Top Sports News for Saturday, June 27, 2026
World Cup
Ståle Solbakken explained his decision to field a reserve lineup against France, emphasizing Norway’s desire to extend their stay in the World Cup.
Didier Deschamps has become the most successful coach in World Cup history, surpassing the legendary Helmut Schön.
Uruguay’s goalkeeper Fernando Muslera embarrassed himself at the tournament and has since issued an apology to the Uruguayan people.
Cape Verde made history at the World Cup by becoming the smallest nation ever to reach the knockout stage.
Mohamed Salah will undergo a special medical examination due to an injury, though the severity remains unclear.
Europe
Arda Turan is being considered for the position of head coach of the Turkish national team, contingent on Fatih Terim assuming leadership of the federation.
Transfers
Polissya secured the signing of Cape Verde international Leandro Andrade, although he was not included in their World Cup squad.
Manchester City’s record signing Elliot Anderson has extended his contract until 2031 after completing his medical in New York.
Real Madrid is set to exercise the purchase option for Nico Pas from Como, but the transfer is likely to be finalized only next year.
Barcelona has found a new club for Marc-André ter Stegen, with the Catalan side close to agreeing on a one-year loan deal with Ajax.
Other News
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated all his championship belts but has not retired from sport—he plans a last dance.
Stat of the Day
Kylian Mbappé and Kevin De Bruyne have each registered 16 shots on goal at the World Cup, leading all players in this category.
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