Colombia and Portugal played a scoreless soccer match in the World Cup group stage, with Colombia winning the group despite a disallowed goal. The goal was canceled after a video review showed Davinson Sánchez was just offside by a small margin.
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The match ended 0-0 between Colombia and Portugal.
Colombia had 24 shots and many chances to score.
Davinson Sánchez scored a header that was ruled offside by video review (VAR) by a small margin, a "toe offside."
Colombia remained unbeaten in the group stage, winning against Uzbekistan and Congo DR before the draw with Portugal.
Colombia won Group K and will play Ghana in the Round of 32 on July 3 in Kansas City.
Portugal finished second in the group and will face Croatia on July 2 in Toronto.
Colombia’s coach joked about telling Sánchez to get a pedicure after the close offside call.
James Rodriguez is the captain and key player for Colombia heading into the knockout rounds.
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Sami Zayn won the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Triple Threat match at WWE’s Night of Champions event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This was Zayn’s first time winning a major WWE title, and the result surprised many fans, especially those watching in the United States.
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Sami Zayn defeated Cody Rhodes and Gunther to win the Undisputed WWE Championship.
The event took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which will host future WWE shows including WrestleMania 2027.
Cody Rhodes appeared close to retaining the title but Zayn countered and pinned him for the win.
Many fans in Saudi Arabia celebrated the result, but some fans in the U.S. expressed disappointment online.
Some fans criticized the decision because other wrestlers, like LA Knight, were seen as more deserving champions.
Oba Femi won the King of the Ring tournament at the same event and may challenge Zayn in the future.
WWE’s Money in the Bank event coming in October gives another wrestler a chance to challenge the champion at any time.
The championship win was a major surprise and marks a new chapter for Sami Zayn’s career.
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Cody Gakpo, a soccer player for the Netherlands and Liverpool, and his partner Noa van der Bij announced that their unborn baby boy died during pregnancy. They shared this sad news on social media and asked for privacy during this difficult time.
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Cody Gakpo plays for the Netherlands national team and Liverpool FC.
Gakpo and his partner Noa van der Bij lost their unborn baby boy, named Elijah Raphael Gakpo.
The couple has a two-year-old son named Samuel.
Van der Bij shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude for support.
Gakpo also posted the news and requested privacy for the family.
The timing of the miscarriage was not disclosed.
Gakpo is currently playing in his second World Cup with the Netherlands team.
The Netherlands team won their group and will play Morocco in the knockout stage.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup started on June 11, and the knockout stage begins on June 28. While stars like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Cristiano Ronaldo advanced, the article highlights 10 other important players to watch in the tournament's next rounds.
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Lionel Messi scored five goals in two group matches and leads the Golden Boot race.
France won Group I with Ousmane Dembélé scoring a hat trick in one match, tying in goals with Mbappe.
Erling Haaland scored four goals for Norway in his first World Cup.
Mohamed Salah helped Egypt achieve its first World Cup win and may play his last tournament at age 34.
Vinícius Júnior scored in all three group matches for Brazil and is tied for second in goals scored.
Jude Bellingham is a key midfielder for England, while Harry Kane is England’s all-time leading World Cup scorer.
Spain’s young player Lamine Yamal scored soon after starting his first World Cup match.
Weston McKennie plays a vital role for the United States team in their effort to reach the quarterfinals.
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The San Jose Sharks had a strong 2026 NHL draft, selecting several top players including a very tall defenseman named Alexander Karmanov. Karmanov, who is 7-foot-1 and from Moldova, became the tallest player ever drafted in NHL history.
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The Sharks picked Ivar Stenberg, a high-scoring Swedish winger, second overall in the draft.
They also picked defensemen Keaton Verhoeff (9th overall) and Ryan Lin (21st overall).
In the 7th round (201st pick), the Sharks selected Alexander Karmanov, who is 7-foot-1 tall.
Karmanov is now the tallest player ever drafted, surpassing Zdeno Chara, who was 6-foot-9.
Karmanov is the first player born in Moldova to be drafted into the NHL.
Karmanov weighs 280 pounds, which raises questions about how his body will handle the physical NHL games.
Experts see him as a unique player because of his unusual size and defensive potential.
Defenseman role often requires defending the zone and preventing goals, areas where Karmanov’s size can be an advantage.
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England won their group in the World Cup and advanced to the knockout stage. They started strong with a good game against Croatia but had a tougher time against Ghana and Panama. Overall, England’s group stage performance was good but showed some areas to improve.
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England was ranked 5th before the tournament started.
They performed best in their first match against Croatia, scoring many chances.
England struggled more against Ghana, drawing that match.
They won 2-0 against Panama but found it challenging.
England finished first in their group.
Their next opponent in the knockout stage is DR Congo.
The team plays best when facing strong, attacking opponents but has trouble against very defensive teams.
Their group stage performance received a B+ grade.
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Manchester United is still trying to sign Mateus Fernandes, a midfielder from West Ham United. News about this potential transfer continues to develop.
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Manchester United wants to add Mateus Fernandes to their team.
Fernandes currently plays as a midfielder for West Ham United.
