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The announcement was made by World Netball, confirming the venue for the sport's pinnacle event. Hosting the Netball World Cup boosts the sport's profile in the UK and could inspire a new generation of players, especially with the event in a major city like Manchester.
Ex-England rugby captain Lawrence Dallaglio is selling his 2003 World Cup winner's medal after being declared bankrupt. Meanwhile, Scotland's Billy Gilmour opens up about the pain of missing the football World Cup, and India and West Indies prepare for the 2027 cricket World Cup.
England winger Bukayo Saka says the team still carries the 'scar' from their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina. Meanwhile, Australia's cricket team begins its World Cup title defense with an ODI against South Africa.
Joshua Kushner expressed regret over his involvement in FIFA's scrapped plan to sell stakes in the World Cup after facing backlash. A Gilas Pilipinas vs Iran Fiba World Cup qualifier is live in Canada.
Andy Burnham has stated his desire to bring the men's FIFA World Cup to the United Kingdom in 2042, marking the tournament's first return to British shores in nearly eight decades. The proposal was raised during informal discussions with the Prime Minister at No 10 North in Manchester.
John Swinney defended £45,000 business-class flights to the World Cup as part of nearly £100,000 in official visits. Argentina's Leandro Paredes received a 10-match ban for post-final clashes, and Cristiano Ronaldo debuted a honey-blonde hairstyle.
India faces Pakistan in a critical FIH Men's Hockey World Cup match, with knockout stakes and national pride on the line. Meanwhile, Premier League chief Richard Masters accuses FIFA of self-destructing over its World Cup sell-off plan.
A senior adviser to FIFA president Gianni Infantino resigned after the Asian Football Confederation joined UEFA and CONCACAF in opposing controversial investment proposals. The escalating conflict raises questions about Infantino's leadership and the future of the World Cup as UEFA threatens a boycott.
FIFA abandoned its plan to sell stakes in major competitions after opposition from UEFA, AFC, and internal officials. The proposal faced strong criticism from FIFA's chief operating officer and led to a senior adviser's resignation.
