Iran soccer team yet to secure visas for World Cup | CNN
With less than three weeks to go until the start of the World Cup, questions remain over Iran’s participation due to ongoing visa discussions. CNN’s Matias Grez reports.
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Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after 22 years | CNN
After 22 years, Arsenal have won the Premier League after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth. Thousands of fans then journeyed to the stadium to celebrate.
Amid prospect of ICE at World Cup games, vendors weigh livelihoods against safety
Vendors in and around SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., have expressed fear as the Trump administration has signaled ICE will help provide security for the World Cup.
North Korean women’s soccer comes to South Korea | CNN
North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s Football Club arrived at the Incheon International Airport to compete in the Asian Women’s Champions League this week. This marks the first time in more than 7 years that a North Korean team has touched down to compete on South Korean soil.
World Cup halftime show performers announced | CNN
FIFA announced its lineup for the World Cup final halftime show, set for July 19 at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. CNN’s Bijan Hosseini reports.
Commonwealth Games: Gracie Smith and Sophie Kelly likely to be omitted from England netball squad, says Tracey Neville
Gracie Smith and Sophie Kelly are set to miss out on the Commonwealth Games due to logistical issues and competition; <strong>Watch the Netball Super League live on Sky Sports</strong>
Sky Sports push notifications FAQ: How to receive the news alerts you want
The Sky Sports mobile app will keep you up to date with the latest news from your favourite sports - here's how to receive the alerts you want.
A ‘Football Goddess’ now leads the men’s FC Union Berlin | CNN
Marie-Louise Eta became a history maker at FC Union Berlin. She’s the first woman to coach a men’s team in any of Europe’s top-five leagues. However, the reception to this hire has been split. CNN’s Sebastian Shukla reports.
History of flotilla campaigns to end Israel’s siege of Gaza
A 70-boat flotilla sets sail from Spain, aiming to break Israel’s naval blockade on Gaza amid history of interceptions.
Jess Thirlby's departure as England Netball head coach is strange timing ahead of Commonwealth Games, says Tamsin Greenway
Former England international Tamsin Greenway reacts to Jess Thirlby stepping down as head coach ahead of the Commonwealth Games and discusses England's long-term options: "I think they would be naïve to think this is the only group that can take that team forward."
Jess Thirlby steps down as England Netball head coach ahead of Commonwealth Games
Anna Stembridge will take over as England head coach for the 2026 Commonwealth Games following the departure of Jess Thirlby, who has stepped down after nearly seven years in the job since replacing Tracey Neville.
Mexico City breaks world record for largest soccer lesson | CNN
Mexico City earned a Guinness World Record title on Sunday after more than 9,000 people gathered in Zócalo Plaza for the largest ever soccer lesson. The country organized this event ahead of the World Cup, which will be held this summer in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Trump hosts Inter Miami and Messi at White House | CNN
President Donald Trump hosted the 2025 MLS Cup Champions Inter Miami on Thursday, marking Lionel Messi’s first visit to the White House.
Legendary former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz dies at 89 | CNN
Lou Holtz, the College Football Hall of Fame coach who led Notre Dame to the 1988 national championship and won 249 games over 33 seasons at six schools, has died. He was 89.
Middle East crisis: Will Iran play at World Cup co-hosted by USA? How conflict affects sport
US and Israel hit targets across Iran on Sunday as part of an intensifying military campaign, which followed the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; thousands of flights have been cancelled amid a crisis in the Middle East, which raises questions about how sport is affected
Premier League Darts: Stephen Bunting fortunate, bitter pill to swallow for Danny Noppert says Wayne Mardle
<em>Sky Sports Darts</em>' Wayne Mardle gives his views on the 2026 Premier League Darts picks; <strong>you can watch Premier League Darts live on Sky Sports from February 5 every Thursday all the way through until the finale at The O2 in London on May 28</strong>
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AFCON 2025: Rochdale winger Tarryn Allarakhia earns place in Tanzania Africa Cup of Nations squad for second time
Tarryn Allarakhia recounts facing Mohamed Salah on his Tanzania debut, being "humbled" by Achraf Hakimi in his first Africa Cup Of Nations game and leaving Rochdale's promotion push to play at the tournament for a second time