The transfer has not been completed yet.
Discussions about this move are ongoing.
No final decisions have been announced by either club.
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DR Congo has reached the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time since 1974. The team, coached by Sebastien Desabre, is known for strong defense and fast counter-attacks, with key players like Yoane Wissa and Cedric Bakambu leading the attack.
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DR Congo last played in the World Cup in 1974, when they were called Zaire.
Coach Sebastien Desabre took charge nearly four years ago and improved the team significantly.
The team uses a strong defensive style, keeping 29 games without conceding goals in 57 matches under Desabre.
DR Congo earned its first World Cup point by drawing with Portugal 1-1.
They beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to reach the round of 32.
Key players include captain and defender Chancel Mbemba, midfielder Noah Sadiki, and strikers Yoane Wissa and Cedric Bakambu.
Yoane Wissa scored three goals in the group stage, making him one of the top African scorers in the tournament.
DR Congo will play against England in the round of 32, with the match shown live on BBC One.
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UFC referee Herb Dean has faced criticism after missing illegal strikes during a recent fight between Alex Pereira and Cyril Gane. Dean also made a controversial decision in another fight at UFC Baku, leading fans to call for his removal as a referee.
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Herb Dean is a well-known UFC referee praised by UFC president Dana White.
Alex Pereira claims Dean missed punches to the back and side of his head in his fight against Cyril Gane.
Pereira called for Dean to be punished for missing the illegal strikes.
In a separate UFC Baku fight, Dean warned a fighter, Sharaputdin Magomedov, about fouls but did not deduct points after an eye poke.
Magomedov won that fight by decision.
Fans on social media expressed strong frustration and called for Dean to be fired.
The criticism focuses on fighter safety and the referee’s ability to enforce rules correctly.
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Argentina won their match against Jordan without their star player Lionel Messi in the starting lineup. Messi, who is 38 years old, came off the bench and scored a goal, extending his record for the most goals.
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Argentina played a soccer match against Jordan.
Lionel Messi did not start the game but was a substitute.
Messi scored a goal after coming into the game.
Messi is 38 years old.
The team won the match even without Messi starting.
Messi extended his record for the most goals scored in international soccer.
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Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin asked to be traded weeks before the NHL draft, but the team did not make a deal. General Manager Steve Yzerman said he will act in the team's best interest and did not guarantee that Larkin’s request will be fulfilled.
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Dylan Larkin is the 29-year-old captain and center of the Detroit Red Wings.
He requested a trade before the 2026 NHL draft.
No trade was made during or shortly after the draft.
Larkin’s agent gave a list of preferred teams he might agree to join.
General Manager Steve Yzerman said he is focused on what is best for the Red Wings.
If traded, Larkin could bring several first-round draft picks and players in return.
Other top NHL players have recently been traded for multiple first-round draft picks.
The article lists examples of recent trades involving first-round picks to show Larkin's potential trade value.
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The 2026 National Hockey League (NHL) draft featured many trades and surprising player picks. Several teams, including the Vegas Golden Knights, Chicago Blackhawks, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Edmonton Oilers, made choices that experts think may not help their teams much in the future.
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The NHL draft had nine trades in the first round and many unexpected selections.
A total of 224 amateur players were picked by NHL teams from rounds 1 through 7.
Vegas Golden Knights are criticized for their risky first-round pick and missing a chance to improve their team.
Chicago Blackhawks traded high draft picks for current players but fans are upset the team did not pick star player Connor Bedard.
Tampa Bay Lightning made late picks that experts say could have been chosen earlier and did little to boost the team's future.
Edmonton Oilers' picks are mostly seen as less promising, with only one player having some NHL potential.
Analysts Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler were not impressed by Edmonton’s draft picks.
Some players selected were previously ranked higher but their value dropped last season.
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Jaron "Boots" Ennis has won boxing titles and gained important experience. He aims to become the undisputed champion and possibly fight Vergil Ortiz Jr.
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Jaron "Boots" Ennis is a professional boxer.
He recently won boxing titles.
Ennis gained experience through his fights.
His goal is to become the undisputed champion, meaning holding all major titles in his weight class.
He may fight Vergil Ortiz Jr., another top boxer.
The phrase "With Zayas out of the way" suggests a previous opponent or challenge has been overcome.
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The 2026 NHL draft included nine trades and many unexpected player selections, with 224 amateur players joining NHL teams over seven rounds. Several teams, including the San Jose Sharks, Nashville Predators, Toronto Maple Leafs, and St. Louis Blues, chose players they believe will strengthen their future lineups.
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Round 1 saw notable picks such as Daxon Rudolph (Buffalo Sabres, No. 4), Chase Reid (Seattle Kraken, No. 7), and Ethan Belchetz (Utah Mammoth, No. 17).
The San Jose Sharks picked Ivar Stenberg (No. 2), Keaton Verhoeff (No. 9), and Ryan Lin (No. 21), aiming to build a strong team defense and offense.
Nashville Predators selected scoring winger Wyatt Cullen (No. 10) and defenseman Thomas Bleyl (No. 31), along with goalie Dmitri Borichev in Round 3.
