Jack Norris 
With the Premier League season nearing its end, excitement builds for the World Cup. Thomas Tuchel is set to reveal the 26-man England squad on Friday. Luke Shaw and Morgan Gibbs-White have been trying to stake their claim for inclusion.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is looking to recapture his best form as he faces the Yankees. He has previously stated he would never play for the Yankees, ‘not even dead’. Guerrero hopes his recent home run can be a launching pad.
Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso as their manager on a four-year contract, starting in July. The Blues hope he will bring stability to the club after they had two permanent managers this season. Alonso said it fills him with immense pride to become manager of this great club.
The Detroit Tigers’ game against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday, May 18, has been delayed. Inclement weather at Comerica Park is the cause of the delay. A new start time has not yet been announced.
Paulo Fonseca, Lyon’s manager, believes Endrick has proven he is ready for Real Madrid. Fonseca stated that Real Madrid will want him back after his performances in Ligue 1. Endrick, currently on loan at Lyon from Real Madrid, has impressed with goals and assists.
Prince William attended the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium. The Prince of Wales, as President and Patron of the Football Association (FA), joined the teams and officials to sing the national anthem before the match. He is expected to travel to Istanbul to support Aston Villa in the Europa League final.
Neymar Jr. has been named in Brazil’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. The squad, to compete in the USA, Mexico and Canada, was announced by Carlo Ancelotti. Rayan, Endrick and Weverton were also included in the squad.
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has stated that finishing in a European place would be the ‘best way’ to conclude his time at the club. Iraola will leave Bournemouth in the summer when his contract expires after three seasons. Just one point is required from their last two games to secure European football.
Zach Thornton is expected to be selected by the Mets this week. He has demonstrated more control than Tong and Wenninger. Despite having only two starts in AAA, Thornton is the oldest of the three.
Arsenal secured a narrow victory over Burnley, with Havertz scoring the solitary goal. The win puts Arteta’s side five points ahead of Manchester City. Hincapié made an impact after coming on as a substitute.