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Last updated: June 26, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

World Cup Shocks and Surprises

Eliminated Turkey restored pride with a thrilling 3-2 victory over co-hosts USA, clinching the win with a 98th-minute goal. The loss means the USA will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of. Despite starting the group stage with strong performances, the USMNT displayed erratic play in their final match, a performance from which manager Mauricio Pochettino will have learned much about his secondary players. The team's late 3-2 defeat to Turkey, while ultimately inconsequential for their progression, offered valuable lessons for the squad. Meanwhile, Australia secured progression to the last-32 after a goalless draw against Paraguay, a result that also left Paraguay in a strong position to advance.

Football Team Dynamics

England's squad is reportedly engaging in off-field games to bolster team cohesion as they prepare for crucial matches. Morgan Rogers revealed to BBC Sport that a card game called Sky Jo is playing a significant role in team bonding within the England camp, aiming to replicate the focus and strategy seen on the pitch. In a lighter vein, BBC Sport's "Who am I?" feature challenges fans to identify World Cup stars, with a focus on guessing player No. 19 as quickly as possible gameplay challenge.

Combat Sports & Darts Drama

Promoter Eddie Hearn expressed unparalleled confidence in Anthony Joshua's ability to defeat Tyson Fury in their upcoming heavyweight clash, stating he has "never been more confident" of an AJ victory AJ to topple Fury. In darts, Luke Littler and Luke Humphries advanced to the quarter-finals of the US Darts Masters, while Josh Rock suffered a surprising early exit following a defeat to Jim Long Littler safely through.

Horse Racing & Tennis Speculation

Friday's racing calendar features a busy schedule with 27 contests across multiple venues, including Newcastle, Doncaster, Yarmouth, and Bangor. Diamond Rain is set to compete for a second consecutive win at Newcastle Newcastle double bid. Separately, speculation surrounds Serena Williams' potential singles comeback at Wimbledon at the age of, with questions raised about the bravery of such a move after limited recent doubles play Serena's singles bid.