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Pulisic fractures tibia and fibula as USA crash out of World Cup in 4-1 loss to Belgium

Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfractures to his tibia and fibula during the United States' 4-1 round-of-16 defeat to Belgium in Seattle on Monday. The AC Milan winger is expected to be sidelined for several weeks but could return before the Serie A season opener on 23 August.

Football Jul 9

Fiji recall Twickenham hero Caleb Muntz to plot another England upset

Fly-half Caleb Muntz, who steered Fiji to a famous victory over England at Twickenham in August 2023, returns to the starting XV for Saturday's Nations Championship clash in Liverpool after missing the opening-round defeat to Wales.

Rugby Jul 9

De Bruin hands Webb starting berth as Springbok Women make one change for USA rematch

South Africa head coach Swys de Bruin has named Eloise Webb at full-back for Saturday's second Test against the USA Women's Eagles in Pretoria, the only change to the starting XV that won 34-21 in Johannesburg last week.

Rugby Jul 9

Jalibert named at fullback despite calf doubt as France reshuffle for Australia test

France head coach Fabien Galthié has made seven changes for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Australia in Brisbane, with Matthieu Jalibert selected at an unfamiliar fullback role despite a calf injury that leaves his participation uncertain.

Rugby Jul 9

Norway illness crisis, Olise appeal rejected and Marquez takes Mexico job: World Cup round-up

Norway are dealing with a sickness bug and squad friction ahead of their quarter-final against England, while FIFA has rejected France's appeal to overturn Michael Olise's yellow card, and Rafael Marquez has been appointed Mexico head coach.

Football Jul 9

Meredith set for Wallabies debut as Schmidt laments 'curse of the 10 jersey'

Declan Meredith will win his first Wallabies cap against France in Brisbane on Saturday, stepping in at fly-half after Carter Gordon was ruled out with a calf strain. Coach Joe Schmidt admitted Noah Lolesio was briefly considered before the uncapped Brumbies playmaker was named in the starting side.

Rugby Jul 9

Rashford, Mainoo and three others to miss Man Utd pre-season as Carrick begins first full campaign

Manchester United return to pre-season training on Thursday without at least five players still involved in the 2026 World Cup, as Michael Carrick prepares for his first full campaign in charge following a third-placed Premier League finish.

Football Jul 9

Maguire, Shaw and United's contract fringe players face defining pre-season at Carrington

Manchester United's first wave of players returned to Carrington on Monday for pre-season training under Michael Carrick, with Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw among those entering the final year of their contracts and needing strong campaigns to secure their futures.

Football Jul 9

Rogers and Burn insist Henderson could still play at World Cup despite wrist fracture

Jordan Henderson underwent surgery in Kansas City after fracturing his wrist in England's 3-2 Round of 16 win over Mexico, but teammates Morgan Rogers and Dan Burn say the 36-year-old has not ruled out returning to action before the tournament ends.

Football Jul 9

Saibari Out, Morocco Deprived of Top Scorer for France Clash

Ismael Saibari, who has scored three goals since the start of the tournament, will not be available for Morocco's World Cup quarter-final against France on Thursday. His thigh injury, sustained against Canada, has not healed in time.

Football Jul 9

Palmer returns as five Chelsea stars miss Alonso's first pre-season session due to World Cup

Xabi Alonso takes charge of his first Chelsea training session at Cobham on Thursday, but at least five players remain absent due to World Cup commitments. Cole Palmer, omitted from England's squad, is among those available to the new head coach.

Football Jul 9

Rennie makes five changes as Will Jordan closes in on All Blacks try record against Italy

Dave Rennie has reshuffled his All Blacks starting XV for Saturday's Test against Italy in Wellington, with Tyrel Lomax reaching his 50th cap and two uncapped players named among the reserves.

Rugby Jul 9

Uncapped Meredith handed Wallabies No. 10 debut against Six Nations champions France

Declan Meredith will start at fly-half for Australia against France on Saturday, earning a debut straight into the run-on side after a breakout Super Rugby Pacific season with the ACT Brumbies. The 27-year-old steps in after Carter Gordon was ruled out with a calf strain.

Rugby Jul 9

Hansen urges Wallabies to relieve Carter Gordon of goal-kicking burden after Ireland defeat

Former All Blacks coach Sir Steve Hansen has called on the Wallabies to take the goal-kicking duties away from Carter Gordon, describing the fly-half as a 'confidence player' who should be freed to focus on his running game after Australia's 33-31 loss to Ireland in Sydney.

Rugby Jul 9

Pulisic breaks social media silence to thank fans after USA's 4-1 World Cup exit to Belgium

Christian Pulisic posted a message on Instagram thanking supporters following the United States' elimination from the World Cup, days after his subdued postgame comments drew criticism. The AC Milan forward failed to score in four matches, managing just two shots on target and one assist.

Football Jul 9

Sesko signals return to fitness after shin injury cut short his debut Man United season

Benjamin Sesko has posted on Instagram that he is back in preparation after a shin injury ruled him out of Manchester United's final three Premier League matches. The Slovenian striker scored 11 league goals in his first season at Old Trafford following his £73m move from RB Leipzig.

Football Jul 8

Brighton's Mitoma faces dangerous driving probe after Tokyo cyclist hospitalised

Kaoru Mitoma is under investigation by Tokyo Metropolitan Police after his car struck a cyclist at a red light in the Japanese capital on Wednesday. The woman, believed to be in her 40s, was hospitalised for further tests, while Mitoma's management issued a formal apology.

Football Jul 8

Rice and Guehi fitness doubts cloud England's World Cup quarter-final preparations against Norway

Declan Rice and Marc Guehi missed England's open training session in Kansas City ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway, while Reece James also remained sidelined. Rice is managing a lower back problem and Guehi is dealing with muscle fatigue, though both are expected to be available in Miami.

Football Jul 8

Norway quit Miami hotel amid illness fears and construction chaos before England World Cup quarter-final

Norway relocated from their Fort Lauderdale base in just two and a half hours after players grew frustrated with noise, logistical problems and illness concerns ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against England at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Football Jul 8

Martin Terrier set for Ligue 1 return: loan from Bayer Leverkusen to OM taking shape

Under budget constraints imposed by the DNCG, OM is targeting Martin Terrier, striker at Bayer Leverkusen, for a loan this summer. The 29-year-old French U-21 international, returning from injury, would reunite with his former manager Bruno Genesio.

Football Jul 8