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World Cup 2026 build-up dominates as tournament approaches with full fixtures released. Arne Slot sacked by Liverpool after underwhelming season. Victor Wembanyama leads San Antonio Spurs to NBA Western Conference Finals victory, setting up a Finals showdown. PSG's Champions League triumph marred by widespread riots and hundreds of arrests across France. Roland Garros sees massive upsets as defending champion Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic both eliminated.

World Cup 2026 build-up begins as fixtures released

World Cup 2026 build-up begins as fixtures releasedWith the 2026 World Cup approaching, CNN has launched a bracket for fans to make predictions. The Independent outlines five key factors teams must master to succeed in the tournament. Full fixtures, venues, and kick-off times have also been released, building anticipation for the global event.

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Make your 2026 World Cup predictions with CNN’s bracket (CNN)
The five things teams must master to win World Cup 2026 (The Independent)
World Cup 2026 fixtures: Full schedule, venues and kick-off times (The Independent)

Arne Slot sacked as Liverpool manager after difficult season

Arne Slot sacked as Liverpool manager after difficult seasonLiverpool have parted ways with manager Arne Slot following a disappointing campaign. Sky Sports reports that incoming manager Andoni Iraola carries risk for the club. In his farewell remarks, Slot stated he leaves Liverpool 'exactly where it belongs,' while acknowledging the connection with the club 'goes beyond football.'

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Sacked Slot says Liverpool connection 'goes beyond football' (Sky Sports)
Iraola comes with risk for Liverpool – but Slot had to go (Sky Sports)
I leave Liverpool exactly where it belongs - Slot (BBC)

Wembanyama leads Spurs to NBA Western Conference Finals title

Wembanyama leads Spurs to NBA Western Conference Finals titleVictor Wembanyama has fulfilled a 'childhood dream' after leading the San Antonio Spurs to victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. The French star scored 22 points in a dominant performance. Wembanyama credited coach Gregg Popovich, whose guidance was vital to the Spurs' playoff run.

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Victor Wembanyama’s respect for Gregg Popovich is clear. And Pop was vital to Spurs’ NBA Finals run (AP News)
Wembanyama eyes ‘childhood dream’ after helping Spurs stun Thunder in NBA playoffsFrenchman’s 22-point haul is cornerstone of another superb display as San Antonio stun reigning champions to clinch Western Conference Finals. (SCMP)
Wembanyama eyes ‘childhood dream’ after Spurs win NBA Western Conference Finals (Arab News)

PSG Champions League win sparks riots across France

PSG Champions League win sparks riots across FranceParis Saint-Germain's Champions League victory was overshadowed by violent clashes across the French capital. Hundreds of rioters were arrested nationwide as celebrations turned destructive. The French government faces scrutiny over crowd control failures amid rising tensions in Paris and other cities.

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French capital hosts Paris Saint-Germain parade after clashes marred Champions League win (AP News)
France arrests hundreds of rioters nationwide as PSG win Champions League (Al Jazeera)
Paris celebrates PSG's Chamipons League triumph amid riot recriminations (Arab News)
Hundreds arrested as clashes erupt in Paris amid PSG victory (Arab News)

Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic stunned in Roland Garros upsets

Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic stunned in Roland Garros upsetsRoland Garros has been rocked by major upsets as defending champion Coco Gauff was eliminated early. Teenager Joao Fonseca stunned Novak Djokovic in another shocking result. Meanwhile, tournament organizers announced they will fine a Paraguayan player for making a sexist remark toward a chair umpire.

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Defending champion Coco Gauff bounced from Roland Garros in another shock upset (CNN)
Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire (CNN)
Teenager João Fonseca stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset (CNN)