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Racism monitor urges Fifa to remove World Cup official over ‘white supremacy’ gesture

VAR official Shaun Evans made ‘OK’ sign with right handResembles white power symbol used in far-right circlesFifa’s discrimination monitor at the World Cup called for a video assistant referee (VAR) to be removed for appearing to make a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign.When the official broadcast of Germany’s opening game against Curaçao on Sunday cut pre-game to show the team of VAR officials, Shaun Evans from Australia made an “OK” symbol with his right hand in front of his rig...

Mets’ Bo Bichette Sets Timeline For Turnaround After Blue Jays Exit

BusinessSportsMoneyMets’ Bo Bichette Sets Timeline For Turnaround After Blue Jays ExitByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorJun 15, 2026, 06:00am EDTANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - MAY 02: Bo Bichette #19 of the New York Mets during warm up before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on May 02, 2026 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Har...

World Cup hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?

World Cup hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?Image source, ReutersImage caption, Many matches at the 2026 World Cup are taking place in extreme heatByNeil Johnston in New YorkBBC Sport journalistPublished3 minutes agoCommentsIt has become a familiar scene at World Cup games.The referee blows his whistle to stop the game 22 minutes into each half to allow players to rehydrate.The mandatory three-minute drinks break at all 104 games has been introduced to help players tackle stiflin...

Watch World Cup Day 4: Germany routs Curacao; Netherlands draw with Japan

Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

What is 'Snicko' and how does it work at the World Cup?

What is 'Snicko' and how does it work?ByJonty ColmanBBC Sport journalistPublished17 minutes agoSweden's fourth goal against Tunisia at the World Cup on Sunday night was controversially awarded following the use of Snickometer technology.Mattias Svanberg scored just 18 seconds after coming on as a substitute in the second half by converting a Yasin Ayari free-kick during the 5-1 win.Initially, Svanberg had been declared offside at the time the free-kick was delivered.Following protests from Swede...

Eric Trump dragged into UFC fight rigging row after viral message claim

Eric Trump has strongly denied claims that he privately contacted UFC commentator Daniel Cormier before UFC Freedom 250. The controversy began when a screenshot appeared online showing an alleged conversation between Trump and Cormier. The messages suggested that Trump had asked whether any fighters were injured and whether any bouts on the White House card would be fixed.

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Spain's new Rafa eyes Queen's run in year of firsts

Spain's new Rafa eyes Queen's run in year of firstsImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Rafael Jodar begins his Queen's campaign against Peru's Ignacio BuseByHarry PooleBBC Sport journalistPublished20 minutes agoIt has been a year of firsts for Spain's breakout teenage star Rafael Jodar.A little over twelve months ago, the 19-year-old was outside the world's top 800. He had never played on the main ATP Tour or even contested a match at a Grand Slam.Now, he arrives at Queen's as the world num...

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Adlington heads Scotland's Commonwealth judo squad

Adlington heads Scotland's Commonwealth judo squadImage source, PA MediaImage caption, Sarah Adlington won her second gold medal at Birmingham 2022Published3 minutes agoSarah Adlington, the first athlete to win two Commonwealth Games gold medals in judo, will make "a perfect ending to my career" by competing for a third as she leads 13 men and women selected for Team Scotland at Glasgow 2026.While the 12 others will be making their Games debuts, the 39-year-old was part of a record medal haul at...

Real Madrid sign Cucurella from Chelsea

Real Madrid sign defender Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for £51.8m; the move is a blow to incoming Blues boss Xabi Alonso, who is already short of experienced players; Cucurella was a priority for new Real manager Jose Mourinho; they fought off competition from Barcelona and Man City

Wales prop Assiratti ruled out of summer series

Wales prop Assiratti ruled out of summer seriesImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Wales prop Keiron Assiratti has made 19 international appearancesPublished1 minute agoCommentsProp Keiron Assiratti has been ruled out of Wales' summer matches because of a calf injury.The Cardiff tight-head suffered the injury during the United Rugby Championship (URC) quarter-final play-off defeat against Stormers at the end of May.It is a blow for head coach Steve Tandy who was already without...