World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: England takes third, but Mbappe passes Messi

The 2026 FIFA World Cup continued on Saturday as England took the third-place game with a wild and chaotic win over France.

France star Kylian Mbappe breaks World Cup career goals mark

World Cup 2026: Where the final could be won or lost

How Argentina earned its spot in the final

...and how Spain earned its spot

Update on if air quality issues, smoke could impact World Cup final emerges

Mauricio Pochettino reveals update about uncertain USMNT future

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Raiders could trade Fernando Mendoza for massive return

The Las Vegas Raiders literally just drafted quarterback Fernando Mendoza, and he's seen as the future for this team. So why would the Raiders trade Mendoza.

Insider shares warning for Raiders about Mendoza, Kirk Cousins decision

Tom Brady has one clear challenge for Mendoza

Maxx Crosby's updated trade value might reignite a bidding war

Kyler Murray facing big roadblock to win Vikings' QB1 job

Lions could get a boatload for Aidan Hutchinson trade

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 19

Yankees make expected Aaron Judge move official

The New York Yankees did not receive good news regarding outfielder Judge on Friday.

Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Yankees’ Aaron Boone regrets trusting Gerrit Cole in loss

Could Yankees trade for power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Yankees make decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / July 18

Ian Rapoport gives grim update on Baker Mayfield's contract talks

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are less than two weeks away from the start of training camp. That means the clock is ticking, and Baker Mayfield still hasn't gotten the deal he's looking for.

Adam Schefter shares update on Buccaneers, Mayfield contract standoff

Jon Gruden gives Buccaneers some major Mayfield advice

Mayfield admission may explain Buccaneers' alleged concerns

Insider raises major question about Panthers QB Bryce Young

One key question facing each team as NFL training camps open

Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 18

Analyzing Connor Bedard's contract extension with Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks made their most significant (and important) move of the offseason on Saturday when they signed restricted free agent forward Connor Bedard to a five-year, $75 million contract. It comes with a $15 million salary cap number per season.

Bedard extension is a win-win deal

Trevor Zegras' new contract with Flyers sign of rising salaries in NHL

Flyers sign defenseman Jamie Drysdale to four-year contract

Anthony Mantha leaves Penguins to sign with division rival

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

NHL franchises facing the most pressure to win Stanley Cup in 2027

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 18

Tempo's Sandy Brondello sends apology to Angel Reese for comment during game against Dream

Brondello has apologized to Reese for a phrase she used while referencing Reese during Friday evening's game.

WNBA suspends Tempo HC for controversial Reese remark

Dream ride balanced attack to take down Tempo

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA history with performance vs. Storm

Clark: 'No way' I was leaving court during 4Q of Fever win over Storm

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar gives Clark a reality check: 'It's an insult'

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 18

One key family member might lead LeBron James to the Warriors

Given his family's dynamics, the Warriors might hold a big edge over their competitors.

LeBron reveals what he wants from his new team

LeBron hints at timeline for decision

LeBron's agent has one demand about possible signing with Warriors

One team has a strong case to sign LeBron

LeBron is holding the NBA hostage again

Adam Silver admits LeBron is impacting the NBA’s scheduling

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 18

Unreal Red Sox run continues with comeback win over Rays

Nothing is stopping the Boston Red Sox. On Saturday, the Sox extended their win streak to 12 games. What's amazing is how they did it.

Wilyer Abreu approaching MLB history

Twins blow late comeback attempt with pathetic baserunning mistakes

Head-shaking moment delays Reds finalizing Chase Burns' contract

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to five-year contract extension

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

Braves' Chris Sale continues to defy age with stellar ERA

Golf News / Yardbarker / July 18

McIlroy rips 'performative' DeChambeau following Open Championship third round

Rory McIlroy rips 'performative' Bryson DeChambeau following Open Championship third round

McIlroy held nothing back when blasting a "performative" Bryson DeChambeau following the third round at The 154th Open Championship.

DeChambeau penalized two strokes at The Open for improving lie

DeChambeau is fired up after penalty

After flip-out, DeChambeau walks back threat to quit The Open

Historic stretch leaves Sam Burns close to first major championship

Adam Scott wins inaugural R&A Spirit of Golf award

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 18

Chiefs' Tyreek Hill reunion can still happen under one condition

For years, Tyreek Hill's return to Missouri has been considered a strong possibility. What are the chances for this season?

