Marco Palestra joins Chelsea from Atalanta for approximately £47 million, marking the first arrival since Xabi Alonso was appointed as manager.

DR Congo took a 1-0 lead via Brian Cipenga in their Round of 32 clash. England struggled to respond as they fight for a place in the round of 16 against Mexico.

A celebration for Mexico's World Cup victory turned fatal as three people died from suffocation in overcrowded Mexico City streets. Emergency teams treated the victims near the Angel of Independence monument.

Erling Haaland scored a late winner to lead Norway to a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast. Norway will next face Brazil in the tournament's next round.

Mexico dominates Ecuador at Estadio Azteca with a two-goal cushion and a clean sheet. A victory would mark El Tri's first knockout stage win in 40 years.

The Toronto Raptors have agreed to acquire Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers in a deal involving Brandon Ingram and future draft capital.

Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement to sign 21-year-old midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United for a club-record £85 million.

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as head coach of the Dutch national team after a Round of 32 penalty shootout loss to Morocco. The manager cited family health priorities alongside the sporting failure.

A late goal from Erling Haaland led Norway to a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Dallas. The result marks the first time Norway has won a World Cup knockout match.

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary 'so happy' Iran made World Cup exit

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its first-ever 32-team knockout stage following an expanded group phase. Early action has already produced significant upsets and high-stakes matchups across North America.

Two football powerhouses were eliminated in the Round of 32 as Paraguay and Morocco secured shock penalty victories over Germany and the Netherlands.

The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray as part of a rebuild centered on young prospects.

Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year deal, sparking a scathing response from Chelsea over his abrupt departure.

Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto has reached a personal agreement to join Manchester City, though a significant fee dispute remains between the two clubs.

Brazil beat Japan 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16

Polish striker Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a two-year deal with Chicago Fire following his tenure at FC Barcelona.

Veteran striker Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a two-year contract with Chicago Fire. The signing follows the expiration of his contract with FC Barcelona.

The expanded 48-team World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record as the group stage concludes. While giants like France and Argentina dominate, smaller nations are disrupting the hierarchy.

Brazil and Japan clash in Houston as the tournament enters the knockout stages, featuring a battle between Brazil's pedigree and Japan's resilience.