6 First-Time World Cup Players Poised To Breakout In 2026
We all know the biggest stars who’ll shine at the World Cup this summer, but it’s equally valuable to highlight some of the young players who will assuredly shine on the planet’s biggest stage this summer. Some of these names aren’t exactly coming out of nowhere, as they have played pivotal roles for their clubs…
Shakira, Madonna, BTS To Co-Headline First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show
The World Cup final is often a star-studded affair – and now this summer’s edition will have some of the biggest names in music joining the festivities. FIFA announced that the tournament’s final on July 19 will have a halftime show that will feature Shakira, Madonna and BTS with the show curated by Coldplay frontman…
Sebastian Berhalter Scores 2 Goal As Whitecaps Extend Unbeaten Streak To 7 Games
Sebastian Berhalter scored two goals — his first multi-goal game this season — and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat FC Dallas 3-2 on Wednesday night. The Whitecaps (9-1-2) are unbeaten in seven consecutive games. Vancouver, coming off 1-1 ties with the LA Galaxy and San Jose, had been winless in back-to-back games for the first time…
Red Bulls’ Julian Hall Becomes Youngest Player In MLS History To Score Hat Trick
Julian Hall scored three goals and became the youngest player (18 years, 50 days) with a hat trick in MLS history, and the New York Red Bulls beat the Columbus Crew 3-2 on Wednesday night. Hall has nine goals this season — after coming into 2026 with three career goals in 38 appearances across three…
5 Heavyweights Who Can Actually Win The 2026 World Cup
Every four years, the world stops. Offices empty. Bars fill up at 9 a.m. Nations hold their breath over a piece of leather and 22 men. Every team will dare to dream in the spirit of the tournament, but there are only a select few teams that have a realistic shot of going all the…
2026 World Cup Odds: France, Mbappé Emerging as Sportsbook’s Biggest Nightmare
Anticipation is continuing to build for what is expected to be the biggest sporting event in North America’s history — the 2026 World Cup. With 48 teams, 104 matches and the United States hosting alongside Canada and Mexico, fans around the world are already counting down the days until kickoff. And while we are still…
USA Star Christian Pulisic To Return From Back Injury For AC Milan This Weekend
United States men’s national team forward Christian Pulisic is likely to recover from a lower back injury in time for AC Milan’s penultimate Serie A match this weekend. Pulisic missed AC Milan’s game against Atalanta on Sunday in another setback for the American player, who is enduring the longest goalscoring drought of his career. However,…
Top 4 Available NHL Coaches & Their Potential Landing Spots – The Hockey Writers – NHL Coaching
As the NHL season winds down, the coaching carousel has begun. Several teams are underperforming, while others are already preparing for a change behind the bench. At the same time, a strong pool of experienced and up-and-coming coaches is emerging. Whether teams are looking for a proven winner or a fresh voice, this offseason could…
Brazil Boss Carlo Ancelotti Struggling With Neymar World Cup Roster Decision
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that deciding whether to include Neymar in his squad for the 2026 World Cup is weighing heavily on his mind. Despite the Santos forward’s legendary status, the Italian tactician is balancing the player’s recent fitness struggles against his undeniable talent as the tournament approaches. The weight of history…
Vancouver Canucks News & Rumours: Johnson, the Sedins & the Malhotra Decision – The Hockey Writers – Vancouver Canucks
The Vancouver Canucks finally seem ready to settle their front-office picture, and the direction they appear to be taking says a lot about where this organization believes it is heading. According to multiple reports, Ryan Johnson is expected to become the next general manager (GM) of the Canucks, while franchise legends Henrik Sedin and Daniel…