Paraguay defeated Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout during the World Cup knockout stage, causing Germany to be eliminated earlier than expected. Paraguay advanced to the Round of 16 and will face the winner of the France versus Sweden match.
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Paraguay won against Germany in a sudden-death penalty shootout with a score of 4-3.
Germany missed several penalty shots, including players Jonathan Tah, Kai Havertz, and Nick Woltemade.
A goal by Jonathan Tah in extra time was disallowed due to a foul involving Germany’s contact with Paraguay’s goalkeeper.
Germany was considered a strong favorite to win the match and advance.
Paraguay qualified for the Round of 16 and will play the winner of France vs. Sweden.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic commented that penalty shootouts are unpredictable and require strong mental focus.
The United States won their group, which included Paraguay, before the knockout rounds.
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John Cena, a former WWE world champion, shared on social media that he is undergoing his second hair transplant procedure. Fans responded with both support and jokes about his hair loss and new look.
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John Cena is 49 years old and a former WWE world champion.
Cena has been losing his hair, which fans noticed during his last WWE appearances.
He recently posted about having a second hair transplant using a method called FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction).
Cena thanked the medical team at the Anderson Center for Hair for helping him.
This is Cena’s second hair transplant procedure.
Some fans supported Cena’s efforts to regrow his hair.
Other fans made humorous comments and jokes about Cena’s hair and appearance.
Cena chose to have this procedure now that he is not performing weekly in front of live WWE audiences.
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Paraguay beat Germany in a World Cup round of 16 match after a 1-1 draw, winning 4-3 in a penalty shootout. Paraguay’s coach praised the team for their strong effort and smart game plan in tough conditions.
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Paraguay took the lead with a goal by Julio Enciso in the first half.
Germany equalized with a goal by Kai Havertz.
The match ended 1-1 after extra time.
Paraguay won the penalty shootout 4-3, with goalkeeper Orlando Gill making two important saves.
German player Jonathan Tah had a goal disallowed during the match.
Paraguay’s coach Gustavo Alfaro said the team worked hard to stop Germany’s play style.
Paraguay advanced to the last 16 for the second time in their history and may face France next.
Enciso said Paraguay’s confidence and respect for their opponents helped them win.
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Kawhi Leonard may return to the Toronto Raptors after trade talks between the Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers have intensified. ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins criticized Leonard’s time with the Clippers and said Leonard would be welcomed back in Toronto, where he helped the team win a championship in 2019.
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Kawhi Leonard is in the last year of his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Clippers are considering a new direction after another disappointing season.
Leonard previously brought the Raptors their first NBA title in 2019.
Kendrick Perkins called Leonard’s stint with the Clippers a major disappointment.
Leonard missed the entire 2021-22 season due to a torn ACL and had ongoing knee problems.
The Clippers had major setbacks including a playoff collapse after leading 3-1 in 2020.
A return to Toronto would pair Leonard with rising players like Scottie Barnes.
The Raptors could become strong contenders again if Leonard rejoins them.
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The San Francisco 49ers signed wide receiver Mike Evans to a three-year contract to strengthen their team. Despite coming off an injury, Evans has impressed teammates with his performance during the offseason and is expected to be a key player for the team.
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Mike Evans signed a three-year deal with the 49ers worth $42.4 million.
Evans played 11 seasons with at least 1,000 receiving yards and 67 catches each season.
He was limited to eight games last season due to injury.
49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk praised Evans for exceeding expectations in practice.
Evans has 866 catches, over 13,000 yards, and 108 touchdowns in 12 seasons.
He is a two-time All-Pro and Super Bowl champion.
Evans will be the 49ers’ primary wide receiver next season.
The 49ers have other receivers but expect Evans to lead the group.
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Germany’s men’s soccer team won their group at the 2026 World Cup but were unexpectedly eliminated in the Round of 32 by Paraguay after losing in a penalty shootout. Germany’s captain, Joshua Kimmich, said the team struggled against opponents that were not considered top-level, and the loss ended their chance to win the tournament.
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Germany won their opening match 7-1 against Curaçao.
Germany beat Ivory Coast but lost 2-1 to Ecuador in the group stage.
Germany finished first in Group E and reached the knockout stage.
