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20.7.26 World Cup 2026: Argentina

Argentina lost both starting center backs, Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero, to injuries during the World Cup final against Spain, weakening its defense in a match that remained scoreless through regulation. Spain eventually claimed a 1-0 extra-time victory on Ferran Torres' 106th-minute goal to win the World Cup, ending Argentina's title defense.

20.7.26 Bundesliga: Bayern Injuries

Bayern Munich teenager Lennart Karl is making good progress in his recovery from the muscular injury that sidelined him before the World Cup. The 18-year-old could resume full team training during Bayern's late-July camp at Tegernsee, with the club targeting a return in the Telekom Cup against RB Leipzig on Aug. 15 after his breakout 2025-26 season.

20.7.26 Serie A: Fiorentina Transfers

Fiorentina have completed the permanent signing of 19-year-old midfielder Christ Oulai from Trabzonspor. The Ivory Coast international joins after recording two goals and four assists in 31 appearances last season, helping Trabzonspor win the Turkish Cup and featuring in every match of Ivory Coast's 2026 World Cup campaign.

20.7.26 Greek Super League: Panathinaikos Transfers

Panathinaikos have signed Dutch center back Rick van Drongelen from Samsunspor on a four-year contract. The Greek club paid a reported €5 million for the 27-year-old, giving Samsunspor a significant profit after signing him from Union Berlin for €200,000 in 2023.

19.7.26 World Cup 2026: England

England manager Thomas Tuchel said Kobbie Mainoo missed the World Cup third-place win over France after suffering a back injury in training. The Manchester United midfielder did not play a single minute during England's World Cup campaign, prompting criticism of Tuchel's selection decisions despite Mainoo's strong club form and England's midfield struggles.

19.7.26 La Liga: Real Madrid Injuries

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo is reportedly on track to return in early 2027 after tearing his ACL in March 2026. The Brazilian is said to be progressing well in his recovery and is expected to miss about a year of action before rejoining the squad.

20.7.26 NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder Transfers

The Thunder traded Luguentz Dort to the Hawks in a three-team deal that brought Oklahoma City three second-round picks, sent 2024 No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher to the Mavericks and Ryan Nembhard to Atlanta. The move helps the Thunder reduce payroll, avoid the second apron, create a $17 million trade exception and add future draft assets, while Atlanta lands an elite defender and Dallas adds a former top overall pick to its young core.

19.7.26 NBA: Dallas Mavericks Transfers

The Dallas Mavericks matched the New York Knicks' two-year, $4.7 million offer sheet for restricted free agent center Moussa Cisse, keeping him on the roster. Cisse, who averaged 4.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks last season, cannot be traded without his consent for one year under NBA rules.

20.7.26 MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers Injuries

Shohei Ohtani will miss his scheduled Wednesday start against the Phillies and remain off the mound indefinitely because of irritation in his left knee, the Dodgers announced. While the team expects Ohtani to pitch again this season, there is no timetable for his return. He will continue serving as the Dodgers' designated hitter, as the knee issue affects him only while pitching.

19.7.26 MLB: Milwaukee Brewers Injuries

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff announced he will undergo another anterior capsule surgery on his right shoulder, likely ending his 2026 season. The procedure is the same one he had after the 2023 season, and he hopes to return to pitching after rehabilitation. Woodruff had posted a 2.98 ERA in nine starts before the injury, adding to the Brewers' growing list of pitching setbacks.

19.7.26 NHL: Chicago Blackhawks Transfers

The Chicago Blackhawks signed star center Connor Bedard to a five-year, $75 million contract extension, securing a key piece of the franchise's rebuild. Bedard, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick, is expected to miss the start of the season after recent shoulder surgery but is coming off a career-best campaign with 30 goals and 45 assists in 69 games.

18.7.26 NHL: Philadelphia Flyers Transfers

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed defenseman Jamie Drysdale to a four-year, $26 million contract extension, carrying a $6.5 million annual salary cap hit through the 2029-30 season. The 24-year-old is coming off a career-best season with eight goals and 32 points while averaging more than 21 minutes of ice time, helping Philadelphia reach the playoffs.

19.7.26 Formula 1

Kimi Antonelli won the Belgian Grand Prix for Mercedes, extending his Formula One championship lead after rival George Russell crashed out on the opening lap. Charles Leclerc finished second, Max Verstappen third, and Lewis Hamilton fourth despite a penalty.