India enjoyed its biggest day of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, winning 16 medals to climb to fourth in the standings with one day remaining. A historic boxing haul of seven golds and three silvers led the surge, while medals in para athletics, athletics and judo lifted India's tally to 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze) in Glasgow.
Lionel Messi has returned to Inter Miami training after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final run, but the club is yet to decide when he will play again. Head coach Guillermo Hoyos confirmed Messi and Rodrigo De Paul are available for selection against Columbus Crew, though their involvement remains uncertain as Inter Miami manage their workload amid a congested schedule.
On Tuesday night, Gulveer became the first Indian to win a medal in the men’s 10,000m at Commonwealth Games, claiming silver in an event traditionally dominated by African distance runners. 
India added two medals on Day 8 of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with Lovepreet Singh winning silver in the men’s +110kg weightlifting final after a record-breaking performance and Seema Kaliramna claiming discus bronze. India’s tally rose to 17 medals (3 gold, 10 silver, 4 bronze), while Tejaswin Shankar remained in medal contention in the decathlon and Neeraj Chopra advanced to the javelin final.
UEFA's 55 member associations have unanimously backed a boycott of FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA proceeds with its proposed $20 billion commercial restructuring. European football leaders described the plan as an existential threat to the sport, while insiders revealed "absolute unity" in opposing the proposal ahead of a September 19 vote by FIFA's member associations.
Senior European football officials are discussing Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi as a potential challenger to FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid growing opposition to FIFA’s proposed World Cup commercial investment plan. Although Al-Khelaifi has publicly ruled out a presidential bid, discontent over FIFA’s restructuring proposal has intensified debate over the future leadership and governance of world football.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set to join Chilean giants Colo-Colo after his breakout 2026 World Cup performances, but league rules could force him to drop his famous nickname from his shirt. Colo-Colo have requested a special exemption, while the 40-year-old insists he wants to be valued for his football, not his newfound global fame.
FIFA's plan to sell a 20% stake in a new commercial subsidiary has sparked fierce backlash from UEFA, the FA and Concacaf over transparency and governance concerns. UEFA is considering an emergency meeting, with a potential World Cup boycott among options. Gianni Infantino insists the proposal would unlock $10 billion in funding for member associations through 2030.
FIFA initiated disciplinary proceedings against Argentina players and officials. Charges include assault allegations and unsporting behaviour after the World Cup final. The Argentine Football Association faces accusations for fan conduct and political demonstrations. Players and staff may receive match suspensions and financial penalties for their actions. FIFA will review all submissions before announcing its final verdict.
Manipur Chief Minister congratulated Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh for their medals. Mirabai Chanu secured a gold medal in the women's 48kg category. Rishikanta Singh won a silver medal in the men's 60kg event. Both athletes expressed gratitude for the support received from Manipur and India. Their achievements brought pride and laurels to the state and the nation.
Gulveer Singh secured a historic silver medal in the men's 10,000m race. He became the first Indian to achieve this feat at the Commonwealth Games. Singh finished second behind Australia's Ky Robinson in Glasgow. The national record holder clocked a time of 27:49.78 during the event. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian athletics.
Harjinder Kaur secured a silver medal in the women's 69kg weightlifting event. She achieved a combined total of 227kg, lifting 101kg in the snatch. Kaur then lifted 126kg in the clean and jerk, setting a new record. Canada's Charlotte Simoneau claimed the gold medal with a total of 240kg. Australia's Nya Phebe Hayman earned the bronze medal with 218kg.
India's six-medal haul on Day 5 of the Commonwealth Games lifted the country to eighth in the standings with 10 medals (2 gold, 5 silver, 3 bronze). Sharmila Dhankar's historic para-athletics gold led the charge, supported by three silvers and two bronzes. Australia remained atop the table with 59 medals, ahead of England (32) and Canada (21).
The 31-year-old national record holder cleared 2.25m to claim the silver medal. Jamaica's Romaine Beckford won gold, while England's Jack Kimani took bronze with a jump of 2.20m.
India's Raja Muthupandi secured a silver medal in the men's 65kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The 26-year-old posted a combined lift of 286kg, finishing behind Malaysia's record-breaking gold medallist Muhamad Aznil Bin Bidin. The podium marked Muthupandi's first Commonwealth Games medal after years of setbacks, including injury and category changes.
Jadumani Singh Mandengbam advanced to the men's 55kg boxing quarter-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after defeating Pakistan's Sumama Rehman by unanimous decision. The Indian boxer will face England's Ellis Trowbridge for a guaranteed medal. Elsewhere, Lovlina Borgohain has already secured at least bronze, while Sachin Siwach also progressed in Glasgow.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's extensive private jet travel during the 2026 World Cup has sparked criticism over the governing body's environmental credibility. Reports estimate his flights generated more than 1,020 tonnes of CO₂e, prompting campaigners to question FIFA's sustainability commitments. While FIFA defended the travel as operationally necessary, the controversy has intensified scrutiny of football's climate responsibilities and leadership.