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England's World Cup training base in Mexico City leaked as sabotage fears grow

Mexican media have revealed that England will train at Club Universidad Nacional's La Cantera facility ahead of their last-16 clash with hosts Mexico. The disclosure comes as the FA scrambles to prevent a repeat of the organised disruption that plagued Ecuador's camp earlier in the tournament.

Football Jul 3

Terry accuses Tuchel of singling out Spence in ways he would never treat Alexander-Arnold

Former England captain John Terry has publicly challenged Thomas Tuchel over his repeated touchline outbursts directed at Tottenham right-back Djed Spence, suggesting the Germany coach would not behave the same way toward higher-profile squad members.

Football Jul 3

England delay Mexico City trip to guard tactics ahead of World Cup round-of-16

Thomas Tuchel's England will not fly to Mexico City until Friday before Monday's World Cup round-of-16 clash at the Azteca, with security concerns over training-ground spies driving the decision to stay in Kansas City.

Football Jul 3

Hamilton shares "profound" Ferrari three-seater moment with brother Nicolas at Fiorano

Lewis Hamilton has described taking his brother Nicolas for a passenger ride in a V10-powered three-seater Ferrari at Fiorano as a deeply emotional experience, revealing the original run was cancelled last year when his dog Roscoe fell ill.

Formula 1 Jul 3

Zaïre-Emery without playing time at 2026 World Cup, Barcola promises his moment will come

Absent from all France matches since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Warren Zaïre-Emery is waiting on the sidelines. His PSG teammate Bradley Barcola assures that the midfielder "will have his moment" in this tournament.

Football Jul 3

Garcia denies criticising African football after Belgium's stunning 3-2 comeback over Senegal

Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia has moved to clarify post-match remarks after his side overturned a 2-0 deficit to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time, with Youri Tielemans' 125th-minute penalty completing the World Cup round-of-32 comeback.

Football Jul 3

Norris backs himself to beat Verstappen if McLaren sign four-time champion

Lando Norris has said he believes he can beat any driver on the grid, including Max Verstappen, after reports of informal talks between McLaren and the Red Bull champion's camp emerged ahead of the British Grand Prix.

Formula 1 Jul 3

Verstappen backs Russell's Austrian pole but says lap should never have been allowed

Max Verstappen has defended George Russell's controversial pole position at the Austrian Grand Prix, saying he would have done the same — but insists the lap should not have been permitted to stand under what he believes should have been a double yellow or red flag.

Formula 1 Jul 3

FIFA approves roadblocks for England hotel as Mexico fans plot sleepless night before Azteca clash

FIFA has granted England's request for roadblocks around their Mexico City hotel ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 tie at the Azteca, after thousands of fans disrupted Ecuador's sleep with fireworks and noise before Mexico's 2-0 round-of-32 win.

Football Jul 3

Townsend backs 'Test match animal' Jordan to fill Russell's fly-half role against Argentina

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has named Tom Jordan at fly-half for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Argentina in Cordoba, with Finn Russell sidelined by a calf injury. Townsend praised the Bristol back as a 'Test match animal' ahead of his 18th cap.

Rugby Jul 3

Kasanganay backs PFL's middleweights as world's best ahead of interim title clash with Eblen

Impa Kasanganay has declared the PFL's middleweight division the strongest in MMA as he prepares to face former champion Johnny Eblen for the interim title at PFL Austin on July 18 — the first interim championship bout in PFL history.

MMA Jul 3

Garcia issues statement after 'African teams' remark sparks backlash following Belgium's comeback win

Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia has clarified his post-match comments after suggesting teams like Senegal lose tactical shape when protecting a lead, remarks widely perceived as disrespectful to African nations. The controversy follows Belgium's 3-2 extra-time comeback win over Senegal at the World Cup.

Football Jul 3

Garry vows to surpass McGregor as face of Irish MMA by dethroning Makhachev at UFC 330

Ian Garry says beating Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title at UFC 330 on 15 August in Philadelphia would make him the most victorious Irishman in UFC history, surpassing his idol Conor McGregor's legacy.

MMA Jul 3

Cormier warns Garry's late-stoppage prediction could backfire against Makhachev at UFC 330

Daniel Cormier has cautioned Ian Garry that his desire to call his shot against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia is a dangerous mindset — insisting the only thing that matters is winning, regardless of how.

MMA Jul 3

Savea backs debutant Love to deliver as All Blacks face full-strength France scepticism

New All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has endorsed Ruben Love ahead of the 25-year-old's first Test start at fly-half, while dismissing talk of a weakened France side as 'rubbish' on the eve of New Zealand's Nations Championship opener.

Rugby Jul 3

Wilson urges Wallabies to seize sold-out Sydney moment 15 months from home World Cup

Harry Wilson says the Wallabies must convert a sold-out Allianz Stadium crowd into lasting momentum as Australia prepares to host Ireland on Saturday, with the 2027 Rugby World Cup looming on home soil.

Rugby Jul 3

Rangnick sees Spain as world champions after eliminating Austria

After Austria's elimination by Spain in the World Cup round of 16, Austrian manager Ralf Rangnick has named Spain as the future world champions, despite France being positioned as the overwhelming favorite by specialists.

Football Jul 3

Riolo tempers hype around Olise and Mbappé: "We haven't done anything yet"

After France's 3-0 victory over Sweden in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, the Mbappé-Olise duo has captured media attention. Journalist Daniel Riolo argues this enthusiasm is premature and calls for restraint.

Football Jul 3

Garry cites Strickland's Chimaev upset as proof he can dethrone Makhachev at UFC 330

Ian Garry (17-1) faces welterweight champion Islam Makhachev (28-1) in the UFC 330 main event in Philadelphia on August 15, and the Irishman insists Sean Strickland's shock win over Khamzat Chimaev shows title upsets are possible.

MMA Jul 3

Rudi Garcia clarifies remarks on Senegal after racism controversy

Accused of racism after mentioning the « tactical control » of opposing teams late in the match, Belgian manager Rudi Garcia issued a statement to clarify that his words were not specifically aimed at African teams.

Football Jul 3