Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: July 5, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

International Football

England is poised to feature Jarell Quansah at right-back in their World Cup last-16 clash against Mexico at the Azteca stadium. The decision comes as FIFA has intervened to allow banned USA striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, a move met with mixed reactions. While U.S. President Donald Trump praised the decision, former player Gary Neville criticized the move, deeming it unacceptable.

Domestic Rugby League

Wigan Warriors secured a dramatic 16-14 victory over derby rivals St Helens at the Magic Weekend, closing out the Super League event. The tightly contested match saw St Helens head coach Paul Rowley question refereeing decisions following the agonising defeat. The Warriors' win was hard-fought in a ferocious derby battle that concluded the weekend's fixtures.

Motorsport

Max Verstappen expressed frustration with his Red Bull car after a crash at the British Grand Prix, labeling the recurring fault as "dangerous." Meanwhile, Mercedes accepted blame for a mechanical failure that cost Kimi Antonelli a likely victory at Silverstone, resulting in him scoring no points. The issues highlight ongoing reliability concerns for both drivers and their respective teams.

Senior Golf

Padraig Harrington defended his US Senior Open title with a dominant performance, finishing 12 under par over the weekend. Harrington's final round of 66 secured his second consecutive victory in the championship, fending off a field that included debutant Paul Poulter, who finished in fourth place.