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Ahead of the Junior Asia Cup, the Indian U‑21 side will host Malaysia's U‑21 squad in a week‑long series, using the fixtures to sharpen tactics and evaluate players under coach Frederic Soyez.
Italy and Denmark secured unbeaten spots in the final of the Euro Beach Soccer League Moldova 2026, while Germany and the hosts will contest the third‑place match after semi‑final defeats. Earlier fixtures saw Kazakhstan defeat Estonia and Ukraine overcome Belgium.
After intense opposition from member associations, FIFA has scrapped its proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, prompting calls for greater transparency and a re‑imagined governance model.
The first leg of the 2026 World Masters Hockey Masters World Cup concluded in the Netherlands, delivering a blend of victories, shoot‑out drama and standout performances for the United States across its nine squads.
The Indian National Congress has questioned the government's decision to replace the iconic blue hockey jerseys with saffron, calling the move a politically motivated experiment that disregards tradition and public sentiment.
Following intense criticism from football associations and UEFA, FIFA has abandoned its plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, raising questions about governance and future funding models
FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the withdrawal of plans to sell a stake in the World Cup after facing significant backlash. Reactions from national associations and continental confederations highlight calls for governance reforms and greater transparency.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has criticised the decision to replace the Indian hockey team's traditional blue kits with saffron for the upcoming World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, calling the move a matter of national sentiment and sporting tradition.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has denounced the Indian government's move to replace the national hockey team's blue jerseys with saffron kits, calling it a political experiment that disregards public sentiment and sporting tradition.
Italy's 9‑0 rout of Moldova, Kazakhstan's penalty victory over Belgium, Germany's narrow win against Estonia and Denmark's 5‑3 triumph over Ukraine have defined the semifinal line‑up for the Euro Beach Soccer League Moldova 2026.
Following strong opposition, FIFA will drop plans to privatize a share of the World Cup, with key football organisations urging improved transparency and trust within the sport's governing structure.
The Netherlands defeated Belgium 6‑3 in a nine‑goal thriller, while Italy edged Poland 3‑2 after a late strike, as the 2026 Women’s Euro Beach Soccer League intensifies in Chișinău.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a controversial plan to spin off a $20 billion commercial entity after Europe’s football bodies threatened to boycott FIFA competitions, citing concerns over commercialization and political entanglements.
Laura Vilcinskas, a 6‑5 center from Belgium, will wear the Belgian jersey at the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket in Stockholm from August 1‑9. The TCU-bound freshman brings a strong rebounding pedigree and professional experience in the BNXT League, aiming to help Belgium qualify for the 2027 U19 World Cup.
After a standout collegiate career, Jakobi Heady has signed a professional contract with Basketball Club Oostende in Belgium, bringing his All‑SWAC accolades and statistical dominance to Europe.
Spain secured the championship in a dramatic final against Argentina, while the United States topped U.S. television and streaming audiences, shaping a tournament defined by record viewership and unforgettable comebacks.
The Indian men's hockey team's traditional blue jerseys have been replaced by a saffron kit for the upcoming FIH World Cup, igniting criticism from former captain Viren Rasquinha and raising questions about the move's political undertones.
The Indian hockey teams' new saffron jerseys, featuring cultural motifs, have ignited controversy, with Viren Rasquinha condemning the move while Hockey India defends it as a celebration of national symbolism ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The decision to replace India's traditional blue jersey with saffron for the 2026 Hockey World Cup has ignited criticism from veteran players, even as the tournament prepares to make history.
Denmark survived a German comeback to win 4‑3 in extra time, while Italy, Moldova and Ukraine secured comfortable wins, setting an exciting tone for the tournament.
Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing to a four‑year deal to coach the U.S. men’s national team again, a move that would place him among a small group of coaches whose second tenures have produced mixed outcomes.
After a strong showing at the recent tournament, Mauricio Pochettino is poised to extend his tenure with the United States, committing to a contract that runs through the 2030 World Cup and includes preparations for the Olympics and Copa America.
After a promising group stage at the 2026 World Cup, U.S. Soccer is close to finalizing a four‑year deal that would keep Mauricio Pochettino in charge through 2030, a move that could reshape the federation’s strategy and finances.
Wales' men's hockey side is preparing for its second consecutive appearance at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, driven by a breakthrough EuroHockey Championship II victory and a roster brimming with emerging talent.