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FIFA and the Saudi Esports Federation have postponed the FIFAe Finals 2026, which were originally scheduled to take place in Jeddah from October 16 to 25. The decision follows security concerns and logistical challenges after a deadly attack on Riyadh's international airport. In a statement, the organisers said the postponement came after an assessment of recent developments in the region and their impact on the logistical arrangements needed to host the tournament. The organisers added that further announcements regarding the FIFAe Finals 2026

Mexican football prospect Gilberto Mora has turned 18, marking an important milestone in his career as he becomes eligible to sign for European clubs. The attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Xolos de Tijuana, is expected to attract significant interest from clubs across Europe. Barcelona and Real Madrid have reportedly been monitoring his situation as they assess the possibility of signing one of Mexico’s most promising young talents. His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, who also represents high-profile players such as Erling Haaland, will have

Barcelona are reportedly discussing how best to manage the development of Egyptian forward Hamza Abdelkarim, with the 18-year-old struggling to secure regular first-team opportunities under manager Hansi Flick. According to SPORT, Abdelkarim has played just 12 minutes across 10 official matches despite training alongside Barcelona’s senior squad. With his progress limited by a lack of competitive action, a temporary move to Barça Atlètic could provide the youngster with valuable playing time. The forward is reportedly open to the possibility, as his main priority

Sanju Samson Equals T20I Sixes Record Sanju Samson achieved a significant milestone in T20 International cricket during India's fourth T20I against the West Indies in Hyderabad on October 14, 2026. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter smashed 56 runs off just 23 balls in an aggressive batting display. His innings featured six fours and four sixes, highlighting his ability to score quickly under pressure. Samson became the sixth Indian batter to reach 100 sixes in T20 International cricket. However, his impressive contribution was not enough to

South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad believes mental mistakes have played a major role in his team’s middle-order batting problems following their heavy defeat to Australia in the opening Test. The Proteas suffered a 214-run loss at Kingsmead in Durban, leaving the team with several concerns to address before the second match of the series. Conrad has called for greater concentration and better decision-making from his batters, stressing that technical ability alone is not enough against a strong Australian bowling attack. South Africa

Bengal made a winning start to their 2026–27 Ranji Trophy campaign with a dominant nine-wicket victory over Delhi in their Group C encounter. Mohammed Shami was among the wickets as Bengal’s disciplined bowling attack helped the team secure a comprehensive win in front of the home crowd on Day Four. Bengal claimed a vital victory in the domestic first-class competition, while Gujarat also registered a bonus-point win in their opening match after defeating Odisha by 10 wickets. Mohammed Shami Helps Bengal Secure a

Australia Women claimed a convincing eight-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI at Allan Border Field in Brisbane on October 14, 2026. A brilliant bowling display from Megan Schutt helped the hosts restrict the visitors to 172 runs before Australia comfortably completed the chase in 22.4 overs. The victory secured a 3–0 clean sweep for Australia in the three-match ODI series. Megan Schutt Leads Australia’s Bowling Attack After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, Australia made an immediate impact with

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing renewed pressure to resign following reports that he received an additional payment of around £1.3 million in 2024, on top of his regular salary. According to a report first published by The Times, a filing submitted to the US Internal Revenue Service revealed details of the additional payment linked to FWC2026, the company established to organise and run the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FIFA has published details of Infantino's salary, bonuses and allowances in its annual reports

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 981st career goal to help Al Nassr secure a 3-1 victory over Neftchi Fergana in the AFC Champions League Elite on Monday. The 41-year-old forward started the match and continued his impressive scoring record for the Saudi Arabian club. Following the victory, Ronaldo shared a message on Instagram, saying, “Important win tonight. We keep building.” Portugal FA Shares Ronaldo's Achievement Despite suspending Ronaldo just two days earlier, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) acknowledged his latest achievement on social media.

