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How much is each World Cup player being paid? FIFA reveal full salaries

The final payouts will take into strict account the exact duration of each individual player's involvement in the tournament, including the group stages and knockout rounds.

2026-06-05T21:33:05Z

How Malaysians can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026: A complete guide

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — The Fifa World Cup 2026 will kick off on June 12, but for Malaysians, this edition will be...

2026-06-06T23:01:32Z

Nine people injured in mass shooting near England's World Cup base in Kansas City

Police were called to reports of an incident on Troost Avenue in Kansas City at around 4 a.m on Saturday, launching a major emergency response to the area.

2026-06-07T19:32:51Z

Mbappé ready to leave Nike as massive project takes shape!

A major shockwave could soon hit the sports industry. According to reports from L’Équipe, Kylian...

2026-06-08T05:58:06Z

Man United's first signing of the summer dragged back from holiday as Brazil hand him late call-up

Manchester United fans will get to witness what incoming signing Ederson is all about earlier than planned after he was called up to Brazil's World Cup squad.

2026-06-07T23:02:52Z

Tennis: Mirra Andreeva wins women's Roland Garros final

The world No. 8 duly brushed aside Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska, winning in straight sets, 6-3 6-2. Mirra Andreeva - nineteen years old - is the youngest winner since Monica Seles View on euronews

2026-06-06T14:57:31Z

Yamal named La Liga player of the year

The teenage Barcelona striker succeeds his Brazilian teammate Raphinha, who won the award in 2025.

2026-06-05T22:08:49Z

Thomas Tuchel criticises England's playing style in New Zealand win

The head coach said the style was not what the team had practiced in training over the last four days.

2026-06-07T08:11:27Z

Thomas Tuchel sends World Cup message to Jude Bellingham after he impressed in warm-up win

CRAIG HOPE IN TAMPA: That position is one of several Tuchel admits is not nailed down in his thinking ahead of next Wednesday's group-stage opener against Croatia.

2026-06-07T18:17:52Z

Holt: Why Tuchel's demeanour and handling the lead-in to this World Cup is inspiring only confidence

OLIVER HOLT IN TAMPA: It is half an hour after England have beaten New Zealand in a low-key friendly at the Raymond James Stadium.

2026-06-07T18:32:51Z

Spain’s Yamal not travelling for final World Cup tune-up

Lamine Yamal is staying at La Roja’s base camp in Chattanooga, Tennessee, as he rehabs his injured left hamstring.

2026-06-08T01:38:47Z

Germany beat US 2-1 in co-hosts’ final World Cup warmup

Kai Havertz and Leroy Sane powered Germany to a 2-1 win over the US in both teams' final warm-up game before the tournament kicks off next week.

2026-06-06T21:45:00Z

German Zverev wins his first Grand Slam, beating Italian Cobolli

Zverev’s serve remained on point at crucial moments, and he broke Cobolli at 4–5 in the fourth set to force the tiebreak. He then dominated the fifth set with two breaks and consolidated both. View on euronews

2026-06-07T17:57:32Z

Transfer news – Aston Villa are reportedly targeting two PSG players!

The transfer window hasn’t even opened yet, and the rumors are already swirling. Today, journalist Romain Collet Gaudin revealed that Aston Villa is interested in two Paris Saint-Germain players: Ibrahim Mbaye, the 18-year-old striker under contract until 2028, and Lucas Chevalier, the 24-year-old goalkeeper under contract until 2030. Aston Villa is targeting two PSG players this summer! Ibrahim Mbaye is very close to joining the English club....

2026-06-07T07:31:00Z

Dublin Airport teases another name change after Amber Barrett’s heroics push Ireland closer to World Cup

Amber Barrett will go down as an Ireland legend after her winner in the dying moments in the Girls in Green’s surprise 3-2 win over the Netherlands in Cork. It was Carla Ward’s side that got the scoring underway early in the first half, as Kyra Carusa scored, but as the rain came bucketing down […]

2026-06-06T15:25:35Z

Argentina stroll to pre-World Cup win over Honduras

Argentina eased to a 2-0 victory against a lacklustre Honduras in the reigning champions' penultimate warm-up game in Texas.

2026-06-07T02:38:52Z

Federico Chiesa opens door to Liverpool exit with message to Andoni Iraola

Federico Chiesa says he is ready to leave Liverpool this summer and will hold talks with Andoni Iraola over his future at Anfield. Liverpool signed Chiesa in a £12.5 million deal from Juventus two years ago but the Italy international has struggled to make an impact under Arne Slot. Across two seasons in the Premier League, Chiesa has started just ...

2026-06-06T08:06:53Z

France manager Didier Deschamps speaks out on William Saliba injury issue

William Saliba has been dealing with a back injury for ‘several weeks’ but is available to play for France, says manager Didier Deschamps. The Arsenal defender played 50 games in all competitions this season, the third campaign on the spin he has hit the half century of appearances. The 25-year-old was first picked by France in 2022 and has racked ...

