anderson has become one of the most exciting English midfielders in the Premier League, combining energy, ball-carrying quality and maturity beyond his years.

He is the type of player who can fit into a possession-heavy team while still adding bite and directness.

Earlier reports from The Guardian suggested Man City were already favourites for the midfielder despite Manchester United’s interest.

That makes this move feel like another example of City acting decisively when they identify a priority target.

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For Man City, this is not just about adding depth.

The midfield has needed refreshing, especially with key players ageing or facing uncertain futures.

Anderson would bring a younger English core to the squad and could be developed into a long-term starter.

The fee is expected to be huge, but City clearly believe his ceiling justifies the investment.

In my opinion, this is the kind of signing that could look expensive now but smart in two or three years if he develops as expected.

The deal is not officially complete, but City are pushing hard, confidence is growing, and the next round of talks could prove decisive.

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Iran is set to lodge an official complaint with FIFA over travel restrictions that the country’s soccer team is facing at the 2026 World Cup.

Amir Ghalenoei, the head coach of Iran’s team, has said his players are “the most oppressed” at the tournament.

The Iran team is allowed to fly into the U.S. one day before their matches, and must leave the country on the same day under the conditions of their visas.

On Friday, the Football Federation of Iran (FFIRI) said: “The football federation of Iran believes that such restrictions are inconsistent with the principle of providing equal conditions for all participating teams and may negatively affect teams’ preparation processes.

“Consequently, the federation will formally express its dissatisfaction and lodge an official complaint with FIFA through the appropriate channels.”

Iran’s involvement in the World Cup was plagued with uncertainty this year amid the conflict with the U.S. But President Donald Trump and President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an initial peace deal aimed at ending the war this week.

Newsweek contacted FIFA for comment outside of normal business hours.

This is a developing story. More to follow.

With the 2026 World Cup taking place in North America, the debate around whether the sport should be called football or soccer is raging once more.

The modern version of football was popularised in Europe, and on that continent, it is called by its original name.

Only some nations refer to the sport as soccer, one of which is the United States. Now, former USMNT player Alexi Lalas has explained he will never change his mind and call it football.

Alexi Lalas will not call football soccer

The ex-player, who made 96 appearances for the USA in the 90s, responded to a tweet from a fan talking about why he still calls it soccer.

The fan stated: “Alexi we need to talk about you continuing to call the sport ‘soccer’ cmon man.. you could bridge the gap. Even the US players call it ‘football’ in overseas interviews out of respect.”

However, Lalas was unmoved by the comment and said it is ‘cringe’ to start saying football if you previously grew up referring to the sport as soccer.

He stated: “Yeah… that’s not gonna happen. I call it soccer. I own it proudly. I never apologize for it.

“If you grew up calling it soccer and changed out of insecurity or some misguided belief it makes you more authentic/credible… it doesn’t. It’s cringe. It makes you look like a weak poser.”

In the US, football is, of course, used to refer to American football and the NFL, which is a different sport altogether.

There would perhaps be some confusion if everyone in the country started to call both sports football. But that does seem unlikely to happen anytime soon.

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Knicks ownerJames Dolan reportedly had a verbal clash with NYC MayorZohran Mamdani last week. The tense interaction occurred when the duo met at City Hall to conclude the Knicks’ championship parade. They spoke at the ticker-tape parade and rally at City Hall on Thursday.

James Dolan seemingly takes swipe at Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani seemingly clashed with the Knicks’ owner, James Dolan, after the latter said in an interview that the New York City mayor is not a real fan of the team. During his speech at City Hall, Mamdani praised the Knicks’ history with a shout-out to the team’s former player, Charles Oakley, who has been publicly in a legal battle with Dolan.

Following Mamdani’s speech, Dolan seemingly took a jab at the NYC mayor. “I don’t need your vote,” the Knicks owner told the crowd. “I don’t need to quote to you what happened. If you’re real Knicks fans, you know it already,” he added.

Mamdani then went on to issue keys to the city to several staff members and players, including Dolan. However, the MSG Network CEO appeared to avoid a photo op with Mamdani. The pair did shake hands at the time.

The report comes just days after Dolan confirmed that the New York Knicks have accepted an invitation to the White House following their recent NBA Championship victory. Speaking with WFAN New York on Wednesday, the Knicks owner said, “We just did receive an invitation from [the] White House, which we accepted. We still have to figure out the details.”

Dolan also spoke about his friendship with Donald Trump during the interview. “I invited the President to come down for the game,” he said, adding, “He is a friend. I’ve known him for 30 years, and I’m very proud to bring the team to the White House.”

The President attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where he was booed by the crowd.

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A new market report reveals that the global smartwatch market has returned to growth, with major brands gaining momentum. Samsung took a different path in Q1 2026, with smartwatch shipments facing a steep decline.

According to Counterpoint Research, the global smartwatch shipments grew 4% YoY in Q1 2026. Analysts believe Apple was the key driver given its newest Watch portfolio, along with growing demand for premium devices.

Samsung was the only smartwatch brand that flagged a massive downturn in its shipments in Q1 2026. The company’s market share declined from 7 percent in Q1 2025 to 5 percent in the first quarter of the year.

The shipment data reveals that Galaxy Watch shipments declined 28 percent YoY. It signals that the company’s wearable strategy requires revisions. A new set of watches is coming next month, and market share is expected to rise.

Apple led the worldwide smartwatch market with 23 percent market share. The US tech giant flagged a steep growth of 21 percent year-on-year. The momentum will continue as Q3 is set to welcome the next-gen wearables.

Huawei also grew 12 percent, with the company’s market share jumping from 16 percent in Q1 2025 to 17 percent in Q1 2026. The Chinese brand ranked second, thanks to aggressive marketing and push from key markets.

The growth of the Chinese market, led by Huawei’s ecosystem push and government subsidies, encouraged consumer upgrades and strengthened overall demand.

Xiaomi maintained its third spot and 10 percent market share in Q1 2026’s smartwatch market. The company’s overall smartwatch shipments grew 9 percent year over year.

imoo was the fourth largest smartwatch vendor in the first quarter, retaining 7 percent market share with 2 percent YoY growth.

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Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A27 soon. While the company has yet to announce a launch date, nearly everything else about the smartphone has already leaked. Now, a fresh batch of renders has surfaced online, giving us another look at the phone’s design and colors. The latest renders show the Samsung Galaxy A27 in Black, Blue, and Light Pink color options, all of which have surfaced in previous leaks. Still, they offer another good look at the phone's design ahead of its official debut. Galaxy A27 in Black and Blue In addition to these three finishes, the Galaxy A27 is...

The first proper look at Atlus's Persona 4 Revival arrived earlier this month during the Xbox Games Showcase, but the Japanese developer provided a more in-depth look at the remake of the fourth entry in the series launching on February 18, 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S (including Xbox Game Pass) in a dedicated livestream which showcased its key features, including some new combat features that are set to make some underutilized mechanics more worthwhile to use. The Persona 4 Revival broadcast provided a good overview of what to expect to see in the game, going over […]

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Between 2020 and 2025, Sony pursued a substantial strategic shift: releasing its prized PlayStation exclusives on PC, albeit often with a significant delay, to maximize profit and reach a new audience. Here's a list of all the games that were released during this timeframe: Game PC launch Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition August 7, 2020 Days Gone May 18, 2021 God of War January 14, 2022 Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered August 12, 2022 Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales November 18, 2022 Sackboy: A Big Adventure October 27, 2022 Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection October 19, 2022 Returnal February 15, 2023 The Last […]

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Right on schedule, Korean developer Pearl Abyss released a new patch for Crimson Desert on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, utilizing its custom Blackspace Engine to further enhance side characters while reducing load times and fulfilling more community wishes, including new decoration options for the player's house, or rather the area outside it. Patch 1.12 allows players to decorate the area outside their house, adding 2 new tools that can be used to craft items and 58 new items, including fountains and wells. These items, however, cannot be crafted without first getting crafting manuals from shops, claw machines, […]

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has revealed his contingency plan for if the showdown falls through, outlining his desire to become a three-time world heavyweight champion. The two Brits are set to collide after their respective next outings, yet no specific date or location has been announced for their long-awaited clash. What has been confirmed, however, is that Joshua will […]

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Ismael Koné underwent surgery after suffering a broken leg in Canada’s 6-0 World Cup win over Qatar last night and was immediately visited at the hospital by his compatriot Moïse Bombito.

Canada’s first-ever World Cup win, inspired by Jonathan David’s hat-trick last night, was marred by a horrific injury suffered by Sassuolo midfielder Koné.

Canada reactions as Koné suffers horrific injury

The 24-year-old was stretchered off following a reckless challenge from Assim Madibo, who was immediately confronted by some of Koné’s teammates and then received a straight red card after a VAR check.

“You could hear the bone snap,” said Canada coach Jesse Marsch via The Athletic.

“Your heart goes out to him. Everybody’s shaken for him.”

Ten minutes after Koné’s injury, Nathan Saliba scored a free-kick goal for Canada and celebrated by holding up Koné’s No.8 shirt.

“Koné means everything to this team,” said Juventus and Canada striker David.

“If you ask the same question to any guy on this team, they will tell you the same. He is someone that we love a lot.”

Koné immediately underwent surgery at a Vancouver Hospital and was visited by his teammate Bombito, who then shared a picture on Instagram.

Il Corriere dello Sport reports that Nico Paz’s decision to remain at Como in 2026-27 has upset Real Madrid, which still want the Argentine to return to the Bernabeu unless the Serie A club pay €60m.

Il Corriere dello Sport reports that Real Madrid are unhappy with Nico Paz’s decision to remain at Como in 2026-27.

Nico Paz’s transfer decision upsets Real Madrid

AS.com in Spain reported earlier this week that Paz had opted to stay at the Stadio Sinigaglia for one more year, given that Real Madrid are bringing in several experienced players, including Bernardo Silva, which will raise the competition for a starting spot in attack next season.

Italian sources such as Sky Sport Italia and Fabrizio Romano had been more cautious, saying that Como were confident of retaining Paz, but adding that the Serie A side and Real Madrid were in talks to determine the best transfer formula.

Technically, Nico Paz is a Como player, having completed a permanent transfer from Real Madrid two years ago.

Real Madrid, however, have an option to bring him back until 2027.

If they sign him this summer, they’ll need to pay €10m, while the fee for the next campaign is €11m.

Corriere dello Sport adds that Como will be entitled to a 50% sell-on clause if Paz remains with the club beyond the summer.

The Italian newspaper claims that Real Madrid still want to bring the Argentine back to the club this summer by activating their clause and have warned Como that the only way to retain him permanently is by paying €60m.

Juventus striker Jonathan David has made history for Canada, becoming the country’s first player to score a hat-trick at a World Cup, but Sassuolo midfielder Ismael Koné suffered a serious injury in a 6-0 win over Qatar.

Canada secured a comfortable 6-0 win over Qatar in their second group stage game at the 2026 World Cup last night.

Juventus striker David makes Canada history at World Cup

Juventus striker David took centre stage by scoring a hat-trick, becoming the first-ever Canadian player to score three goals in a World Cup match.

