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South Africa brace for Azteca test against Mexico
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has challenged his players to block out an expected wall of sound on Thursday when they take on co-hosts Mexico in their World Cup opener.
Milestone-man McKenzie ready to 'rip' into Crusaders in Super semi
All Blacks star Damian McKenzie says the Waikato Chiefs are pumped up and ready to "rip" into the Canterbury Crusaders with a place in the Super Rugby final at stake when they meet on Friday.
Son keeping 'fired-up' South Koreans calm as World Cup kicks off
South Korea captain Son Heung-min said on Wednesday his teammates were so excited about their World Cup opener against the Czech Republic he could "feel it in their eyes".
U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon Celebrates America's 250th, Adds $17,000 in Prize Money as it Returns December 12-13, 2026
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 11, 2026 / The 2026 U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, a celebration of America's 250th, will introduce prize money for its top Marathon runners for the first time when the race returns to the streets of West Palm Beach on December 12-13, 2026, a move that will attract elite runners worldwide and elevate the status of Palm Beach County's most treasured road test.
Portugal beat Nigeria in World Cup tune-up despite Ronaldo woes
Portugal beat Nigeria 2–1 in a World Cup warm-up on Wednesday, with goals from Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao making up for an off night for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Raphinha eager to deliver for Ancelotti as Brazil get set for World Cup bid
Brazil star Raphinha intends to repay the faith shown in him by new coach Carlo Ancelotti at the World Cup after frequently proving to be the nemesis of the Italian during past encounters at club level.
FIFA boss Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, brushes off visa row
FIFA President Gianni Infantino brushed off criticism over World Cup visa issues and sky-high ticket prices on Wednesday in a defiant eve-of-tournament press conference.
Lutkenhaus confirms emergence at Oslo Diamond League, Tebogo beats Gout Gout
American 17-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus edged to a second Diamond League 800m win in Oslo on Wednesday, while Letsile Tebogo stormed to victory in a 200m field which included Australian sensation Gout Gout.
Sesame Street and 'USA' chants: coach Pochettino rallies World Cup fans
Two days before the United States' first World Cup game, coach Mauricio Pochettino only took questions from one intrepid reporter -- and it was Sesame Street's Grover.
Cape Town becomes first African World Marathon Major
Cape Town has been added to the prestigious World Marathon Majors, the elite series said on Wednesday, making it the first African race in the circuit.
FIFA boss Infantino says case of Somali referee 'unfortunate'
FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday described as "unfortunate" the case of Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the United States.
England World Cup warm-up friendly delayed by storm
England's final World Cup warm-up friendly against Costa Rica was delayed on Wednesday after a heavy thunderstorm hit Orlando.
Toronto's Bosnians relish improbable World Cup showdown
The moment Bosnia-Herzegovina eliminated Italy and sealed their place at the 2026 World Cup, emotions at a Toronto mosque turned from tense to euphoric, said Anes Dzumhur, program manager at the city's Bosnian Islamic Association.
Senesi signs up for Spurs rebuild under De Zerbi
Marcos Senesi has joined Tottenham Hotspur as Roberto De Zerbi looks to rebuild the Premier League strugglers' shaky defence.
Haiti forced to change World Cup kit over war imagery
Haiti have been forced to change their kit design just days before their World Cup opener against Scotland after FIFA banned a depiction of a war scene on the shirts.
McKenna steps down as Ipswich manager to 'dedicate time to family'
Kieran McKenna is to step down as manager of Ipswich Town, just weeks after overseeing the club's return to the Premier League.
Serena return could be cut short after injury to doubles partner
Serena Williams's long-awaited return to competitive tennis was left in the balance Wednesday after doubles partner Victoria Mboko was forced to retire in her opening singles match during the WTA tour event at Queen's Club.
Trump says will attend World Cup
US President Donald Trump announced plans Wednesday to attend the World Cup, as the global football tournament prepares to kick off.
Yamal desperate to make mark on 'his World Cup', says Karanka
Lamine Yamal is desperate to return from injury to leave a mark on "his World Cup" said Spain's technical director Aitor Karanka said on Wednesday.
Haiti hoping to do their country proud and upset odds at World Cup
Haiti's achievement in qualifying for the World Cup amid ongoing turmoil in the Caribbean nation is one of the most inspiring stories of this year's tournament, and the team are now hoping to make a real impact in the United States as they prepare for their opening game.
Olympic chief confident for LA Games despite World Cup 'challenges'
Olympic chief Kirsty Coventry said on Wednesday she was confident for the successful hosting of the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles despite what she described as "challenges" for the World Cup.
Breakaway king Simmons escapes with win at Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
American champion Quinn Simmons of Lidl-Trek won stage four of the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes on Wednesday when a breakaway group made it home just ahead of a charging peloton at the thermal spa resort village of Montrond-les-Bains.
England captain Stokes dropped from second Test after nightclub incident
England captain Ben Stokes and team-mate Gus Atkinson have been dropped from the squad for next week's second Test against New Zealand at the Oval, the England and Wales Cricket Board announced Wednesday.
Juve, Torino fans given 10-match away ban after derby trouble: media
Juve and Torino fans were on Wednesday slapped with a 10-match ban from travelling to away fixtures as punishment for trouble before last month's local derby which led to the game kicking off more than an hour late.
Vaughan backs Stokes to stay on as England captain
Michael Vaughan has backed Ben Stokes to retain the England captaincy despite being investigated for breaking the team's curfew.
O'Callaghan and Short clock history-making times at Australian trials
Mollie O'Callaghan clocked the fourth fastest women's 200m freestyle in history Wednesday to narrowly miss the world record and Sam Short surged to the third quickest 800m freestyle of all time.
Gascoigne urges England to replicate 1990 spirit at World Cup
Paul Gascoigne said on Wednesday he hopes England can reproduce the same "unbelievable" team spirit as the squad at the 1990 World Cup during their quest for glory at this year's tournament.
FIFA boss Infantino faces questions on eve of World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is set to face the media on the eve of the World Cup on Wednesday, as off-field distractions dogged the build-up to the tournament.
Eddie Jones eyes Mourinho-like laundry stunt to escape ban
Japan coach Eddie Jones joked Wednesday that he was "looking for a laundry basket" to escape a four-match ban imposed by his own bosses for verbally abusing a referee.
Messi sparkles on return as Somali referee says World Cup dream over
Lionel Messi scored moments after coming off the bench on Tuesday to dispel any injury doubts and help Argentina win their final warm-up game for a World Cup overshadowed by off-field distractions, as the Somali referee refused entry to the United States said his dream was over.
Staal shines as Carolina beat Vegas 5-3 to level Stanley Cup Final
Jordan Staal scored two goals, including the game winner, as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 on Tuesday to pull level in the Stanley Cup Final.
Messi scores on injury return as Argentina beat Iceland in World Cup warm-up
Lionel Messi scored within minutes of making his return from an injury scare as Argentina beat Iceland 3-0 in their final World Cup warm-up in Auburn, Alabama on Tuesday.