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'Give ourselves options': Morkel outlines India's fast-bowling vision for 2027 ODI World Cup

India's fast-bowling reserves are being tested in the Afghanistan series as part of a long-term strategy for the South Africa tour. Bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted the importance of giving youngsters like Prince Yadav and Gurnoor Brar opportunities to develop under pressure, aiming for peak performance in next year's World Cup.

‘More pressure than the president’: Ancelotti sets out to end Brazil’s World Cup drought

Last triumph was in 2002 but Italian head coach, without Neymar against Morocco, brings ‘joy and enthusiasm’It is Marcio Santos who best sums up the predicament Brazil’s players found themselves in before the 1994 World Cup. “We hadn’t won in 24 years. That’s way too long for the Brazilian people,” remembers the former defender in the new Netflix documentary USA 94: Brazil’s Return to Glory. Having suffered the ignominy of a first-ever defeat in qualifying that prompted the manager, Carlos Alber...

USA vs Paraguay: World Cup fever grips Los Angeles despite Trump policies

Fans in FIFA World Cup host city Los Angeles criticise the organisers and travel policies but are eager for the action.

Norris pips Russell to top Barcelona practice with Antonelli off pace

Lando Norris pipped George Russell to the fastest time of second practice at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix with Kimi Antonelli only fifth as McLaren impressed to outpace Mercedes.

Ex-England, Newcastle United and Liverpool footballer Andy Carroll denies breaching non-molestation order for second time by contacting Towie ex Billi Mucklow

Ex-England, Newcastle United and Liverpool footballer Andy Carroll denies breaching non-molestation order for second time by contacting Towie ex Billi Mucklow See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ANDREW LEVY, REPORTER Published: 16:45, 12 June 2026 | Updated: 16:49, 12 June 2026 e-mail

Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit

Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exitImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Caroline Weir has contributed the most goals and assists in Real Madrid's historyByClive LindsayBBC Sport ScotlandPublished2 minutes agoScotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her exit from Real Madrid without giving a hint of her next destination.The 30-year-old says it was "a dream come true" to have played for the club and that her "only regret is that I could not give you a first title" in he...

Meet 'the Ostrich' - Exeter's flying wing from out of Africa

Meet 'the Ostrich' - Exeter's flying wing from out of AfricaImage source, Rex FeaturesImage caption, Ridl scored the final try in Exeter's 35-12 win over Bath at Sandy Park last monthByMike HensonBBC Sport rugby union news reporterPublished11 minutes ago3 CommentsEvery summer, Exeter Chiefs players write down personal goals for the campaign to come and beyond.Last year, Campbell Ridl, who had spent the previous season playing for Exeter University, aimed high."This season, I wanted a cap for the...

What Empty Seats At World Cup In Guadalajara Do And Don’t Tell Us

BusinessSportsMoneyWhat Empty Seats At World Cup In Guadalajara Do And Don’t Tell UsByIan Nicholas Quillen,Contributor.Follow AuthorJun 12, 2026, 11:41am EDTGUADALAJARA, MEXICO - JUNE 11: General view inside the stadium as players of Korea Republic acknowledge the fans after the team's victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Korea Republic and Czechia at Guadalajara Stadium on June 11, 2026 in Guadalajara, Mexico. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)Getty ImagesFor those who wonde...

The verdict is in: Europeans are obsessed with rural America during 2026 World Cup stay

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, as fans from all over the globe have descended upon North America to watch the beautiful game.With that, plenty of folks who have never even seen America up close are getting a firsthand account of just how awesome this country can be when you really stop and take in all it has to offer.The Internet became intimately familiar with a German fan by the name of Freddy documenting his trip through the American South, but everyone's favorite dude from D...

World Cup fans in Mexico City flock to Latin America's largest stadium

Mexico City kicked off the World Cup on Thursday, June 11, with an opening ceremony and soccer match between Mexico and South Africa.The events took place in the largest stadium in Latin America, the Azteca Stadium.Franc Contreras was outside the stadium to ask fans how they’re feeling about the tournament.

Six African referees at World Cup; Somali pioneer misses cut

Africa will have six referees at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the omission of Somali official Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was removed from the tournament

Premier League to relax red cards for hair pulling

Premier League to relax red cards for hair pullingImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Michael Keane would still be sent off under the new interpretation for hair pullingByDale JohnsonFootball issues correspondentPublished1 minute agoCommentsPremier League referees have been told to change the way they judge hair pulling after three players were sent off for the offence last season.Officials will also be asked to place a greater emphasis on grappling and holding inside the area after it beca...

Raducanu beats Cirstea to book Queen's quarter-final spot

Raducanu beats Cirstea to book Queen's quarter-final spotTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedRaducanu beats Cirstea to book Queen's quarter-final spotClose00Britain's Emma Raducanu books her place in the quarter-finals of the Queen's Club Championship with a dominant straight sets win over Romania's Sorana Cirstea.FOLLOW LIVE: Queen's Day 5Available to UK users only.SubsectionTennisPublished1 minute agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAb...

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World Cup Group D view from Paraguay: the reborn team no one wants to face | Christian Pérez

Australia, the USA and Turkey should not underestimate La Albirroja, who have gone from mockery to one of the most feared teams in South AmericaParaguay are back at a World Cup after almost two decades of absence and tribulations – and ready to give Australia, the USA and Turkey a run for their money. Their last appearance was at South Africa 2010, their best performance to date, when they reached the quarter-finals before saying goodbye with a loss against the greatest Spain team of all time.La...

From The Sports Desk: Mexico wins opener, U.S. starts its World Cup journey tonight

World CupFrom The Sports Desk: Mexico wins opener, U.S. starts its World Cup journey tonightThe U.S. men’s national team and its ‘Golden Generation’ play Paraguay in Los Angeles today. Plus, France’s Kylian Mbappé is today’s World Cup spotlight.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Julian Quinones of Mexico celebrates scoring a goal to make the score 1-0 with his teammates Isreal Reyes and Johan Vasquez during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match against South Africa on June 11, 2...