Sweden is now through to the knockout stages of Euro 2025 after a clear 3-0 win over Poland in Lucerne. They were the better team from the start, attacking down the wings and sending in cross after cross.
Some stand-out plays were from Stina Blackstenius, who gave Sweden the lead in the first half, heading in a pass from Johanna Rytting Kaneryd. In the second half, Kosovare Asllani made it 2-0 with another header. Lina Hurtig then scored from a corner to make it three.
Sweden’s plan worked well, with all three goals coming from headers. Rytting Kaneryd, who plays for Chelsea, was a star on the right side, giving Poland’s defenders a hard time. Blackstenius was also lively, though she missed some good chances.
Poland, which was playing in their first Euros, is now out after losing both games without scoring. They only came close when Milena Kokosz hit the post in stoppage time.
Justinas ‘jL’ Lekavičius has stepped down from the Ukrainian powerhouse, NAVI’s Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) roster, to take a personal break from competition. The decision was made mutually between the player and the team.
jL said he had been feeling unhappy for a while and believes he needed time away to focus on his mental health, family, and growth. In a vlog he posted, he shared, ‘I knew I was not happy playing any more…purely of my own thoughts.’
The 25-year-old joined NAVI in 2023 and has played a key role in the team’s recent runs, including global events. While he didn’t give a set return date, jL mentioned the break could last three to six months.
Upon leaving the main roster, NAVI Junior star Drin ‘makazze’ Shaqiri takes his spot. In an X post by NAVI, they’ve shown full support of jL’s choice, wishing him to find his inner balance and recharge.
The 2025 summer transfer window is still heating up, and the biggest story of early July 2025 is Viktor Gyökeres’ impending exit from Sporting CP. The Swedish striker has been adamant that he wants to leave the Lisbon side in this entire transfer window, and his focus has always been on joining Arsenal.
The North London club has weighed their options during the transfer window, and the best choices were Gyökeres and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško. When Leipzig was not budging with their financial demands, Arsenal closed in on Gyökeres.
Sporting looks set to sell Gyökeres, as they are already looking at Almeria’s Luis Suárez as the new forward. With that interest, it seems like Gyökeres is on his way to North London to compete for the starting striker spot with Kai Havertz and deliver on their potential as a potential Premier League title winner.
South Korea’s Lee ‘Faker’ Sang-hyeok is back, aiming for another title as the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) kicks off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a massive $70 million prize pool, the largest in esports history, the event brings together 200 teams and over 2,000 players. They’ll compete in 25 games, including League of Legends, Valorant, and Street Fighter 6.
At 29, Faker is widely considered one of the best League of Legends players of all time. He plays mid lane for T1 and has won five World Championships, ten League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) titles, and two Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) titles. On June 6, 2024, he became the first inductee into Riot Games’ Hall of Legends during a special ceremony in Seoul, further cementing his status as ‘The Unkillable Demon King’.
This year, Faker returns to the EWC, where 12 League of Legends teams will compete from July 16 to 20 for a $2 million prize. The event is funded by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) through Savvy Games Group.
New Zealand pacer Matt Fisher is set for a new chapter in his career as he earns his maiden Test call-up for the upcoming two-match series against Zimbabwe. The 25-year-old, impressed with domestic cricket with his pace and control, was named in a team that will tour Zimbabwe later this month.
The squad will be without some big names, with Kane Williamson and Michael Bracewell opting to play in England’s Hundred tournament. Kyle Jamieson will also miss the tour for personal reasons, while Ben Sears continues recovering from a side strain injury.
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said, ‘Matt’s someone we’re really excited about,’ expressing his excitement for the bowler’s debut. ‘He’s one of the fastest bowlers in the country, and we think he’s got an X-factor. We’re blessed to have a large number of strong, fast bowlers in this country, and we’re looking forward to adding Matt into that mix now,’ he added.
Goalkeeper Becky Spencer has signed a permanent deal with Chelsea Women, which marks her return to the club after a solid loan spell last season. The Jamaican star spent the second half of the 2024/25 run at Chelsea as a cover.
Now, Becky has just secured a one-year contract, with an option to extend until 2027. She shared feeling ‘over the moon’ to have rejoined the magical club that is Chelsea—which has always ‘felt like home’ for her. Becky previously played for the Blues from 2016 to 2018.
