Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT

The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects

Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract to quash any chance of England switch

Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to remain as Ireland’s head coach until 2031 ending any potential interest from the RFU

The strange history of baseball’s superstitions: ‘Magic is in the sport’s very structure’

A new book looks at how rituals, charms and curses are central to the identity of America’s pastime

Prem team of the season: from teen with a sky-high ceiling to a stat-topping No 8

The league has been a launchpad for players such as Noah Caluori while showcasing the best English rugby has to offer

Football regulator will reject call to play bigger role in promoting equality at clubs

The Independent Football Regulator is poised to reject calls from Kick It Out to take on a greater role in promoting equality, diversity and inclusion

‘The whole of New York is stressed right now’: how Knicks finals fever reached Rikers Island

Inside New York’s notorious jail complex, nearly 2,000 incarcerated people watched Game 1 together, arguing calls, roasting celebrity fans and sharing in a rare citywide moment

Iraola’s dynamic football will energise Liverpool despite worry over workload

Liverpool’s new manager achieved much at Bournemouth with a style reminiscent of Jürgen Klopp’s counterpress

Chess: Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hans Niemann tie grudge match in Belgrade

The Russian world title challenger and the controversial American have personal issues but similar ratings, and drew 4-4 with a win apiece and six draws

Cape Verde World Cup 2026 team guide

Blue Sharks are in uncharted waters, making their finals debut after a meteoric rise

Adam Silver ‘thrilled’ Trump will attend NBA finals at Madison Square Garden

Donald Trump says he plans to attend at least one NBA finals game at Madison Square Garden next week after being invited by Knicks owner James Dolan

Doski stunner earns Iraq draw against understrength Spain in World Cup warm-up

Merchas Doski’s 27th-minute goal gave Iraq a 1-1 draw in a friendly against Spain, who took the lead through Ferran Torres

Leeds end long wait for home victory against St Helens to build lead at top

Leeds ended their decade-long wait for a home victory over their great rivals St Helens to solidify their position at the Super League summit after a 24-16 win

Ollie Robinson feared he ‘was never playing for England again’ before stunning comeback

Ollie Robinson admitted he feared his England career was over after he delivered a stunning comeback to decimate New Zealand at Lord’s

Success amid chaos is pure Bazball but it is not enough to inspire belief in McCullum

While the England head coach had magic in his man-management, he might have run out of time with this team

Fans given life bans for Wembanyama selfie as NBA looks at Brunson incident

The NBA has banned two fans for life after an incident in which a man ran on to the court to take a selfie with Victor Wembanyama during Game 1 of the finals