SPORTSThis World Cup marks end of era for Ronaldo and other soccer greatsSome of the greatest footballers of a generation played their final World Cup match this summer.NPR·July 6, 2026
SPORTSUpdated ranking of MLB's top 100 trade deadline ca...Skubal to the ...? A new star closer available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.ESPN·July 6, 2026
SPORTSThe NFL's best running backs? Execs, coaches and s...Execs, coaches and scouts from around the league rank their top 10 running backs. Who is No. 1 on the list?ESPN·July 6, 2026
SPORTSWhich NFL teams have the best -- and worst -- rost...Here's how every roster stacks up ahead of the season, plus strengths, weaknesses, X factors and underrated players to know for all 32.ESPN·July 6, 2026
SPORTSThe Science Behind Why Soccer Players at the 2026 World Cup Are Cutting Their SocksHoles in socks have become a curious sight at this year’s World Cup. The reasons why are a weird mix of biomechanics, perception, and player habits.Wired·July 6, 2026
SPORTS⚾ Biggest MLB All-Star Game snubs, takeawaysMany of baseball's biggest names are headed to Philly, but some deserving stars will be watching from home.ESPN·July 6, 2026
SPORTSMelbourne teacher receiving end-of-life care after horror head clash during suburban football game<p>Epping footballer Nathan Fitzgerald, 27, remains in hospital after hitting his head during a game in Lalor on Saturday</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/05/australia-news-live-albanese-labor-nsw-h5-bird-flu-angus-taylor-liberal-coalition-pauline-hansoThe Guardian·July 6, 2026
SPORTSAn incredible night when England heroes were madeOn a spine-tingling night of drama, emotion and pure theatre in one of sport's most atmospheric arenas, England delivered one of their greatest performances.BBC News·July 6, 2026
SPORTSNeymar quits international football after Brazil’s World Cup knockout lossThe injury-plagued striker converted a penalty but failed to take his team into the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup.Al Jazeera·July 6, 2026
SPORTSBelgium ‘astonished’ at FIFA’s U-turn on Balogun red card for USA matchBelgium's football federation is 'investigating all potential options' to safeguard football after FIFA's U-turn.Al Jazeera·July 6, 2026
SPORTSWorld Cup fans spent anywhere from $2,500 to $150,000 to see matches—they say it was worth itSoccer fans heading to World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium shared how much they expected to spend with CNBC Make It outside New York's Penn Station.CNBC·July 5, 2026
SPORTS2026 MLB All-Star Weekend: Rosters and everything ...We have your go-to guide for the summer's biggest event as the Midsummer Classic heads to Philly on July 14.ESPN·July 5, 2026
