Injuries news — SportsCatch

Sidelined Aspinall bonds with Foden over shared absence from US sporting spotlight

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, ruled out by an eye injury, met Manchester City's Phil Foden — omitted from England's World Cup squad — as both Englishmen find themselves on the sidelines while major events unfold in the United States.

MMA Jun 14

Tornado warning forces England to shelter as World Cup 2026 preparations hit fresh disruption

Thomas Tuchel's England squad were forced indoors by a tornado warning in Kansas City ahead of their Group L opener against Croatia, days after training equipment was stolen before their arrival.

Football Jun 14

Endo retires from international football after broken foot ends World Cup dream

Wataru Endo has withdrawn from Japan's World Cup squad and retired from international football after failing to recover from a broken left foot and ruptured ligament sustained in February. The Liverpool midfielder, 33, earned 73 caps for Japan since 2015.

Football Jun 14

McTominay declared fit to start as Scotland open World Cup campaign against Haiti

Scott McTominay has recovered from a stomach bug to be named in Scotland's starting XI for their 2026 World Cup Group C opener against Haiti at Boston Stadium in Foxborough. Defender Scott McKenna remains sidelined with a calf problem.

Football Jun 14

Ancelotti confirms Neymar injury rules him out of Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco

Neymar will miss Brazil's Group C opener against Morocco at MetLife Stadium due to injury, with Carlo Ancelotti expecting the 34-year-old to rejoin training next week. His involvement against Haiti on June 20 is also in doubt.

Football Jun 13

England recover stolen World Cup kit after Kane's boots and Tuchel's tactical board go missing

Harry Kane's boots, Jude Bellingham's boots, official World Cup balls and Thomas Tuchel's tactical whiteboards were stolen from an England team vehicle during the 1,238-mile road trip from Florida to Kansas City. Kansas City police arrested two suspects and sources say the missing items have since been recovered.

Football Jun 13

115 minutes in a year: Monaco running out of patience with ghost Pogba

Back in the spotlight after signing with AS Monaco a year ago, Paul Pogba has played just 115 minutes across all competitions this season. The summer preparation could seal his future at the club.

Football Jun 13

Morocco–Brazil: Five new starters expected for 2026 World Cup opener

New manager, Nayef Aguerd's absence and the integration of Chadi Riad, Issa Diop and Ayyoub Bouaddi: Morocco enters its first 2026 World Cup match against Brazil with a significantly reshuffled lineup compared to the Africa Cup of Nations final.

Football Jun 13

England's World Cup camp hit by equipment theft days before Croatia opener

England's preparations for the 2026 World Cup have been disrupted after training gear and match balls were stolen in transit to their Missouri base. Unconfirmed reports suggest boots belonging to Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham may also be among the missing items.

Football Jun 13

Neymar set to miss Brazil's World Cup opener as Yamal and Pulisic also race to be fit

Neymar is almost certain to sit out Brazil's 2026 World Cup opener against Morocco on Saturday after sustaining a grade two calf injury. Spain's Lamine Yamal has returned to training but may be limited to a cameo against Cape Verde, while Christian Pulisic was withdrawn at half-time in the USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay with a calf problem.

Football Jun 13

McTominay returns to Scotland training after stomach illness sparked squad concern

Scott McTominay missed a Scotland training session in Boston and travelled separately to the team hotel due to a stomach issue, but the Napoli midfielder has since recovered and been declared fit by manager Steve Clarke ahead of their World Cup opener against Haiti.

Football Jun 13

Neymar ruled out against Morocco, Ancelotti hopes for return next week

Carlo Ancelotti confirmed at a press conference that Neymar will not be available for Brazil's opening match against Morocco at the 2026 World Cup. The injured Santos player could rejoin the squad the following week.

Football Jun 13

Waratahs stand by Henry O'Donnell after 18-month ban for ADHD medication violation

NSW Waratahs centre Henry O'Donnell has accepted an 18-month anti-doping ban after testing positive for substances linked to ADHD medication during a May 2024 in-competition test. Sports Integrity Australia found the violation was unintentional and unrelated to performance enhancement.

Rugby Jun 13

England's match boots stolen en route to Kansas City World Cup base as FIFA defends empty seats

Thomas Tuchel's England squad arrived at their World Cup 2026 training base in Kansas City to find match boots and balls had been stolen from a team vehicle during transit from Florida. Two suspects have been taken into custody by Kansas City Police.

Football Jun 13

England squad hit by boot theft as police make two arrests ahead of Kansas City move

The England national team had players' boots and training equipment stolen in transit as the squad relocated from West Palm Beach to Missouri. Two arrests have been made and the Football Association is working with local police as staff race to replace gear before training resumes.

Football Jun 13

Pulisic signals 'I'm good' after precautionary halftime exit in USA's 4-1 World Cup win

Christian Pulisic was substituted at halftime during the United States' 4-1 World Cup opener against Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday, but the AC Milan winger appeared in good spirits and showed no signs of discomfort on the bench.

Football Jun 13

England robbed of boots and tactical equipment in transit ahead of World Cup opener against Croatia

Thomas Tuchel's England squad had boots, balls, and analysis equipment stolen during a transfer from West Palm Beach to their Kansas City base, with fears Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham's boots are among the missing items ahead of their Group L opener on June 17.

Football Jun 13

Pulisic limps off at half-time after starring in USA's 3-0 World Cup lead over Paraguay

Christian Pulisic was substituted at half-time during the USA's Group D World Cup 2026 opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, sparking injury fears despite the hosts leading 3-0. The Milan winger had been instrumental in two goals before his early exit.

Football Jun 13

Freese starts over Turner as USMNT name lineup for World Cup opener against Paraguay

Matt Freese has been handed the goalkeeper spot ahead of 2022 World Cup starter Matt Turner for the USA's opening match against Paraguay. Defender Chris Richards also returns from an ankle injury to start alongside captain Tim Ream.

Football Jun 13

Kolasinac's goal-line miracle keeps Bosnia ahead before late Canada equaliser

Sead Kolasinac produced a stunning goal-line clearance in the 53rd minute to preserve Bosnia and Herzegovina's lead against Canada, but the World Cup co-hosts levelled late through Cyle Larin before the ex-Arsenal defender hobbled off injured.

Football Jun 12