There was, however, also bad news for one of the World Cup’s host countries as Sassuolo midfielder Koné suffered a broken leg eight minutes into the second half with Canada leading 3-0.

Assim Madibo’s reckless challenge led to Koné’s injury. The player from Qatar initially received a yellow card, but this was quickly upgraded to a red card after a VAR review.

 “Ismael is such a great kid – he’s so imperfect, but that’s part of why you love him,” said Canada coach Jesse Marsch via The Sun.

“Because he can do great things that nobody else can do, then the next moment he loses concentration. He embodies us as a team, it’s a huge loss for us. He’ll be fine; we’ll get him good doctors and get him back, but that kid is a big part of our future and everything we do.”

Both Koné and David have just terminated their first season in Serie A.

David scored eight goals in 46 appearances across all competitions with Juventus, while Koné netted six times in 36 matches with Sassuolo.

David is now the World Cup’s top-goal scorer, but according to recent reports in Italy, Juventus are open to offers for the Canada international this summer.

According to Gazzetta, however, David wants to remain at Juventus and fight for a starting spot in 2026-27.

Catch our latest Transfer Show on YouTube, where we break down the latest updates on David and the newest transfer news from Serie A.

You can watch the full episode below.

Igor Protti’s family has announced the death of the former Italian striker at the age of 58 and, in accordance with his wishes, shared his final message: ‘This wonderful journey, like every match, has reached the final whistle.’

Former Italian striker Protti died last night, aged 58.

Ex-Italian striker Protti dies at 58

His family confirmed the news in a statement published on his official Instagram page: “With immense sorrow, the family announces that Igor passed away during the night,” the statement reads.

In accordance with Protti’s wishes, the family also published a farewell message from the ex-striker: “This wonderful journey, like every match, has reached the final whistle. It is difficult to find words that can explain it, the only thing I can do is thank my great and wonderful family, whom I have loved dearly.

“I also want to thank all the people who cared for me and stood by my side, and all the supporters of the teams I played for, for the affection and love they always showed me, which I wholeheartedly returned. Hoping this is a see you again rather than a farewell.”

Protti revealed in July 2025 that he had been diagnosed with cancer, which, by September, had spread to his vertebrae. At the end of last month, he walked his daughter down the aisle on her wedding day.

A former striker for Livorno, Messina, Bari, Napoli and Lazio, among others, Protti was, along with Dario Hubner, the only player to become the Capocannoniere in each of the top-three Italian leagues: Serie A, Serie B and Serie C.

To date, he’s also the only player to finish as the Serie A leading scorer while playing for a team that was relegated in the same season (Bari).

During his playing career, Protti scored 48 goals in 144 Serie A matches.

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Tottenham have no plans to sell Micky van de Ven this summer, despite reported interest from Liverpool and Barcelona.

According to Fabrizio Romano, there is currently no move being planned to either club, with Spurs viewing the Dutch centre-back as a key part of their project under Roberto De Zerbi.

The message from North London appears clear: Van de Ven is not on the market.

That will come as a major boost for Tottenham supporters.

After a difficult season, Spurs are trying to rebuild their identity under De Zerbi, and keeping their best defenders is just as important as signing new players.

Van de Ven’s pace, recovery defending and ability to carry the ball from the back make him almost tailor-made for a coach who wants to play aggressive, front-foot football.

Roberto De Zerbi sees him as essential

Van de Ven has already spoken positively about De Zerbi’s influence.

In an interview with Tottenham’s official website, he revealed that the Spurs boss told him: “I’m going to rely on you.” That quote says a lot about his importance.

Liverpool have been linked with the defender before, while Barcelona have also been mentioned as admirers.

Football Insider previously reported that Tottenham were very reluctant to entertain offers, even with interest from top clubs.

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From Tottenham’s point of view, selling Van de Ven would make little sense.

Spurs have already been active in defense, with the club officially confirming the signing of Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.

Tottenham’s position is firm, Van de Ven is central to De Zerbi’s plans, Liverpool and Barcelona are not expected to make progress, and Spurs want to build around him rather than cash in.

It may not be Tottenham’s Dutchman but Liverpool are targeting a move for a new centre-back, particularly after the departure of Ibrahima Konate to Real Madrid, and they are expected to speed up their search soon.

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The 2026/27 Premier League campaign is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, 22 August 2026.

The fixtures for the upcoming Premier League campaign have now been released.

The season will conclude on Sunday, 30 May 2027, with all matches taking place at the same time, in line with tradition.

Compared to the previous season, the league will begin a week later. This adjustment has been made to ease pressure on players amid an increasingly packed international football schedule. The revised start date ensures an 89-day gap following the end of the prior season and allows 33 days after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The season’s closing fixtures will take place one week before the UEFA Champions League final, which is set for Saturday, 5 June 2027.

Arsenal handed a favourable start

Premier League champions Arsenal have been handed a favourable start, and they will begin their title defence against the newly promoted side, Coventry City, at home.

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— HandofArsenal (@HandofArsenal) June 19, 2026

On the other hand, Chelsea will begin their Premier League campaign with an away game against London rivals, Fulham.

Revealing our 2026/27 Premier League fixtures! pic.twitter.com/gCEZWapiJy

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 19, 2026

Roberto De Zerbi has been handed a tricky start with his team facing Brentford away in their opening game and then Newcastle United at home.

It all starts here.

Our 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have landed pic.twitter.com/Vey1eucCSo

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) June 19, 2026

Manchester United will be up against the newly promoted Hull City in their first game of the Premier League campaign.

Manchester united fixtures pic.twitter.com/MDwqaU4e2c

— Mr Crazy (@Melchizedek2000) June 19, 2026

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Manchester City will begin their season against Bournemouth at home before travelling away for a match against Crystal Palace.

Our 2026/27 @premierleague fixtures pic.twitter.com/iCBjQbrYF9

— Manchester City (@ManCity) June 19, 2026

Liverpool have been handed a tricky start to the Premier League campaign and they will take on Newcastle United away from home on opening day.

Our 2026/27 @premierleague schedule in full pic.twitter.com/lyegCyXgFg

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 19, 2026

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According to OPTA, Liverpool and Leeds United have been handed the joint-toughest start of any Premier League teams. After a disappointing season last year, Liverpool will look to bounce back strongly and newly appointed manager Andoni Iraola is set for a baptism of fire.

Looking at the first 10 for each team, Fulham supposedly have the ‘kindest’ set of fixtures, while Brighton, Leeds United and Liverpool have the joint toughest. pic.twitter.com/qk6arrhG9z

— Opta Analyst (@OptaAnalyst) June 19, 2026

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Tottenham Hotspur’s summer plans are growing more ambitious, with the club reportedly interested in signing West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes as well as Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali.

According to journalist David Ornstein, Spurs are among the clubs keen on Fernandes, with their interest separate from their pursuit of Tonali.

That is an important detail because it suggests Roberto De Zerbi is not simply choosing between the two midfielders. Instead, he appears to want a complete midfield reset.

De Zerbi’s influence is clear. The Italian coach wants players who can handle the ball under pressure, move possession quickly and give Spurs more control in central areas.

Fernandes fits that idea perfectly. He is young, technically sharp and has already shown he can cope with Premier League intensity despite West Ham’s difficult campaign.

Man United threat makes the race harder

The problem for Tottenham is competition.

Manchester United have also been strongly linked with Fernandes, and Old Trafford interest could make this a much more expensive race.

West Ham are expected to demand a huge fee, with reports suggesting they value the Portugal midfielder at around £80m.

That figure is high, but it reflects both his potential and the fact that several clubs are watching him.

For Spurs, this is where timing matters. If they move quickly, they may be able to position themselves as a serious alternative to Man United.

If they wait too long, West Ham could use the competition to drive the price even higher.

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Tottenham’s pursuit of Tonali is even more complicated.

Newcastle do not want to lose one of their key midfielders cheaply, and a deal would likely require a massive fee.

Still, the fact Spurs are looking at both players says a lot about their ambition under De Zerbi. This is not just about adding depth.

It is about changing the entire personality of the midfield. Tottenham’s plan looks bold but difficult.

Fernandes would bring long-term technical quality, while Tonali would add elite-level authority.
If Spurs could land even one of them, it would be a major statement.

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Liverpool completed the €40 million signing of Victor Munoz from Osasuna yesterday.

The 22-year-old is currently away with the Spanish national team on World Cup duty, and he has picked up a muscle injury.

We have agreed a deal to sign Victor Munoz from Osasuna, subject to a successful work permit application and international clearance

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 18, 2026

According to a report from Cadena Ser, the 22-year-old attacker was already recovering from a knock he had carried over from last season, but his recovery has been delayed after he picked up another muscle problem. The report states that it is unclear when the player will return to action and that he will be carefully monitored during that time.

“During the planned and individualized recovery process, an additional muscle injury has occurred that will delay his return to competition. His availability for the upcoming matches will depend on the evolution of his symptoms,” the RFEF medical team reported in a statement.

Munoz had an impressive season with Osasuna, registering 15 goal contributions across all competitions. The 22-year-old would have expected to make his mark in the World Cup with his country. He is an exciting young talent, and Spain could certainly use his explosive pace and flair from the flanks.

Meanwhile, Liverpool will certainly hope that the injury is not serious, and he can return to action quickly.

Liverpool are in desperate need of quality wide players, and they have decided to invest in the 22-year-old. He could be an important player for the club next season. The last thing the Premier League would need is for him to pick up an injury problem. Liverpool struggled with multiple injuries last season, and they will be hoping for better luck on that front this time around.

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Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing the South Korean international defender, Kim Min-jae, from Bayern Munich during the summer transfer window.

According to Christian Falk on CF Bayern Insider, the player is ‘on the list’ of the Premier League club, but a move to Italy with Juventus seems more likely.

The 29-year-old struggled for regular opportunities with the German champions last season, and he needs to play more often. He made 25 appearances (1605 minutes) last term and will hope to play every week. He’s at the peak of his career, and the move to Manchester United could be an attractive option for him.

It is no secret that the Red Devils could use more depth in the defensive unit. They have secured Champions League qualification for the upcoming campaign, and they need a deeper squad to do well in Europe and in the league.

The experienced South Korean could be a very handy option for them. He has shown his quality in Italy and Germany. He has the physicality for English football as well. Min-jae has been described as a “very powerful” player in the past.

This could be his final opportunity to join an elite club like Manchester United, and the player will certainly be tempted. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United make an official offer to get the deal done.

Juventus are also looking to sign the player, and a move to Italy seems more likely. He has played in Italy with Napoli, and he knows the league well. He will be able to settle in quickly and make an immediate impact at Juventus.

Manchester United certainly have more financial resources compared to the Italian club, and they have a more ambitious project as well. It remains to be seen what the defender decides.

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Tens of thousands of soccer fans poured into downtown Atlanta for the city’s second FIFA World Cup match between South Africa and Czechia. The match ended with a 1-1 tie.

The weather put an early end to celebrations outside the stadium and at nearby Centennial Olympic Park where FIFA Fan Fest closed early.

