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.
British sprinter Amy Hunt finished second in the 100m at the Diamond League final in Brussels, securing her second podium in two days and demonstrating strong late-season form ahead of the Ultimate Championships.
Manchester United travels to Everton for a Premier League match Sunday, with manager Carrick confident despite transfer budget constraints, while Everton struggles with squad depth after a disappointing transfer window.
Indiana's bison mascot Hoosier the Bison opened the 2026 season with an elaborate pregame show featuring a zip-line entrance and an IndyCar drive around the field during the marching band performance.
Indiana QB Josh Hoover threw a touchdown pass despite a severe facemask penalty that left him bloodied in his debut against North Texas, showcasing toughness in college football's opening week.
Arsenal entered the summer as Premier League champions with a 20+ player shortlist but faced repeated disappointments, securing Guimaraes and Konsa while failing to land elite attackers like Rogers, Vinicius Jr, and Alvarez.
Tottenham failed to score in their opening three Premier League games for the first time since 1974-75, drawing 0-0 with Nottingham Forest. Manager De Zerbi says the expensively assembled squad needs time to develop chemistry and identity.
South Africa defeated New Zealand 29-24 in the third test of their Greatest Rivalry series in Soweto, taking a 2-1 lead with one match remaining in Baltimore next weekend.
Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva's neutral athlete status has been revoked, according to sources. The decision affects her eligibility to compete internationally.
A public golf course designed for accessibility is undergoing changes under presidential direction, raising questions about its future accessibility and purpose.
Serena and Venus Williams lost their US Open doubles first-round match but delivered an entertaining performance, leaving questions about their future in professional tennis.
Serena and Venus Williams lost their US Open doubles match in a match tiebreaker during their return to the tournament.
USC's LA Coliseum showed sparse attendance at kickoff against Fresno State despite the team's strong ranking, though the stadium filled by second quarter, continuing concerns from their Week 0 opener.
Serena and Venus Williams lost a three-set first-round doubles match at the U.S. Open to Maya Joint and Hao-Ching Chan after mounting an epic comeback that fell just short.
Venus and Serena Williams returned to the US Open court together for the first time in four years, losing a thrilling three-set doubles match to Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint.
Sydney is set to experience its warmest start to spring since 1858, with temperatures reaching 33C and extreme fire danger, while snow simultaneously falls in southern NSW mountains.
Jay-Z headlined his first UK solo show in over a decade at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, featuring surprise performances by Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Giggs as part of his 30th-anniversary tour.
England football legend Michael Owen's statement that he never tells his children he loves them has ignited discussion about parenting styles, gender expectations, and whether actions or words matter more in communicating affection.
The NFL is demanding prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket cease offering easily manipulated sports bets, citing integrity concerns over bets that can be influenced by individual actors.
Texas Christian University reversed its decision to revoke press credentials from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram after the outlet reported on a player dismissal, reinstating access days before football season.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced retirement after 2026 season, concluding a seven-year tenure marked by league growth but significant player relations conflicts and political controversies.
Team USA dominated China 94-61 in the women's FIBA Basketball World Cup opener, with Caitlin Clark delivering a historic double-double off the bench in her World Cup debut.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has implemented sweeping changes to its selection process, including halving the voter pool, following controversy over Bill Belichick's exclusion from induction.
Alexander Isak scored twice as Liverpool defeated Ipswich Town 2-0, with the £125m striker finally justifying his transfer after a disappointing first season. Cody Gakpo's creative performance proved crucial in the comfortable victory.
The world stone skimming championships are returning to Scotland's Easdale Island with record international participation and enhanced security measures following last year's cheating scandal.
