Ahead of the decisive match in Group L, Ghana's head coach Carlos Queiroz declared that his team will draw on the national spirit of the entire country to take on title contenders England.

The 2026 League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational is just five days away from the play-in stage. Recently, domestic media shared an interview with BLG's top laner and support after their championship win. Bin declared: "The goal for MSI is to win the title. We just need to keep winning." Additionally, Bin was asked which is more important for a pro player: talent or hard work. Bin replied: "Both are important, but hard work is simpler. Talent depends on luck."

In a crucial Group I match of the World Cup on June 23, Beijing time, Norway defeated Senegal 3-2, securing their spot in the knockout stage alongside France with one game to spare. Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, valued at €200 million, scored a brace for the second consecutive match. In the opening round of this World Cup, Haaland had already netted twice in the first half against Iraq.

On June 23, Beijing time, the second round of Group I and Group J matches took place in the World Cup group stage. On this matchday, three megastars—Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland—each scored a brace and helped their teams secure group-stage qualification with one match to spare.

MU has achieved a significant milestone in its £2 billion new stadium project, having officially completed the purchase of most of the land required for the development, which is expected to become the "Wembley of the North of England."

Manchester United has confirmed that they will officially announce Ederson's transfer immediately after his World Cup campaign with Brazil ends. The club has reached an agreement with Atalanta for a fee of £39 million (€45 million), making him Carrick's first summer signing. The 26-year-old Ederson made his World Cup debut as a substitute in Brazil's 3-0 group stage victory over Haiti.

The 2026 NBA Draft will begin at 8:00 AM Beijing time on June 24. Unlike recent years, this draft carries more uncertainty, with even the most basic question—who goes first overall—still undecided. The Athletic has outlined five key questions to preview the draft: 1. Who will the Washington Wizards select with the No. 1 pick? Over the past six months, the Wizards have quickly become one of the most talked-about teams in the league.

In the second round of Group I at the World Cup, which concluded on June 23 Beijing time, France defeated Iraq 3-0, securing an early group-stage advancement with two consecutive wins. In the match, the 27-year-old Mbappé once again delivered a brace, marking his second straight game with two goals in this tournament.

Lionel Messi once again played the hero, scoring both goals to help defending champions Argentina defeat Austria 2-0 and secure all three points.

The Group I World Cup 2026 match between France and Iraq, scheduled for 4:00 AM on June 23, was postponed by organizers at halftime due to heavy rain.