But as Channel 2’s Bryan Mims reports, the weather didn’t stop fans from taking in what Atlanta has to offer.

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SOUTH AFRICA AND CZECHIA FANS TAKE IN ATLANTA

It’s been years since both South Africa and Czechia competed in the FIFA World Cup. That’s what makes the trip to Atlanta so special, so memorable for fans.

“It feels wonderful being here, in a different continent, different environment. Just being here with the boys away from home and understanding that they’ve got the support and we are with them,” Xolani Radebe told Mims.

Radebe flew here from Pretoria, South Africa, to shout for his team making their first World Cup appearance in 16 years.

Fiona Nomthandazo, a native of South Africa now living in Cincinnati, drove eight hours to be here for the match.

“It’s a beautiful city. But too much traffic!” she told Mims.

Czechia fans traveled, too, for their country’s first World Cup appearance in 20 years.

Marcela Houbova grew up in the Czech Republic but now lives in Las Vegas. She’s here with her Czech friends who flew in from all across the country.

“We’re already here and the effort we made to come over here, it’s gonna be, it’s good,” Houbova said.

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NO RAINING ON ATLANTA RESTAURANTS AND BARS PARADE

Even before noon, bartenders were scooping ice, filling shakers and pouring pints. Well before noon.

After all, it was 5 p.m. in Johannesburg. And in Prague. South Africa and Czechia happen to be in the same time zone.

At The Irish Exit bar, which opened mere days ago, the crowd would just as soon raise a toast to the weather. Owner Pierce White expected a full house before and after the match, especially with Fan Fast closing early.

His wife Claire says add rain to the crush of soccer fans, and the bar is standing room only.

“As long as we can take care of people, I think that’s the underlying principle of any Irish pub and Irish hospitality,” Claire White said.

Just up the street at The Center bar at the old CNN Center, the bartenders had a lull as the match began. But they, too, braced for a flood of fans.

“Rain is always good. Because right when it started raining, it makes everybody run inside,” bartender Destiny Lester said.

The next match Atlanta will host is between Spain and Saudi Arabia on Sunday. There is a chance for rain again.

The second week and second matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by North America has kicked off after weeks one offered fans around the world a glimpse into the participating teams’ forms and fuelling early predictions over who has what it takes to bring the coveted title home.

The first seven days have seen all 48 nations who qualified for this expanded edition of the global tournament take to the pitch, producing a mix of expected, exciting, lacklustre and disappointing results – depending on which nation you support.

The eight teams making up Groups A and B took to the pitch late on Thursday and early into Friday morning as the fight to clinch vital points has begun.

In FIFA’s newly expanded format including 48 instead of the usual 32 teams, the top two teams from each of the 12 groups will earn a ticket to the knockout rounds, in addition to eight of the best third place finishers – reviewed by points – from all the groups.

Here is an overview of all the action Day 8 of the tournament had to offer:

Czechia v South Africa

Both teams were seeking their first points in the World Cup after suffering losses in their opening fixtures last week and ranking third and fourth in Group A.

Czechia looked determined to fight its way into the knockout stages, after midfielder Michal Sadilek opened the scoring really early into the match, converting a chance from inside the box with a beautifully placed bottom right corner finish to beat South African keeper Ronwen Williams.

The Czech team then shifted tactically into a low block for the majority of the match in an effort to protect their marginal lead over South Africa, playing only in their first World Cup since hosting the tournament back in 2010, while also looking to capitalise on any openings with counter-attacking play.

The match seemed to be heading their way and going according to plan, but an attempt by South Africa’s Thapelo Maseko to curl a top corner shot into the far left from outside the box, was blocked by Czechia’s Pavel Sulc, who to his team’s disappointment, gave away a penalty in the dying minutes of the game after the referee pointed to the spot and called a handball.

Tebeho Mokoena, cool, calm and collected as ever ran up to the ball and placed it into the bottom left corner, beating keeper Matej Kovar who jumped in the opposite direction, equalising for his team in the 83rd minute and earning his side their first point.

Switzerland v Bosnia

Bosnia, who earned their qualification ticket by upsetting European heavyweights Italy opened Group B’s second matchday fixtures, where they took on Switzerland. Both teams had been winless at that stage and looking to secure their first three points at the tournament, after drawing their opening matches.

Switzerland had chances early on to take the lead but failed to capitalise. Swiss forward Dan Ndoye executed a spectacular overhead kick early in the first half which almost found its way to the back of the net and would’ve been a sure contender for goal of the tournament.

The match however remained goalless for well over an hour and seemed to be headed towards a draw. Many fans were pictured in the stadiums leaving their seats early, expecting the final 20 minutes of regular time to be much like the previous 70, but in a dramatic and unanticipated way, it was anything but.

Switzerland was able to open the scoring in the 74th minute. A cross into the box was not cleared well by Bosnia, with the ball falling just outside the 6-yard box, gifted on a platter to striker Johan Manzambi who took it on the volley and placed it in the top right corner.

It was 10 minutes later, roughly five minutes after Bosnia suffered a red card and went a man down, that play really opened for Switzerland who were able to pounce on the newly open spaces, and a quick attack left Ruben Vargas unmarked in the box, who was fed the ball for an easy tap-in.

Six minutes later, Swiss fans were treated to another almost identical goal, where the flanks were utilised to create gaps in the centre. A quick ball fed to Manzambi in the 90th resulted in a third goal for the red shirts, who found themselves 3-0 in a matter of 16 minutes.

Bosnia showed heart however and were able to pull a goal back, after Ermin Mahmic scored a screamer off a cleared corner kick. A poor corner was headed out of harm’s way by Swiss defences, landing to unmarked Mahmic on the edge of the box who fired an unstoppable volley into the top right corner to make it 3-1.

It was veteran Swiss player, who formerly starred for top club sides Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen, who scored a penalty in the 7th minute of added time to push his nation towards their first win of the tournament, sitting on par with Canada at four points a peace.

Canada v Qatar

Canada produced the tournament’s second goal-studded display, after Germany pummelled first-timers Curacao 7-1 last week, securing their first win of the World Cup they co-host with the United States and Mexico.

Scoring opened early for Canada who managed to gain the lead in the 16th minute after Qatari keeper Mahmud Abunada failed to hold on to the ball after an initial shot on goal, giving the ball back to Cyle Larin who tapped it in.

Just over 10 minutes later, Canada’s forward Jonathan David grabbed his first goal of the fixture, who scored a stunning bottom right corner volley in the 29th minute just inside the box.

A Qatari team in shambles was set to further spiral after defender Homam Ahmed was given a red card in the 33rd minute, leaving his team two goals trailing and a man down. Canada was ruthless with their opportunities and David managed to bag one more goal in the 3rd minute of the first half’s stoppage time, to enter the halftime break with a healthy 3-0 advantage and an almost guaranteed three points.

The reigning Asian champions, playing in only their second World Cup since hosting the last edition in 2022, were in for more sorrow after midfielder Assim Madibo was also shown a red card in the 53rd minute, leaving the team at a serious disadvantage and a mountain to climb.

Canada was once more quick to utilise the open spaces and opened the second half scoring with a stunning free kick goal in the 64th curled around the defensive wall and into the bottom right corner, just minutes after being substituted into the game, and drawing an applause from Prime Minister Mark Carney who was watching the game from the stands.

Just 10 minutes later the crimson shirts conceded once more after Qatar’s Mohammed Manai in an attempt to clear the ball off the goal line, shanked it into his own net, giving Canada a ruthless 5-0 lead.

The maple leaves were not finished yet as New York-born striker Jonathan David sought to complete his first World Cup hat trick, and was able to successfully execute, with clever movement inside the box making space for himself to receive and beating the keeper with ease in the 92nd minute.

The win propelled Canada to the top of Group B, ahead of Switzerland, leading their European competition on goal difference, who they face next week in matchday three for a top of the table clash.

Mexico v South Korea

Co-hosts Mexico became the first nation to book their ticket to the World Cup knockout stage after defeating South Korea 1-0 in their second match and leading Group A with six points.

The team that opened the tournament last week with a 2-0 over South Africa was able to marginally edge its way past South Korea led by Tottenham Hotspurs legend Son Heung-min, after Luis Romo scored the fixture’s only goal in the 50th minute on home soil at Estadio Guadalajara.

They now prepare to face Czechia next week for their group stage match and have the advantage of being able to rest key players ahead of the knockout stages, while the rest of the group competes fiercely for points to book their qualifying tickets.

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La Gazzetta dello Sport

Big coup: here’s Palestra

Meeting with Atalanta: agreement close for a 50m deal. Chivu signs until 2028

Carletto changes everything: Brazil with four strikers

Ancelotti with a super attack for a push against Haiti

Messi beats Ronaldo, duel (almost) over

Corriere dello Sport

Ancelotti changes, Montella risks

Watch Out for Paz

In Madrid, the Argentine feels blocked by Bellingham and Bernardo Silva

Real Madrid and Nico at odds: ‘Bring us €60 million.’

The talent has asked to play the Champions League with Como. Florentino picks the hard line: he doesn’t want to renew the loan. Cesc stunned. Premier League looming.

Inter, now there’s Jones. Chivu until 2028

Ausilio calls Liverpool: breakthrough for the full-back, 50m to La Dea

Kolo, Juve prepare the offer

New contacts with the entourage. Vicario advances in goal

Milan, now Leao is a burden

The Portuguese is disappointing at the World Cup too: Cardinale worried

Tuttosport

Lucumì, Juventus push

The Colombian centre-back is convincing in terms of leadership and versatility: contacts with the Rossoblu have resumed. Working on the 28m clause, the good relationship can ease the deal. Kolo Muani: Carnevali in talks with PSG. Attacking midfield: idea Zaniolo as an alternative to Brahim Diaz. Milan in the race too.

Toro and Abate: project Cacciamani

Montella risks flopping, asks for Yildiz’s help

Ancelotti remakes Brazil, but there’s the Neymar affair

Malagò is eligible, green light to Mancini

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Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram as the Italian club prepare for a difficult summer after missing out on Champions League qualification.

According to Corriere dello Sport, United are keen on the France international, who could be available for around £35m.

That price is interesting because it is not often that a midfielder of his age, profile and physical quality becomes available at a relatively reasonable fee.

Juventus are under financial pressure after finishing sixth in Serie A last season, a campaign that Reuters described as part of a major shake-up in Italian football.

Missing out on Champions League revenue has left the club needing to raise funds, and reports claim they must generate a capital gain of around £10m-£11m before the end of June.

The deal makes sense for Man United

For Man United, this could be a smart market opportunity.

The club need more legs, power and technical security in midfield. Thuram offers exactly that.

He is strong in duels, carries the ball well and can help United become more athletic in central areas.

Juventus signed him from Nice in 2024 on a five-year contract until 2029, as confirmed by the club’s official website.

That means they are not desperate from a contract point of view, but the financial situation changes the picture.

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Al-Ahli are reportedly willing to meet Juventus’ valuation, but Thuram does not want to leave Europe.

He prefers a move to the Premier League, with United among the clubs interested.

