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South Africa mourns 25-year-old midfielder Jayden Adams after World Cup appearance
sports34 minutes ago

South Africa mourns 25-year-old midfielder Jayden Adams after World Cup appearance

South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams, 25, has died weeks after appearing at the World Cup; he played in all three group games before SA were eliminated by Canada. Police are investigating his death, with the cause unconfirmed. Minister Gayton McKenzie called it a shock and urged privacy for the family. Adams had joined Mamelodi Sundowns in 2025 and was part of SA’s AFCON 2024 semi-final squad before the World Cup.

via BBC|
#football#jayden-adams#mamelodi-sundowns
Norway vs England World Cup Quarter-Final: TV Channels, Streams & Kick-Off
world-cup3 hours ago

Norway vs England World Cup Quarter-Final: TV Channels, Streams & Kick-Off

Norway, led by Erling Haaland, meet England in the World Cup quarter-final in Miami on July 11 with a 5:00 PM local kick-off. In the U.S., fans can watch on FOX and Telemundo or stream via Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV and Peacock, with VPN tips provided for abroad access. England face a potential selection puzzle as Declan Rice’s illness casts doubt on his availability and Jarell Quansah misses through suspension, while Norway rely on depth beyond Haaland as they chase a historic upset.

via Goal.com|
#england#kick-off-time#norway
Deschamps confirms Mbappé ankle issue as France progress past Morocco
sports17 hours ago

Deschamps confirms Mbappé ankle issue as France progress past Morocco

France coach Didier Deschamps said Kylian Mbappé has a slight ankle issue after his late substitution against Morocco, while praising substitutes like Warren Zaire-Emery and Manu Kone for making an immediate impact. Deschamps highlighted three consecutive World Cup semi-finals for France, noted missed penalties and chances, and said the team will recover for the next opponent (Spain or Belgium) as Mbappé scored and France moved forward.

via Goal.com|
#deschamps#france#injury
FIFA's Hidden Disciplinary Panel Under Scrutiny Over Balogun Ban
football22 hours ago

FIFA's Hidden Disciplinary Panel Under Scrutiny Over Balogun Ban

FIFA’s 18-member disciplinary panel, chaired by Mohammad Al Kamali, operates largely in private and can rule alone, a setup critics say lacks transparency; its handling of Folarin Balogun’s one-match red-card ban—suspended after lobbying from President Donald Trump—plus historical decisions like Cristiano Ronaldo’s case, highlight questions about rule applications and the rarity of appeals, with many rulings never published publicly.

via Financial Times|
#balogun#disciplinary-committee#fifa
World Cup’s uneven footprint: Pioneer Square thrives while Seattle’s CID struggles
local1 day ago

World Cup’s uneven footprint: Pioneer Square thrives while Seattle’s CID struggles

Seattle experienced mixed World Cup effects: Pioneer Square businesses largely benefited, with reports like Turabi Rug Gallery selling over $10,000 to World Cup fans, while the Chinatown-International District saw declines (International Lobster Roll down 20–25% and Anh Ơi Bake Shop posting its worst sales days). Explanations split between insufficient CID marketing and lingering street issues at 12th and Jackson; some urge more signage and housing/services, others emphasize fans chasing crowds. Mayor Katie Wilson outlined a Unity Loop and promised stepped-up policing and services, but cautioned real change will take time. The piece also highlights reporter Cornelius Hocker’s new focus on social-media storytelling as he continues to cover these evolving local dynamics.

via KUOW|
#chinatown-international-district#local#pioneer-square