The Decathlon CMA CGM cycling structure officially established its professional women’s team on Wednesday, July 29, entering the elite peloton just three days before the start of the Tour de France Femmes. The announcement marks a major expansion for the French sporting goods retailer’s cycling project, aligning its men’s WorldTour and development programs with a … Read more
Kylian Mbappé published an open letter to French supporters titled “Merci.” reflecting on France’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Les Bleus fell 2-0 to eventual champions Spain in the semi-finals on July 14. Reflecting on a Defeat Against the Eventual Champions France’s campaign in the 2026 World Cup came to a halt … Read more
Spain Dominates France to Reach 2026 World Cup Final Spain secured a decisive victory over France in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending the French side’s pursuit of a third consecutive appearance in the tournament’s final match. The Spanish squad’s tactical control and offensive efficiency proved insurmountable for the reigning contenders, shifting … Read more
South African midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, the South African Ministry of Sport announced Saturday, July 11. Adams was a midfielder for the national team, known as Bafana Bafana, and started two matches during the 2026 World Cup, helping the team reach the round of 16 for the first time … Read more
Argentina secured a place in the quarter-finals of the ongoing international tournament after a 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt. Menés 2-0, ils sont passés près de la sortie, amis seront bien au rendez-vous du tour prochain. A Tactical Recovery Under Pressure The comeback effort was anchored by Lionel Messi, who served as the primary playmaker … Read more
England’s Tuchel Demands FIFA Move Photographers After Missing National Anthem Thomas Tuchel, England’s head coach, has publicly criticized FIFA for the placement of photographers during the national anthem, saying he could not see his players sing in the match against Croatia on June 17. The German tactician called for a change in protocol to ensure … Read more
Zackaria Dia’s 5.82-Meter Pole Vault Shatters Junior Records, Sets New Benchmark French junior pole vaulter Zackaria Dia cleared 5.82 meters at a national meeting on Sunday, June 14, marking the second-highest performance in junior history, according to the French Athletics Federation. The achievement places Dia just 1 centimeter behind the world junior record of 5.83 … Read more
Omar Abdulkadir Artan Refused Entry to U.S. Ahead of 2026 World Cup Despite Valid Visa, Fueled Diplomatic Tensions By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief, Archysport U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan at the Detroit–Windsor border crossing on June 10, 2024, despite his valid U.S. visa for the 2026 … Read more
World Cup 2026: England and Switzerland Face Major Disruptions Ahead of Tournament By Daniel Richardson | June 7, 2026 England and Switzerland are navigating significant external challenges near their pre-tournament training camps that could disrupt their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on June 11. While the England team is dealing … Read more
Althéa Laurin Facing Suspension: What We Know About the Taekwondo Champion’s Status In a development that has sent ripples through the international combat sports community, French taekwondo star Althéa Laurin finds herself at the center of a significant disciplinary investigation. Reports concerning a potential 20-month suspension issued by the French Agency for Anti-Doping (AFLD) have … Read more