That preference could be crucial. United have missed out on plenty of midfield targets in recent windows, but this one feels realistic if they move quickly.

Juventus’ need for cash and Thuram’s desire to stay in Europe may give United a genuine chance to land a powerful midfield upgrade.

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TheKnicks parade brought out Timothée Chalamet, Ben Stiller, Mariska Hargitay, Zohran Mamdani, and more stars. New York City turned out in full force this week as the celebration rolled through Manhattan. From actors to lawmakers, the turnout showed how closely basketball is tied to the city’s identity.

Knicks parade attended by celebs like Timothée Chalamet, Ben Stiller, and more

From actors to public figures, the New York Knicks parade drew a star-studded crowd who joined the festivities on the streets of Manhattan to celebrate the NBA team’s first championship title in 53 years.

Celebrities like Timothée Chalamet, Martha Stewart, Edie Falco, and more supported the New York Knicks throughout the entire postseason. On Thursday, June 18, they walked through lower Manhattan for the NBA champions’ ticker-tape celebration (via PEOPLE).

The New York Knicks parade kicked off in Battery Park City. Knicks stars Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns boarded buses to head up Broadway while fans cheered from the streets. It wrapped at City Hall, where Brunson, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and other speakers were set to address the crowd. The 34-year-old mayor joined fans at bars across the city to cheer for the Knicks during their championship push.

Meanwhile, lifestyle writer Martha Stewart made it to lower Manhattan. Other VIPs included Mariska Hargitay, who attended with her 18-year-old son. New York Knicks superfans Ben Stiller and Timothée Chalamet attended every Finals game, so they weren’t going to miss the parade.

Rapper Fat Joe appeared on his own parade vehicle, jamming to “Lean Back.” Mary J. Blige joined him on the float, along with Wu-Tang Clan and Jadakiss. Spike Lee, a Knicks season ticket holder since the ’80s, also showed up for the team’s first championship parade. Courtside mainstay Tracy Morgan was seen celebrating in a Knicks chain. The event closed with a live performance of “Empire State of Mind” by Alicia Keys, as fans and Karl-Anthony Towns sang along from the stage.

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Supporters poured out of Guadalajara's Estadio Akron waving flags and singing after the final whistle, while thousands gathered at fan zones in Monterrey and Mexico City. The win guarantees Mexico a place in the last 32 and confirms the hosts as Group A leaders with six points from two matches, an important milestone for a team playing in front of home crowds.

The decisive moment came in the 50th minute when midfielder Luis Romo capitalised on a defensive mistake involving South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and defender Lee Gi-hyuk. Romo calmly converted into an empty net to score the only goal of the match. South Korea nearly levelled in the 87th minute, but goalkeeper Raúl Rangel produced a crucial save to preserve the lead.

The qualification marks a significant turnaround for Mexico after its group-stage exit in 2022. With one match remaining against the Czech Republic in Mexico City, supporters are increasingly hopeful the national team can enjoy its strongest World Cup campaign in decades.

Iran’s 2026 World Cup team will lodge a complaint with FIFA claiming they are being subjected to travel restrictions during the tournament in North America, the Iranian football federation spokesperson said on Thursday.

“Despite having submitted its preparation schedule for the tournament well in advance, Iran’s national football team has once again encountered restrictions imposed by the organisers, affecting the implementation of its technical staff’s plans,” the spokesperson said, according to AFP news agency.

Iran wanted to fly from their base camp in Tijuana, Mexico, to the United States two days before their next group match against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday. But the Iranian federation claims its request was turned down.

“Given that the game will be played at 12pm local time in Los Angeles, the football federation of Iran requested that the team be allowed to travel to Los Angeles two days before the match,” the spokesman said.

“The aim was to provide sufficient time for players to adapt to the match conditions, complete their final training session, and finalise preparations.

“Despite the technical reasons presented by the federation, the request was once again denied.”

After Iran’s first World Cup game on Monday – in which they drew 2-2 with New Zealand in a politically charged encounter – US officials said that the team will have to leave the country within hours of the full-time whistle at their World Cup group games in Los Angeles and Seattle.

The response from the World Cup 2026 cohost nation came on Tuesday following criticism of its handling of the Iranian team’s visas and stay in the US after their first game.

The Iranian delegation left the US hours after the match in LA ended at about 8pm local time (03:00 GMT) and returned to their base camp in Mexico, prompting criticism of the US handling of their visas, as the team did not get a day to recover at their hotel.

‘Match day minus one,’ says US government

The US administration has pushed back against the Iranian claims.

Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, said on Monday that Iran had been informed in advance that they would be allowed to come into the US only on the day before the game.

“The team will be allowed to come in, match day minus one, so the day before the match,” Giuliani told CBS News.

“They’ll be asked to leave the day that the match wraps up, so the evening of the match. And they’ll be able to do that again in Los Angeles.”

He added that the procedure would be the same for Iran’s final group game against Egypt in Seattle on June 26.

Iran, who are in Group G, kicked off their campaign this week in North America after months of uncertainty over the team’s participation in the World Cup amid the US-Israel war on Iran.

Following the EU and Japan, Brazil has now forced Apple to open up iOS to third-party app stores and non-Apple payment processing for developers. App developers can now use alternative app stores in Brazil to distribute their apps, and they can also process payments made for apps and games and in-app purchases outside of Apple's payment system. Just like every other time it's been forced to do something like this in the past, Apple is once again highlighting how these changes "open new avenues for malware, fraud, scams, and privacy and security risks". All alternative app stores will...

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It’s Thursday, June 18, 2026, and the clearest signal from today’s funding tape is not that venture investors are spending widely. It is that they are concentrating capital around a narrow set of problems that look hard to commoditize: sovereign […]

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The AI race has reached a point where success is measured in gigawatts. Meta has signed new agreements with AI infrastructure startup Crusoe that will give the company access to roughly 1.6 gigawatts of computing capacity across two data centers […]

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Playnance announced Thursday that its native token, $GCOIN, has been listed on KoinBX, giving users of the company’s blockchain-powered Web3 gaming ecosystem a new venue to trade the token. The listing comes as Playnance gains traction in India, where more […]

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Founded by former NSO Group CEO Shalev Hulio and former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, Dream develops AI-powered cyber defense systems that help governments protect critical infrastructure from state-backed cyber threats. Dream, an Israeli cybersecurity startup founded by former NSO Group […]

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Manchester United are exploring several centre-forward options as they look to add another striker who can support and compete with Benjamin Šeško next season.

The Slovenian forward joined United from RB Leipzig in a major deal last summer in a package was worth €76.5m plus €8.5m in bonuses.

However, United appear to believe they still need another proven attacking option to complete the rebuild.

Victor Osimhen is viewed as the dream target, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

The problem is obvious: the Nigerian striker would cost a huge transfer fee, making him the most exciting but also the most difficult option on the list.

Cheaper and smarter alternatives considered

Because of that, United are also looking at more flexible options.

Jean-Philippe Mateta brings Premier League experience, physicality and reliability.

He may not have the same star power as Osimhen, but he would be a practical signing who already understands English football.

Dusan Vlahovic is another interesting name because his Juventus future remains uncertain.

United could see him as a strong market opportunity.

He has the size, finishing ability and experience to give United a different type of threat.

Young forward Eli Junior Kroupi is also believed to be on the radar as a long-term investment.

He would not arrive as the finished product, but United have been trying to add younger players with high ceilings.

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Man United have experienced attacker on their wishlist

Robert Lewandowski is perhaps the most surprising name on the list.

Polish legend has been tipped as a possible short-term option, especially because of the experience he could offer Šeško, as reported by talkSPORT.

United’s striker search looks less like a panic buy and more like a squad-balance decision.

They do not just need another goalscorer. They need the right profile, someone who can lift Šeško, add depth and make the attack more ruthless.

With Šeško largely expected to be the number one choice attacker, the Red Devils need someone who would have no issue in acting as the back-up option at times.

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Manchester United have reportedly opened talks to sign West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville, with the club now ready to move seriously for one of the Premier League’s most wanted wide players.

According to journalist Nicolo Schira, United have offered the Dutch attacker a contract running until 2031, with an option to extend it until 2032.

That kind of proposal shows this is not just a short-term squad move. United clearly see him as a player who could become part of their long-term attacking rebuild.

The 24-year-old has been linked with several clubs this summer, especially after West Ham’s relegation increased the chances of key players leaving.

TEAMtalk has reported that United are looking at a potential £50m deal, while also considering a double raid involving midfielder Mateus Fernandes.

Man United need a wide attacker this summer

United’s interest is easy to understand. Their attack needs more pace, unpredictability and one-v-one threat. Summerville offers all of that.

He can play from the left, drive at defenders and stretch teams in transition, qualities United have lacked too often in recent seasons.

His World Cup involvement with the Netherlands has also helped raise his profile.

Strong performances on that stage could make West Ham’s valuation even firmer.

The Dutchman scored in his team’s first match of the World Cup, catching the attention of top Premier League clubs.

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Rashford uncertainty adds extra importance

This move could also be linked to Marcus Rashford’s future.

The Sun has reported that any United move for Summerville may depend on what happens with
Rashford after Barcelona decided not to trigger their permanent option.

The Red Devils need more depth in their attack. After the signing of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko last summer, they are ready to invest more in versatile attackers and Summerville is exactly that.

The Dutchman can play on the left-wing as well as the right-wing, along with that he also has an eye for goal.

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Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso, and the deal could take an interesting twist with Nicolas Jackson potentially being offered as part of the package.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Chelsea have asked Juventus to consider including Jackson in negotiations after failing to match the Italian club’s asking price.

Juventus value Cambiaso at around €40m, while Chelsea’s opening offer is believed to be closer to €27m-€28m.

That gap explains why a swap-style deal could become useful. Juventus are looking for a new centre-forward this summer, and Jackson could offer them a younger attacking option without needing to spend heavily in cash.

Why Chelsea want the Juventus star

Chelsea’s interest in Cambiaso makes plenty of sense.

The Italy international can play as a left-back, wing-back or even on the opposite flank, giving the Blues the kind of tactical flexibility they have often looked for in recent windows.

After Marc Cucurella’s move to Real Madrid, Chelsea need another reliable option on the left side of defence. Cambiaso is not just a defensive full-back either.

He is comfortable carrying the ball, stepping into midfield and supporting attacks, which would suit a team trying to play with more control and width.

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Jackson could unlock the deal

Jackson’s future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain.

He spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich and has now returned to Chelsea, but there is no guarantee he will be central to the club’s plans moving forward.

For Juventus, he could be an attractive market opportunity. Football Italia also reports that the Bianconeri are looking at other striker options, including Alexander Sorloth and Randal Kolo Muani.

This is not a completed deal, but it is a clever idea from Chelsea. Instead of simply overpaying, they may try to use an expendable attacker to land a versatile defender who could immediately strengthen their squad.

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Arsenal’s interest in Bradley Barcola is becoming one of the more intriguing stories of the summer, but the deal may depend on how well the club handle player sales over the coming weeks.

