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Conceicao urges Portugal to match Ronaldo's hunger as World Cup campaign falters after DR Congo draw

Francisco Conceicao has called on Portugal's younger players to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's drive and dedication after a frustrating 1-1 draw with DR Congo left their World Cup campaign in need of a response against Uzbekistan in Houston on Tuesday.

Football Jun 22

Carragher warns Liverpool over £86m Diomande bid after last summer's costly mistakes

Jamie Carragher has urged Liverpool to avoid overspending on RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, 19, after the club signalled willingness to pay up to £86million for the Ivory Coast teenager. Leipzig are holding out for closer to £112m.

Football Jun 22

Partey breaks silence on Canada visa ban and eyes reunion with Saka and Rice at World Cup

Thomas Partey has spoken publicly for the first time since being denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener, confirming he is available for Tuesday's Group L clash with England in Boston.

Football Jun 22

Salah lifted aloft on Vancouver streets as Egypt end 92-year wait for World Cup win

Mohamed Salah scored and was hoisted onto a team-mate's shoulders in wild street celebrations after Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver — the Pharaohs' first World Cup victory in their 92-year history.

Football Jun 22

Serbian consultant Bogdanovic makes racist remarks on air about Black players

Following Belgium's 0-0 draw with Iran at the 2026 World Cup, former Yugoslav striker Rade Bogdanovic claimed on a Serbian television channel that Black players "lack concentration" beyond 60 to 80 minutes of play, doubling down on his comments despite contradictions from the studio panel.

Football Jun 22

France Pierron's Suspension: Pascal Praud Denounces L'Équipe Group's "Deplorable" Decision

After France Pierron was suspended from air following her comments on Jérémy Doku, Pascal Praud defended her on Europe 1 and CNews, criticizing L'Équipe group's management in the name of freedom of expression.

Football Jun 22

Schlotterbeck ruled out of World Cup with ankle injury, clouding Liverpool's transfer plans

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup after sustaining an ankle injury in Germany's 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast. The 26-year-old, who scored in the 7-1 rout of Curacao, had been linked with a move to Liverpool.

Football Jun 22

DR Congo's living-statue fan Mboladinga reaches Mexico after Ebola travel delays

Michel Kuka Mboladinga, the DR Congo super-fan who stands motionless dressed as assassinated Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba, has arrived in Mexico in time to support his country against Colombia in Guadalajara on Tuesday.

Football Jun 22

Wales captain Lewis ends eight-year Gloucester Hartpury stint to join Bristol Bears

Bethan Lewis, a 65-cap Wales flanker who captained Gloucester Hartpury for much of the 2026 Women's Six Nations, has signed with Bristol Bears for the 2026/27 PWR season after 96 appearances across eight years at the three-time champions.

Rugby Jun 22

Prates resumes training and targets UFC welterweight title shot after back-to-back knockouts

Carlos Prates has returned to the gym six weeks after his TKO win over Jack Della Maddalena, posting a pointed message on Instagram declaring his next chapter will be 'UFC Champion'. The Brazilian contender is angling for a shot at the Makhachev-Garry winner from UFC 330.

MMA Jun 22

Mourinho drives Real Madrid toward Dias and Enzo Fernandez in experienced-player overhaul

José Mourinho has been granted primary control over Real Madrid's summer recruitment, with Rúben Dias and Enzo Fernández topping his list. The shift marks a deliberate move away from youth, with new arrivals averaging nearly 29 years of age.

Football Jun 22

Garry vows to outgrapple Makhachev at UFC 330: 'I'll bounce him on his skull'

Ian Garry has declared he will beat Islam Makhachev at his own game when the pair meet for the welterweight title at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, insisting his size, speed and takedown defence will expose the Dagestani champion in ways no opponent has before.

MMA Jun 22

Salah's Egypt barred from Seattle stay after historic first World Cup win

Egypt's Football Association confirmed their squad was refused permission to remain in Seattle following a 3-1 victory over New Zealand — the country's first-ever World Cup win — forcing the team to return to their Spokane base ahead of a Group G clash with Iran.

Football Jun 22

Maresca's £17m Man City move ranks third in manager compensation history

Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea over a £17.26m compensation package for Enzo Maresca, making the 46-year-old the third most expensive managerial appointment in football history behind Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann.

Football Jun 22

Magomedov calls Strickland's sparring impression 'a pale imitation' ahead of UFC Baku

Sharabutdin 'Shara Bullet' Magomedov has dismissed Sean Strickland's attempt to mimic his flashy style in sparring as a pale imitation, while also admitting he was surprised Strickland ever became UFC champion. Magomedov faces Michel Pereira at UFC Baku on June 27.

MMA Jun 22

Garry vows to end Makhachev's record-tying 16-fight streak at UFC 330 in Philadelphia

Ian Machado Garry will challenge UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev in the UFC 330 main event on August 15 in Philadelphia. Garry, 10-1 in the octagon after wins over Belal Muhammad and Carlos Prates, says he will end Makhachev's historic 16-fight winning streak.

MMA Jun 22

McLaren and Red Bull take Monaco Gasly podium controversy to FIA's International Court of Appeal

McLaren and Red Bull have formally appealed the Monaco Grand Prix stewards' decision to reinstate Pierre Gasly's podium, arguing that rescinding his penalties created a sporting inequity for drivers who served theirs on track.

Formula 1 Jun 22

Georgia's Junior Lelos stun New Zealand U20s for first time in history with late try

Georgia's Junior Lelos defeated the New Zealand Junior All Blacks 22-19 at the Kharebi Arena in Rustavi, ending a run of four consecutive losses to the All Blacks at U20 level with a match-winning try in the final minute.

Rugby Jun 22

Barcelona's interest in Sesko only confirms Manchester United have a long-term striker

Barcelona have been linked with Benjamin Sesko as a potential replacement for Robert Lewandowski, but Manchester United are bemused by the reports and have absolutely no intention of selling the Slovenian after just one promising season at Old Trafford.

Football Jun 22

Egyptian referee Amin Omar appointed to oversee Argentina vs Austria at World Cup 2026

Egyptian official Amin Omar will take charge of Argentina's World Cup group-stage clash against Austria, with both sides knowing a win guarantees a place in the knockout rounds.

Football Jun 22