Germany lost to Paraguay in the Round of 32 after a 4-3 penalty shootout.
Germany missed three penalty shots in the shootout.
This was Germany’s first penalty loss in a major tournament since 1976.
Captain Joshua Kimmich said the team did not play well against non-top teams.
Germany has won the men’s World Cup four times, most recently in 2014.
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Germany had a goal disallowed in their World Cup match against Paraguay due to a VAR (video assistant referee) decision. The goal by Jonathan Tah was ruled out because of a foul on the Paraguayan goalkeeper during a corner kick, though many experts and Germany's coach disagreed with the call.
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Jonathan Tah scored a header for Germany that would have put them ahead 2-1 in extra time.
The goal was disallowed after VAR review because Germany’s Waldemar Anton was judged to have blocked the Paraguayan goalkeeper.
The Paraguayan goalkeeper fell to the ground but later made a save attempt.
Former players and analysts called the foul call "soft" or "pathetic," meaning they thought it was a minor or questionable contact.
Germany lost the match to Paraguay on penalties after the game ended 1-1.
Germany’s coach Julian Nagelsmann called the disallowed goal a "joke" and protested the decision, receiving a yellow card.
The VAR’s intervention and referee’s decision were widely debated and seen as controversial.
The incident highlights ongoing discussions about how VAR is used in football to review fouls and goals.
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Paraguay won a surprising match against Germany in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 by winning a penalty shootout after a 1-1 tie. Former U.S. soccer star Landon Donovan praised the exciting start to the knockout rounds, which also saw last-minute wins by Canada and Brazil.
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Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after extra time ended without a goal.
The match was tied 1-1 before the shootout started.
A potential winning goal for Germany was disallowed due to a foul on Paraguay’s goalkeeper.
Paraguay is ranked 34th in the World Cup and had lost earlier to the U.S. 4-1 in group play.
Paraguay will face the winner of the France vs. Sweden game in the Round of 16.
Canada and Brazil also won their Round of 32 matches with goals scored in the last moments.
Landon Donovan, a former U.S. player and current commentator, shared his excitement about the close games on social media.
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The Seattle Seahawks football team is up for sale after the death of owner Paul Allen. Several well-known business figures, including minority owners of other sports teams, are among the top bidders. The team is expected to sell for between $9 billion and $10 billion.
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The Seahawks were put up for sale on February 18, soon after winning the Super Bowl LX.
Paul Allen’s estate is selling the team to convert assets into charity donations.
Top bidders include Vinod Khosla (49ers minority owner), Todd Boehly (Lakers and Dodgers minority owner), and Boston Celtics minority owners Wyc Grousbeck and Aditya Mittal.
Jeff Bezos publicly declined interest in buying the Seahawks.
Speculation about interest from Mark Zuckerberg and Tim Cook has decreased.
The expected sale price is $9 to $10 billion.
Forbes values the Seahawks at $6.7 billion, ranking 14th in the NFL.
The team made about $624 million in revenue last season with $143 million in operating income.
The sale needs approval from 75% of other NFL team owners.
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The Toronto Blue Jays signed Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a 14-year, $500 million contract in 2025, aiming to build their team around him. While Guerrero played very well in the 2025 postseason, his performance has dropped significantly in the 2026 season, which is causing concern for the team’s chances to make the playoffs.
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signed a 14-year, $500 million contract with the Blue Jays in April 2025.
The Blue Jays won 74 games and finished last in their division during the 2025 regular season.
Guerrero had a strong 2025 postseason, winning the AL Championship Series MVP and hitting very well.
His regular season performance in 2025 was solid but not outstanding.
In 2026, Guerrero’s batting performance has dropped to the worst level of his career so far.
Guerrero’s OPS (a statistic measuring hitting ability) was .498 through June 28, the lowest monthly mark since his debut.
The Blue Jays had a nearly even win-loss record (25-28) since May 1, including six losses against the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays.
The team depends on Guerrero’s strong performance to help them reach the playoffs and contend for a World Series title.
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Mike Golic and his son Mike Golic Jr. are returning to ESPN with a new morning show called "The Golics," airing from 10 a.m. to noon Eastern Time. The show is part of a new multi-year deal and will also be available live on the ESPN app and later as a podcast.
