Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Johan Manzambi scores twice as a substitute to fire Switzerland past Bosnia at World Cup 2026
The 20-year-old Freiburg midfielder came off the bench to break the deadlock and seal a 4-1 win for Switzerland against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Los Angeles, becoming the youngest substitute to score multiple goals in a single World Cup fixture.
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Christian Garay named referee for Canada vs Qatar — a World Cup debut 12 years in the making
Chilean official Christian Garay takes charge of Canada's World Cup 2026 group match against Qatar, becoming the first Chilean referee at a World Cup since Enrique Osses at Brazil 2014. He is joined by an almost entirely Chilean crew.
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UFC White House card draws 17 million viewers to break Paramount+ streaming record
The UFC's event on the south lawn of the White House reached 17 million total viewers across the U.S. and Latin America, making it the biggest exclusive live event in Paramount+ history, with 15.26 million viewers in the U.S. alone.
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Roldan chases World Cup debut on home turf as USA face Australia in Seattle
Cristian Roldan, who has spent his entire professional career with the Seattle Sounders, is desperate to feature when the United States face Australia on Friday at the very stadium where he plays his club football — having been left unused throughout the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
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Adesanya backs McGregor vs. Gaethje after new champion's stunning title upset
Israel Adesanya has called for Conor McGregor to face newly crowned lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, arguing the fight would be a financial phenomenon. Gaethje claimed the undisputed title on Sunday by upsetting the previously undefeated Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House event.
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England and Scotland's potential last-32 opponents at the 2026 World Cup
Both England and Scotland have won their opening World Cup group fixtures, putting them on course for the Round of 32. England could face Portugal and a Cristiano Ronaldo rematch, while Scotland's likely opponents would come from Group F.
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Topuria, Pereira and Gaethje all face six-month layoffs after UFC White House carnage
The California State Athletic Commission has handed 180-day suspensions to Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje and Alex Pereira following UFC White House, a card that produced seven knockouts across seven fights.
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Black Ferns prop Kalounivale starts as Reds seek first win against Western Force
Tanya Kalounivale, the 29-Test Black Ferns tighthead, makes her first Super Rugby regular-season start for the Queensland Reds on Saturday as they face the Western Force at Wanneroo Rugby Club, with both sides still searching for their opening win.
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Felix Zwayer, referee with a match-fixing past, to officiate USA vs Australia at World Cup 2026
German official Felix Zwayer, who received a six-month ban in 2005 after the Robert Hoyzer match-fixing scandal, will referee the USA's second Group D game against Australia on Friday, June 19 in Seattle — a win for either side guarantees a place in the knockout stage.
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Gaethje calls UFC lightweight title 'absolutely insane' after stopping Topuria as heavy underdog
Justin Gaethje captured the undisputed UFC lightweight championship at UFC White House, stopping Ilia Topuria by corner stoppage in what he called the perfect performance of his career — his third and finally successful shot at undisputed gold.
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Ronaldo's sister backs him by taking aim at Fernandes after Portugal's DR Congo draw
Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup 2026 Group K opener in Houston, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes both criticised for flat performances. Ronaldo's sister Katia Aveiro then publicly endorsed a social media post mocking Fernandes' contribution.
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Mercedes drops Russell penalty review as Monaco timekeeping row heads to appeal
Mercedes has withdrawn its right of review petition over George Russell's Monaco Grand Prix time penalty, the FIA confirmed on Thursday. The decision comes as Red Bull and McLaren separately appeal Pierre Gasly's reinstated podium finish at the FIA's International Court of Appeal.
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Czech Republic and South Africa draw 1-1: both teams on the brink of elimination at 2026 World Cup
Czech Republic and South Africa drew 1-1 in Atlanta on Thursday. Already defeated in the first round, both nations are now on the verge of elimination ahead of their final match on June 25.
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Stones struggles in England's 4-2 win over Croatia as Guehi waits in the wings
John Stones started but laboured against Croatia in England's 4-2 World Cup opener in Dallas, with Thomas Tuchel citing the heat and intensity as factors. Manchester City's Marc Guehi, used only as a late substitute, is now pushing for a start against Ghana.
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Tyler Adams vows no change in physical style despite yellow card risk against Australia
U.S. midfielder Tyler Adams says he will not tone down his combative approach against Australia on Friday, even though a second booking would rule him out of the Americans' toughest group stage match against Türkiye.
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Pereira puzzled by Jones' silent dig after White House title loss: 'I've never spoken badly about him'
Alex Pereira has responded to Jon Jones' cryptic post-fight video following his second-round knockout defeat to Ciryl Gane at the White House on June 14, saying he was surprised by the apparent jab from a fighter he has always publicly supported.
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Tuchel reveals 'finisher' strategy after Rashford and Saka seal England's 4-2 win over Croatia
Thomas Tuchel has embraced a rugby-style 'finisher' role for his substitutes after Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka came off the bench to seal England's 4-2 World Cup opener against Croatia in Dallas, with the manager insisting the tactic will be used throughout the tournament.
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Switzerland face Bosnia in Los Angeles as both sides seek first World Cup 2026 win
Switzerland and Bosnia & Herzegovina meet in a pivotal Group B clash at Los Angeles Stadium, with both nations having drawn their opening fixtures after conceding late goals against Qatar and Canada respectively.
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Six arrested at AT&T Stadium as England rout Croatia 4-2 in Dallas World Cup opener
Six people were arrested during England's 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia in Dallas, including one for criminal trespass after eyewitnesses reported fans breaching security. Police confirmed none of those detained were British nationals.
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Joao Pinheiro to referee Switzerland vs Bosnia as both sides chase first World Cup 2026 win
Portuguese official Joao Pinheiro takes charge of Switzerland's Group B clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, with both sides level on one point after draws in round one.
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