2026-06-07T15:21:53Z

Brighton reject Tottenham's second bid for £70m-rated Jan Paul van Hecke, club chief confirms

Tottenham are trying to make the 25-year-old their third defensive signing of the summer after confirming deals for Andy Robertson from Liverpool and Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth.

2026-06-07T14:47:48Z

‘I thought I would perish’, says Everest survivor recounting ordeal

Dawa Sherpa disappeared in brutal conditions on the upper slopes of the world’s tallest mountain during the final stages of the spring climbing season.

2026-06-06T08:45:00Z

Antonelli wins fifth straight in interrupted Monaco Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead, finishing 6.271 seconds ahead of Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in an incident-hit race.

2026-06-07T21:45:02Z

Eric Roberts reacts to online shock over his height

Eric Roberts has hilariously reacted to online teasing regarding his height after he was snapped alongside Eddie Hearn this weekend. The Matchroom Boxing promoter is in Ireland this week following news of Katie Taylor’s last ever boxing match at Croke Park. Following years of negotiations, the British promoter got it over the line, announcing on […]

2026-06-07T13:55:22Z

Elmo sparks fury among New Yorkers with controversial NBA finals prediction

Elmo has drawn the ire of his fellow New Yorkers after making his predictions for the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks are looking to capture their first NBA title in over 50 years after going 2-0 up against the San Antonio Spurs in the best-of-seven series, with Jalen Brunson scoring the game-winner on Friday night. But […]

2026-06-06T12:25:23Z

Download your free World Cup wallchart

The World Cup gets underway on Thursday in what will be the biggest tournament in its illustrious history. England and Scotland are amongst the 48 teams who are taking part in the competition, which is being held across the US, Canada and Mexico, with all 104 games from across the five weeks available to watch for free on TV in the UK. And so with ...

2026-06-07T16:51:53Z

Serena Williams insists she 'doesn't have anything to prove' ahead of her tennis comeback

TAMARA PRENN AT QUEEN'S CLUB: Serena Williams began her comeback by insisting that that winning is no longer important to her.

2026-06-07T16:32:51Z

Rising soccer star killed in head-on crash that sent car flying off overpass

Lenin Homer Silva, 17, was pronounced dead at the scene of a horrific crash off Interstate 80 in San Francisco on May 30.

2026-06-08T04:02:59Z

Buddy Franklin opens up on his new life out of the spotlight in the country as a stay-at-home dad

After spending nearly two decades as one of Australian sport's biggest stars, Lance 'Buddy' Franklin has swapped stadiums and AFL glory for nappies, farm chores and family life in Queensland

2026-06-06T02:47:54Z

Didier Deschamps warns Rayan Cherki: Stop talking trash

Rayan Cherki caused a stir within the France national team after his ambitious comments following...

2026-06-06T07:28:04Z

Darwin Nunez makes decision over Liverpool return after Chelsea approach

Darwin Nunez wants to make a shock return to Liverpool this summer but has also attracted interest from Chelsea and Barcelona, according to reports. Much was expected of Nunez following his £64m move from Benfica in 2022 but the Uruguay striker only spent three years at Anfield. Nunez was the top goalscorer in Portugal in his final season at Benfic...

2026-06-08T10:52:03Z

Pep Guardiola issues Champions League warning after Arsenal defeat to PSG in final

Pep Guardiola has warned clubs not to chase success in the Champions League after Arsenal’s defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in last season’s final. PSG won the Champions League for the first time in their history last year and successfully defended the trophy by beating Arsenal on penalties in Budapest last month. Guardiola, meanwhile, has won the Ch...

2026-06-06T15:36:51Z

Leclerc reveals reason for Monaco GP crash: “Three out of four brakes not working”

Charles Leclerc has revealed that a major brake problem was behind his crash during the Monaco Grand Prix, claiming that only one of the four brakes on his Ferrari was functioning properly after a safety car period

2026-06-07T16:44:59Z

British adventurer becomes the first woman to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a hydrogen gas balloon

Alicia Hempleman-Adams, 36, from Bath, Somerset, took four days to make the unprecedented crossing in an open basket - with ice build-up on the balloon putting the team in real danger.

2026-06-07T19:02:58Z

Roy Keane warns Harry Kane will need to stop 'ridiculous' positioning for England to win World Cup

Roy Keane has insisted England boss Thomas Tuchel will not want Harry Kane to drift from his position during the World Cup, as he declared his tendency to drop too deep as 'madness.'

2026-06-07T14:32:52Z

Ruben Loftus-Cheek gives Man United supporters an insight into incoming £39m star Ederson

Loftus-Cheek last faced Ederson on May 10, with Manchester United's new midfielder scoring and assisting as Atalanta beat AC Milan 3-2.

2026-06-06T18:17:55Z

David Sullivan resigns as West Ham joint-chair over 'false allegations' and vows to sue the BBC

David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham joint-chair and has vowed to sue the BBC ahead of the ‘impending publication of serious historic allegations’. The 77-year-old, who owns a 38.8 per cent stake in West Ham and has been in charge of the club for 16 years, has faced constant pressure from Hammers supporters to step down before the team were rele...

