Top Sports News on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
World Cup
FIFA has reversed its decision to postpone the Mexico vs. England match, which had been considered due to a concerning weather forecast.
Zlatan Ibrahimovich personally encouraged Australian player Lucas Herrington after he missed a crucial penalty in the shootout.
Axel Witsel is causing unrest within the Belgian national team. He came to the World Cup to play, not to sit on the bench.
European Football
Due to an injury sustained at the World Cup, Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the start of the season. He is expected to be ready by September.
Luka Modric has reconsidered his retirement and is close to extending his stay at Milan for another season.
Zlatko Dalic is stepping down as head coach of the Croatian national team. Under his leadership, the “Checkered” team earned silver and bronze medals at World Cups.
Transfers
Karpaty have officially announced the signing of central midfielder Mogamed Mukhliss, a product of Real Madrid’s youth academy.
Riyad Mahrez has terminated his contract with Saudi club Al-Ahli, leaving the experienced Algerian player currently without a club.
Other Sports
Marta Kostyuk has advanced to the round of 16 at Wimbledon. She composed herself at a crucial moment and dominated her American opponent.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli won the British Grand Prix qualifying, finishing ahead of two Ferrari drivers.
Opinion
France’s attacking line looks simply magical. However, history of the World Cup offers equally impressive examples.
Stat of the Day
Unai Simon has gone 519 minutes without conceding a goal at World Cups – a record of all time.
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