Paul Green, Chelsea’s head of women’s football, praised her strong character and experience. ‘She settled in well during her loan and is a great character to have in the group. We all look forward to working with her again next season,’ he added.
Becky leaves Tottenham Hotspur Women after five and a half years, where she made 95 appearances across all competitions and kept 18 clean sheets in 76 Women’s Super League (WSL) games.
Former Pro Kabaddi League champion Akash Shinde is ready for a new challenge with Bengaluru Bulls. The 24-year-old raider from Nashik won the PKL title last season with Puneri Paltan and was bought by the Bulls for ₹53.10 lakh in this year’s auction.
‘I am feeling very good. It’s a new and young team. The way RCB won with a young team, we will win the PKL too. There is a lot of excitement. The young boys have a clear mindset that they just have to prove themselves,’ Shinde says. He believes their energy and team spirit can help the Bulls win the PKL title.
As Bengaluru Bulls prepare for the new season, fans will be hoping Shinde’s skills and positive attitude can bring them success. With his strong raiding and love for the game, he might help the Bulls add another trophy to their cabinet.
India claimed a historic Test victory at Edgbaston, beating England by 336 runs to level the series 1-1. This marked India’s first win at the venue after eight failed attempts.
Captain Shubman Gill led from the front with a great batting display. He scored 269 in the first innings and 161 in the second, finishing with 430 runs. His calm and wise choices helped India stay in control throughout the five days.
Akash Deep shone with the ball, taking 10 wickets in the match. His pace and accuracy troubled England’s batters, including a crucial spell that removed top-order players on the final day. Siraj also supported the team, adding pressure with tight bowling.
Former players praised the team’s effort. Sachin Tendulkar highlighted Gill’s ‘sublime’ batting, while Sourav Ganguly noted the strong bowling attack. This win gives India momentum as they head to Lord’s for the third Test. With Bumrah set to return, India’s hopes for the series look strong.
Norway Women secured their second straight win at UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 after thrashing Finland 2-1 on Sunday, July 6. Star winger Caroline Graham Hansen scored a dramatic late goal during the game’s 84th minute.
Hansen’s smart cross turned into a goal that directly went into the net. The goal sealed a vital three points for Norway that kept them sitting atop of Group A with six points.
Norway had gone ahead in the first half, thanks to Eva Nyström’s own goal in the third minute. However, Finland was able to equalise 30 minutes after. The game was evenly matched for much of the second half. The latter was firm in keeping the former at bay, as Ada Hegerberg’s attempt was blocked by goalkeeper Anna Koivunen.
This win just placed them a step closer to the quarter-finals. With stars like Hansen and Hegerberg leading Norway’s bid for the title, the team is set to flourish in the league. The team is set to face Iceland next on Thursday, July 10.
Garena Free Fire’s OB49 update is now being tested on its Advance Server. This special testing server lets players try out new features before they are released worldwide. It also gives players the chance to earn free diamonds by helping Garena find bugs. Here’s how to join the OB49 Advance Server, access the game’s new content early, and claim diamond rewards through the Bug Hunter Program.
Free Fire diamond hack in Garena Advance Server
Many players look for ‘diamond hacks,’ but the only safe way to get free diamonds is through Garena’s official program—an Advance Server used for testing will offer a bug hunting program that will reward you with diamonds.
Garena’s Bug Hunter Program pays out up to 100 diamonds if you’re the first to report a new bug. To do this:
Step 1: Play on the Advance Server and look for glitches or problems.
Step 2: Report the bug on the Advance Server site.
Step 3: Input your details like your UID, phone model, and clear screenshots or videos.
If your report is accepted and the first of its kind, Garena will send diamonds to your main Free Fire account after the server period ends. Avoid third-party APKs or so-called ‘diamond hacks,’ as they can steal your data or get your account banned.
How to download the Advance Server
Once an Advance Server is available, here’s how to download it:
Register:
Visit the official site (which will be announced if one is available)
Log in with your Free Fire-linked Facebook or Google account.
Fill in your details and submit the form.
Wait for an email or in-game message with your activation code.
Download & install:
Go back to the site and click Download APK to get the Advance Server file (about 700 MB – 1 GB).
Allow ‘Install from unknown sources’ in your settings.
Install the APK and open it.
Test & report:
Explore all the new features, maps, and characters.
Look out for bugs and report them to earn free diamonds.
After the server closes, Garena reviews bug reports and credits diamonds to players who helped find problems.