2026-06-06T12:21:56Z

Haaland to Real Madrid, not before two years?

The Erling Haaland to Real Madrid saga is far from over. And this time, a...

2026-06-08T05:58:07Z

Teen sensation Mirra Andreeva wins her first ever Grand Slam with commanding French Open performance

The ultimate fairytale may have missed its final chapter, but two women's lives were changed on a bright and blustery day in Paris.

2026-06-06T15:17:50Z

Serena Williams’ comeback to continue in Berlin

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion will take part in the women’s doubles at June’s WTA event, the next stop in her comeback after a near four-year absence.

2026-06-05T11:15:07Z

Feyenoord sack Van Persie after ‘difficult season’

The Dutch giants opted for new leadership after a frustrating season that left them 19 points behind champions PSV Eindhoven.

2026-06-07T22:45:00Z

Lin Dan reflects on Lee Chong Wei injury in emotional final

Lin Dan reflected on the emotional World Championship final against Lee Chong Wei, where the match ended after Chong Wei suffered an injury in the closing stages. Despite securing victory, Lin described badminton as a “cruel sport,” emphasizing how luck, fitness, and timing can be just as important as skill at the highest level. The match is remembered as one of the most heartbreaking moments in their legendary rivalry, as fans were denied a full finish to one of badminton’s greatest contests. Over the years, Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei’s rivalry has defined men’s singles badminton, marked by intense matches and deep mutual respect. This particular final highlighted the human side of elite sport, where even champions must deal with unpredictable and emotional outcomes.

2026-06-06T16:20:37Z

Man killed by 15 ft shark while on fishing trip with his family

A man has been killed by a shark while he was spearfishing in southwest Australia, marking the third deadly shark attack in three weeks. The 35-year-old was using an old fishing method that involves diving with a sharp tool to catch fish when he was attacked by a shark that is thought to have been 4.5 metres (15 ft) long. The man, who has not been ...

2026-06-06T18:48:43Z

PSG transfer – Mounguengue is already highly sought after, but nothing is decided yet

Paris Saint-Germain is already dealing with a sensitive issue surrounding one of its young talents. According to Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport, 18-year-old PSG striker Pierre Mounguengue is attracting interest from Strasbourg and Newcastle, though no decision has yet been made. A future still uncertain for Mounguengue “Will Pierre Mounguengue still be a PSG player when the season resumes? According to our information, Strasbourg is pushing hard...

2026-06-06T06:45:56Z

Hamilton details ADUO order as Mercedes and Ferrari get F1 engine help

Mercedes and Ferrari will both be able to use upgrade tokens to improve their Formula 1 engines under the ADUO system

2026-06-07T19:30:02Z

More than a trophy: An Se Young’s Indonesia Open win rewrites the record books

An Se Young captures her 50th title at the 2026 Indonesia Open, smashing a historic prize money record in Jakarta.

2026-06-08T08:37:46Z

Christian Eriksen collapses on pitch for Denmark during friendly vs Ukraine as match is abandoned

Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday.

2026-06-07T19:02:50Z

CBS Sports assistant dies from horror car accident near PGA Tour's prestigious Memorial Tournament

CBS Sports are mourning the death of popular production assistant Bryce Adair, who died Saturday from injuries sustained in a car crash near the Memorial Tournament.

2026-06-07T02:17:49Z

Hadjar keeps F1 Monaco GP podium after investigation

Red Bull has been cleared of any wrongdoing over the work Isack Hadjar's mechanics did on his car during the late Monaco GP red flag

2026-06-07T17:14:56Z

From Richarlison with Brazil legends to Leroy Sane's self-portrait: football's most iconic tattoos

The combination of youth, money and long periods of downtime makes footballers the perfect canvases for some of the world's most striking and sometimes strange body art.

2026-06-06T09:32:59Z

PSG will already receive a nice check thanks to the 2026 World Cup

Paris Saint-Germain will benefit from FIFA’s new redistribution program for the 2026 World Cup, according to information reported by Le Parisien. With 20 players involved and 131 qualifying matches played, the Parisian club is already guaranteed to receive a significant initial sum. A new financial program for clubs “FIFA unveiled its program for distributing profits to clubs whose players will compete in the 2026 World Cup this summer (June...

2026-06-07T22:30:58Z

Dembélé opens up about the World Cup following Deschamps’ departure

Ousmane Dembélé, the 29-year-old Paris Saint-Germain and French national team striker, spoke to ESPN about the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off on June 11. The discussion focused on this being Didier Deschamps’ final tournament at the helm of Les Bleus. The Parisian number 10 was also asked to name the favorites for the World Cup. Dembélé: “We’re going to do everything we can to succeed with him, because he deserves it.” “We know this is the...

2026-06-08T09:46:05Z