Sports·2026-06-12T00:02:08+00:00
From near death to World Cup hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico
Everyone there [at Wolves] loved him, the whole club wanted him to do well and the whole club was invested for him to get back so it was very emotional, not only because of his career, but also because he is such a loving character. He was so invested in the club, the city and his family felt like it was home, that's why I feel they will be delighted to be going back there." But, before Jimenez will be back in the West Midlands, he has further chances to score more World Cup goals in his home country, with Mexico already in.
BBC Sport
Sports·2026-06-11T23:13:18+00:00
Three red cards - are referees getting tough at this World Cup?
In the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0, with three players receiving red cards. South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane were sent off, along with Mexico's Cesar Montes in stoppage time. This marks a significant increase in red cards compared to recent tournaments, where only four were issued in total during the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.
BBC Sport
Sports·2026-06-11T22:37:28+00:00
IND vs AFG: Who will be India’s next spin-bowling all-rounder?
Harsh Dubey and Washington Sundar are among the candidates who have a chance to make a case in India’s upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan.
Sportstar - Cricket
