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Brock Rechsteiner's rookie season has already started on the wrong foot. The New Orleans Saints receiver, and son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner, has been suspended for six games, the NFL announced on Thursday. The exact reason for his suspension is still unclear. Rechsteiner, who signed with the Saints after the draft in April as an undrafted free agent, has limited chances of making the...

The IV scandal is causing significant damage to the career of Ironi Tiberias star Guy Hadida, who scored 13 goals last season. The player is expected to seek a release once his disciplinary suspension is resolved.

Beitar Jerusalem returned Friday from Bucharest disappointed but determined. Almog Cohen and the staff have analyzed the 2:1 loss to Austria Vienna and are drawing conclusions ahead of Thursday's return leg in Vienna.

He was named MVP of the U18 European Championship, is projected in the top 3 of the upcoming NBA draft, and is considered a frightening combination of Dončić and an elite defender. Zeev Avrahami presents: the new phenomenon driving the basketball world crazy.

The friendly match between Monaco and Getafe on Thursday ended in a 1-0 victory for the hosts, but the evening at Stade Louis II will be remembered for a shocking tackle by Christian Mawissa on Chrisantus Uche. The Nigerian international, who returned to Getafe to lead the team this season, suffered a severe injury in the 78th minute. Getafe confirmed on Friday that the player has suffered...

Five days after officially terminating his contract with Maccabi Haifa, Matías Nahuel signed with the Malaysian champions, Johor. The player, who joined the Greens in September 2024, failed to meet expectations and became a free agent following a loan spell at Jagiellonia Białystok.

Jose Mourinho is making his mark at Real Madrid with strict new policies on nutrition, injury recovery, and discipline. Lateness now results in individual gym sessions, and players are required to arrive at the training facility one hour before activities begin.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva began preparations on Friday for one of the biggest weeks in its history, as it will play on Tuesday (21:00, Sport1) in Serbia at the Marakana stadium of Red Star Belgrade for the return leg of the Champions League third qualifying round. After a surprising 1:0 win in the home game held in Hungary, the players believe in their chances despite the fragile lead.

Nicolas Tagliafico, one of the few players who had not yet spoken following Argentina's loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, broke his silence on his Twitch channel. The 33-year-old defender reflected on the tournament and his future with the national team.

Midfielder Yuval Sade is on his way to becoming the first Israeli footballer to play in the Vietnamese league. The 26-year-old is currently in Hanoi with his agent Idan Ben Abu ahead of signing with Hanoi FC, coached by Australian Harry Kewell.

Will Roy Revivo complete his move to Elche this week? Media in Valencia have defined the coming days as decisive regarding the deal, given that the club's first offer of less than 2 million euros was rejected by Maccabi Tel Aviv. Since then, the offer has been improved to 3.3 million euros for the left-back, with Elche hoping to meet the demands of the "yellows".

The Hammers, interested in the Israel national team star, have submitted an 8-million-pound offer to Tottenham, with bonuses potentially increasing the total to 12-14 million. Also: the Spurs' demands, Solomon's salary, and expectations in England.

Liverpool is close to completing a deal to sign Barcelona and Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a one-season loan. The agreement includes a purchase option, and the 27-year-old is expected to join the squad this weekend.

The FVS system, which allows coaches to request a review of incidents, has officially entered use in the third league. Already on its debut evening, it led to a sending-off, a goal confirmation, and the cancellation of a second yellow card.

Andoni Iraola has never coached a major club, but he has left a mark at every stop. After stunning with Mirandes, promoting Rayo Vallecano, and leading Bournemouth to new heights, he arrives at Anfield with one mission: to return Liverpool to the top.

Against the backdrop of growing calls for his resignation as FIFA president, a report in the UK claims that the European organization paid a six-figure sum to a woman with whom Gianni Infantino had an affair while he served as the organization's general secretary. UEFA confirmed that severance and tuition fees were paid but claimed it was done according to regulations in force at the time...

The Israeli forward came on at the start of the second half, scoring the opening goal in the 78th minute and setting up Tiger Smalls in the 95th minute to secure a win that moves Charlotte closer to the Leagues Cup knockout stage.

