World Cup 2026: Who's in, where to watch, betting odds, schedules and more - Newsday

• Manchester United is reportedly monitoring several high-profile targets, including Rafael Leao, Vinicius Jr, and Elliot Anderson, as they look to strengthen the squad. • According to Sport Bild, United may submit an offer this summer for a Dortmund centre-back, whose future is currently the subject of intense speculation.

• FIFA will host the 2026 World Cup, marking the largest tournament in the organization's history. • The event will be the first time the United States hosts the World Cup since 1994, expanding the scale of the competition.

• Spain is currently regarded as the team to beat heading into the World Cup due to their dominant performance over the last two years. • Under manager Luis de la Fuente, the "red machine" has established a level of tactical superiority that poses a significant challenge to the other 47 competing nations.

• Over 250 athletes have been provisionally selected to represent Singapore at the 2026 Asian Games. • The provisional squad includes high-profile stars such as badminton player Loh Kean Yew, the Quah siblings, and defending champions Shanti Pereira and Ryan Lo.

• On June 1, 22 Indian rowers were inducted into the TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) Development Group to enhance preparation for the 2026 Asian Games. • The ICC Board announced updates to the women's cricket calendar, including the introduction of a new tournament specifically for emerging teams.

• Atletico Madrid is targeting the signing of Chelsea and Spain left-back Marc Cucurella during the upcoming summer transfer window. • The move is driven by sporting director Mateu Alemany, who previously attempted to bring the defender to Barcelona during his tenure there.

• Parma has made the transfer of former Inter Miami midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi permanent by exercising a buy option valued at just under $5 million. • Cremaschi's transition to the Serie A club was interrupted in March when he suffered a season-ending meniscus injury after making nine appearances.

• The European summer transfer window has officially opened, triggering a period of high-profile player movements and rumors across the continent's major leagues. • Manchester City striker Omar Marmoush is reportedly facing a summer exit as the club seeks to evolve its squad, according to insider Dean Jones.

• Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has secured its second consecutive Champions League title after defeating Arsenal in the final. • Under the leadership of manager Luis Enrique, the club has transitioned from mere contenders to a dominant force in European football.

• Manchester United is monitoring several transfer targets, including Rafael Leao, Ederson, and Sandro Tonali, ahead of the upcoming summer window. • Former midfielder Emmanuel Petit has specifically recommended Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni as the ideal midfield partner for Kobbie Mainoo.

• Spain has established its broadcasting framework for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with rights shared between public broadcaster RTVE and streaming network DAZN. • RTVE, via channels La 1 and Teledeporte, will provide free-to-air coverage of major fixtures to ensure wide national accessibility.