⚽️ World Cup kick-off: 4pm EDT/9pm BST/6am AEST⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | And email ScottPre-match postbag. “Writing from Ecuador, I can say people are understandably disappointed with how the World Cup has gone so far. After finishing second in qualifying, there was a feeling that this group could achieve something, but we were ignoring …

LAWRENCE BOOTH AT TRENT BRIDGE: Of all the things that may yet bring the curtain down on this breathless era in English cricket, no one gave much thought to the toss of a coin.

EXCLUSIVE: New Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi has identified his fellow Italian as his top target this summer. Tonali wants to explore his options and is open to a move to the capital.

He has bravely spoken publicly about living with epilepsy, and has been involved in several campaigns that aim to raise awareness and reduce stigma around the condition.

Tennis legend Chris Evert has undergone surgery following the return of her ovarian cancer and will not attend Wimbledon this year.

England staged a mini fightback deep into an otherwise demoralising, draining first day of the series deciding third Test against New Zealand at a scorching Trent Bridge.

A trio of Britons - Ollie Tarvet, Billy Harris and Max Basing - qualify for the Wimbledon main draw.

India beat Bangladesh by five-wickets in 16.5 overs at Old Trafford to remain in contention for a semi-final spot at the women's T20 World Cup.

Former Wimbledon champion Chris Evert says her "relentless" cancer has returned for a third time.

England take two late wickets to hang in their decider against New Zealand on a brutal opening day of the third Test at Trent Bridge.

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas decides to move to London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona.

Three-time Grand Slam champion is Briton’s new coach

Must-win game for Ecuador against already qualified Germany in Group E

Les Elephants need a win to confirm their progression

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Andre Onana is set for a return to Turkey as Man United eye midfield reinforcements

Ben Stokes returned to lead from the front as England took four wickets for 44 late on during the opening day of the series decider.

Pierre Dwomoh has been suspended for abusing a team-mate of Indian heritage two months after leaving Watford

Two of the best forwards in the game face each other in the World Cup on Friday. Their most dramatic contrast is in international football• Golden Boot: World Cup 2026 top goalscorers• All-time World Cup goalscorersNorway v France is arguably the most talent-loaded fixture in the World Cup group stage. Transfermarkt’s combined estimated market value of …

I savour the memory of playing for Brazil at the 2022 tournament – but it was a privilege that took effortFor a player the World Cup day begins with everyone gathering in the restaurant for breakfast at the scheduled time. Buffet options are determined by the nutritionist, who specifies which food and in what quantities each player can consume. The morning …