According to Sky Sports, Arsenal are among the Premier League clubs tracking the Paris Saint-Germain winger, who could be allowed to leave if his valuation is met.

The same report claims PSG would ideally prefer to keep him, but the situation is complicated by the player’s disappointment at not starting the Champions League final.

For Arsenal, the attraction is obvious. Mikel Arteta wants a wide forward who can raise the level of his attack, add pace, and offer serious competition on the left side.

Barcola fits that profile perfectly. He is quick, direct, technically clean and still only 23.

Arsenal need sales before signing Barcola

The problem is money. Arsenal may need to sell players before they can realistically complete a deal for Barcola.

That makes sense because PSG will not let one of Europe’s most exciting young forwards leave cheaply.

Barcola still has two years left on his contract, and Sky Sports noted that he scored 13 goals and provided seven assists for PSG last season.

Those numbers, combined with his age and international profile, make him an expensive target.

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A bold move with real risk

Arsenal have already shown they are willing to be ruthless this summer.

Players such as Gabriel Jesus, Fabio Vieira and others have been linked with possible exits as the club looks to refresh the squad and create room for new signings.

This is exactly the type of deal Arsenal should explore but only if the sales make financial sense.

Barcola would add explosiveness and unpredictability, two things Arsenal sometimes lack when teams defend deep.

The situation is clear, Arsenal want a top-level winger, Barcola is high on the list, but player departures may decide whether this ambitious PSG raid becomes realistic.

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SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — As TV cannot do justice to the peaks and valleys of Augusta National, neither can it capture Shinnecock Hills — not as it played on Thursday, with a heavy wind coming off the Atlantic, over beachfront mansions and across Sunrise Highway, before sweeping across the old William Flynn course here. The Thursday round of this 126th U.S. Open was all set up for another USGA Shinny set-up screwball comedy, except it never happened. The opposite. The players . . . liked it.

They liked the speed of the greens, the hint of moisture they retained all day and into the night. (Play ended at 8:25 p.m. with 50 players still on the course.) They liked the width of the fairways (often 50 yards wide!), the first-round pin positions (no holes on weird knobs!), the tee positions (no surprises!). They liked player parking (almost on the 10th tee), the food in player hospitality (beef tenderloin and fresh pizza to go), the purse ($22 million!). There was a lot to like and nothing to dis.

“The USGA did a great job,” Keegan Bradley, last year’s U.S. Ryder Cup captain down the road at Bethpage Black. Bradley shot 70, even par.

A great job!

When was the last time anybody swaddled in Tourwear said those words?

Certainly not in 2004 and 2018, the last two times the U.S. Open was played here. At those Opens, nothing like that was said, not even by Retief Goosen, the ’04 winner, not even by Brooks Koepka, the winner in ’18.

“The conditions were tough,” Koepka said Thursday afternoon after shooting 73 in the first round of his 13th U.S. Open. He’s won the event twice. “It’s weird how soft the greens are. It’s odd. It’s not what I remember. I understand why they’re soft. I get that. [I’m] not complaining.”

Not complaining!

Rory McIlroy started on the 10th hole, his tee time delayed by two hours, on account of fog brought on by a shifting wind, Wednesday night into Thursday morning, and with it a dramatic increase in humidity. (In a day, this sand-splashed South Fork of Long Island went from late spring to mid-summer.) McIlroy was two under through three holes and but finished with two bogeys, on 8 and 9, for a 69. And even after that rough finish McIlroy was not moaning.

“It’s a challenging course already and then you put 30 mile-per-hour winds on it,” McIlroy said. “I think they were prudent with the course setup.”

Prudent!

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McIlroy’s day was certainly made more pleasant by having two Ryder Cup teammates, and lovely gents, as playing partners, Tommy Fleetwood, who shot 70, and Ludvig Åberg, who shot 69. Play was brutally, absurdly slow. It took the threesome, all fast players, nearly five hours and 40 minutes to play.) At least, starting as they did at 9:52 a.m., they knew they would complete their first round.

McIlroy & Mates were announced at the 10th tee by David Jacobsen, a veteran USGA volunteer and the winner last year of the organization’s prestigious Joe Dey Award. Jacobsen is the kid brother of Peter Jacobsen, the veteran Tour player and broadcaster, and the players, one after another, got a warm greeting from the starter. It may sound like nothing. It’s not. The players are playing in the U.S. Open. They’re tense. They don’t want to see a starter who is nervously looking at his watch every half-minute. A little chill goes a long way.

Jacobsen was at his post, ready for the day’s first group, well before 6:30 a.m., a cold fog all around him. Ten hours later, his workday was over. But in the final hour of his workday, he called the names of a bunch of former U.S. Open winners, including Dustin Johnson, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Gary Woodland, Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm. Those guys caught the day in a gorgeous, golden late-day light, but the wind was not abating. There was sand in air and sometimes in their eyes. Flagsticks were shaking. Over the course of the day, and now and again, a hat went flying. The standard bearers were angling their scoreboards on considered angles, to slice through the wind. There were few spectators left on the course, at this witching hour. They were spent. The players were spent. The caddies were spent. A LIRR diesel train whistled on by.

It takes hundreds of crew members and USGA officials employees working long days to get these events — and this event — to a Sunday-night trophy presentation without getting called out for this or that or some other thing. On Thursday, Mother Nature had her mercurial say, and the USGA knew how to handle her.

Three more days.

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in Portugal’s World Cup squad is facing renewed scrutiny following another debate over whether he is being carried through matches.

The latest criticism came after Portugal’s 1-1 draw with DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener, a match where Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes but struggled to make any real impact in attack.

Now 41, Ronaldo remains one of the game’s biggest names. But questions are growing over whether his presence is helping Portugal, or forcing one of the tournament’s most talented squads to adapt around him.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s role questioned after World Cup draw

Speaking on goodbadfootball’s podcast, former Manchester United player Paul Scholes said: “Yeah, for a 40, 41 year old to be playing centre forward, I just don’t get it.”

The criticism continued: “I think you might get away with it at the centre half, you might do in a team that keeps the ball, but as a centre forward of the 40, I think it’s a little bit selfish that he’s actually.”

Nicky Butt summed up why the conversation around Ronaldo is so complicated: “You know what he’s like.”

The point was not that Ronaldo lacks greatness. It was that his competitive drive, which made him a legend, can also make it harder for Portugal to move on tactically.

Portugal performance makes Ronaldo question harder to avoid

Against DR Congo in Houston, Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes, failed to score and did not register a shot on target. Portugal led early through Joao Neves, but Yoane Wissa equalized before halftime and the game ended 1-1.

Roberto Martinez defended keeping Ronaldo on, saying there was no sense in taking out the best goal scorer in world football when Portugal needed a goal.

That is exactly why this is such a big story. Ronaldo now plays club soccer for Al-Nassr and can still finish chances, but Portugal also have Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leao and Goncalo Ramos in a squad built for speed and movement.

The ex-United debate therefore cuts beyond one poor match. It asks whether Ronaldo’s final World Cup chapter is still about Portugal’s best XI, or about making room for a legend who refuses to step back.

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ATLANTA (AP) — Bina Ramroop broke down in tears when she realized she wasn't going to get the World Cup tickets she had bought for her grandson's 13th birthday.

As thousands poured into Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday to see Spain face Cape Verde in what turned out to be a remarkable scoreless draw, Ramroop stood outside, increasingly stressed as she went back and forth for hours between StubHub representatives on the phone and FIFA representatives in the ticket booth. Each blamed the other.

No one could figure out why the tickets Ramroop bought months ago on StubHub for $485 apiece couldn't be transferred from the original seller to the FIFA ticketing app. StubHub offered her a refund and, as Ramroop heard the crowd roar for the start of the match, she knew she had no choice but to give up and take the offer.

“I didn’t want a refund, I didn’t want my money back,” Ramroop said. “I wanted to go to the game.”

The World Cup has delivered thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders that were canceled at the last minute and hours they spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA’s ticketing system and outside resale platforms. The vast majority seem to be about industry titan StubHub, but people who bought through competitors such as SeatGeek and Vivid Seats have also reported issues. Interviews with fans and industry experts show that some cases stem from technical glitches in the transfer process, while others could involve sellers who never had tickets to deliver in the first place, though StubHub denies such sales happen on its platform.

A grandmother's disappointment

FIFA has urged fans to buy resale tickets through its own marketplace, where it slaps a 30% surcharge on every resold ticket — 15% each from the buyer and seller. But many fans bought through other resale sites, either out of habit or because those sites have lower prices or are easier to navigate.

Ramroop didn't realize she was taking a risk when she bought through StubHub, which she had used in the past without issues.

As she and her grandson Elijah Gomes took the long, lonely train ride back to the Atlanta suburbs, Elijah followed the score on his phone. The match had ended scoreless, and he tried to cheer up his devastated grandmother by telling her they hadn't missed much after all (Cape Verdeans would beg to differ ).

“He’s telling me, ‘Grandma, it’s OK, Grandma.’ And he’s trying to console me,” Ramroop said the next day.

She was hardly alone. An Associated Press journalist witnessed more than a dozen frustrated fans at the match who said they were stuck in similar situations.

StubHub blamed FIFA for the transfer problems that buyers like Ramroop have experienced. In a statement, it said FIFA has “poor technology infrastructure,” enacted last-minute transfer restrictions and didn't launch its new ticketing app until a few weeks before the tournament. The company also called out organizers that “take anti-competitive actions” that limit where fans can buy and sell tickets.

Asked about the technical issues, FIFA on Wednesday reiterated that sales through its official site are guaranteed to go through.

An industry's longstanding problem

Industry observers say the problems appear to stem from more than one cause. For some, it may indeed be technical glitches — an issue that StubHub says is “very, very rare” and one that it is hard at work to solve. For others, they say it's likely a more longstanding scourge: speculative sellers.

Scott Friedman, an industry veteran and co-founder of a consultancy called the Ticket Talk Network, said some sellers list tickets before they actually have them, betting that prices will fall closer to the event so they can buy the tickets at a better price later. But because World Cup ticket prices have surged since the tournament began, those sellers have been forced to either buy expensive tickets to fulfill their orders or cancel and accept penalties from resale platforms. StubHub's penalties are typically 200% of the ticket price, Friedman said.

“This is not new at all,” said Friedman, pointing to other high-profile events where frustrated fans were left empty-handed, including Taylor Swift's Eras tour. “This has been going on, but it’s making global news because it’s the World Cup.”

StubHub says it requires sellers to prove they have tickets before they list them.

But regardless of the reason for the canceled sales, Friedman said “StubHub should fill every single order to make sure fans get in the biggest global sporting event that happens every four years.”

That’s what many fans say they expected when they purchased through StubHub.

StubHub’s FanProtect Guarantee promises replacement tickets or a refund if tickets fail to arrive. But the policy repeatedly says those remedies are provided at StubHub’s “sole discretion,” meaning the company can choose a refund instead of securing replacement seats.

“That is pretty explicit language,” said Michael McCann, a sports law expert at the University of New Hampshire. McCann noted that a buyer could try to challenge the language under state consumer protection laws, but it would be an uphill battle.

