Tuesday, 27 October 2026

Sports

Advertisements on stadium boards
Unhealthy food ads

Study: World Cup 2026 awash with unhealthy food ads

AI analysis of 108 matches revealed 65,722 displays of unhealthy food and drink brands, with Coca-Cola and McDonald's leading the way.

Swimmer in the pool during the race
Swimming

Yu Zidi swam the second-fastest time in history in the 200m individual medley

The 13-year-old was 0.40 seconds behind the world record set by Canada's Summer McIntosh and won gold at the Asian Games in Japan.

French player in the national team jersey
French basketball

Nicolas Batum ends basketball career

The most decorated French basketball player has retired following a 15-year international career and 18 years in the NBA.

Press conference
FIFA

Infantino proposes independent review of FIFA's operations

The head of the world football body offers reforms following the rejection of a plan to sell stakes to private investors.

Coach at the press conference
Ireland vs Israel

Israeli federation accuses Hallgrimsson of hypocrisy

The Irish manager said his team was 'playing against genocide', and the Israeli federation responded on social media.

Coach holds a paper with printed images
Sports

Atletico respond to Mourinho's claims of 'persecution' by judges

Following the presentation of disputed incidents, Atletico Madrid responded on social media with a message of 'stop persecuting judges'.

Emotional moment of the players on the court
Sports

Nicolas Batum announces end of career after 18 NBA seasons

Scottish team training in the spotlight
Nations League

Pocognoli makes debut on the Scotland bench, McTominay out due to heart operation

The new manager has named 28 players for the first four matches of the Nations League, debuting on Saturday against Slovenia.

Dramatic moment on the final hole
Sports

Spaun wins BMW PGA Championship, Elvira suffers dramatic finish

American JJ Spaun triumphs at Wentworth, while Manuel Elvira is left heartbroken after a dramatic finish.

Empty football field at dusk
Birmingham City

Jordan Graham in hospital following serious crash

The PFA has announced that the 31-year-old is receiving specialist treatment and has asked for privacy.

English midfielder in the jersey
England squad

Gibbs-White close to England call-up after Palmer's withdrawal

Palmer withdraws due to a minor injury, while Tuchel admits Gibbs-White was close to the starting lineup.

Coach on the bench during the match
Southampton

Southampton boss waits for FA decision over 'Spygate' affair

Tonda Eck faces potential suspension as club warns extra penalty would be heavy, with boss Phil Parsons revealing legal costs are already huge.

Players at training
Sports

Northern Ireland without captain Bradley in League B

Michael O'Neill has named a 28-man squad for the four-match window; Conor Bradley misses out following knee surgery.

Players leave the pitch under the floodlights
Real Madrid

Real Madrid angered by officiating in derby: 'They sent us a coward to referee'

The club claims referee decisions directly influenced the outcome, and players are banned from speaking to the media.

Dinamo players celebrate at Maksimir
Sports

Dinamo take top spot with victory over Lokomotiva

The blue side won 3-2 at Maksimir, playing with ten men for the last 20 minutes; Rijeka beat Hajduk 3-0.

Fabian Hurzeler on the bench
Brighton

Hurzeler: Intensity and unity the key to Brighton's win over Arsenal

Brighton beat Arsenal 3-0 in the Premier League, with manager Fabian Hurzeler highlighting the team's collective effort and squad depth.

Golfer on the green
PGA Championship

Spaun wins PGA Championship with final round of 70

American golfer becomes the second from the US in three years to win the tournament.

Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid in the race
Madrid derby

Atletico Madrid defeat Real Madrid in city derby

Atletico Madrid take second place in La Liga with a 2-1 win over Real Madrid.