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Mike Golic began working at ESPN in 1995 and was well-known for shows like "Mike & Mike" and "Golic & Wingo."
Mike Golic Jr. worked at ESPN from 2015 to 2022, appearing on radio, TV, and digital platforms.
Both father and son played or called college football games during their careers.
"The Golics" will air live from 10 a.m. to noon ET and be simulcast on the ESPN app.
Episodes will be available later on major podcast platforms.
They will also appear on other ESPN shows as part of their roles.
ESPN executive Mike Foss praised their long-standing chemistry and experience in sports media.
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Jalen Duren, a key young player for the Detroit Pistons, has not agreed on a new contract with the team and is considering offers from other NBA teams. The Los Angeles Lakers have joined the competition to sign him, likely through a trade, because the Pistons can still keep Duren by matching offers.
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Jalen Duren is a restricted free agent, meaning the Pistons can keep him by matching any contract offer.
Talks between Duren and the Pistons have stalled, leading Duren to explore sign-and-trade options.
The Sacramento Kings were the first team to show serious interest after negotiations with Detroit broke down.
The Los Angeles Lakers are now also pursuing Duren and have a scheduled call with him as free agency opens.
Lakers star Luka Doncic requested the team find a top-level center, making Duren a fitting target.
Duren averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game last season with a 65% shooting accuracy.
The Lakers have limited salary cap space after signing Austin Reaves to a big contract, so a trade involving players and draft picks is likely.
The Pistons currently prefer to keep Duren but may change their stance if negotiations fail and the Lakers offer a strong trade deal.
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Germany lost to Paraguay on penalties in their 2026 World Cup match after the game ended 1-1 following extra time. Paraguay won the shootout 4-3 and advanced to the last 16 of the tournament.
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The match was part of the 2026 World Cup.
Germany scored 1 goal in regular and extra time.
Paraguay also scored 1 goal, leading to a penalty shootout.
Paraguay won the penalty shootout 4-3.
Germany has won the World Cup four times in the past.
Paraguay’s victory means they move on to the tournament’s last 16 stage.
The game included extra time because the score was tied after normal playing time.
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Indiana Fever player Kelsey Mitchell has signed an endorsement deal with Puma and may become the first athlete to have a signature shoe under Tyrese Haliburton's Puma Hali line. Mitchell has been a top scorer for the Fever and a three-time WNBA All-Star.
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Kelsey Mitchell signed an endorsement deal with Puma.
Mitchell may be the first signature athlete for Tyrese Haliburton's Puma Hali shoe franchise.
Mitchell has played her entire WNBA career with the Indiana Fever since being drafted in 2018.
She is a three-time WNBA All-Star and was selected to the 2025 All-WNBA team.
Mitchell signed a $1.4 million supermax contract with the Fever in April.
She is the Fever’s leading scorer this season with 21.6 points per game.
On June 18, Mitchell became the eighth player in WNBA history to make 700 career three-point shots.
The Indiana Fever recently reached the WNBA semifinals but lost to the Las Vegas Aces.
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The Netherlands and Morocco are playing a close World Cup knockout match that ended regular time tied at 1-1 and went into extra time. Both teams made several substitutions and tactical changes, with Morocco scoring a late equalizer to keep the game level and create a tense finish.
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The match is a World Cup round of 16 game between the Netherlands (Oranje) and Morocco (Atlas Lions).
The score was tied 1-1 at the end of regular time, leading to extra time.
Cody Gakpo scored the first goal for the Netherlands with a fast counterattack.
Issa Diop scored a late equalizer for Morocco with a powerful header.
Both teams made multiple substitutions and adjusted tactics during the match.
The Dutch goalkeeper Verbruggen made important saves, including stopping a chance from Rahimi.
Morocco played carefully with patient ball possession to avoid risks.
The game is described as tense, with both teams fighting hard in the extra time period.
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Germany’s men’s national soccer team was eliminated in the Round of 32 at the World Cup after losing to Paraguay in a penalty shootout. This marks the third World Cup in a row where Germany did not reach the Round of 16.
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Germany won their opening group but lost to Paraguay in the first knockout round on penalties.
Paraguay had previously been defeated 4-1 by the United States in the tournament.
