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Paris Saint-Germain are close to signing Ferran Torres from Barcelona for around €50m (£43m), with the Spain forward missing training to finalise the move after a productive season at Barça; Torres would bolster PSG's attacking options as they reinforce this summer.
Opta’s 25,000-simulation supercomputer places France as the favorite to win the 2026 World Cup (27.3%), with Spain (21.3%) and England (16.5%) also strong as the quarterfinals arrive. Argentina sits at 17.3%, while dark horses Norway (6.6%) and Morocco (3.7%) remain in contention alongside Switzerland (3.8%) and Belgium (3.6%). The analysis highlights Spain’s solid defense, potential semi paths (including a possible Spain–France clash), and how the field’s narrowing reshapes odds compared to pre-tournament forecasts.
BBC Sport highlights five Ghana players to watch vs England in the 2026 World Cup: Antoine Semenyo leads the threat with his club-form pace, Caleb Yirenkyi shines as a young box-to-box midfielder, Jordan Ayew captains and aims for World Cup goals, Brandon Thomas-Asante brings Championship scoring form and versatility, and Kamaldeen Sulemana offers speed with potential for more end product. Under new coach Carlos Queiroz after Otto Addo’s dismissal, these players shape Ghana’s challenge in the England clash.
Reports suggest the Eagles are near trading AJ Brown to the Patriots, with a June 2 earliest confirmation, while Philadelphia has bolstered its WR corps with Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore, Dontayvion Wicks, Makai Lemon, and Brandon Hayes. Brown’s absence from a schedule reveal fuels trade chatter, and Drake Maye would gain a high-end target on a revamped offense if the deal goes through.
Real Madrid secured a spot in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after a thrilling 1-1 draw with Manchester City, winning 4-3 on penalties. Andriy Lunin shone with a perfect 10 rating, while players like Dani Carvajal, Rudiger, and Nacho delivered standout performances. Despite some struggles, the team's defensive efforts and moments of brilliance from players like Fede Valverde and Rodrygo ultimately secured their advancement.
Mikel Arteta's tactical changes against Aston Villa, including using Zinchenko at left-back and Havertz in an attacking-midfield role, had merit as they caused problems for Villa's defense in the first half. However, Arsenal failed to capitalize on these opportunities and ultimately lost the game in the second half. Arteta's substitutions and the team's finishing were questioned, but the result may have cost Arsenal the title.
Chelsea staged a dramatic comeback to beat Manchester United 4-3, with Cole Palmer scoring a hat trick, including a stoppage-time winner, to secure the latest winning goal in Premier League history. The victory lifted Chelsea to 10th in the Premier League, while United suffered another late setback, leaving them chasing qualification for the Champions League.
Real Madrid secures a 4-0 victory against Celta Vigo in the 2024 La Liga match. Standout performances include Lucas Vázquez's impressive display as a right winger, Rudiger's impactful goals from corner kicks, and stellar showings from midfielders Eduardo Camavinga and Luka Modric. Vinicius Junior continues his goal-scoring form, while substitutes Arda Guler and Dani Ceballos make notable contributions as well.
Real Madrid drew 1-1 with RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Andriy Lunin made crucial saves, while Toni Kroos excelled in midfield. Fede Valverde and Rodrygo provided attacking impetus off the bench, with Vinicius Junior scoring the opener. However, defensive lapses and a lack of cutting edge in attack led to a disappointing result for Real Madrid.
The Las Vegas Raiders are on the lookout for a new starting quarterback and are considering various options including top college prospects like Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, as well as veterans like Kirk Cousins and Russell Wilson. The team may need to trade up in the draft to secure their preferred choice, and there's also the possibility of exploring the free agency market for a solution.
In the 2-2 draw between Valencia and Real Madrid, Vinicius Junior stood out with a goal and an assist, while Carvajal's mistake led to Valencia's second goal. Kroos had an uncharacteristically poor performance, while Modric and Brahim Diaz made positive impacts off the bench.
Valencia and Real Madrid played to a 2-2 draw, with Vinícius Júnior scoring both goals for Real Madrid. The first half saw Valencia take a 2-0 lead before Vinícius Júnior pulled one back just before halftime. The second half saw Madrid improve, with Vinícius Júnior scoring again to level the match. There was penalty drama in extra time as Valencia were denied a penalty by VAR, and the match ended 2-2, with Real Madrid dropping two points away from home.
The New England Patriots are considering several options to improve their quarterback position in free agency, including Kirk Cousins, Jacoby Brissett, Tyrod Taylor, Joe Flacco, and Baker Mayfield. Cousins, despite his age and recent injury, is seen as the best available quarterback and could provide an immediate upgrade for the team. Brissett and Taylor offer experience and versatility, while Flacco's potential availability and past performance make him an affordable option. Mayfield, who had a successful season with the Buccaneers, could be a pricey but intriguing target, especially given his history with the Patriots' new offensive coordinator. Other potential targets include Sam Darnold, Gardner Minshew, Josh Dobbs, Ryan Tannehill, Drew Lock, and Jimmy Garoppolo.
The Buffalo Bills are currently over the 2024 salary cap and need to clear significant space to be compliant and potentially sign free agents. A series of restructuring and pay cut proposals for key players, including Josh Allen, Dawson Knox, and Tre'Davious White, could create up to $12 million in cap space, with potential for more if additional moves are made. The article also discusses potential contract extensions for Rasul Douglas and Mitch Morse, as well as the decision not to restructure Tyler Bass's contract.
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sevilla in the 2024 La Liga, with player ratings reflecting a solid team performance. Despite a disallowed goal, Lucas Vazquez impressed, while Luka Modric made a significant impact off the bench, scoring a stunning goal to secure the win.