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.
FIFA announced Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will perform at the 2026 World Cup Final halftime show, marking the first-ever dedicated halftime performance at a World Cup final.
Leading scientists warn FIFA that its heat safety protocols for the 2026 World Cup are insufficient, risking player harm in extreme temperatures across US, Canada, and Mexico venues.
FIFA has announced its first-ever World Cup Final halftime show featuring BTS, Madonna, and Shakira, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey during the 2026 tournament.
AEW Dynamite from Asheville featured Darby Allin's successful AEW World Championship defense against Konosuke Takeshita, setting up a Hair vs. Title match with MJF at Double or Nothing. The Owen Hart Foundation Tournament brackets were revealed for both men and women.
Cleveland Cavaliers defeated Detroit Pistons in overtime in Game 5 of their playoff series, taking a 3-2 lead. The victory was marred by controversy over a missed foul call in regulation.
Palmeiras defeated Jacuipense with mostly reserve players, advancing to the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals for the 28th time. Coach Abel fielded only Gómez from the starting lineup.
AEW Dynamite featured Darby Allin successfully defending his world championship against Konosuke Takeshita, with MJF signing a contract to challenge for the title at Double or Nothing on May 24.
Tolima defeated Pasto 2-0 in a Colombian football playoff, advancing to semifinals, but visiting players were attacked by local fans after the match, prompting criticism of poor crowd control.
A Central vs Racing match was marred by three controversial decisions: a disallowed goal for offside, a red card for Martínez, and a second yellow for Di Cesare, all involving VAR intervention.
The Trump administration waived visa bond requirements up to $15,000 for qualified fans from Algeria, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Senegal, and Tunisia attending the 2026 World Cup in the U.S.
Colo Colo coach Fernando Ortiz was sent off after repeatedly clashing with referee Gastón Philippe during a 1-0 loss to Coquimbo Unido, leaving him sidelined for a crucial playoff match.
São Paulo FC terminated coach Roger Machado following the team's elimination from the Copa do Brasil. The dismissal came after a direct order from club leadership at Morumbis stadium.
Santos names Neymar as starter and Gabigol as substitute for Copa do Brasil match against Coritiba, with goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão returning after yellow card suspension.
Hearts remain atop Scotland's league with one match left against Celtic, after a controversial penalty decision at Motherwell kept their title hopes alive. The final-day clash at Celtic Park will determine the champion.
Santos defeated Coritiba and advanced in the Copa do Brasil despite Neymar's subdued performance. The player was booed by fans after the match.
São Paulo was eliminated from Copa do Brasil after losing 3-1 to Juventude in the fifth round, with an aggregate score of 3-2. The defeat marked the club's fifth consecutive game without a victory, leading to coach Roger Machado's dismissal.
Vasco drew with Paysandu and advanced to the Copa do Brasil round of 16, securing an additional R$ 3 million in prize money despite a tense match.
Texas, Miami, and Ohio State lead college football rosters by NIL valuation, with SEC and Big Ten programs occupying 12 of top 15 spots as defending champion Indiana notably absent from elite tier.
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin discusses ICE's World Cup security role, facility operations, and U.S. hantavirus response in exclusive CBS News interview.
Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira fields mostly reserve players against Jacuipense in Copa do Brasil, with only defender Gustavo Gómez from the starting lineup after dominant 3-0 first-leg victory.
A disputed 99th-minute VAR penalty awarded to Celtic against Motherwell has reignited debate over officiating fairness, with Hearts manager McInnes claiming his team faces systemic disadvantage ahead of Saturday's title decider.
DHS Secretary Mullin says ICE will not conduct mass immigration arrests at the FIFA World Cup but won't rule out enforcement against serious criminals and security threats.
Phil Foden's masterful first-half performance, highlighted by a sensational backheel assist, inspires Manchester City to a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace, keeping them within two points of Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
New DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin discusses ICE's operational role during World Cup games in an exclusive CBS News interview, less than two months into his tenure.