Manor Solomon is expected to become West Ham's new player in the coming days. The relegated Premier League side resumed negotiations, reached an agreement with Tottenham regarding his purchase, and is set to complete the deal before the start of its season in the English second division.

Mario Chalmers, who won two championships with LeBron in Miami, compared the two and recalled an incident where he dared to call the superstar a "bitch".

Tyrese Asante gave an interview in the Netherlands and addressed his time with the yellow team: "The stadium here is full every week with 30,000 fans who scream for 90 minutes in every game; one time we lost and the training complex was full of angry fans." On the future: "In five years I will play in a top league."

The veteran forward is interested in teaming up again with his former Cleveland teammate, and his agent has already contacted the Sixers. The problem: the roster is full. Utah is also still in the picture.

Lucy Bronze has become the first English female footballer to publicly express support for the possibility of boycotting the World Cup as long as Gianni Infantino serves as FIFA president: "For the sake of the future of the game and all the children who will come after us."

In Spain, it is claimed that the midfielder spoke with the manager during their time together at Manchester City last season and heard from him that the Catalan club would be a better fit than Real Madrid.

A ticket to the men's basketball final will reach $3,350, a ticket to the opening ceremony will reach $5,519, and prices for gymnastics, athletics, and swimming are also sky-high.

Canadian giant Jérémy Gohier has moved to Nanterre, where the French star grew up, and declares without fear: "I want to play like him, shoot like him, and be better than him." The unusual story, the inevitable comparisons, and the potential that intrigues scouts.

Enes Kanter is planning a move intended to test the league's policy regarding transgender players: 'If simply declaring who you are is enough, then I meet every threshold requirement'.

On paper, the Brazilian, Diomande, and Mbappe make up a lethal and frightening trio, but without the ball it could turn into a big problem — one that might make him kick himself for not arriving at the perfect situation that awaited at Arsenal.

Dejan Stankovic will rotate the squad in the league to give his stars a rest before Tuesday: "A loss we didn't expect and apparently weren't ready for."

In the US, several candidates that might sign the veteran star were reviewed, but according to ESPN, the most likely option remains Sacramento. The point guard is taking his time.

Last season, the American (29, 2.08m) averaged 10.2 points and 7.1 rebounds per game in China: "The third summer we are trying to bring him."

The Maccabi Tel Aviv player gave an interview to the Dutch media and emphasized: "I will not make a hasty decision, I am happy here. I think I can go very far."

Association president Claudio Tapia made it clear that no pressure will be applied on the 39-year-old star to continue until the 2028 Copa America: "Let him continue to enjoy football and decide what is right for him." And what about Scaloni?

After a stormy welcome in Turkey, the Egyptian star was surprised by an extraordinary gesture from the mayor of Trabzon, who gave him a plot of land: "Turkey will be less affected by global warming. A wonderful place for your children and grandchildren."

Despite initial reports that a 45-million-euro bid was rejected, sources in Spain now claim Manchester City has agreed to a 50-million-euro deal. The midfielder is expected to sign officially next week.

The Russian Football Union retains its voting rights in FIFA presidential elections, despite the suspension of its national teams from international tournaments. Gianni Infantino, currently running unopposed, has previously expressed support for reviewing the ban on Russia.

The team led by Dor Russo and Asaf Siton defeated Austria 31:22 and will face North Macedonia on Sunday in the battle for ninth place. Yonatan Pelach excelled with 15 goals.

20-year-old Maya Bachar won a silver medal at the Adult Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Abu Dhabi, marking a successful debut in the adult category. Bachar reached the final, where she faced the world champion from the UAE in a match decided only in the final seconds.

The WTA announced that all players will be required to undergo genetic testing, a move that is sparking debate on the tour. Aryna Sabalenka supported it, Elena Rybakina was reserved, and Coco Gauff warned against turning the issue into a tool to attack the transgender community.

The Premier League champion will utilize the option granted by the League Administration to teams reaching decisive European matches. The encounter against Hapoel Haifa was scheduled between two playoff games that will determine the team's European campaign.

As revealed on ynet, the Jewish-American businessman purchased half of Udi and Shie Recanati's holdings for $50 million, and he now holds 29% of the club's shares. The remaining shareholders have 30 days to exercise their right of first refusal and effectively cancel the deal.