Denmark will play North Macedonia in a 2026 World Cup playoff semi-final tie. Denmark were pipped by Scotland to top spot in their qualifying group. Goce Sedloski will take charge of his first match as North Macedonia’s head coach.
Ukraine will face Sweden in a World Cup playoff in Valencia. They have been playing in various locations across Europe since the Russian invasion. The winner will remain in Valencia for the playoff final.
Tommy Conway, the Middlesbrough striker, is aiming to secure a place in Scotland’s World Cup squad. The 23-year-old has been selected for friendlies against Japan and Ivory Coast. Conway feared his World Cup dream was over before the call-up.
The MLB season is nearly upon us, and predictions are rolling in. One key question is how Alex Bregman will perform for the Chicago Cubs. Experts are also making their best guesses for the World Series champion.
England are set to face Uruguay, marking their first encounter since the 2014 World Cup. England have a 27% win ratio against Uruguay. Marcelo Bielsa will manage his third game against England.
The Minnesota Twins and Baltimore Orioles are set to face off in their Opening Day matchup. Both teams are looking to improve after missing the postseason in 2025. Minnesota’s Derek Shelton and Baltimore’s Craig Albernaz are new managers for the 2026 season.
Seamus Coleman has urged the Republic of Ireland to rise to the occasion in Thursday’s World Cup play-off. Coleman remains the beating heart of the national team 15 years on from his debut. The Republic of Ireland are aiming to end the country’s 24-year wait for a World Cup return.
Brett Baty is in the lineup for the Mets’ opener against the Pirates. He will be the designated hitter. Mark Vientos is not in the lineup for Thursday’s game.
Italy’s World Cup play-off semi-final with Northern Ireland has given Gennaro Gattuso sleepless nights. Michael O’Neill is seeking to steer Northern Ireland to a first World Cup in 40 years. For the four-time winners it seems almost unthinkable they would fall short.
Frances Tiafoe is set to face Jannik Sinner in the Miami quarterfinal. Tiafoe is looking to snap Sinner’s 28-match win streak against American opponents. Tiafoe attributes his recent success to an evolved mindset on the court.