Justin Jefferson is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Adam Schefter has more bad news for WR Brandon Aiyuk

WR Stefon Diggs might not be done tormenting the Bills

Five ideal landing spots for Diggs

Ideal landing spots for five NFL big-name free agents

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 18

Chandler Smith dominates NASCAR Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro

Smith decimated the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series field on Saturday, winning the the FaithFest 250 at North Wilkesboro Speedway after leading 105 of 250 laps.

Layne Riggs finishes runner-up at North Wilkesboro, extends points lead

Chandler Smith trending in right direction in Truck Series title fight

What the Truck Series Chase bubble looks like after North Wilkesboro

Ryan Blaney on pole for Window World 450

Christopher Bell fastest in Cup Series practice at North Wilkesboro

Ross Chastain dealt crippling penalty ahead of North Wilkesboro race

Entertainment

22 of the most anticipated movie releases in 2025

The most notable movies turning 50 in 2025

30 beloved ‘90s movies that turn 30 in 2025

Notable concert tours to look forward to in 2025

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 18

WNBA suspends Tempo HC for controversial Angel Reese remark

WNBA suspends Tempo HC Sandy Brondello for controversial Angel Reese remark

Slow to address past controversies, the WNBA offered a prompt response to Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello's problematic comment directed at Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese during Friday's 111-92 Dream win.

Tempo's Sandy Brondello sends apology to Angel Reese for comment during game against Dream

Dream ride balanced attack to take down Tempo

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA history with dominant performance vs. Storm

Caitlin Clark: 'No way' I was leaving court during 4Q of Fever win over Storm

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

Golf News / Yardbarker / July 18

Historic stretch leaves Sam Burns on brink of first major championship

Sam Burns turned up the heat on the competition during moving day at The 154th Open Championship. On Saturday, the 2026 U.S. Open runner-up made history by completing the lowest total score (127) in consecutive rounds in major history.

Chasing first major title, Sam Burns holds two-shot lead at The Open

Bryson DeChambeau is fired up following two-stroke penalty

Rory McIlroy rips 'performative' Bryson DeChambeau following Open Championship third round

The 'Winners of the 2005 sports season' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / July 18

Head-shaking moment holds up Reds finalizing Chase Burns' contract

The news about a new contract for Chase Burns has been out there for a while. However, a mishap on Saturday morning at Coors Field caused the contract signing to take even a little bit longer to become a reality.

Reds sign Burns to historic new deal

Reds' Sal Stewart sheds light on Dave Roberts' All-Star Game quote

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to five-year contract extension

How Kevin Gausman could be Blue Jays' top trade candidate

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 18

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA history with dominant performance vs. Storm

No stranger to making history, Caitlin Clark put together a performance never before seen in a WNBA game on Friday night.

Clark hints at frustration with Fever

WNBA under fire for 'disrespectful' behavior toward Clark

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar gives Clark a reality check: 'It's an insult'

Are off-court distractions sapping Clark's three-point shooting?

Adam Silver says Clark has become 'political football'

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The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 18

World Cup 2026: Where the final could be won or lost

The 2026 World Cup is coming to a close after churning through six weeks, 46 teams and 103 games since its launch in June. Just two teams — Argentina and Spain — remain.

Spain vs. Argentina: Everything to know about 2026 World Cup final

How Argentina earned its spot in the final

...and how Spain earned its spot

Update on if air quality issues, smoke could impact World Cup final emerges

Mauricio Pochettino reveals update about uncertain USMNT future

Deion Branch News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most catches in the NFL playoffs' quiz

How many of the NFL players to catch at least 60 passes in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

Soccer News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

How many of the countries to win the most prestigious tournament in all of soccer can you name in five minutes?

The 'FIFA World Cup hosts' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz

The 'UEFA Euro Champion' quiz

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / July 17

Cardinals exec suspended indefinitely for violating NFL gambling policy

Cardinals executive suspended indefinitely for violating NFL gambling policy

As legalized sports gambling continues to grow, it is inevitable that issues are going to keep happening with the teams, players and personnel involved in the leagues.