Temba Bavuma’s unbeaten run as South Africa’s Test captain has come to an end after 13 matches, following the team’s defeat against Australia in the first Test in Durban. Bavuma’s streak began after his appointment in February 2023 and included a World Test Championship final victory and a Test series win in India. However, the defeat against Australia marked a disappointing moment for the South African skipper. Speaking after the match, Bavuma admitted that the result was difficult to accept and acknowledged that

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has dismissed reports suggesting that the opening One-Day International (ODI) of India's upcoming three-match series against Sri Lanka will be shifted from Delhi to Ahmedabad. BCCI honorary secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed on Monday that the match, scheduled for December 13 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, will take place in the national capital as planned. BCCI Confirms Delhi as Venue for Series Opener Saikia clarified that reports about a possible change of venue

José Mourinho's biggest challenge at Real Madrid is finding a way for Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior to perform effectively together, according to an analysis by Mario Cortegana of The Athletic. Both forwards remain key figures in Mourinho's plans, but their partnership has yet to deliver the attacking chemistry the club expected. Mbappé and Vinícius Struggle to Find Space Together The problem was evident during Real Madrid's 2-1 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid. Both forwards frequently occupied similar areas on the left wing,

India and Tamil Nadu batter Sai Sudharsan was fit to resume playing after an injury scare on the second day of the Ranji Trophy match against Rajasthan in Jaipur on Monday. However, his return to the crease was short-lived, as he was dismissed for three runs. Sudharsan Returns to the Field After Lunch Sudharsan took throwdowns during the lunch break before opening the batting for Tamil Nadu alongside N. Jagadeesan. His return came after he had left the field earlier in the day

India defeated the West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I in Indore, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma's explosive 69 off 30 balls set up India's total of 223, while Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul and disciplined spin bowling helped restrict the visitors to 209 for seven. Naman Dhir also played a crucial role, dismissing Kamil Pooran after the West Indies batter had hit him for three sixes in the same over. Naman Dhir's 'Six and Out' Moment

India defeated the West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I on Sunday, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma's explosive 69 and Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul helped India secure the victory despite a late batting collapse. India posted 223 all out before restricting the West Indies to 209 for seven. Abhishek Sharma Powers India's Batting Abhishek Sharma led India's innings with a brilliant 69 off just 30 balls, hitting six sixes and five fours. His aggressive approach helped

Australia could face a race against time to turn their strong position into victory in the opening Test against South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban, with fading light continuing to disrupt play. Cloud cover and haze have forced the players to leave the field early on each day, resulting in around 45 overs being lost so far. If the conditions persist, the teams could have significantly fewer overs than scheduled to produce a result. Australia Hold 139-Run Lead at the End of Day

Manchester City secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, with second-half goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku and Rayan Cherki helping the Premier League leaders maintain their perfect start to the season. Liverpool were reduced to 10 men after Ryan Gravenberch was sent off in the 62nd minute. City capitalised on the numerical advantage to take control of the match and secure all three points. The victory also came amid heightened attention surrounding City's financial rules case, with the

Cristiano Ronaldo has paid tribute to longtime rival Lionel Messi following the Argentine superstar’s emotional farewell to international football. The Portuguese forward responded to Messi’s social media post after Argentina’s friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires, where Messi played his final match for the national team. Ronaldo Praises Messi’s Legacy With Argentina Ronaldo praised Messi for his remarkable contribution to Argentina and the legacy he has created during his international career. He said Messi had made history that would last forever after representing

The fifth edition of the ILT20 will get under way on November 21 with the defending champions Desert Vipers taking on former winners MI Emirates, the organisers announced on Wednesday. The opening match will kick off at 6:30 pm at the Dubai International Stadium. In the second match of the season, Sharjah Warriorz will take on Season 1 winners Gulf Giants at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on November 22, Sunday. The second game of Super Sunday will see Dubai Capitals face Abu Dhabi Knight

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named Smriti Mandhana as the new captain of the Indian women's cricket team after Harmanpreet Kaur stepped down from the role on Tuesday. Mandhana, 30, takes over the leadership after Kaur's successful tenure, which included India's historic women's ODI World Cup triumph last year. Mandhana Takes Charge as India Captain Mandhana has been one of India's most important batters in recent years and played a key role in the team's Asian Games gold