South Korean police are preparing huge security measures at the airport hosting the arrival of their World Cup football team – after the resigning manager faced a threat to his life. Hong Myung-bo, 57, oversaw a Korean team who won just one game and failed to get out of Group…
Trouble in the German camp? Stars kept ‘in the dark’ by Julian Nagelsmann and demand ‘more clarity’ after World Cup defeat by Ecuador – with exile of Premier League forward sparking concern
By MICHAEL PAVITT, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 12:00 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 12:09 BST, 29 June 2026 Germany stars have reportedly been requesting ‘more clarity’ from head coach Julian Nagelsmann over his plans ahead of their knock-out stages of the World Cup. Nagelsmann’s side face Paraguay in the last-32…
Fear of the Three Lions? Brazilians complain Argentina’s ‘dream’ path to World Cup final ‘needs investigating’ – while they will face ENGLAND in the quarter-finals if both teams get that far
By OLLIE LEWIS, DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 10:53 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 10:59 BST, 29 June 2026 Reigning champions Argentina have benefited from a ‘dream’ run to the World Cup final that ‘needs investigating’, enraged Brazilians have complained as the knockout rounds get under way. Lionel Scaloni’s side…
BBC’s new Wimbledon glamour pundit Eugenie Bouchard says she can’t handle the heat in London – just 24 hours after arriving for work mid-heatwave
By MICHAEL PAVITT, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 09:55 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 10:03 BST, 29 June 2026 Tennis glamour girl Eugenie Bouchard has revealed she has been struggling with the heat in London ahead of her debut as a Wimbledon pundit for the BBC. Bouchard, who finished as the…
Ecuador’s captain GIVES UP the armband mid-World Cup to hand it to Chelsea star Moises Caicedo in emotional ceremony
By OLLIE LEWIS, DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 08:47 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 08:47 BST, 29 June 2026 Moises Caicedo is the new captain of Ecuador after his predecessor Enner Valencia gave up the armband midway through the nation’s World Cup campaign. Valencia, 36, formally gave the Chelsea star,…
Jofra Archer’s lightning spell gave England real hope… but the truth is they now face an almighty battle to beat New Zealand, writes RICHARD GIBSON
A poke in the eye for Jofra Archer and a kick in the teeth for England’s chances of turning around a series that was supposed to act as a reset for their Test cricket. Archer’s moment of inconvenience came during a rare period of dominance for Ben Stokes’ team on…
Footy legend Eddie Betts reveals he had to ask his TV colleagues for help when he felt like a failure in front of the camera
By JOSH ALSTON, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 06:31 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 06:32 BST, 29 June 2026 Eddie Betts has opened up about the psychological battle he continues to fight long after retiring from the AFL, admitting he still struggles with imposter syndrome despite building one of football’s most…
Three Lions beat Congo and we’ll ALL be into extra time with a 1am kick-off!
By DAVID OLASEINDE Published: 23:09 BST, 28 June 2026 | Updated: 05:38 BST, 29 June 2026 The group stage has been navigated relatively smoothly, but the knockout stages are set to throw up a whole new challenge. No, not for Thomas Tuchel’s men – but for those wanting to watch…
Two YouTubers facing felony charges after being arrested at World Cup game for sneaking past security
By JAMES COHEN, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 03:30 BST, 29 June 2026 | Updated: 04:33 BST, 29 June 2026 Two Argentinian YouTubers are facing felony charges in South Florida after allegedly sneaking past multiple layers of stadium security during a World Cup match. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies reportedly arrested 20-year-old Lautaro…
Tragic accident kills footy player, 27, as he leaves behind fiancée and two young children
The Queensland rugby league community is mourning the death of North Ipswich Tigers fullback Jesse Zampech after the 27-year-old died following a tragic accident. Zampech suffered serious injuries in the accident on June 20 and spent several days in intensive care with significant swelling to his brain. His family later…