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Wolff admits Mercedes must fix reliability after nine poles yield just seven wins

Toto Wolff insists he would rather have a fast, unreliable car than a slow, dependable one, but concedes Mercedes should have converted all nine pole positions into victories during the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Formula 1 Jul 13

Alonso confirms Enzo Fernandez talks but hints Garnacho could leave Chelsea

New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed he has spoken privately with Enzo Fernandez following Real Madrid's public denial of interest in the midfielder, while also revealing that Alejandro Garnacho has attracted interest from other clubs.

Football Jul 13

Alonso confirms Garnacho free to leave Chelsea while vowing to keep Fernandez

New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has revealed that Alejandro Garnacho can leave Stamford Bridge this summer, while confirming he held private talks with Enzo Fernandez and wants the midfielder to stay.

Football Jul 13

Argentina media fire back at England pundits ahead of World Cup semi-final

England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, with a place in Sunday's final on the line. Comments from Ian Wright, Joe Cole and Gary Neville dismissing the defending champions have drawn a sharp response from the Argentine press.

Football Jul 13

Cubarsi defies Mbappé ahead of France-Spain World Cup semi-final: "No fear"

At 19 years old, Spanish defender Pau Cubarsi says he has no fear of Kylian Mbappé ahead of the World Cup semi-final between France and Spain on Tuesday evening. The two players have already faced each other six times in club football, with five victories for the Barcelona player.

Football Jul 13

Iraola calls for more Liverpool signings as Edwards exit leaves transfer plans in flux

Andoni Iraola used his first Liverpool press conference to acknowledge the club needs reinforcements beyond their two summer arrivals, while also confirming Harvey Elliott will get the chance to rebuild his career at Anfield after a difficult loan spell at Aston Villa.

Football Jul 13

Iraola tells FSG he needs more signings as Liverpool target right-back cover

New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has publicly called on owners Fenway Sports Group to add to their summer business, saying the club 'need more players' despite already spending £94.5m on Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz.

Football Jul 13

Kane defends Tuchel after Bellingham's outburst in World Cup quarter-final

After England's hard-fought victory over Norway (2-1 a.e.t.) in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, Jude Bellingham publicly contradicted manager Thomas Tuchel. Harry Kane, however, sided with the coach.

Football Jul 13

Akanji accuses World Cup referees of 'giving Argentina everything' ahead of England semi-final

Former Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has sharply criticised referee Joao Pedro Silva Pinheiro after Switzerland's 3-1 extra-time defeat to Argentina, claiming officials allowed Argentine fouls and dives to go unpunished — a warning England will heed before Wednesday's semi-final in Atlanta.

Football Jul 13

Tuchel bans wheat and sugar from England training camp as strict diet rules emerge

Thomas Tuchel has banned wheat and sugar from his players' meals, according to former Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Hendrik Bonmann, who worked under the England manager for two years. Captain Harry Kane has also outlined his own nutrition approach, emphasising carbohydrate timing and recovery.

Football Jul 13

Roy Keane's stone-faced silence during England's goals steals the show at World Cup

Roy Keane remained unmoved and silent in the ITV studio as Jude Bellingham scored twice to send England past Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-finals, while fellow pundits Gary Neville and Ian Wright celebrated around him.

Football Jul 13

Kane backs Tuchel amid Bellingham feud as FIFA faces backlash over Balogun ban reversal

Harry Kane has defended Thomas Tuchel's critical approach after Jude Bellingham showed visible frustration with the England manager, while FIFA faces fierce criticism — including from UEFA — over its decision to lift Folarin Balogun's one-game suspension at the request of Donald Trump.

Football Jul 13

Pedri on the bench against Belgium: Unai Simon calms unease within La Roja

Left out of the starting XI for the World Cup quarter-final against Belgium, Pedri raised questions in Spain. Goalkeeper Unai Simon attempted to defuse the controversy by reminding everyone of the fierce competition within the squad.

Football Jul 13

Tchouameni or Koné against Spain: Durand gives his analysis before the semi-final

Back in training after an adductor injury, Aurélien Tchouameni is competing with Manu Koné for the starting midfielder spot for France against Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final on Tuesday in Dallas. Former international Jean-Philippe Durand favours Tchouameni, subject to his physical condition.

Football Jul 13

Rennie explains Will Jordan's captaincy as All Blacks leadership group is revealed

Dave Rennie has clarified why Will Jordan captained the All Blacks during the final 15 minutes against Italy, revealing that Jordan was the last of six designated leaders still on the field after a wave of substitutions.

Rugby Jul 13

Martial fined £180,000 and publicly criticised by Mourinho for skipping pre-season to attend child's birth

Anthony Martial was docked two weeks' wages and condemned by Jose Mourinho after leaving Manchester United's 2018 US tour to support his partner through the birth of their second child. The striker fired back, insisting his family would always come first.

Football Jul 13

Dana White blasts UFC production team after Shakur Stevenson mistaken for NBA player at UFC 329

UFC president Dana White publicly lambasted his own production team after four-division boxing champion Shakur Stevenson was incorrectly identified on screen as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams during UFC 329 in Las Vegas.

MMA Jul 13

Rennie taps Jordie Barrett's Leinster knowledge to decode Ireland ahead of Eden Park clash

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has drawn on Jordie Barrett's recent Leinster stint to gain insight into Ireland ahead of their Nations Championship meeting at Eden Park, with both sides unbeaten after two rounds.

Rugby Jul 13

Kane backs Tuchel's harsh verdict as England eye Argentina semifinal

Harry Kane has defended Thomas Tuchel after the England manager called his side 'lucky' in their 2-1 World Cup quarter-final win over Norway, insisting Tuchel's blunt criticism is designed to unlock a higher level from the squad ahead of a semifinal against Argentina.

Football Jul 12

Erasmus targets Argentina Test for Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Springbok comeback

Rassie Erasmus has revealed that Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could return to the Springbok squad in time for the August 8 Test against Argentina, giving the flyhalf one match to prove his fitness before the All Blacks arrive for the Greatest Rivalry Tour.

Rugby Jul 12