Being a top medal contender at the Olympics is no longer enough, it seems, as China rolls out a new five-year blueprint to take its overall sporting prowess, on and off the field of play, to new heights.
China advanced to the semifinals after a thrilling five-set victory over the United States at the women's Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Finals on Thursday.
Luka Modric will continue his playing career with AC Milan, as the Croatia veteran signed a new contract with the Rossoneri, the club confirmed on Thursday.
Barcelona has suffered a major injury setback after confirming Thursday that Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong sustained a knee injury during the 2026 FIFA World Cup that could keep him sidelined for several months.
Inter Miami said Wednesday it completed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro as a free agent, adding one of the biggest names in world football to a squad that already features Lionel Messi.
China's Olympic champions Sheng Lihao and Zhang Changhong secured a one-two finish in the men's 10-meter air rifle final as the ISSF World Cup opened in Hangzhou on Wednesday.
Thailand's second seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn suffered a shock first-round defeat, while China's Wang Zhiyi secured a hard-fought comeback victory at the badminton China Open on Wednesday.
Spain midfielder Gavi said on Wednesday that he did not believe Argentina's Leandro Paredes should be banned for his role in the incidents that followed Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final.
Spain, France and Argentina lead the FIFA World Cup 2026 Dream Team, with eight players from these nations joined by three more footballers recognized for their outstanding performances on the world’s biggest stage.
Spain returned to the top of the FIFA rankings on Monday after going unbeaten at the 2026 World Cup, where it won seven matches and drew one en route to its second world title.
China women's volleyball head coach Zhao Yong said on Tuesday that his team is in good condition and will be fully prepared for the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Finals, which begin in Macao on Wednesday.
FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Tuesday that the club will officially announce the signing of German forward Karim Adeyemi from Bundesliga giant Dortmund on Wednesday, when the player will also be presented to fans and the media.
Top Chinese badminton players Shi Yuqi and Chen Yufei advanced to the round of 16 as the 2026 China Open began in Changzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, on Tuesday.