'Our toughest title’: captain Topu hails Kings’ triumph amid crisis

Having reclaimed the Bangladesh Premier League title with a match to spare, Topu Barman described Bashundhara Kings’ sixth league triumph as the toughest of his career.
15 May 2026, 21:24 PM

De Ligt to miss World Cup after back surgery

Matthijs de Ligt will miss the Netherlands' World Cup campaign after undergoing back surgery to address an injury that has kept him out since November.
15 May 2026, 21:00 PM

'Out of shape' Lukaku named in Belgium World Cup squad

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia named Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad on Friday despite saying Belgium's all-time record goalscorer was "out of shape".
15 May 2026, 20:17 PM

China state broadcaster secures rights to 2026, 2030 World Cups

China's state broadcaster has secured the rights to air the World Cup this year and in 2030, CCTV and FIFA said Friday, ending an agonising wait for fans in the football-mad country.
15 May 2026, 19:57 PM

Kings regain BFL title with win over Abahani

Bashundhara Kings regained the Bangladesh Football League title with a match to spare after beating rivals Abahani Limited 2-0 in the penultimate round at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Datta Stadium on Friday.
15 May 2026, 18:11 PM

Beckham becomes first British billionaire sportsman

Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham has become Britain's first billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.
15 May 2026, 17:37 PM

‘Sweet dilemma’ as BFF, ministry stall over coach call

BFF’s previous announcement was to reach an agreement with a new possible head coach and make the name of the coach public on.
15 May 2026, 15:40 PM

Benched Mbappe complains Arbeloa said he was 'fourth forward'

Fans were unhappy about Mbappe travelling to Sardinia on holiday while recovering from his injury.
15 May 2026, 12:15 PM

Injured Mitoma fails to make Japan's World Cup squad

Mitoma is one of Japan's best players and scored the winner in their 1-0 friendly victory over England at Wembley in March.
15 May 2026, 12:00 PM

The man who made the goalpost look smaller

That day, the sky over Liverpool was heavy with clouds. A gentle breeze blew through the July afternoon, and the crowd at Goodison Park was sparse -- just over thirty-eight thousand.
15 May 2026, 11:54 AM

At trial, doctor suggests Maradona's death was avoidable

Seven healthcare professionals are on trial in San Isidro for potential negligence in Maradona's death, and face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
15 May 2026, 11:44 AM

Spain PM 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row

The 18-year-old forward drew attention for brandishing a Palestinian flag during an open-top bus parade through Barcelona on Monday as the Catalan giants celebrated their second straight La Liga title.
15 May 2026, 10:30 AM

Coach quest stuck between ambition and budget

It has been learned that the board is primarily pursuing Christopher Patrick Coleman, who led Wales to the Euro Championship semifinals.
15 May 2026, 10:00 AM

BFL title race reaches boiling point in Cumilla

While Kings have dropped points in two of their seven second-leg matches amid off-field disruptions, Abahani have been flying high, recording seven consecutive wins.
15 May 2026, 08:47 AM

Australia's Kerr to depart Chelsea at end of season

Australia captain Sam Kerr, Chelsea's all-time leading scorer in English football's Women's Super League, will leave the club when her contract expires at the end of the season, it was announced Thursday.
15 May 2026, 01:21 AM

Mbappe, Dembele head up France squad for 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup after national team coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday announced his 26-man squad for this summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
15 May 2026, 01:18 AM

Brazil renew Ancelotti contract until 2030

Carlo Ancelotti will remain the coach of Brazil until 2030, the country's football federation (CBF) said on Thursday in a vote of confidence as the storied football nation aims to turn around its World Cup woes.
14 May 2026, 23:22 PM

Conte Verde: The ship that carried the first World Cup

At the centre of the uncertainty stood Conte Verde, the ship that would ultimately rescue FIFA’s dream. Carrying European teams across the Atlantic waves to Uruguay, the vessel became inseparably linked with the birth of the World Cup itself.
14 May 2026, 20:19 PM

Saudi's PIF named 2026 World Cup official tournament supporter

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) was on Thursday named an official tournament supporter in North America and Asia for this year's World Cup, as the country deepens its ties with international football ahead of hosting the 2034 tournament.
14 May 2026, 19:17 PM

Wood urges New Zealand to ‘create some history’ after World Cup squad announcement

Chris Wood urged New Zealand to "create some history" after he was named captain Thursday of the World Cup squad who will be chasing a first-ever win at the global showpiece.
14 May 2026, 19:12 PM