Harry Kane in the news as Bayern push for big wins while looming 2026 World Cup storylines swirl around him; English captain, top striker. Born 1993. Bayern, England captain.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11 across North America, with 48 teams and 104 matches. While most venues are prepared, infrastructure challenges remain, and Iran's potential withdrawal due to US tensions raises concerns about tournament integrity and participation.
Liverpool overturned a first-leg deficit with goals from Szoboszlai, Ekitike, Gravenberch, and Salah, setting up a quarter-final against PSG. The match featured key injuries, missed chances, and Salah's 50th Champions League goal. Liverpool's win signals a resurgence ahead of their next challenge.
Panini has released its largest-ever World Cup sticker album for the United States, Canada and Mexico tournament, with 980 stickers across 112 pages. The price of a pack is 1.25 pounds in the UK; collectors face a potentially high outlay to complete the set, with special stickers and a growing vintage market highlighted by headlines from Wembley launch events.
Paris Saint-Germain has beaten Bayern Munich 5-4 in a high-octane Champions League semi-final first leg. Harry Kane leads a late fightback, while the tie remains open ahead of the return leg at the Allianz Arena.
Germany has named Manuel Neuer in its 26-man World Cup squad, marking a return from international retirement for the 40-year-old goalkeeper. Nagelsmann has named a trio of keepers, with Neuer as No. 1, while Bayern Munich aims for a domestic double with the Cup final against Stuttgart imminent.
Harry Maguire has been left out of Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England World Cup squad announced for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 33‑year‑old centre back has said he is "shocked and gutted"; Tuchel has defended selections and emphasised team cohesion.
Nigel Farage has been pressed to explain a £5 million gift from Thai-based crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, which he says paid for personal security. The gift was not declared before his 2024 election, and authorities are examining the matter as part of ongoing scrutiny of his finances.