Sports News from Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

American great Serena Williams will return to Wimbledon after a four-year absence with a wildcard entry for the women's doubles given by the All England Club on Tuesday.

Leicester City have appointed Russell Martin as their new manager on a three-year contract, the League One club announced on Monday, as they look to rebuild following their relegation to the third tier of English soccer.

Iran has fought twice from behind to earn a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in their opening World Cup match on Monday.

Maxi Araujo has scored a late equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for Uruguay in their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday.

Romelu Lukaku has forced Egypt into an own goal within seconds of entering the game and favored Belgium escaped with a 1-1 draw in the opening Group G match of the 2026 World Cup at Seattle Stadium on Monday.