Toronto Maple Leafs chose Gavin McKenna (No. 1), a promising offensive player expected to complement their current stars.
St. Louis Blues drafted Tynan Lawrence (No. 11) and Maddox Dagenais (No. 16), both centers, plus several other prospects to add depth.
The draft is viewed by scouts as potentially impactful for the teams’ futures and their chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Teams also focused on selecting goalies and defensemen to fill specific needs beyond strong offensive players.
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Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby lost his college eligibility after admitting to gambling on a college game. The NFL is not holding a supplemental draft this year, and the Canadian Football League also barred him from playing, forcing him to wait until the 2027 NFL draft. Draft expert Todd McShay advised Sorsby to accept the consequences, focus on self-improvement, and prepare for the next draft.
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Brendan Sorsby is a quarterback from Texas Tech who admitted to having a gambling addiction.
He placed bets on the Indiana Hoosiers while playing college football, which led to loss of eligibility.
The NFL is not holding a supplemental draft in 2024, so Sorsby must wait to enter the regular 2027 NFL draft.
The Canadian Football League announced that Sorsby is not allowed to play there either.
His only current option to play is the United Football League, a spring league that starts in late March.
Playing in the United Football League risks injury and could hurt his chances in the NFL draft.
Draft expert Todd McShay told Sorsby to accept punishment, avoid trouble, focus on recovery, and prepare for the next draft.
McShay emphasized the importance of accountability and showing growth after mistakes.
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The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas for one game after review showed she made a dangerous contact with Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark. The Mercury won the game during Thomas's suspension, but the team and fans have criticized how the league handled the investigation and communication.
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Alyssa Thomas received a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty and a one-game suspension for reckless contact with Caitlin Clark.
The incident involved Thomas pushing her fist into Clark’s neck and throat area while Clark was on the court.
No foul was called during the game itself, leading to public criticism.
The Mercury won 89-80 against the Toronto Tempo while Thomas was suspended.
Mercury player Kahleah Copper scored 27 points, and Valeriane Ayayi scored 20 points off the bench.
Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts criticized the WNBA’s investigation process, saying it lacked thoroughness and communication.
The Phoenix Mercury publicly supported Thomas despite the suspension.
There is ongoing discussion about improving how fouls and suspensions are handled in the WNBA.
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Kawhi Leonard, a top NBA player with one year left on his contract, may be traded as contract talks with the Los Angeles Clippers stall. Three teams likely to sign or trade for Leonard are the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs, and Toronto Raptors.
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Kawhi Leonard is 34 years old and had his best season recently.
He has one year left on his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Extension talks are paused due to an ongoing NBA investigation involving Leonard.
The Golden State Warriors want Leonard for one year, seeing him as a key player alongside older stars.
San Antonio Spurs are interested and Leonard might sign a long-term deal there despite past conflicts.
Toronto Raptors also want Leonard and could trade players like Brandon Ingram to get him.
Leonard is a two-time Finals MVP and two-time Defensive Player of the Year.
Leonard won championships with the Spurs (2014) and Raptors (2019).
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Harry Kane became England's top scorer in World Cup history by scoring his 11th goal during England's win over Panama. He has played in three World Cups and is now chasing records held by other great players like Pele and Lionel Messi.
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Harry Kane scored his 11th World Cup goal in a 2-0 win against Panama.
He surpassed Gary Lineker's previous England World Cup record of 10 goals.
Kane has scored goals in three different World Cups: 2018, 2022, and 2026.
He won the Golden Boot in 2018 by scoring six goals.
Kane is younger than Lionel Messi, who holds the all-time World Cup scoring record with 18 goals.
Kane has more World Cup goals than Cristiano Ronaldo but fewer than Brazilian Ronaldo (15 goals) and Pele (12 goals).
Pele scored 12 goals across four World Cups and has a slightly better scoring rate than Kane.
Kane aims to break more records as the 2026 World Cup continues.
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Colombia and Portugal played a 0-0 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage in Miami, with both teams advancing to the knockout round. Colombia finished first in Group K and will play Ghana next, while Portugal will face Croatia.
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Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 in their final Group K match.
Both teams advanced to the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup.
Colombia topped the group and will play Ghana in Kansas City.
Portugal finished second in the group and will play Croatia in Toronto.
Colombia created more goal chances but failed to score.
Portugal’s star player Cristiano Ronaldo had few opportunities and was booed during the game.
The match was played in front of 64,478 fans in Miami during hot weather.
In another Group K game, DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and qualified for the knockout stage for the first time.
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Colombia and Portugal played a 0-0 draw in their last Group K match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams had already qualified for the knockout stage, with Colombia finishing first in the group and Portugal second.
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The match ended with no goals scored by either team.
Colombia topped Group K, and Portugal finished second.
Colombia will face Ghana in the next round.
Portugal will play against Croatia in the knockout stage.
Colombia dominated early in the game, while Portugal had strong moments with key saves by their goalkeeper.
The match was held at the Miami Stadium in Florida, with over 64,000 fans attending.
Notable spectators included former soccer star Carlos Valderrama and FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
Multiple watch parties took place across South Florida due to high demand for the game.
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