Germany controlled most of the game and scored on a set piece but showed weak offense otherwise.
An 18-year-old key player, Lennart Karl, was injured before the tournament and missed the matches.
Germany had struggled in previous games, including a narrow win over Ivory Coast and a goal against Ecuador that should have been disallowed.
Leroy Sane, a key German player, was ineffective throughout the match.
The German team’s performance was considered poor across players and coaching staff.
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Japan lost to Brazil 2-1 in a World Cup knockout match after Brazil scored a winning goal in extra time. Japan’s coach Hajime Moriyasu said the game showed his team is improving and getting closer to Brazil’s level.
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Japan nearly became the first team to beat Brazil in a knockout World Cup match but lost 2-1 in extra time.
Japan scored first with Kaishu Sano’s goal in the 29th minute and led for over 26 minutes.
Brazil equalized in the 56th minute with a goal from Casemiro and won with a goal during extra time.
Japan’s goalkeeper, Zion Suzuki, made four saves while facing six shots on goal.
Japan had 31% possession of the ball and only two shots on goal during the match.
Brazil is a five-time World Cup champion and has reached the Round of 16 in every appearance.
Brazil’s coach Carlo Ancelotti said this match was Brazil’s most complete game so far in the tournament.
Japan has played in eight consecutive World Cups since 1998 and looks forward to the 2030 World Cup in Morocco, Portugal, and Spain.
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The Golden State Warriors changed their plans when they signed Kristaps Porzingis to a two-year, $40 million contract, which means they cannot offer LeBron James the full $15 million mid-level exception they were considering. Although this move makes it harder for the Warriors to sign James, other options might still exist but seem less likely. LeBron James is also linked to possible returns to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat.
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Draymond Green declined his $27.7 million player option but was expected to re-sign for less money.
The Warriors planned to use a $15 million mid-level exception to sign LeBron James.
Golden State signed Kristaps Porzingis for two years and $40 million, including a player option for 2027-28.
Porzingis was acquired at the trade deadline and played 15 games, averaging 16.1 points per game.
Porzingis is known as a strong shooter for a tall player and a good rim defender.
Signing Porzingis reduces the Warriors’ salary flexibility, making a full offer to LeBron James unlikely.
LeBron James may accept a smaller contract or be involved in a sign-and-trade deal, but these options look less likely.
LeBron James is also linked to possible returns to Cleveland and Miami if he does not re-sign with the Lakers.
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The Edmonton Oilers invited three top women’s hockey players to join their NHL development camp, the first time women have taken part in the on-ice portion of such a camp. The players include Abbey Murphy, Chloe Primerano, and Caitlin Kraemer, all recognized for their strong college and international hockey careers.
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Edmonton Oilers are the first NHL team to include women players in their on-ice development camp.
The women invited are Abbey Murphy, Chloe Primerano, and Caitlin Kraemer.
Abbey Murphy was drafted No. 2 overall by the Seattle Torrent in the PWHL and holds the University of Minnesota’s record for most goals scored.
Murphy won gold medals with Team USA at the 2026 Olympics and multiple World Championships.
Chloe Primerano is a 19-year-old defenseman with strong scoring records at Minnesota and medals from U18 and World Championships.
Caitlin Kraemer is a 20-year-old forward who also achieved notable college stats and won medals at World U18 Championships.
The NHL has previously included female coaches in camps, but this is the first time women players have participated on ice.
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Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons have not agreed on a new contract, so Duren is planning to meet with the Sacramento Kings to discuss a possible trade. Duren was an All-Star player for the Pistons and had a strong season, and joining the Kings would add talent to their team.
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Jalen Duren is a star player for the Detroit Pistons and was their first-time NBA All-Star.
The Pistons and Duren have not agreed on a contract to keep him on the team.
Duren plans to meet with the Sacramento Kings to pursue a sign-and-trade deal.
The Pistons finished near the top of the Eastern Conference but lost in the semifinals.
The Kings finished with a poor record of 22 wins and 60 losses and missed the playoffs.
Sacramento has a three-time All-Star player, Domantas Sabonis, but has struggled recently.
Adding Duren to the Kings would strengthen their team, especially their frontcourt.
Duren averaged 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds per game with a 65% shooting rate last season.
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