A father's regrets

Pape Ndaw is crestfallen that the high school graduation gift he got for his son — tickets for them to see the Netherlands and Japan near their home city of Dallas — never arrived.

He bought the tickets for about $550 apiece in December. Then, two days before the June 14 match, he received an email from StubHub telling him, “The seller can’t deliver your original tickets.”

Ndaw accepted store credit rather than a refund, thinking he would use the funds to quickly get replacements, only to then realize that the cheapest last-minute tickets were going for more than $1,500 each. Not only were they not going to get to go to the game, but Ndaw said StubHub rejected his belated request for a refund instead of store credit.

Breaking the news to his soccer-obsessed son was brutal, Ndaw said.

“It was a disastrous thing,” he said. “He had told all his friends that he was going to that game. He literally cried. I mean, he is a 17-year-old kid, but he cried.”

A family's attempt to make the best of it

Others fared somewhat better.

Patrick O’Neil of Pittsboro, North Carolina, traveled to Atlanta with his wife, son and relatives after purchasing five tickets through StubHub for the Spain-Cape Verde match. Two tickets transferred successfully, but three never arrived.

O’Neil’s 15-year-old son and his uncle ended up using the two tickets, while O’Neil, his wife and another relative watched from a nearby bar.

After local media caught wind of their ordeal, O’Neil said StubHub contacted the family and offered tickets to another game. Since the family had already bought tickets to one, though, he and his wife asked the company to instead give the seats to local nonprofit Soccer in the Streets so they could go to people who otherwise might not be able to attend a match.

“StubHub is not evil, but they’re part of the whole system that makes it really hard for just normal kids and people who might want to see a match get to go,” O'Neil said.

On Thursday, a StubHub representative confirmed to the AP that the company would honor the O’Neils’ request and send tickets to the nonprofit.

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Thanks to the AI momentum, Samsung has just surpassed Bitcoin in terms of market value. Samsung Electronics is sitting at a $1.522 trillion market cap while Bitcoin is at $1.276 trillion; it is a $246 billion gap, and it has widened fast.

The KOSPI cracked 9,000 intraday for the first time ever, dragging semiconductor stocks higher while Bitcoin quietly bled out. SEDaily reports that Samsung climbed to 12th among global assets, while Bitcoin slipped to 15th.

Samsung surpassed Bitcoin on November 1, then lost ground after shares cratered on November 8. Meanwhile, AI chip demand and high-bandwidth memory optimism have since pulled Samsung back ahead.

The gap isn’t shrinking

MarketWatch columnist Mark Hulbert ran the numbers on a fair-value model and surfaced something brutal: Bitcoin converging around $120,000 by 2140 implies an expected annual return of roughly 0.6% over 120 years.

Apart from this, SK Hynix is also running up 6.51% in a single session, its market value reached $1.248 trillion, placing it just $28 billion behind Bitcoin at 16th globally.

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The much-delayed, anxiously anticipated GTA VI is entering a new stage of its pre-release phase on June 25, when it will go on pre-order. You can already add it to your wishlist on the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store to get alerted when the pre-orders are live. Also today, the official cover art was unveiled, and you can see it in the video below. While the game is still months away from release, with the latest date being November 19, on June 25 we will finally get to know its price. In the past, Take-Two Interactive's boss said the company would keep the cost in check. And...

The iQOO Z11 family already has a lot of members, but one more is coming soon: the Z11i. The brand has just started teasing it in China, revealing its three colorways: Green Peak, Desert Gold, and Ink Shadow. You can see all three in the official images below. iQOO Z11i official images While iQOO itself hasn't revealed any of the phone's specs, a tipster on Weibo claims this will be a rebranded vivo Y60, which launched back in April. If this is true, then the iQOO Z11i should also have a 6.74-inch LCD touchscreen with 720x1600 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 1,200-nit...

Lenovo just refreshed one of its most fun tablets with the new Tab Plus Gen 2. This updated model keeps the entertainment-first spirit of the original but makes meaningful improvements in sound, screen size, and everyday usability.

The biggest highlight is the audio setup. Lenovo bumped it up to a JBL 9-unit Pro speaker system (that’s one more than the first-gen model). It now features dedicated bass units and full Dolby Atmos support, creating what they’re calling a Cinematic Audio System. One of the coolest tricks is the Bluetooth speaker mode. Connect your phone, and the tablet turns into a surprisingly powerful portable speaker for parties or gatherings.

On the display side, Lenovo went bigger: the Gen 2 now sports a 12.1-inch LCD screen (up from 11.5 inches) with 2560 x 1600 (2.5K) resolution. It supports Dolby Vision and HDR10, hits up to 800 nits in High Brightness Mode, and runs at a 120Hz refresh rate. The built-in kickstand is super flexible too. It rotates a full 360 degrees, so you can easily switch between landscape mode for movies and portrait for video calls.

Inside, it’s powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 7400 processor, a major upgrade over last generation‘s Helio G99. You’ll have choices of 6GB, 8GB, or 12GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of storage, plus a microSD slot that supports up to 2TB cards. It ships with Android 16 and promises two major OS updates (up to Android 18) plus security patches until 2030. Battery life looks solid with a 10,200mAh cell that Lenovo rates for up to 15 hours of YouTube streaming, and it supports 45W fast charging (though the charger isn’t included in the box).

At 775g and with a thickness that peaks at 22.7mm around the speakers, it’s not the thinnest tablet out there, but it feels substantial in a good way. It comes in a clean Celestial White finish and has already picked up an iF Design Award.

Pricing and availability:

Pricing starts around $400 (about £370), and it should start rolling out soon in select markets including the UK, Singapore, and Australia. Overall, the Tab Plus Gen 2 feels like a smart evolution: it keeps the fun, speaker-heavy personality that made the original popular while adding a bigger screen and better performance.

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Lenovo has released a new wired gaming headset in China, the EY130. Priced at 99 yuan (roughly $14) on JD.com, it is an entry-level over-ear model that manages to include a few hardware features usually reserved for slightly more expensive peripherals, such as 50mm drivers and built-in 7.1 surround sound processing.

Lenovo EY130 Specifications

Inside the earcups, the EY130 relies on 50mm composite diaphragm drivers. These are built with a dual-magnet design and a polyurethane and fiber paper construction, covering the standard 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response range. According to Lenovo, the headset’s audio profile is specifically tuned for first-person shooters.

Additionally, the headset handles virtual 7.1 surround sound directly through an integrated acoustic chip. This is a convenient inclusion, as it means the surround sound processing happens on the hardware level, bypassing the need to install separate software or proprietary drivers on your PC to get it working.

For voice communication, the headset features an attached omnidirectional boom microphone with a sensitivity rating of -42dB ±3dB. The mic is flexible for easy positioning and includes Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) technology.

The physical design of the EY130 sticks to standard PC gaming conventions. It features an all-black exterior accented by dynamic RGB lighting on the earcups. Lenovo opted for a dual-layer, self-adjusting headband that stretches to fit different head sizes while distributing the headset’s weight. The ear cushions are made from a breathable fabric to reduce heat buildup during longer sessions. The entire unit measures 230 by 206 by 95 mm.

Connectivity is handled by a combined USB and 3.5mm cable. As a fully wired device, it operates as a plug-and-play peripheral for desktops, laptops, and consoles, avoiding the latency and battery management issues associated with wireless models.

In related news, Lenovo has recently introduced a budget-friendly mechanical keyboard featuring tri-mode connectivity and hot-swappable switches, alongside a compact AI Mini PC powered by a 12-core processor and equipped with its Tianxi Claw AI assistant.

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Narwal has introduced three new wet and dry vacuum cleaners to the Indian market: the S20, S30, and S20 Pro. The new lineup focuses on combining hard floor vacuuming and mopping into a single device, supported by base stations that handle the washing and drying of the mop heads after use.

Narwal S20 Pro Specifications

The highest-end model in the series is the S20 Pro, which retails for Rs. 54,990. It operates with a suction power of 20,000Pa and includes a feature Narwal calls AI DirtSense. In practice, this means the vacuum uses sensors to gauge how dirty a specific section of the floor is and automatically adjusts its suction power and water output accordingly.

The S20 Pro also features an automatic detergent dispenser and a self-propelled motor to make pushing the unit across the floor less physically demanding. It runs for up to 60 minutes on a single charge. After cleaning, the base station washes the roller brush and dries it to prevent mold and odors from developing.

Narwal S30 Specifications

The mid-tier option is the S30, priced at Rs. 44,990. It shares the 20,000Pa suction motor and the dirt-sensing technology of the Pro model, but changes the physical design. The S30 is built with an 180-degree hinge, allowing the entire body of the vacuum to lie flat against the floor. This makes it possible to push the device under low furniture like sofas and beds without the cleaning head lifting off the ground.

Its base station uses hot water (176°F) to wash the roller and a built-in heat bar to dry it at 158°F. It also uses a dual-layer comb mechanism to prevent hair from tangling around the brush roll, alongside a disposable bag system to separate solid waste from the dirty water for easier disposal.

Narwal S20 Specifications

At the entry level, the S20 costs Rs. 34,990. It steps the suction power down to 18,000Pa but maintains the core wet and dry cleaning functions. It still includes a self-cleaning dock that washes and dries the mop, and it is slightly lighter than the other models at 4.13 kg (when the water tanks are empty).

All three vacuums share the same basic battery and tank capacities: a 4000mAh battery, a 790ml clean water tank, and a 670ml dirty water tank.

Availability

The S20, S30, and S20 Pro are available now on Narwal’s official website, Amazon India, and Flipkart. They are also scheduled to appear in physical retail stores, including Reliance Digital, Croma, and Vijay Sales, starting in July.

In related news, Dreame has recently introduced the L50s Pro Ultra and L50 Ultra CE robot vacuums in India.

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Honor has launched the Watch 6 in global markets, starting with the UK, following its initial release as Watch 6 Plus in China last month. The smartwatch focuses on battery endurance, a bright display, and specific fitness tracking modes. It is priced at £249.99 (around $330). For the first month, starting today, June 18, 2026, the device is discounted to £169.99 and includes a complimentary pair of Honor Choice Earbuds Clip.

Honor Watch 6 Specifications

The watch is available in a single 46.5mm size, but the case materials differ based on the color option. The Shadow Black version uses an aluminum alloy case, weighing 41 grams without the strap. The Twilight Brown model opts for a 316L stainless steel body and weighs 50 grams. Both variants are 10.8mm thick.

The display is a 1.46-inch AMOLED screen with a 464 x 464 resolution. Honor says a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, which is designed to help with outdoor visibility. The screen also includes wet touch control to maintain responsiveness in the rain or during workouts. For durability, the watch carries 5ATM and IP69 water and dust resistance ratings.

The watch is powered by a 980mAh battery. It can last up to 35 days in battery-saver mode, or about 17 days under typical use. For outdoor activities, the watch supports dual-band (L1+L5) GPS and is rated for up to 42 hours of continuous tracking.

Running on Honor’s MagicOS, the watch includes over 120 sports modes. Honor specifically highlights its tracking for football and badminton. The football mode records sprint speeds and creates movement heat maps in the companion app. The badminton mode logs swing counts, shot power, and forehand-to-backhand ratios.

