QtrendsKroenke says 'sleeping giant' Arsenal awakened, targets Champions League glory
Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has declared the club a 'sleeping giant' now fully awakened, praising Mikel Arteta's rebuild that ended the 'banter era'. Kroenke emphasized the foundations are in place for sustained dominance, but urged further squad strengthening. Meanwhile, Arsenal prepare to face PSG in the Champions League final, with Arteta eyeing the title as the crowning achievement of his project.
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Top seed Jannik Sinner was knocked out of the French Open in the second round by Francisco Cerundolo, who recovered from two sets down. Sinner blamed illness and low energy for his sudden collapse, not the extreme heat on court. The defeat has blown the men's draw wide open and been described as a major wake-up call for the world No. 1.
The Independent published its ranking of the 50 greatest World Cup players of all time, placing Pele at No. 1 ahead of Maradona. The list has sparked debate, particularly over the criteria used and Cristiano Ronaldo's exclusion from the top 50. The editors explained their methodology, emphasizing World Cup performance over club achievements.
Iran is requesting multiple-entry US visas for its World Cup squad and staff, with the Iranian ambassador criticizing Washington over the issue. The dispute has escalated to involve FIFA, as Iran expects the governing body to facilitate visa arrangements. The row has drawn attention to diplomatic tensions between Tehran and Washington ahead of the tournament.