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Haiti forced to alter World Cup shirt after Fifa flags political imagery rule breach
Haiti have changed their World Cup 2026 kit after Fifa ruled that imagery depicting a scene from the country's independence war violated its regulations on political speech. The revision was confirmed by manufacturer Saeta ahead of Saturday's Group C opener against Scotland in Boston.
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Infantino defends FIFA as barred referee, Trump absence and storms cloud World Cup opening day
FIFA president Gianni Infantino urged critics to 'chill' after Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States on security grounds, while President Trump is set to skip the USA's opener against Paraguay in Los Angeles and severe weather delayed England's warm-up friendly in Orlando.
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Trump to skip USA's World Cup opener to attend UFC events in Washington
Donald Trump will not attend the United States' opening World Cup match against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday, with the president expected to remain in Washington for events tied to Sunday's UFC card instead.
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PSG ready to sacrifice Barcola and Ramos to land Olise from Bayern
PSG are targeting Michael Olise, Bayern Munich's winger under contract until 2029 and valued at €150 million, and are considering selling Bradley Barcola and Gonçalo Ramos to finance this ambitious transfer.
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Wafer becomes first back-to-back Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship
Ireland's Aoife Wafer claimed the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship for a second consecutive year, becoming the first player to win the award in back-to-back seasons since its introduction in 2020. The 23-year-old Harlequins flanker scored five tries and beat 20 defenders across the tournament.
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Gaethje warns Topuria's first-round knockout boasts have backed him into a corner
Justin Gaethje has pushed back on Ilia Topuria's repeated predictions of a sub-two-minute finish ahead of their UFC lightweight main event, arguing that Topuria's bold claims will haunt him if the fight extends beyond the opening round.
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Saracens' Olivia Apps named PWR Player of the Season ahead of semi-final showdown
Canada international and Saracens scrum-half Olivia Apps has claimed the Premiership Women's Rugby Player of the Season award, with the Ontario-born half-back also named in the PWR Team of the Season alongside club teammate Zoe Harrison.
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Willis departs English rugby as Premiership Player of the Year before Bordeaux move
Tom Willis has been voted Premiership Player of the Year by his fellow professionals, signing off from Saracens in style before his move to Bordeaux. Teenager Noah Caluori claimed Breakthrough Player of the Year after a record-breaking debut season.
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World Cup debut patches worn by Haaland and Yamal will become Topps trading cards from 2031
Players making their World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament will wear a commemorative patch on their shirt. After each debut game, the patch will be removed and converted into a Topps trading card — though collectors must wait until at least 2031 to own one.
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Infantino tells critics to 'chill and relax' over Somali referee's US entry ban
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended his organisation's handling of the Omar Artan visa controversy, telling critics to 'chill and relax' while also revealing he personally promised Iran their place at the 2026 World Cup.
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ITV's Brooklyn studio outshines BBC's virtual backdrop as World Cup 2026 coverage begins
ITV Sport has launched its 2026 World Cup coverage from a custom-built studio in Brooklyn, New York, offering panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline — a stark contrast to the BBC's Salford base, where presenters work in front of LED-recreated host cities.
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Richards declares himself fit to anchor USA defence for Paraguay World Cup opener
Crystal Palace centre-back Chris Richards has cleared his sore left ankle in time to start the United States' World Cup campaign against Paraguay on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium, two days after confirming his availability at a press conference in Irvine.
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Pereira dismisses Hokit as 'disrespectful' and questions his UFC future ahead of White House card
Light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has cast doubt on Josh Hokit's long-term place in the UFC, calling his rival's conduct 'disrespectful' days before both men compete in separate heavyweight bouts at UFC White House on Sunday. Hokit insists a clash between the two is 'inevitable'.
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John Barnes warns Ronaldo's dominance will stifle Bruno Fernandes at World Cup 2026
Former England winger John Barnes believes Cristiano Ronaldo's outsized presence in the Portugal squad will prevent Bruno Fernandes and other talented teammates from performing at their best at the 2026 World Cup.
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How Christian Eriksen's implanted heart device saved him during his second collapse
Christian Eriksen walked off the pitch after collapsing during a recent friendly, protected by the implantable cardioverter defibrillator fitted after his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020 in 2021. The Danish midfielder confirmed the device "did exactly what it was designed to do."
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UFC White House producer reveals rain and heat plans for South Lawn debut
With the UFC's historic White House event on the South Lawn set for this Sunday, chief content officer Craig Borsari has outlined contingency plans for summer heat, rain, and potential thunderstorms — including a custom canvas cover and an 8 p.m. start time to reduce direct sunlight.
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Der Zakarian returns to Nantes ten years after acrimonious departure
Relegated to Ligue 2, FC Nantes is set to entrust its bench to Michel Der Zakarian for two seasons, according to Ouest-France. The Armenian manager left the club on bad terms in 2016, before a legal battle that was settled in 2023.
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England's World Cup warm-up against Costa Rica delayed by lightning and heavy rain in Orlando
England's pre-tournament friendly against Costa Rica at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando has been suspended after lightning and heavy rain left standing water on the pitch, casting doubt over the match just days before their World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia in Dallas.
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England's World Cup base in Kansas wins over locals ahead of South Africa opener
The Football Association has taken over the 54-room Inn at Meadowbrook in Prairie Village, near Kansas City, as England's base for the 2026 World Cup. Residents neighbouring the £260-a-night property have been flying Union flags and are set to meet Thomas Tuchel's squad at a local cocktail reception.
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Man United to stay in Anderson race and force City into club-record £100m fee
Manchester United will not withdraw their interest in Elliot Anderson despite being the midfielder's second choice, a tactic that could push Manchester City into a club-record fee exceeding £100 million for the Nottingham Forest player.
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