Asian Games football: India teams left out of final draw despite qualification

• The U.S. is currently experiencing an "embarrassment of riches" with a dense concentration of high-profile sporting events occurring simultaneously this summer. • Key matchups include a Wimbledon semifinal between world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, a World Cup quarterfinal between Spain and Belgium, and a full slate of MLB games.

• Indian badminton players Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty were eliminated in the first round of the Japan Open. • Ayush Shetty suffered a defeat against Thailand's second seed, Kunlavut Vitidsarn, while Lakshya Sen also exited early following a match against Koki Watanabe.

• The DAIHATSU Japan Open 2026, a BWF Super 750 event, has commenced at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium featuring elite global badminton players. • The tournament offers a total prize purse of USD 950,000 and provides critical BWF World Ranking points for the competitors.

• The Los Angeles Times has released a comprehensive TV and streaming schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times for the semifinals. • Key player performances are highlighted, such as Jude Bellingham matching Harry Kane with six goals and becoming the first player since Diego Maradona in 1986 to score twice in consecutive knockout games.

• The Indian junior women’s hockey team concluded its exposure-cum-competition tour of the UK, recording three wins and four losses. • This tour served as critical preparation for the upcoming Women’s Junior Asia Cup, which will take place in Moqi, China.

• Nepal and Hong Kong, China, are facing off in the final of the Asian Games Men's T20I Qualifier for 2026. • The match is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights via Cricbuzz for viewers in the USA and Canada.

• Spain has advanced to the 2026 World Cup final after defeating France in a semi-final match. • Spain secured their victory by scoring two goals, eliminating France from the tournament.

• Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were forced to exit the Japan Open 2026 in the men's doubles first round. • The exit occurred after a recurring shoulder injury affected Satwik, the same issue that had previously sidelined the pair from four tournaments.

• ESPN analyzes the USMNT's recent World Cup struggles, questioning whether the team's failures are due to systemic issues or simply a lack of luck. • The piece argues against the common belief that a complete overhaul of U.S. youth development is the only solution to improve international performance.

• France and Spain are set to face each other in a high-stakes World Cup semi-final match hosted at AT&T Stadium near Dallas. • The preview analyzes current team form, key players, and tactical predictions to determine who will advance to the final.

• Arsenal FC has reportedly completed a "done deal" for an undisclosed player as the summer transfer window continues. • Manchester United is reportedly arranging a medical for Youri Tielemans, while talks are ongoing regarding Bruno Guimaraes and Julian Alvarez.