Nico Paz has reportedly been chosen to inherit Lionel Messi’s iconic No.10 shirt for Argentina, marking the start of a new era after Messi’s international retirement. The 21-year-old Como star would take over the legendary number if coach Lionel Scaloni renews his contract, with Argentina reportedly viewing Paz as a key figure for the future.
French investigators reportedly found Kylian Mbappé’s address among information on 26 wealthy individuals discovered on phones seized from an 18-year-old suspect. The teenager allegedly continued running a criminal organisation from prison and was reportedly planning kidnappings. Authorities are investigating whether the alleged operation progressed beyond identifying potential targets, with the case still under investigation.
John Isner and Nicolas Mahut produced the longest match in tennis history at Wimbledon 2010, battling for 11 hours and five minutes across three days. Their deciding set lasted eight hours and 11 minutes, with Isner eventually winning 70-68. The marathon produced 183 games, 215 aces and a scoreboard-breaking scoreline, later inspiring HBO’s “7 Days in Hell.”
Liverpool have completed the £106 million signing of 23-year-old Bradley Barcola from PSG, with the deal potentially rising to £123 million. The French forward has signed a five-year contract and will wear No.29. A long-term Liverpool target, Barcola joins after winning two Champions League titles and three Ligue 1 crowns, aiming to win the Premier League.
Lionel Messi’s international retirement has reignited Piers Morgan’s long-running Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT argument. Morgan points to Ronaldo’s record 146 international goals, compared with Messi’s 125, as proof that Ronaldo is football’s greatest. Messi leaves Argentina with a World Cup, two Copa América titles and 125 goals, while Ronaldo continues chasing 1,000 career goals before retirement.
Ballyspallen were forced to concede their Northern Ireland cricket match against Eglinton after a broken printer prevented officials from producing a required Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) sheet following rain. Eglinton had scored 159, while Ballyspallen were 19-0 when play stopped. League rules require the home side to concede if the DLS sheet cannot be provided to teams and umpires.
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India kicked off their Women's T20 Asia Cup with an impressive 94-run triumph against Thailand. Shafali Verma ignited the innings with her electrifying batting, laying a robust foundation for the team. The bowlers showcased their prowess, limiting Thailand to a modest score. Highlighting the match, Deepti Sharma reached a remarkable milestone, claiming the title of leading wicket-taker in women's T20I history, ensuring a triumphant start to the tournament for India.
Manav Suthar has impressed in his first three Test matches, taking 23 wickets. His ability to generate drift and deceive batters is a significant strength. Ajinkya Rahane noted Suthar's effectiveness regardless of pitch conditions and his quick learning. Suthar's adaptability strengthens his prospects for a larger role in India's spin attack. The team faces a challenging series in New Zealand with different conditions.
José Mourinho has backed Kylian Mbappé for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, arguing that individual brilliance should outweigh team trophies. Mbappé’s record-breaking World Cup, plus his prolific La Liga and Champions League campaigns, strengthens his case. Mourinho insists the award should recognise the world’s best player rather than automatically rewarding those who win the Champions League or World Cup.
Jose Mourinho has challenged the traditional Ballon d’Or criteria, arguing that the award should recognise individual greatness rather than simply major trophies. The Real Madrid manager believes several of his players belong among the world’s elite, with Kylian Mbappé emerging as a leading contender after a remarkable 2025-26 season and outstanding World Cup performance.