Barcelona hosts Athletic Club in La Liga on August 27, aiming for consecutive victories after a dominant 5-0 opener. The match comes amid Barcelona's ongoing pursuit of striker Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
SportsLine soccer experts provide betting picks for the 2026 World Cup's opening matches: Mexico vs. South Africa and South Korea vs. Czechia on June 11, with recommendations favoring Mexico's defensive strength and both teams scoring in the second match.
Mexico hosts South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, marking the tournament's expansion to 48 teams. Mexico enters as favorites despite South Africa's defensive discipline.
Western Bulldogs host Adelaide Crows in Round 14 AFL action at Docklands Stadium. Both teams seek to build momentum after impressive wins, with the Dogs in sixth and Crows in eighth on the ladder.
As Lionel Messi potentially plays his final World Cup, Kylian Mbappé seeks to cement his status as football's future, while teenage sensation Lamine Yamal represents the next generation of superstars.
Mexico and South Africa meet in the 2026 World Cup's opening match at Estadio Azteca, repeating their 2010 curtain-raiser. Mexico favors squad depth while South Africa seeks their first group-stage escape.
Mark Schwarzer analyzes potential World Cup winners, examining whether Messi and Ronaldo can deliver, who will emerge as the next great player, and assessing heavyweight nations and dark horses.
The San Antonio Spurs squandered a 29-point lead as the New York Knicks completed the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, with Victor Wembanyama admitting his team lacked hunger in the second half.
The New York Knicks completed the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs, with OG Anunoby hitting an iconic winner, putting them one victory away from the championship.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the Spurs and Knicks at Madison Square Garden, joining other celebrities courtside while Travis Kelce was notably absent.
Morocco removes defender Nayef Aguerd and winger Abde Ezzalzouli from World Cup squad due to injuries three days before facing Brazil in opening match.
Morocco officially removed defender Nayef Aguerd and forward Abde Ezzalzouli from its World Cup squad due to injury, replacing them with Marwane Saadane and Amine Sbai just hours before facing Brazil.
FIFA World Cup 2026 begins with unprecedented off-field challenges including US-Iran tensions, visa denials, and ticket pricing controversies, though football's historical power to unite may overcome the noise.
Artificial intelligence forecasts Mexico as heavy favorites to defeat South Africa in the 2026 World Cup inaugural match at Mexico City Stadium, citing home advantage and superior squad quality.
Brazilian singer Anitta visits the World Cup stadium in the USA ahead of her performance at the 2026 tournament opening ceremony, generating media attention around her outfit and celebrity involvement.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel must finalize his starting XI for the Croatia World Cup match, with key decisions on Bellingham vs Rogers at number 10 and the left-wing position between Gordon and Rashford.
Argentina claimed the top spot in FIFA rankings after defeating Honduras and Iceland, while France dropped to third following a loss to Ivory Coast. Brazil remains sixth as teams prepare for the World Cup.
FIFA hosts three inaugural opening ceremonies for the 2026 World Cup across Mexico, Canada, and the US, featuring international music acts and connected by a unified cultural concept.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony features performances by Katy Perry, Anitta and other artists, with Mexico vs South Africa as the inaugural match. Coverage includes schedules, viewing information, and tournament previews across multiple Brazilian media outlets.
Mexico faces South Africa in the 2026 World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, repeating their 2010 opening fixture. Mexico is heavily favored due to superior talent, recent form, and home advantage.
Karl-Anthony Towns rejected coach Mike Brown's officiating complaints after the Knicks' 115-111 NBA Finals Game 3 loss to the Spurs, instead blaming turnovers and poor execution for the defeat.
England defeated Costa Rica 3-0 in a final friendly match before the World Cup, with goals from Rice, Gordon, and Watkins showcasing Thomas Tuchel's team control.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino inaugurated the 2026 World Cup, calling for unity and asking attendees to set aside political differences to enjoy the tournament.
England defeated Costa Rica 3-0 in a World Cup warm-up friendly, with goals from Rice, Gordon, and Watkins, concluding preparations ahead of their June 17 opener against Croatia.
BBC's interactive tool maps World Cup players from all four home nations since 1950, revealing England's record 10 London players and Scotland's Glasgow-dominated squad for the 2026 tournament.
