Sport news · 26 October 2026
Ballon d'Or 2026 Ceremony Held in London for First Time
The 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony takes place at the London Palladium on 26 October 2026, the first time the prestigious football award has left France, with Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane the leading favourite.
Antonelli Wins US Grand Prix, Championship Within Reach
Kimi Antonelli delivered a dominant victory for Mercedes at the Circuit of the Americas, claiming his ninth win of the season and closing in on his first Formula 1 world title — though the championship was not yet secured in Austin.
Manchester United Suffer Worst Start in 40 Years After 3-0 Home Loss to Bournemouth
Bournemouth thrashed Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford on 25 October 2026, condemning United to their worst points tally after eight Premier League games in over four decades and heaping pressure on manager Michael Carrick.
Milwaukee Brewers Take 2-0 World Series Lead Over Tampa Bay Rays
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 in the 2026 World Series after rallying from a four-run first-inning deficit to win Game 2, with Game 3 set for Monday night in Tampa.
Bayern Munich Coach Kompany Hospitalised After Training Collapse
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany was taken to hospital after collapsing at the club's training ground on Friday, with the 40-year-old undergoing thorough examinations and remaining under medical care.