FIFA has unveiled its official Team of the Tournament for the 2026 World Cup, with Spain, the champions, having the most representatives. The XI features players from six nations, including Lionel Messi, Rodri, and Kylian Mbappe.

Rodri has been awarded the Golden Ball at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, an honor that traditionally goes to the tournament's best player. The decision has sparked discussion, particularly with Lionel Messi also having a strong tournament.

A roundup of recent sports headlines, including Ryan Fox's Open Championship win and Liam Lawson's F1 result. The FIFA World Cup final ceremony was also featured.

Spain has won the FIFA World Cup 2026™, defeating Argentina in a thrilling final at New York New Jersey Stadium. This marks Spain's second World Cup title, while Argentina sought their fourth.

Nigeria will compete in 10 sports at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, from July 23 to August 2. The Nigerian delegation will participate in 3x3 basketball, 3x3 wheelchair basketball, athletics, boxing, judo, para athletics, para powerlifting, swimming, track cycling, and weightlifting.

Two key players from Barcelona are providing crucial support for Spain's national team, contributing significantly to both their defensive solidity and attacking prowess during the World Cup.

The Nigerian contingent for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has departed after a presidential send-off ceremony. The 74-member team will compete in 10 sports.

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco is set to begin on July 26. Nigeria will aim to defend their title, while stars like Temwa Chawinga and Barbra Banda will feature.

Mario Götze, the scorer of the winning goal in the 2014 World Cup final, reflects on how that moment transformed his career and life.

Kimmy Anteneelli, the current Formula 1 World Championship leader, has secured victory at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Golfer Ryan Fox has won The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, securing victory by one stroke at 10 under par.

Team Nigeria is brimming with confidence and ambition ahead of the Lagos 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships set to hold from August 9 to 14. The Nigerian squad has some of the best rising stars in Africa, including Adebodunri Thomas and Alex Chizim Aninyei. Coach Ibrahim Alogba believes the team is stronger and more united than before, and can bring home medals.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has 'exceeded' audience expectations, with the biggest games rivaling NFL playoff numbers. Fox Sports' president of insights and analytics, Mike Mulvihill, expressed optimism about the tournament's success.

Argentina's experienced players have been instrumental in guiding the team to another World Cup final. Their crucial contributions were evident in the hard-fought semi-final victory against England.

Lionel Messi's Argentina will face Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Argentina reached the final after a semi-final victory over England, while Spain advanced with a strong performance.

President Bola Tinubu has charged Nigerian athletes to compete with courage, honour, integrity, discipline, and patriotism at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He urged them to make the nation proud by excelling through fair competition, expressing confidence in their ability to achieve a record medal haul.

The artist Post Malone has been announced as the headline act for the FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony, which will take place prior to the final match.

Liam Lawson's streak of Formula 1 points finishes has concluded at five after he finished 12th at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Nigeria's Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Kayinsola Ajayi are among the elite athletes confirmed for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Ajayi, in particular, is in outstanding form after equalling the Nigerian men's 100m record.

President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the Nigerian Anti-Doping Act, establishing a stronger legal and institutional framework for clean sports in Nigeria. The board of the Nigerian Anti-Doping Centre has also been inaugurated.