For general health, it uses an optical sensor to track heart rate, sleep, stress, and heart rate variability (HRV). This data is combined into a Body Energy Assessment to estimate daily recovery and fatigue levels.

For daily use, the Watch 6 features a built-in microphone and speaker, allowing for voice memo recording directly from the wrist. It includes NFC for contactless payments through Fidesmo, supporting Mastercard and Visa cards. The software also supports receiving notifications from two connected phones simultaneously.

In related news, Honor has also introduced the 600 Smart 5G, featuring a massive 7,700mAh battery and a 6.87-inch 120Hz display.

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Obsbot has released a new webcam for desktop and mobile setups called the Meet Flip. It is currently available at an introductory price of 599 yuan (about $88) and will carry a standard retail price of 699 yuan (around $103). The device is designed primarily for remote workers, educators, and anyone who needs a portable camera for video calls.

Obsbot Meet Flip Specifications

The hardware is built around a foldable resin body connected by a metal hinge, weighing a total of 37.7 grams. The hinge allows the camera to rotate up to 180 degrees, while the mounting clip is built to fit monitors up to 20.5mm thick. You can adjust the viewing angle between 0 and 77 degrees, and the camera can be mounted horizontally, vertically, or upside down depending on the specific desk or monitor setup.

Inside, the Meet Flip uses a 1/2-inch stacked CMOS sensor from Sony with a 48-megapixel resolution. It outputs video at up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second, or 1080p at 60 frames per second. The lens has an f/1.8 aperture, which lets in a decent amount of light and should help with visibility in dimmer rooms. Obsbot notes that the stacked sensor design allows for faster data readout, which helps maintain image quality and responsiveness during use.

The camera provides a 72-degree field of view in 16:9 mode (79.1 degrees in 4:3) with a 25mm equivalent focal length. It relies on a phase-detection autofocus (PDAF) system that the company says can lock onto a subject in 0.3 seconds. It also supports HDR processing to balance out harsh lighting and offers up to 4x digital zoom.

Like many recent webcams, the Meet Flip includes several software-based features. It has automatic framing to keep the subject centered as they move, and it supports hand gestures to control zoom levels or toggle the framing on and off without touching the device.

The companion software offers standard video call tools like virtual backgrounds, background blur, and appearance filters. There are also a few extra utilities included, such as eye-contact correction, a built-in teleprompter, and AI-generated meeting summaries.

For audio, the device features a dual-microphone setup consisting of one directional and one omnidirectional mic. You can switch between four audio pickup modes depending on the environment, and the software applies noise reduction to filter out background sounds.

The Meet Flip connects via USB as a plug-and-play device and is compatible with Windows 10 and macOS 11 or newer.

In related news, we recently reviewed the Obsbot Tiny 3 and Tiny 3 Lite, two compact AI-powered webcams that bring flagship tracking features to a smaller form factor.

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After unveiling the Honor 600 Lite, Honor 600, and Honor 600 Pro for the global market, Honor is now back with yet another 600-series phone called the Honor 600 Smart 5G. Positioned as an entry-level offering, the device focuses on battery life, durability and a large display. It also becomes one of the biggest battery-equipped smartphones in the Honor 600 lineup available outside China.

Honor 600 Smart 5G specifications and features

The Honor 600 Smart 5G features a large 6.87-inch LCD panel that offers HD+ resolution of 1592 x 720 pixels and brightness levels of up to 1,020 nits. It is the world’s first smartphone to feature the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chip. The SoC is coupled with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Honor also offers RAM Turbo technology, which can allocate additional storage as virtual memory.

One of the major highlights of the device is its 7,700mAh battery, which is larger than the 7,000mAh batteries found on the Honor 600 and 600 Pro. The battery supports 45W fast charging and is claimed to deliver up to 28 hours of video streaming and as much as 93 hours of usage on a single charge under certain conditions.

The handset runs Android 16 with MagicOS 10.0 on top. It is equipped with a 50-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Additional features include stereo speakers with a 400 percent volume boost mode, an AI button, face unlock support, and USB Type-C connectivity

When it comes to durability, the 600 Smart 5G offers IP64-rated dust and splash resistance, and SGS-certified drop protection. Honor says the phone can withstand drops from up to 2.5 metres and can survive underwater at depths of up to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes.

Honor 600 Smart 5G price and availability

The Honor 600 Smart 5G has been announced in a single 4GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration. In France, it is priced at €219 (~$250). Buyers can choose between Silver and black color options. The smartphone is expected to go on sale in Europe later this month.

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Luxury device modifier Caviar has announced its latest lineup of Apple accessories, and this time, the company is stepping away from permanent chassis replacements.

Design Details

The new Genesis collection is a series of magnetic custom modules designed for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Instead of dismantling the phone to apply precious metals, these new accessories function as high-end, snap-on backplates that attach magnetically to the device, sitting somewhere between a traditional phone case and a full custom modification.

The flagship model of the Genesis collection is the Relict, which is priced at $4,490 and limited to a production run of just seven units. The primary selling point of the Relict is a literal fragment of a Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil embedded into a checkmark-shaped decorative element on the back panel.

The rest of the module is constructed from lightweight aviation-grade titanium and alligator leather finished in a smoky gray-to-white Himalaya colorway, accented with blue jewelry enamel.

For buyers not looking to carry prehistoric fossils in their pockets, Caviar is offering four other models in the Genesis line, each limited to 99 pieces. The entry-level option is the $1,630 Proteus, which pairs blue hand-crafted crocodile leather with standard silver aviation titanium.

Stepping up the pricing tier are the Stimulus and Vector models, both priced at $1,910. These variants utilize black PVD-coated titanium frames and black crocodile leather, differentiated primarily by their enamel accents, orange for the Stimulus and black for the Vector.

Rounding out the collection is the Orion, priced at $2,060. It features a gold PVD-coated titanium frame paired with blue crocodile leather and blue enamel detailing, designed to mimic the night sky.

All modules in the Genesis collection rely on a magnetic attachment system, allowing users to swap the heavy titanium and leather plates on and off without tools. Caviar says that the accessories are shipped in the company’s signature gift boxes.

In related news, Caviar has recently unveiled a luxury iPhone 17 Pro Max featuring a built-in vault for Swiss watches, alongside a $10,500 gold-plated edition inspired by Donald Trump.

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Huawei has announced two new true wireless earbuds in India aimed at users looking for better sound quality, effective noise cancellation and extended battery life. The new FreeBuds 7i and FreeBuds SE 4 ANC cater to different price segments while bringing several premium audio features to a wider audience. Here’s more in detail about both audio products.

Huawei FreeBuds 7i and FreeBuds SE 4 ANC key features

The Huawei FreeBuds 7i is positioned as the more premium offering in the lineup. It comes equipped with Intelligent Dynamic ANC 4.0, which automatically adjusts noise cancellation levels based on the surrounding environment.

The earbuds feature an 11mm quad-magnet driver, spatial audio support with head tracking, and a triple-microphone system paired with AI-powered noise reduction for clearer voice calls. Huawei claims the earbuds can maintain call quality even in noisy surroundings. The FreeBuds 7i also supports gesture controls, dual-device connectivity, audio sharing and Bluetooth 5.4.

Meanwhile, the Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 ANC targets value-conscious buyers with support for multi-mode active noise cancellation of up to 24dB. The earbuds feature a 10mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, low-latency gaming support and multiple EQ presets. Huawei says the lightweight design is based on extensive ear-shape research to improve long-term comfort. Both models carry an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance, making them suitable for everyday use and workouts.

The FreeBuds 7i can deliver up to 35 hours of playback with the charging case, while a quick 10-minute charge provides up to four hours of listening time. The FreeBuds SE 4 ANC extends total battery life to as much as 50 hours with the charging case.

Huawei FreeBuds 7i and FreeBuds SE 4 ANC price and availability

The Huawei FreeBuds 7i is available in Black, White and Pink colour options and is priced at Rs 8,799 as a launch offer, against an MRP of Rs 13,999. The Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 ANC comes in Black and White shades and is available for Rs 4,799, compared to its Rs 7,999 MRP.

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Hisense E8S series has debuted in India as the company’s latest Mini-LED TV lineup for consumers seeking premium picture quality, immersive sound and gaming-focused features. Available in multiple screen sizes, the new range combines advanced display technology, AI-powered enhancements and smart entertainment features in a single package.

Hisense E8S TV series: All the key features

The Hisense E8S series is built around the company’s ULED Mini-LED display technology, which combines Full Array Local Dimming and Hi-QLED Colour technology to deliver improved contrast, deeper blacks and more accurate colours. The TVs also support HDR10+ Adaptive, Dolby Vision IQ and Filmmaker Mode, helping content appear closer to the creator’s original intent.

For gaming enthusiasts, the E8S comes with a native 144Hz refresh rate, allowing smoother visuals and reduced motion blur during fast-paced gameplay. Powering the experience is the Hi-View AI Engine, which analyses scenes in real time and adjusts picture settings for improved clarity, contrast and colour reproduction. The 85-inch variant receives an upgraded Hi-View AI Engine Pro for additional image enhancements.

Audio is another major highlight of the series. The TVs feature a built-in subwoofer tuned by Devialet, delivering deeper bass and a fuller sound experience without requiring an external speaker system. Hisense has also included an AI RGB Light Sensor that automatically adjusts picture settings based on room lighting conditions.

The E8S runs on the VIDAA Smart OS and supports hands-free voice control for easier navigation and content discovery. The lineup is available in 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch and 85-inch screen sizes, catering to different room sizes and viewing preferences.

Hisense E8S TV series price and availability

The Hisense E8S ULED Mini-LED TV series starts at Rs 57,990 and will be sold exclusively through online platforms, including Amazon and Flipkart. Buyers can also take advantage of launch offers such as no-cost EMI options of up to 18 months and special introductory discounts for early purchasers.

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So far, iQOO has launched three Z11-branded phones in China, namely the iQOO Z11x, Z11, and Z11 Turbo. Now, the brand has started teasing the arrival of the Z11i, which appears to be an entry-level 5G phone. Here’s a look at all the details of this upcoming phone. While the launch date is yet to be confirmed, it is now available for pre-orders through the company’s official online store and other online retailers. At the same time, the brand has also revealed the color variants of the device.

iQOO Z11i design, color options revealed

The above images showcase the iQOO Z11i in three color options: Green Peak, Desert Gold, and Ink Shadow. While the specifications of the phone are under wraps, Chinese tech bloggers such as Experience More claim that it will be a rebranded version of the Vivo Y60, which debuted recently in China.

While the Vivo Y60 has the model number V2559A, the iQOO Z11i is said to have the model number V2559UA. Therefore, it would not be surprising if the Z11i arrives with the same specifications as the Y60.

iQOO Z11i specifications (expected)

The iQOO Z11i is expected to feature a 6.72-inch LCD panel with a waterdrop notch. It will offer an HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it may feature the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip along with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

The Z11i may draw power from a 6,500mAh battery, which will support 15W charging. For photography, it may feature a 5MP front camera and a 13MP rear camera.

