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Last updated: June 5, 2026, 8:52 PM ET

College Football & Texas

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey dismissed super‑league rumors, insisting the conference has no plans to join the Big Ten in a breakaway format, a stance that eases concerns among member schools about revenue disruption. The clarification arrived as Texas rallied from a 14‑point deficit, delivering a “Heart Attack Horns” performance that highlighted the Longhorns’ resilience and kept their bowl‑eligibility hopes alive.

U.S. Men’s Soccer & Turkey

U.S. head coach Mauricio Pochettino vented frustration after centre‑back Chris Richards was ruled out of the final pre‑World Cup friendly with an ankle injury, forcing a reshuffle of the defensive line ahead of the tournament. Across the Atlantic, former Northern Ireland captain Marissa Callaghan condemned the red‑card decision, arguing that Turkey striker Busem Seker’s handball warranted a dismissal, a call that proved decisive when she later scored the winning goal in a 2‑1 victory.

Combat Sports Legalities & Title Implications

UFC president Dana White raised the stakes for Alex Pereira, stating a victory over Ciryl Gane at the June 14 White House bout would crown him the greatest MMA fighter of all time, surpassing Jon Jones. Meanwhile, Zuffa Boxing’s inaugural UK event featuring Chris Billam‑Smith secured its date despite a legal challenge from rival promoter Boxxer, positioning the fight as a landmark moment for the promotion’s European expansion.