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Aguerd and Ezzalzouli ruled out, double blow for Morocco ahead of World Cup

Two days before their opening match against Brazil, the Atlas Lions lose their central defender Nayef Aguerd, sidelined by chronic pubic pain, and Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli, who suffered a knee sprain against Norway.

Football Jun 11

Koundé uncertain for France-Senegal after muscle discomfort at half-time

Jules Koundé asked to be substituted at half-time of France's warm-up match against Northern Ireland due to thigh muscle discomfort. His presence for France's opening World Cup match against Senegal on Tuesday remains uncertain.

Football Jun 11

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.

Football Jun 10

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."

Football Jun 10

Gane dismisses Aspinall's cheater claims ahead of Pereira interim title fight

Ciryl Gane has shrugged off Tom Aspinall's accusations of deliberate eye poking, saying 'this is his opinion' as the French heavyweight prepares to face Alex Pereira for the interim UFC heavyweight title at the UFC White House card on Sunday.

MMA Jun 10

Saka injury concern clouds England's World Cup eve as Infantino prepares press conference

Thomas Tuchel has raised doubts over Bukayo Saka's fitness ahead of the 2026 World Cup, revealing the Arsenal forward is being managed through an Achilles issue as England face Costa Rica in their final warm-up. FIFA president Gianni Infantino is also set to address the media on the eve of the tournament.

Football Jun 10

Japan's leading points scorer Lee ruled out of Nations Championship with surgery needed

Fly-half Seungsin Lee, international rugby's top points scorer in 2025 with 122 points, will miss Japan's Nations Championship campaign after head coach Eddie Jones confirmed he requires surgery on an undisclosed injury.

Rugby Jun 10

Injury-hit Springboks lose Moerat from squad as uncapped Van Heerden earns first call-up

Salmaan Moerat has been ruled out of the South Africa squad through injury just days after being named in Rassie Erasmus' 51-man group, with uncapped Stormers lock Ruben van Heerden called up as his replacement.

Rugby Jun 10

Anscombe leaves Bayonne after injury-hit season leaves Wales fly-half at career crossroads

Gareth Anscombe has confirmed he will leave Bayonne this summer after a single frustrating season in the Top 14 was derailed by a calf injury, a serious shin wound, and coaching upheaval at the club. The 35-year-old says he remains motivated to play on.

Rugby Jun 10

Disappointing Draw and Jackson's Red Card: Senegal Concerns Mount Before France Clash

Held to a 0-0 draw by Saudi Arabia ten days after their 3-2 defeat to the United States, the Lions of Teranga approach the 2026 World Cup lacking confidence, just a week before their opening match against France.

Football Jun 10

Murley targets outside centre switch to secure spot in England's 2027 World Cup squad

Harlequins vice-captain Cadan Murley believes developing as an outside centre alongside his natural wing game will strengthen his case for England's 2027 Rugby World Cup squad, with head coach Steve Borthwick actively encouraging the positional shift.

Rugby Jun 10

Arsenal appoint former Olympic sprinter Abrantes as head doctor after shock Iqbal sacking

Arsenal have moved quickly to reshape their medical department this summer, with former Olympic sprinter Arnaldo Abrantes set to become the club's new head doctor following the surprise dismissal of Zafar Iqbal, who held the role for two years.

Football Jun 10

Tuchel managing Saka carefully as England build him up ahead of World Cup opener

Bukayo Saka is training with England's World Cup squad but remains short of full fitness after an Achilles injury that restricted his involvement in Arsenal's title run-in. Thomas Tuchel confirmed the winger is being carefully managed ahead of the Group L opener against Croatia on June 17.

Football Jun 10

Tuchel sweats on Saka's fitness as England face Costa Rica in final World Cup warm-up

Thomas Tuchel has admitted concerns over Bukayo Saka's achilles ahead of England's friendly against Costa Rica, casting doubt over the Arsenal winger's availability for the World Cup. Meanwhile, Andy Robertson has received a heartfelt letter from Diogo Jota's widow ahead of Scotland's tournament debut.

Football Jun 10

Messi scores 117th goal and becomes Argentina's oldest goalscorer

Back after a two-week absence due to muscle fatigue, Lionel Messi converted a penalty 53 seconds after coming on as a substitute against Iceland, setting a new age record for the Argentine national team.

Football Jun 10

Newell returns from MCL injury to start Crusaders' Super Rugby semi-final against Chiefs

Fletcher Newell has recovered from an MCL injury sustained just two weeks ago to reclaim his tighthead prop berth for the Crusaders' Super Rugby semi-final against the Chiefs in Hamilton. Braydon Ennor also comes back into the starting backline to replace the injured Dallas McLeod.

Rugby Jun 10

Injured Barrett returns at fullback as Blues make five changes for Hurricanes semi-final

Beauden Barrett ends a three-week absence from a quad injury to start at fullback for the Blues against the Hurricanes on Saturday, with Stephen Perofeta retained at fly-half and four further changes forced by injury and suspension.

Rugby Jun 10

Chiefs make two concussion-enforced changes as McKenzie reaches 150-game milestone against Crusaders

Jono Gibbes has reshaped his Chiefs squad for Saturday's Super Rugby semi-final against the Crusaders after Wallace Sititi and Kyle Brown were ruled out with concussions, with Lalakai Foketi stepping into the starting XV at centre. Damian McKenzie will mark his 150th Chiefs appearance in the process.

Rugby Jun 10

Tuchel confirms Saka's Achilles concern leaves England sweating before World Cup opener

Bukayo Saka is managing an Achilles problem and is not yet at full fitness, Thomas Tuchel confirmed ahead of England's final warm-up against Costa Rica on Wednesday, with the tournament opener against Croatia on June 17.

Football Jun 9

Tuchel managing Saka carefully as England build him up for World Cup 2026

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed England are taking precautions with Bukayo Saka following a March injury, gradually building up the Arsenal winger ahead of the World Cup 2026 group stage. The other three Arsenal players in camp — Madueke, Eze and Rice — are fully fit.

Football Jun 9