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World Cup ticket resale prices are falling, including for USA opener vs. Paraguay

Resale ticket prices for nearly every 2026 World Cup game have declined in recent weeks, with tickets to dozens of matches — including the U.S. opener — now available for less than FIFA’s list price in the same category.Generally, the prices on third-party sites and FIFA’s own resale platform remain higher than those on the primary market, a sign of high demand — or at least perceived demand.Advertisement

Anonymous NBA player poll 2026: Players see no integrity problem, despite gambling, tanking issues

Does the NBA have an integrity problem? A strong majority of its players don’t think so, but they also see a troubling trend developing of issues that could damage the league’s reputation if they aren’t addressed.In our latest installment of The Athletic’s anonymous player poll, we asked more than 150 players if the league’s biggest controversies this season — gambling, tanking and accusations that the LA Clippers circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard — called the NBA’s integrity into q...

McInnes hails Hearts’ ‘addiction to winning’ ahead of huge week in title race

"That addiction to just winning games of football is something that's been screaming out of the club."Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is preparing for one of the biggest weeks of his managerial career and insists his players have the desire to clinch a historic Scottish Premiership title.

‘Shocked and saddened’: Kohli mourns death of former teammate Amanpreet Gill

Virat Kohli and the cricket fraternity mourned the untimely demise of former Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Singh Gill, who passed away at 36. Gill, an ex-India U-19 pacer, represented Punjab and was part of the inaugural IPL season with Kings XI Punjab. Tributes poured in from former teammates and the Punjab Cricket Association.

Harry Kane names his favourite for PSG vs Arsenal Champions League final

Bayern Munich were knocked out of the Champions League in the semi-finals by Paris Saint-Germain and Harry Kane has assessed Arsenal's chances against the defending champions

Australia stars say no to Pakistan ODI tour, prefer to stay back in IPL

Australia stars say no to Pakistan ODI tour prefer to stay back in IPL

Jan Brueghel and Illinois clash in Ormonde Stakes

It’s day two of the Boodles May Festival, with a whole host of superstars lining up for the Ormonde and Dee Stakes contests.3.05 Chester - Last year's hero Illinois faces Jan BrueghelLast year's winner Illinois takes on stablemate Jan Brueghel in a stellar renewal of this Group 3 Ladbrokes Ormonde Stakes.

Jamie Carragher issues public apology to Luis Enrique as PSG boss responds on live TV

Jamie Carragher attempted to bury the hatchet with the PSG boss following the Champions League semi-final

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Volkswagen R to return to Nurburgring 24 Hours in 2027 with Golf R

Volkswagen R to return to Nurburgring Hours in with Golf R

Man City players party until 1.30am despite Premier League title race with Arsenal

Manchester City's squad descended upon Louis Night Club in the city centre on Tuesday evening to bid farewell to two departing legends.The celebration honoured club captain Bernardo Silva and defender John Stones, both of whom announced last month they would be leaving at the end of the current campaign.Silva's departure marks the conclusion of a remarkable nine-year spell with the club, during which the Portuguese midfielder accumulated an extraordinary 18 major honours.His trophy haul includes...

Paris Saint-Germain returns to Champions League final after beating Bayern Munich

Sports Paris Saint-Germain returns to Champions League final after beating Bayern Munich May 7, 20264:22 AM ET By  The Associated Press PSG's head coach Luis Enrique, center, celebrates with the other members of the team after the Champions League semifinal second leg soccer match between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint Germain in Munich, Germany, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Martin Meissner/AP hide caption toggle caption Martin Meissner/AP MUNICH — Ousmane Dembélé scored early and Paris Saint-Ger...

Mexico issues World Cup warning to players

Dubai: Concerns are growing in Mexico, one of this summer’s FIFA World Cup co-hosts, as tensions rise ahead of the tournament over the release of national team players.In an unusual move, the Mexican Football Federation has called-up domestic-based national team players for a short training camp beginning this week, warning that absences will carry serious consequences.With Mexico’s Liga MX's top clubs entering a decisive phase of the season, the move has caused confusion and uncertainty.A state...

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Steven Gerrard makes Arsenal Champions League final prediction amid PSG 'favourites' tag

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‘Look at Virat Kohli’: Sanjay questions Rohit and Suryakumar fitness standards

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes Virat Kohli's elite fitness culture sets a benchmark that Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav may have fallen short of. Manjrekar suggested that a decline in physical conditioning, particularly after 30, has made things harder for Rohit and Suryakumar, impacting their performance, especially in T20 cricket.

Giro d’Italia 2026 preview: Route and rider analysis as Jonas Vingegaard bids to win pink jersey

Follow all of The Athletic’s cycling coverage here What romance is yet to be written about the Giro d’Italia? The maglia rosa, the crescendo of spring, suffering and rhapsody carved as large as crevasses across the Alps and Dolomites for the next three weeks.Think back to last year and Simon Yates’ redemptive ride on the Colle delle Finestre, the third contender in a race seemingly bound for a testa-a-testa between Isaac del Toro and Richard Carapaz.Advertisement

Pant needs clarity of thought: Pujara baffled by LSG captain's poor IPL record

Pant needs clarity of thought Pujara baffled by LSG captains poor IPL record

Liverpool revise ticket price plan after supporter pressure, protests

Liverpool have revised plans to increase ticket prices following protests and lengthy discussions with the club’s supporters’ board.In March, the club announced a three per cent rise for next season with further inflation-linked increases to follow in 2027-28 and 2028-29.Yet after a strong backlash, particularly at recent home games, Liverpool have on Thursday confirmed a compromise.Advertisement

The Future of Baseball and Softball With AJ Andrews

Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly talk with AJ Andrews on baseball’s momentum, softball’s growth and why storytelling and authenticity are key to building the next generation of fans. (Source: Bloomberg)