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The NBA officially announced the 2026-27 salary cap at $164.961 million and the luxury tax threshold at $200.428 million. It also disclosed the minimum team salary, two hard cap lines, and three types of mid-level exceptions, providing a clear financial framework for team operations next season.

FIFA defended the VAR decision to disallow Germany’s knockout-stage goal, saying officials were instructed to penalize interference with the goalkeeper strictly. The call proved decisive as Germany later lost on penalties and exited the tournament.

Mexico ended a 40-year World Cup knockout win drought by defeating Ecuador 2-0 at the Estadio Azteca, with Quinones and Jimenez scoring within the first nine minutes. They became the fourth team in World Cup history to keep four consecutive clean sheets and the first CONCACAF side to beat a South American team in a knockout match. Mexico will face England or DR Congo in the round of 16 on Sunday.

The Clippers and Raptors executed a seven-for-one super trade, sending Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto. The Clippers dealt Leonard, receiving Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and multiple future draft picks. Leonard averaged 27.9 points per game last season with a 50.5% field goal percentage, earning All-Star and All-NBA Second Team honors.

Australia's Jordan Bos declares a no-mercy approach for their crucial World Cup group stage match against Egypt, despite uncertainty over Mohamed Salah's fitness. The Socceroos, buoyed by two consecutive clean sheets but seeking offensive improvement, are preparing meticulously for the high-stakes encounter.

LeBron James has informed the Lakers he will continue playing next season but will leave the team after eight seasons, including their 2020 championship run, to become a free agent and seek a new team, with his next destination currently unknown.

The USA-Mexico-Canada World Cup Round of 16 pairings are set, with France facing Paraguay on July 5 at 5 a.m. at Gillette Stadium in Boston. France beat Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32, while Paraguay eliminated Germany on penalties. Historically, France leads 3-2-0 against Paraguay and has won both World Cup encounters. The other match in the same quarter is Canada vs Morocco.

England will be without defenders Reece James and Jarell Quansah for their World Cup Round of 16 match against DR Congo due to injury. Both are recovering but not fit in time. Head coach Thomas Tuchel remains confident in his squad, with tactical reshuffles expected in defense, Declan Rice set to return, and Bukayo Saka cleared to start despite minor discomfort.

In the 2026 World Cup round of 32, France defeated Sweden 3-0. Kylian Mbappe scored twice, Michael Olise provided two assists, while Ousmane Dembele and Bradley Barcola also found the net. France advanced to the round of 16 and will face Paraguay next; Sweden were eliminated.

In the World Cup Round of 32, Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 thanks to Erling Haaland's 86th-minute winner to advance to the Round of 16. Odegaard assisted Nusa for the opener, Amad equalized, and Haaland sealed the victory. Norway will face Brazil in the next round, while Ivory Coast exit the tournament.

In a massive World Cup upset, underdog Paraguay eliminated four-time champion Germany 1-0 via penalties, with goalkeeper Orlando Gil outperforming legend Manuel Neuer. The historic win prompted Paraguayan President Santiago Pena to declare a national holiday. Gil was named Man of the Match for his heroic performance.

Uruguay defender Caceres emphasizes that rumors about Bielsa have been maliciously distorted to damage his reputation. He refuses to reveal Bielsa's farewell words but points out inaccuracies in reported content. Previously, Suarez criticized Bielsa for creating conflict. Bielsa led Uruguay to fourth in qualifiers, took responsibility after World Cup group-stage exit, and insisted the team deserved better.

In a thrilling World Cup Round of 32 match, Morocco and the Netherlands battled to a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes, with Morocco securing a 4-3 victory in the penalty shootout to advance. The first half saw no goals but featured a bloodied injury to Van Hecke. In the second half, Gakpo opened the scoring, only for Diop to equalize in the 91st minute. Extra time saw Rahimi miss a golden chance, and Morocco ultimately triumphed in the shootout, setting up a Round of 16 clash with Canada.

James Harden is reportedly set to decline his $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season and aims to negotiate a new long-term contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 37-year-old, still an elite scorer, seeks a championship to complete his illustrious career.

Former USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter was moved to tears after his son Sebastian scored his first World Cup goal and provided an assist. Despite never calling up his son during his own tenure as coach, Sebastian earned his place on the national team and shone in the final Group D match despite the loss. Berhalter spoke of paternal pride and expressed confidence in the team's continued strong performance against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the knockout stage.

Brazil beat Japan 2-1 in a World Cup group stage match, advancing to the round of 16 thanks to a stoppage-time winner from Gabriel Martinelli. Kaishu Sano opened the scoring for Japan in the first half, while Casemiro equalized with a header in the 56th minute. Brazil also set a record for the latest winning goal in regulation time in World Cup history.

Paraguay produced a major upset by eliminating four-time champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Havertz, Woltemade, and Tah missing crucial spot-kicks despite a key save from Neuer.

Brazil edged past Japan 2-1 with a Martinelli stoppage-time winner to advance, exposing concerns over squad age and Vinicius Junior’s low efficiency. Casemiro’s header leveled, but Japan exited in the group stage for the fifth straight time due to second-half caution, while AFC nations largely faltered.

The Grizzlies and Trail Blazers completed a 2-for-1 trade: Morant sent to Portland, Grant and Murray join Memphis. Morant, a two-time All-Star, averages 22.4 points and 7.4 assists in his career, has won Rookie of the Year and Most Improved Player, and averaged 19.5 points and 8.1 assists in the 25-26 season.

The Netherlands and Morocco have revealed their starting lineups ahead of their World Cup Round of 16 clash. The Dutch are led by Van Dijk, De Jong, and Dumfries, with Brobbey spearheading the attack, while Morocco rely on Hakimi and Diaz as key figures. Both sides also name strong benches, setting the stage for a highly anticipated knockout match.