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The NSC has fixed December 2–15, 2026, for the long-delayed 10th National Games in Surkhet and approved the required standards and guidelines for the competition. The board also approved Nepal's participation in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, moved ahead with the first National Para Games from December 30, and discussed the continuing ANFA dispute.

More than 100 young footballers living in four ANFA-linked academies across Nepal are facing reduced meals, unpaid school expenses and growing financial uncertainty after FIFA’s suspension disrupted funding to the All Nepal Football Association. Academy officials say some centers are surviving through personal loans and unpaid bills, raising concerns that a football governance dispute is now affecting children who rely on the academies for much more than training.

Nepal’s qualified esports teams in Honor of Kings, PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang face the risk of missing the 20th Asian Games in Aichi Nagoya, Japan, as a dispute between esports associations creates serious registration problems.

Nepali taekwondo athlete Vaibhavi Sapkota has won two medals at the Hainan Cup International Invitational Taekwondo Tournament in China. She secured gold in poomsae and silver in the highly competitive kyorugi event.

Nepal has reached a major sporting milestone with the launch of its first professional men's franchise volleyball league, beginning with a nationwide player auction that brings together six regional teams. The initiative is expected to create professional opportunities for athletes, attract private investment into the sport and establish a stronger pathway for the future of volleyball in Nepal.

Germany has officially appointed Jürgen Klopp as the head coach of its men's national football team, signing him to a four-year contract that runs until the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager replaces Julian Nagelsmann and has been entrusted with rebuilding the national team after its disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.

Lionel Messi was named the IFFHS Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after recording eight goals and four assists during Argentina’s run to the final. The recognition came despite Argentina’s 1–0 extra-time defeat by Spain, although FIFA separately awarded its official Golden Ball to Rodri and the Silver Ball to Messi.

Nepal’s Abhishek Bastola recovered from losing the opening set to defeat India’s Suraj Prabodh 4–6, 6–2, 6–3 at the UTR Pro Tennis Tour in Bengaluru on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The two-hour, 51-minute victory was a notable result for Bastola against a player who reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 650.

FIFA expected the 2026 World Cup to generate around $11 billion, but post-tournament reporting suggests revenue may have climbed to a record $15 billion, driven by ticketing, hospitality, and resale fees.

Kylian Mbappé has made FIFA World Cup history by becoming the first player ever to win the Golden Boot twice. The France forward achieved the milestone after finishing as the top scorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adding another record to his remarkable international career.

Rodri has been named the winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Ball after leading his country to World Cup glory.

Argentina and Spain will battle for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title after unbeaten runs to the final, with the defending champions boasting the tournament's most prolific attack and Spain arriving with its best defensive record. The final also offers Argentina a chance to become the first men's team since Brazil in 1962 to retain the World Cup, while Spain chase their second World Cup title.

Kylian Mbappé made World Cup history by becoming the tournament’s all time leading scorer with 22 goals, despite France’s 6 to 4 defeat to England.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will conclude with a blockbuster final between defending champions Argentina and European champions Spain on Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey Stadium, while France and England will meet a day earlier in Miami for the third-place playoff. Argentina reached the final after a dramatic comeback victory over England, while Spain secured its place with an impressive win against France, setting up one of the most anticipated finals in recent World Cup history.

Spain and Argentina will meet in a dream 2026 FIFA World Cup final as Lionel Messi chases back-to-back glory against Lamine Yamal and Spain’s fearless new generation.

Didier Deschamps has officially stepped down as France head coach after nearly 15 years in charge, ending one of the most successful managerial careers in international football. The World Cup winning coach leaves behind a historic legacy that includes major titles, record breaking achievements, and a lasting impact on French football.

DRS Gaming has departed for Paris, France, to represent Nepal at the Esports World Cup 2026 after becoming the country's first Free Fire team to qualify for the tournament. Their participation marks a historic step for Nepali esports as they prepare to compete against the world's top Free Fire teams.

Lionel Messi became the first player to register 10 FIFA World Cup assists since official assist tracking began in 1966 after setting up Alexis Mac Allister during Argentina's quarter-final victory over Switzerland on July 11, 2026. The milestone added another historic achievement to Messi's World Cup career as Argentina advanced to the semi-finals.