The Z11i is expected to run on OriginOS 6-based Android 16. It may come with other features such as a side-facing fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, an IR blaster, a notification LED, and an IP65-rated dust- and splash-resistant body.

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Oppo is gearing up to launch the Reno 16 series in multiple markets. Among these, Indonesia and Malaysia have already confirmed the launch dates. While the lineup will be announced on July 8 in Malaysia, it will launch earlier on July 3 in Indonesia. Ahead of the launch, regional listings have revealed key details about the upcoming Oppo devices.

Oppo Reno 16 series incoming

The Reno 16 series landing page available on Oppo Malaysia’s website reveals that it is now up for pre-orders. The microsite also reveals that the brand will unveil other devices, such as the Oppo Bubble, a display that can be attached to the back of the Reno 16 series, and earbuds such as the Enco Air 5 and Enco Air 5s.

On the other hand, Oppo Indonesia is also accepting pre-orders for the Reno 16 series and has dedicated landing pages for each of the three phones. The Reno 16F, which will be an entry-level offering in the lineup, will have two variants: 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB. It will come in color options such as Dream Purple, Pop White, and Twilight Violet.

The Reno 16 is listed in two colors: Pop White and Twilight Violet. It will be available in two variants: 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB.

The Oppo Reno 16 Pro will come in a single 12GB+256GB version. Buyers will have the option to choose from Pop White and Starlight Black

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Oppo hasn’t confirmed the other specifications of these smartphones. However, recent Geekbench sightings have revealed that the Reno 16F, Reno 16, and Reno 16 Pro will be powered by the Dimensity 7300, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, and Dimensity 8500 (or 8550) chipsets, respectively. Hopefully, upcoming reports will reveal more details about the Reno 16 trio.

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Samsung’s overall chip business achieved a record-breaking operating profit in Q1 2026, and that’s only going to go up as the global chip buyers are turning to Samsung Electronics for manufacturing future chips, as reported by Nikkei Asia. The list includes big tech giants such as AMD, Google, NVIDIA-backed Groq, Tesla, and BYD, all of which are looking to diversify their chip production to Samsung as demand continues to soar beyond TSMC’s available capacity.

AMD is in talks with Samsung about manufacturing future CPUs starting in 2028. Google is also reportedly expanding ties with the South Korean giant to produce its next-generation Axion processors, set to launch around 2028, and has asked Samsung to build part of its key Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) for AI computing workloads as early as 2028.

BYD, the world’s largest electric vehicle maker, is also in discussion with Samsung for its next-generation autonomous driving chips, while Tesla has already confirmed that its next-generation AI6 chip will be produced at Samsung’s Texas facility. NVIDIA-backed Groq, which develops language processing units, is already using Samsung’s foundry for chip production and may also use it for its next version of specialized AI chips.

Samsung is witnessing a sharp rise in manufacturing inquiries from both existing and new clients, people familiar with the matter told Nikkei Asia. Companies are adopting dual-sourcing strategies, splitting orders between TSMC and Samsung, rather than relying on the foundry to reduce supply-chain risk.

With tech giants like Google, Tesla, BYD, and AMD aggressively securing what’s left of TSMC’s capacity, smaller companies are left with little choice but to look elsewhere, making Samsung their strongest alternative.

Samsung’s chip business gains momentum as demand outpaces TSMC

There are only three companies in the world that can produce advanced chips: TSMC, Samsung, and Intel.

TSMC makes the most advanced chips and therefore dominates the market, followed by Samsung, which has struggled to win over major outside customers, but things have started to shift. While Intel is a massive company, its contract manufacturing business is still in its infancy regarding external scale.

Due to unprecedented demand for AI and high-performance chips, TSMC’s production capacity is unable to keep pace with the demand, forcing companies to diversify orders across multiple foundries, and that’s where Samsung shines. It’s emerging as the main alternative for companies that are not able to secure capacity at TSMC and for those who want to diversify to ensure it’s not affected by the supply-chain crisis.

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3. TSMC’s 2nm supply shortage forces smartphone brands to save the best for top-end models amid growing DRAM crisis

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Samsung Galaxy A27 and Oppo A6 target buyers looking for a capable mid-range smartphone without stretching their budget. While both devices sit in the same price segment, they take very different approaches. Samsung focuses on display quality, performance, and long-term software support, while Oppo emphasizes battery life and durability. This comparison breaks down their key differences to help determine which phone delivers the better overall value. 

Major Features:

Design and Display

Build and Feel

The Samsung Galaxy A27 offers a more premium construction with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both the front and back, along with an IP64 rating for protection against dust and water splashes. The overall design feels more refined and modern, especially for users who value premium materials in a mid-range smartphone.

The Oppo A6 takes a different approach by focusing on durability. Its IP68/IP69 rating provides significantly stronger water and dust resistance, making it more suitable for outdoor use or harsher environments. While the plastic back does not feel as premium as Samsung’s glass design, the rugged protection adds practical value for many users.

Display Quality

Samsung clearly leads in display quality with its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, and Full HD+ resolution. Colors appear richer, blacks are deeper, and overall sharpness is noticeably better.

The Oppo A6 offers a 120Hz IPS LCD panel with decent brightness, but the lower HD+ resolution results in less detail and clarity. Every day use remains smooth, but media consumption feels more immersive on Samsung’s AMOLED screen.

Verdict

The Galaxy A27 wins this category thanks to its premium materials and significantly superior AMOLED display. The Oppo A6 scores points for durability, but Samsung delivers the better overall viewing experience.

Specifications Including Battery

Performance

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, which provides stronger CPU and GPU performance than the Dimensity 6300 inside the Oppo A6. Daily tasks, multitasking, gaming, and long-term responsiveness feel more polished on the Galaxy A27.

Samsung also benefits from an exceptional software commitment, offering Android 16 and up to six major Android upgrades. This level of support is rarely seen in this price segment and greatly improves long-term value.

The Oppo A6 handles everyday applications comfortably and offers multiple storage and RAM configurations, including a 512GB option. However, its Dimensity 6300 is aimed more at efficiency than outright performance.

Battery and Charging

Battery life is where the Oppo A6 shines. Its massive 7000mAh battery easily outlasts the Galaxy A27’s 5000mAh cell. Combined with 45W charging, it is built for users who prioritize endurance.

Samsung’s 25W charging is adequate but less impressive. Most users will comfortably get through a day, but the Oppo A6 is clearly the endurance champion.

Verdict

The Galaxy A27 offers stronger performance and industry-leading software support, while the Oppo A6 dominates in battery life. For overall capability, Samsung takes a slight lead, but heavy battery users may prefer Oppo.

Camera

Main and Secondary Lenses

Samsung equips the Galaxy A27 with a versatile triple-camera setup featuring a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 5MP ultrawide camera, and a macro lens. Optical image stabilization helps improve low-light photos and video stability, while the ultrawide lens adds flexibility for landscapes and group shots.

The Oppo A6 uses a 50MP primary camera paired with an auxiliary sensor. Daylight photos can look good, but the lack of OIS and the absence of a true ultrawide camera limit versatility. Video recording is also capped at 1080p, whereas Samsung supports 4K recording and advanced stabilization.

The Galaxy A27 feels more complete as a camera-focused device, especially for users who regularly capture photos and videos.

Selfie Camera

Samsung again has the advantage with its 12MP autofocus selfie camera. Autofocus helps maintain sharper results, particularly in varying shooting distances.

The Oppo A6’s 8MP front camera is suitable for video calls and casual selfies, but it cannot match Samsung’s detail and consistency.

Verdict

The Galaxy A27 comfortably wins the camera category. Better stabilization, an ultrawide lens, 4K video recording, and a superior selfie camera make it a stronger photography package.

Pricing

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is priced around $260 / ₹22,000, while the Oppo A6 is also priced around $260 / ₹22,000. Since both devices occupy the same price bracket, the decision comes down to priorities rather than affordability.

Samsung delivers a premium AMOLED display, a faster processor, better cameras, DeX support, and one of the best software update policies available in the segment. These advantages contribute directly to the daily user experience and long-term ownership value.

The Oppo A6 focuses on practicality. Buyers receive a massive 7000mAh battery, faster 45W charging, stronger IP68/IP69 protection, stereo speakers, and extensive memory options. These features can be highly appealing for users who prioritize endurance and durability.

Verdict

At the same price, the Galaxy A27 offers better overall value for most buyers because of its display, performance, cameras, and software support. The Oppo A6 remains an excellent value choice for users who need exceptional battery life above everything else.

Disclaimer:
Prices are approximate and may vary based on country, region, launch timing, and applicable taxes. Always check whether the listed price is for a China unit or a global/international variant when purchasing.

Conclusion

The Galaxy A27 stands out with its Super AMOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, OIS-equipped camera system, Samsung DeX support, and six years of major Android updates. These features make it feel like a more complete and future-proof smartphone.

The Oppo A6 counters with a huge 7000mAh battery, 45W charging, IP68/IP69 protection, stereo speakers, and numerous storage configurations. Its strengths are practical and designed for long-lasting daily usage.

Both devices serve different audiences. Samsung focuses on delivering a balanced smartphone experience with stronger multimedia and software capabilities, while Oppo emphasizes durability and battery endurance.

Verdict

For most users, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is the better overall smartphone. The superior display, faster performance, stronger camera system, and outstanding software support create a more rounded package at the same price.

Choose the Oppo A6 if battery life, charging speed, and rugged durability are the highest priorities. Otherwise, the Galaxy A27 provides a more complete experience and better long-term value.

Disclaimer: This comparison is based on the specifications provided and is intended for general informational purposes. Actual performance, camera results, battery life, and overall experience may vary depending on real-world usage, software updates, and individual preferences.

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itel has introduced a new 4GB RAM variant of the A100 Pro in India, adding another option to its affordable smartphone portfolio. The device combines entry-level specifications with a few uncommon features for its price segment, while a limited-period bundled offer is aimed at attracting first-time smartphone buyers.

itel A100 Pro 4GB specifications and features

The itel A100 Pro comes with a 6.6-inch HD+ IPS display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and animations. It also features DTS-tuned audio and a Dynamic Bar interface that displays alerts, calls and battery information in a compact format.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the Unisoc T7100 octa-core chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The company also offers an additional 8GB of virtual RAM expansion.

In terms of photography, the handset includes an 8-megapixel AI rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The device runs Android 15 Go Edition and packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W charging.

Other notable features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, face unlock support, an IR blaster, Ultra Link connectivity for communication in limited network conditions, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability certification.

Price and availability

The itel A100 Pro 4GB is priced at Rs 10,999 and is available in Comet Orange, Cloud White and Black color options. The company is also offering a free screen replacement within 100 days of purchase, adding an extra layer of protection for buyers.

One of the biggest highlights of the A100 Pro 4GB, worth Rs 1,499, is the inclusion of a neckband worth Rs 1,499 inside the retail box at no extra cost. The company is positioning the offer as an added-value package for consumers looking for both a smartphone and audio accessory in a single purchase.

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