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Barça omit Pedri and Gavi for Basel pre-season clash

Barcelona will face Basel in the penultimate match of the 2026/27 pre-season. Pedri and Gavi are not included in the traveling squad, while Frenkie de Jong and Roony Bardghji are injured and unavailable.

SC Delhi storm into Durand Cup semifinal with 5-1 win

SC Delhi crushed FC Raengdai 5-1 to reach the Durand Cup semifinals, with Joseph Sunny scoring twice as the comeback sparked after an early Raengdai lead. The other quarterfinal saw East Bengal defeat Indian Army 1-0 at Salt Lake Stadium, sending SC Delhi to face the IAFT-East Bengal winner in Kolka

Arsenal seal £34m Tzolis transfer to bolster left wing

Arsenal completed a £34million signing of Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge. The Greek forward is viewed as a potential upgrade on the left wing ahead of the new campaign.

Rain delays start on Day 2 as India reach 288-2 in Galle

Day 2 at Galle was set to begin late due to rain, with India 288-2 after a rain-affected first day. Padikkal scored 131*, Rahul 77, and Jaiswal 32 before play was disrupted by weather forecasts predicting continued showers.

India eyeing WTC final as nine Tests remain

India faces a tight window to reach the WTC final with nine Tests left in the 2025-27 cycle. They hold 52 points and a 48.15% PCT, needing strong results away from home and in upcoming Sri Lanka and New Zealand series.

Zverev opens Cincinnati run with Norrie showdown after bye

Alexander Zverev entered the Cincinnati Open as the top seed, received a first-round bye, and was set to meet Cameron Norrie in the second round. The tournament faced rain-related delays in qualifying and saw Zverev aiming to rebound after a Canadian Open exit.

India push WTC bid in Galle as rain delays shape opening Test

India seek a decisive result in the Galle Test to bolster their World Test Championship hopes, while rain interrupted play on day one and a revised schedule aimed for 86 overs. Gill led the toss, with Padikkal and Rahul making early gains before weather halted proceedings.

Nashville SC vs Inter Miami: top MLS clash amid Messi uncertainty

Nashville SC hosts Inter Miami in a crucial MLS clash for top spot as Nashville leads and Miami trails by two points. Messi’s availability remains unsettled following his father’s death, with Miami’s schedule pressing after the Nashville game.

Charlotte FC vs Columbus Crew: BTTS and Over 2.5 in MLS clash

Charlotte FC hosts Columbus Crew in MLS with a focus on goals. The teams have high-scoring trends, including Charlotte’s home goals and Columbus’ road goals, with a history of both teams scoring and multiple goals in road trips.

Abdul-Malik set to rebound at UFC 330 after first career loss

Mansur Abdul-Malik seeks to rebound at UFC 330 after suffering his first pro defeat. The card features his middleweight bout against Dustin Stoltzfus in Philadelphia, with weigh-ins and promotional material confirming details.

UFC 333: Volkanovski vs Evloev, Yan vs Dvalishvili at Etihad Arena

UFC officials set UFC 333 for Oct. 24 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, with Volkanovski defending against Movsar Evloev and Petr Yan meeting Merab Dvalishvili in a trilogy. The card was announced during UFC 330 broadcast.

Lyon’s frank remarks highlight rift as Australia stumbles in Darwin Test

Australian captaincy and batting form come under scrutiny after a 198 all out in Darwin; Lyon skirted criticism of teammates while Ponting and Hayden weighed in on team dynamics. The Bangladesh first Test began in Darwin with a looming second match in Mackay.

McGregor shows eight days post-ACL surgery rehab after UFC 329

Conor McGregor posted an update from California claiming full quadriceps activation eight days after ACL surgery, following UFC 329 where Holloway stopped him. Officials and timelines remain cautious about his return.

UFC 330 Preview: Makhachev vs Garry in Philadelphia

UFC 330 lands at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, featuring Islam Makhachev defending the welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry. The card also includes Mackenzie Dern defending the strawweight title against Gillian Robertson, with the event marking Philadelphia's first numbered UFC show

Wells tops Orolbai with guillotine at UFC 330 in Philadelphia

Jeremiah Wells defeated Myktybek Orolbai by guillotine at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, amid a vocal, home-field crowd. The outcome adds a notable win to Wells' UFC resume in his hometown arena.

Sevilla host Rayo in La Liga opener at Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan

Sevilla welcome Rayo Vallecano to the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan to kick off the 2026-27 La Liga campaign. Both sides approach the match after uneven recent seasons, with early team news highlighting injuries and squad doubts.

Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr opener as Postecoglou reshapes XI

Ronaldo will not feature in Al-Nassr's Roshn League curtain-raiser against Al-Fateh, a decision attributed to manager Ange Postecoglou. The clash at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh marks the start of the new season, with Ronaldo having only recently returned to training after a month away.

Al-Ittihad vs Al-Kholood preview ahead of Saudi Pro League opener

Al-Ittihad host Al-Kholood at King Abdullah Sports City in the Saudi Pro League's opening round, with Jens Wissing guiding the home side and Des Buckingham shaping the visitors. The article outlines predicted lineups, key players, and tactical ideas for the season debut.

Djokovic rebalances life as Cincinnati return looms

Novak Djokovic returns to the Cincinnati Open with a renewed focus on family and rest, signaling a shift in how he frames preparation and competition while chasing more Masters titles this season.

Al-Nassr keeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi doubtful for opener vs Al-Fateh

Nawaf Al-Aqidi may miss Al-Nassr’s Roshn League opener against Al-Fateh after a shoulder bruise. A decision on his availability will be made by the club’s Portuguese doctor following assessments before the final training session.

Ronaldo Returns to Training as Al Nassr Prepare for Title Defense

Cristiano Ronaldo resumes training with Al Nassr days after marrying Georgina Rodriguez. The club, coming off last season’s Saudi Pro League title, set to start the new campaign against Al Fateh.

Gonçalo Ramos joins AC Milan from PSG in €70m+ deal

AC Milan signed Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain on June 30, securing a contract through 2031. The transfer fee is reported between €70m and €74m, making Ramos a marquee addition under Milan's new era led by Ruben Amorim. Ramos arrives with a pedigree from PSG and a profile Milan hopes fits it

Ashwin interrupted by police at Chennai home over passport return

Ravichandran Ashwin paused a live YouTube session when police arrived at his Chennai residence to return his passport after verification. The visit followed repeated calls from his security guard and his wife, and he later spoke about preferring normalcy in life.