Insider shares update on Jacoby Brissett, Carson Beck QB uncertainty

Should Beck be the Cardinals’ starting QB Week 1?

Cris Carter seems to have strong favorite for Vikings' QB competition

Jon Gruden gives Buccaneers some major Baker Mayfield advice

Tom Brady has one clear challenge for Raiders' Fernando Mendoza

C.J. Stroud gets bad news from NFL teams amid uncertainty about future

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 17

LeBron James shares possible tease about next team, hints at timeline for decision

For the second day in a row, pockets of basketball fans and others flocked to the Fanatics Fest event held in New York City on Friday to see if James would confirm where he will (likely) end his NBA playing career.

LeBron reveals what he wants from his new team

LeBron's agent has one demand about possible signing with Warriors

LeBron is holding the entire NBA hostage again

Only one team makes sense for LeBron

Lakers' pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga depends on someone else

Golf News / Yardbarker / July 18

Bryson DeChambeau's penalty leaves big question mark at The Open

The first two rounds of The Open Championship have been something of a good news/bad news situation for Bryson DeChambeau.

DeChambeau penalized two strokes at The Open for improving lie

DeChambeau is fired up after penalty

DeChambeau's 'strategic' Open first round a rebuke of pre-tourney criticism

Jon Rahm warned after tossing club at Royal Birkdale

Lucas Herbert rides 62 to Open lead midway through second round

Watch: Jerry Rice chases down heckler at golf tournament

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 17

Bill Belichick sends strong message about North Carolina football's progress

The North Carolina football team is entering a critical phase of growth under second-year head coach Bill Belichick. The legendary coach recently outlined the clear strides his program has made heading into the upcoming 2026 season after a challenging inaugural season at the helm in Chapel Hill.

Belichick reveals what he learned in his first year at North Carolina

Paul Finebaum goes off on ‘stupid’ Dabo Swinney

Analyst explains why 2026 is so important for Swinney, Clemson

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to follow Curt Cignetti approach to a title

Miami's Darian Mensah perfectly explains NIL, transfer portal era

Brian Kelly not counting out a return to college football

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Help is on the way for Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees.

Updates on Lindor, Bo Bichette emerge after bombshell report

Mets, Clay Holmes to begin contract extension talks

Francisco Alvarez may finally be living up to top prospect billing for Mets

Juan Soto breaks MLB record with trio of walks in Mets' win

Former Met says team was using expensive AI program to call pitches

Aaron Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Los Angeles FC News / Yardbarker / July 17

Mauricio Pochettino reveals major update about uncertain USMNT future

During a Thursday appearance on Spanish radio Cadena Cope, Pochettino offered an update on his status.

Update on USMNT star Christian Pulisic possibly joining MLS revealed

Matt Freese opens up about criticism of USMNT World Cup play

Tim Ream responds to Folarin Balogun comments about red-card controversy

Spain vs. Argentina: Everything to know about 2026 World Cup final

How Spain earned its spot in the final

...and how Argentina earned its spot

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / July 17

Maxx Crosby's updated trade value might reignite a bidding war

Crosby is back in Sin City and fully expected to be a Raider at the start of the season, though that doesn't mean other teams won't try to pry him away at some point in the campaign.

Crosby seems to drop major hint about future amid trade rumors

Raiders could trade Fernando Mendoza for massive return

NFL insider expands on warning for Raiders about starting QB decision

Report reveals when Aaron Donald could make final Rams decision

Dion Dawkins explains why playing with Josh Allen 'absolutely sucks'

Former All-Pro RB Chris Johnson earns high honor from Titans

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / July 17

Jalen Brunson shares warning for Knicks about trying to repeat as NBA champions

Star guard Jalen Brunson and other members of the New York Knicks are on top of the basketball world while spending the summer celebrating their NBA Finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

Brunson reveals when wrist pain started during NBA championship run

Karl-Anthony Towns facing roadblock in Knicks contract extension

Towns takes a swipe at Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson during ESPYs

Trae Young drops hint about Wizards’ chances to keep Anthony Davis

Raptors' rookie Allen Graves shows off skills in Summer League win